3-Day Adventure in Goa: Beaches, Culture, and Cuisine with Friends

Day 1: Cultural Start & Beach Views

Panaji, Goa, India on May 10, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Bhonsle

Start your day with a traditional Goan breakfast featuring poi (local bread) and chorizo or a more familiar continental option in a charming café open from 7:30am to 11am.
INR300, 1h

9:45am

Explore Panaji Fontainhas Latin Quarter

Wander the colorful streets of Fontainhas, the Latin Quarter of Panaji, to admire Portuguese architecture and quaint art galleries, open all day with best photos in the morning light.
Free, 1h30m

11:30am

Visit Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception Church

Visit this iconic Panaji church with its stunning white façade and hilltop location, a serene spot open from 8am to 7pm.
Free, 30m

12:15pm

Lunch at Mum’s Kitchen

Savor authentic Goan dishes like fish curry rice in this popular local restaurant open from noon to 3pm.
INR600, 1h15m

2:00pm

Visit Dona Paula Viewpoint

Head to Dona Paula for panoramic views over the Arabian Sea, ideal for photos and a relaxing stroll, open all day.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Relax at Miramar Beach

Spend the afternoon unwinding on the sandy shores of Miramar Beach with options to rent chairs or enjoy a swim, open all day.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Fisherman’s Wharf

Enjoy fresh seafood and Goan specialties at this lively riverside restaurant open from 6pm to 11pm.
INR1000, 2h
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Day 2: Beach Hopping & Night Market

North Goa, India on May 11, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Chocolatti, Candolim

Indulge in fresh bakery treats and coffee at this popular café open from 7am.
INR350, 1h

9:30am

Visit Calangute Beach

Head to Goa’s most famous beach for sunbathing, water sports, and beach shacks. Great for friends looking for energy and fun, accessible all day.
Free, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Souza Lobo, Calangute

Feast on traditional Goan fish thali or prawn curry right on the beach, open 11:30am to 10pm.
INR800, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Anjuna Flea Market

Browse colorful stalls selling clothes, jewelry, and souvenirs, open on Saturdays starting 9am till late afternoon.
Free, 2h

4:00pm

Relax or party at Vagator Beach

Enjoy the cliffside views and chill atmosphere before the evening sets in, ideal for some downtime or beachside bars, open all day.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Thalassa, Vagator

Dine with sunset views over the sea, enjoying Mediterranean and Greek cuisine, open from 6pm to midnight.
INR1200, 2h

9:30pm

Visit Saturday Night Market at Arpora

Experience lively stalls, live music, and street food in this vibrant market open on Saturdays from 6pm till midnight.
Free entry, food costs vary, 2h
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Day 3: Historical & Nightlife Finale

Old Goa & Panaji, Goa, India on May 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Venite Bar, Panaji

Start with a hearty breakfast at Goa’s oldest bar and restaurant featuring local flavors and a laid-back vibe, open from 8am.
INR400, 1h

9:30am

Explore Basilica of Bom Jesus

Visit this UNESCO World Heritage site, famous for housing the remains of St. Francis Xavier. Open daily from 9am to 6pm.
INR50, 1h

11:00am

Visit Se Cathedral

Admire the large cathedral near Bom Jesus with impressive architecture, open 9am to 6pm.
INR50, 45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Ritz Classic Panjim

Enjoy renowned Goan seafood dishes such as prawn balchao in a simple, popular setting open 12pm to 4pm.
INR700, 1h

2:00pm

Return to Panaji for shopping & walk at Mandovi River promenade

Stroll along the river promenade for relaxing views and pick up souvenirs, open all day.
Free, 1h30m

5:00pm

Rest and freshen up at hotel

Take some downtime to prepare for the evening activities.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Gunpowder, Assagao

Savor authentic south Indian and Goan fusion dishes in a cozy garden setting open till 11pm.
INR1000, 2h

9:30pm

Experience Goa nightlife at Tito’s Bar, Baga Beach

End the trip with vibrant nightlife at this iconic club open till late, featuring DJ sets and dancing.
INR700 approx for drinks, 3h
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