Best Places to visit in North Goa: Beaches, Parties & More!
North Goa is the most exciting part, with beaches so pretty they look like paintings, wild parties to dance the night away, and old forts that hold Goa’s secrets. North Goa like a super fun park for grown-ups!
It’s perfect if you want to chill on the beach or explore something cool. I can even give you a list of the best places visit in North Goa, plus tips on how to travel there and the best time to go!
Chapora Fort
High up on a hill with a beautiful view of Vagator Beach sits Chapora Fort, an old fort that tells stories from long ago. Built by the Portuguese hundreds of years ago, it was like a super strong gate to keep enemies out.
You can climb around the ruins, see the whole coastline, and pretend you’re there when the fights happened! The Fort of Chapora got popularized by movie, Dil Chahta Hai (therefore also known the Dil Chahta Hai Fort) and is now a prime attraction of Goa.
Timing: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
How to Visit: The fort is located 10 km away from Mapusa. Taxis, rickshaws, or rented scooters are readily available for hire.
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Vagator Beach
Vagator Beach is a beautiful beach in Goa, India. It’s known for its cool and relaxed atmosphere. Sunbathe on the golden sands, try your hand at watersports like parasailing, or explore the flea markets brimming with handcrafted souvenirs. In the evenings, witness the transformation as bars and restaurants come alive with pulsating music.
Timing: Vagator Beach are from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm.
How to Visit: You can expect to get to Vagator Beach from Panaji in around 45 minutes if you take NH 66. That’s assuming normal traffic conditions.
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Anjuna Beach
Anjuna Beach is famous for its giant market every Wednesday. It’s a super fun and colorful place with all sorts of things to see and buy.
Imagine a giant yard sale on the beach, but with everything from bright clothes and souvenirs to yummy food and spices!
It’s a great place to wander around, chat with the friendly people selling things, and maybe find something special you love.
Timing: Anjuna Beach is open 24 hours
How to Visit: Anjuna Beach is about 18 kilometers away from Panaji. That’s a little less than the distance you’d travel between two big parks in a city. Taxis and auto-rickshaws are easy to find in Panaji if you want to catch a ride to the beach.
Suggested Read: Goa Ultimate Guide
Baga Beach
Baga Beach is like the king of beaches in North Goa. It’s super fun for people who love playing in the water and for people who love to party too.
You can zoom around on a jet ski, bounce on a banana boat with friends, or just chill out under an umbrella on the beach.
When night falls, the beach turns into a giant party with yummy restaurants, loud clubs with great music, and live bands that will make you want to dance!
Timing: Baga beach is open 24 hours
How to Visit: Baga is 15 Km away from Panji airport, and all it takes is half an hour to travel to the beach from Panji by taxi or you can rent a scooty that will be more cost friendly.
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Calangute Beach
The largest and most popular beach in North Goa, Calangute offers a vibrant atmosphere for families and friends. The long stretch of golden sand is perfect for building sandcastles (anytime) or soaking up the sun (anytime).
Explore the beach shacks serving delicious Goan seafood and international cuisine (most operate from morning to late evening) or try your hand at watersports like parasailing and water scooters (operated by private vendors throughout the day).
Timing: Calangute Beach is open all day
How to Visit: Calangute Beach is easily accessible by taxis, rickshaws, or rented scooters.
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Fort Aguada
Imagine a giant old fort guarding the entrance to a beautiful river in Goa, India. That’s Fort Aguada, built way back in the 1600s by the Portuguese!
You can walk on its thick walls (ramparts), climb a tall tower (lighthouse) to see the whole area, and learn all about Goa’s seafaring past. And the best part? You can watch the sunset over the ocean in a riot of colors!
Timing: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
How to Visit: The fort is located close to Candolim Beach. Taxis, rickshaws, or rented scooters are readily available for hire.
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Basilica of Bom Jesus
The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a super cool church picked by UNESCO, a special group that likes really old and amazing places. It’s built in a fancy style called Baroque, with a bright white front and decorations inside that look like someone sprinkled gold everywhere!
This church is special because it holds the body of Saint Francis Xavier, a very important saint. You can see amazing carvings, shiny gold altars, and feel peaceful inside this beautiful place.
Timing: Open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
How to Visit: Located in Old Goa, the Basilica is easily accessible by taxis, rickshaws, or rented scooters from Panjim.
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Dudhsagar Falls
Imagine a giant waterfall rushing down four steps in the middle of a super green forest. That’s Dudhsagar Falls, the coolest place in Goa! The water crashes down from really high up (310 meters!) and makes a big pool at the bottom where you can go for a swim. You can also hike through the forest to get there, which is like a nature adventure!
Timing: Open all the time
How to Visit: Dudhsagar Falls can be reached by car or train. Several tour operators offer jeep safaris (seasonal) to the falls, or you can take a train to Kulem station, the closest station, and trek from there (approximately 12 km).
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Arpora Night Market
The sun goes down, and it’s time for something fun! Head over to the Arpora Night Market, which is full of life and bright colors. It smells amazing too! You can walk around and see all sorts of cool things, like handmade gifts, clothes, jewelry, and pictures made by local artists.
You’ll meet people from all over who are also checking out the market. There’s yummy food from different vendors to try, and the whole place has a happy, exciting feel.
Timing: From 6:00 PM to midnight
How to Visit: Located in Arpora village, the Night Market is easily accessible by taxis, rickshaws, or rented scooters from nearby beaches.
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Dolphin Watching Tour
Set sail on an exciting adventure in Goa to see amazing dolphins in the ocean! Cruise on beautiful blue water, search for groups of dolphins jumping and playing in the waves, and make awesome memories of seeing these special animals in their own home.
Timing: Tours operate throughout the year
How to Visit: Several tour operators in Goa offer dolphin watching tours. Bookings can be made online or through local travel agents.
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