Things to do in Goa

POPULAR EXPERIENCES

Our tours take you beyond the usual list of things to do in Goa. Get to know Goa in a whole new way with us.

Fontainhas Heritage Walk

Experience a taste of Goa’s Portuguese past with this heritage walk around the charming Old Latin Quarter in Panjim.

Panjim, Goa • 2 Hours • From Rs. 850

Feni and Tapas Food Trail

Paint the town red with this fun Goan cuisine & Feni trail around Panjim’s most iconic local establishments.

Panjim, Goa • 3 hours • From Rs. 2700

Old Goa Heritage Walk

Discover a treasure trove of history on this intriguing heritage walk around the former colonial Portuguese capital in Velha Goa (Old Goa).

North Goa • 2 Hours • From Rs. 850

Chronicles & Echoes of Divar Island Breakfast High Tea

Enjoy a change of pace as you experience a day in the life of a local on the quaint Divar Island, followed by a hearty breakfast or high tea.

North Goa • 3.5 Hours • From Rs. 1400

Chronicles and Echoes of Divar Island With Lunch

Enjoy a change of pace as you experience a day in the life of a local on the quaint Divar Island, followed by a sumptuous lunch spread of local delicacies.

North Goa • 3.5 Hours • From Rs. 1800

Chandor Heritage Trail

Surrender to the natural beauty of the Goan hinterland and explore remnants of the ancient Kadamba-dynasty capital with this heritage trail around the charming village of Chandor.

South Goa • 2 Hours • From Rs. 1200

Saligao Village Saunter

Experience an authentic taste of Goan village life with this walking trail through the splendid and vibrant village of Saligao.

North Goa • 2 Hours • From Rs. 1200

AUTHENTIC GOAN EXPERIENCES

Local food, historic towns and villages, incredible biodiversity and a rich culture make for an endless list of things to do in Goa. Each tour at Make It Happen is designed by a passionate team who want to share their love of Goa with you.

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UNIQUE PLACES TO STAY

Our carefully vetted selection of hotels spans every category.

Bate Papo

A homestay with a café and a store, Bate Papo can be found right in the heart of Saligao village. Amidst the bustle of village life, guests can relax in cosy, comfortable rooms with artsy touches. Guests rave about the hospitality shown by hosts Rohit and his wife Baneen.

Saligao, Goa • Starts From INR 4000

Vaayu Kula

This beautiful eco-luxe property on Mandrem beach offers far more than just accommodation. Inaccessible by road or in a vehicle, guests can park at the free, private parking space and then walk down a path to Vaayu.

Mandrem, Goa • Starts From INR 12000

Devaaya

Guests must hop on a ferry to get to this four-star spa resort on Divar Island. Run by Accor under the Mercure brand, Devaaya has 56 air-conditioned rooms spread through 5 acres of landscaped gardens by the Mandovi river.

Divar Island, Goa • Starts From INR 4000

Cabo Serai

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN GOA Cabo Serai Canaguinim, Goa • Beachside Call Website Location About STARTING RATE INR 15000 CHECK IN 3:00:00 PM CHECK OUT 11:00:00 AM RATING TripAdvisor 4.5 Google 4.5 MMT – 4.5 PREPAYMENT POLICY Prepayment required FOOD & DRINK Restaurant Bar Cafe Amenities Free parking Free WiFi Swimming pool Fitness centre […]

Canaguinim, Goa • Starts From INR 15000

Wildernest

Checking into Wildernest signifies a commitment to immersing oneself in the Goan jungle. Leave any expectations of a luxury getaway at the door as a stay at Wildernest is all about an active day of exploration.

Virdi, Goa • Starts From INR 7500

Panjim Inn

Urban explorers can’t beat Panjim Inn’s location in Fontainhas. An 18th century mansion repurposed as a hotel; it is the first official heritage hotel in Goa.

Panjim, Goa • Starts From INR 5500

Craft Hostels

With a mix of dorms, private rooms and cottage, Craft Hostels is a quiet and conveniently located property near the Anjuna Flea Market.

Anjuna, Goa • Starts From INR 1000

Wildflower Villas

This boutique property is situated a few minutes from Candolim, on top of a small hill. Seven private old Goan style villas with 13 rooms are nestled in and enfolded by a lush 8- acre forest.

Candolim, Goa • Starts From INR 25000

Saraya

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN GOA Saraya Penha de França, Goa • Nature Call Website Location About STARTING RATE INR 1500 CHECK IN 1:00:00 PM CHECK OUT 11:00:00 AM RATING Booking.com 8.8 TripAdvisor 4.5 Google 4.4 PREPAYMENT POLICY Prepayment required FOOD & DRINK Restaurant Cafe Amenities Free parking Free WiFi Housekeeping Concierge service Free breakfast […]

Penha de França, Goa • Starts From INR 1500

Casa Desa Monterio

BEST PLACES TO STAY IN GOA Casa Desa Monterio Divar, Goa • Heritage experience Stays Call Location About STARTING RATE INR 9000 CHECK IN – CHECK OUT – RATING Google 5 PREPAYMENT POLICY Prepayment required FOOD & DRINK On request Amenities Free parking Free WiFi Swimming pool Room service (day) Room service (night) – on […]

Divar, Goa • Starts From INR 9000

Xoxo Hostel

If you’re a student looking for a low-budget party place in the woods of Anjuna, Xoxo Hostel was made for you. Xoxo is a unique looking spot because of its trendy A-frames and plenty of green space.

Anjuna, Goa • Starts From INR 1500

The White Balcao

A lot of thought went into the very pretty interiors of this hostel in Fontainhas. The owners repurposed a 100-year-old house to hold a café, an activity space and a boutique in addition to dorms for up to 16 guests.

Panjim, Goa • Starts From INR 600

Amrapali

A beautifully restored 100-year-old Goan home, Amrapali presents four ornate bedrooms with views of either its gardens, the pool or the Zuari river in Old Goa.

Goa Velha, Goa • Starts From INR 11000

Siolim House

Ahead of its time, Siolim House is one of the first heritage boutique properties in Goa. Rescued from ruin by Varun Sood in the mid-90’s, the property represents one of Goa’s last manor houses in the sobrado style of architecture.

Siolim, Goa • Starts From INR 8000

Figueiredo Mansion

This grand, opulent heritage home in Loutolim is both a private museum and homestay. At 50,000 sq. ft, it has vast rooms, tall doors, and windows with views of lush, paddy fields and a definitively ornate décor.

Loutolim, Goa • Starts From INR 6500

NomadGao

Affordable co-living and co-working spaces can be hard to come by. The folks at NomadGao provide different options for digital nomads at their semi-rural spot in Anjuna.

Anjuna, Goa • Starts From INR 2200

GREAT PLACES TO EAT

Navigate Goa’s happening food scene with our selection of the best restaurants across the state.

Bombil

Conceived for those craving home-style Goan meals in a no-frills setting, Bombil dishes out quintessential Goan fish thalis among other classic dishes.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.5

Okapi Vegan Kitchen

Originally famed for its vegan desserts, Okapi is more than just a café in Moira. Run by multi-talented friends, Aarti Sinha and Mahi Baid, the café has a limited but well-executed menu with a catering facility.

Mapusa, Goa • Google 5

Confeitaria 31 De Janeiro

One of the oldest bakeries in the Latin Quarter, Confeitaria on Rue de 31 Janeiro has been going strong since 1930. Fresh bread and cakes are still made in wood-fired ovens, and you can find all kinds of Goan sweets and snacks.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.3

Feli Bar

An ode to the village tavern, this tastefully done bar in Benaulim village, South Goa does beautiful cocktails and Goan good in comfortable, modern surrounds.

Benaulim, Goa • Google 4.6

Antonio @ 31

Around the corner from Joseph’s bar in Fontainhas is the equally bustling and warm tapas and cocktail bar – Antonio.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.4

Slaughter house Vegan

This little joint in Calangute is run by a couple passionate about veganism. They keep thoughts of animal cruelty front and centre with the name and serve vegan versions of comfort foods.

Calangute, Goa • Google 4.8

Joseph Bar

This tiny watering hole nestled in the picturesque streets of Fontainhas dates to the 1970’s. On its way to being shut down in 2017, it was rescued from oblivion and relaunched by current owner Atish Antonio Fernandes.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.5

Larder + Folk

At Larder + Folk in Panjim, Chef Priyanka Sardessai and her team absolutely nail the art of making a sandwich.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.4

Cafe Central

Café is a misnomer for this truly iconic bakery and one of Panjim’s oldest institutions. In a previous incarnation, Café Central was born in 1932 near the municipal garden in Panjim.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.5

Vida

Brought to you by the Dhuri family of Tato’s, Vida brings upscale, modern dining to Margao. Occupying a large, airy space in Borda with verdant views of the open land it faces, Vida caters to the Goan and Indian palette.

Margao, Goa • Google 4.3

Padaria Prazeres

This beautiful boulangerie and patisserie promises craft, comfort, and community from their little spot in Miramar and gosh do they deliver!

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.7

Clay

Up north in Anjuna, remote workers in search of stable power, internet, and wonderful home-style food have co-working space Clay at their disposal.

Anjuna, Goa • Google 4.6

Kefi – A Lebanese Cafe and Bistro

Tranquil, quiet, clean, and airy with fresh, wholesome food inspired by the Mediterranean – this is the essence of Kefi, a café and bistro in Assagao.

Assagao, Goa • Google 4.6

Horseshoe

Born in Angola, Jose Vasco Silveira landed in Goa after serving in the Portuguese army. Silveira planned to explore the land of his ancestors for 3 months but has since stayed for 43 years.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.3

Tea Trunk Tea Room

Wandering through the alleys of Fontainhas, many thirsty travellers stumble upon Tea Trunk much to their delight. Housed in a 100-year-old casinha (little house in Portuguese), Tea Trunk brings a passion for carefully crafted teas to the world.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.9

Bean Me Up

Located on the Ozran beachfront in Vagator, Bean Me Up boasts an award-winning bed and breakfast, yoga space, restaurant, and conscious boutique.

Vagator, Goa • Google 4.4

Mon Petit Frère

An unassuming, rustic bakery and café in Colva, South Goa. Mon Petit Frere has just four tables and can serve up to twelve customers at a time.

Benaulim, Goa • Google 4.4

Martin’s Corner

One of Goa’s most renowned restaurants, Martin’s Corner is probably the first dining recommendation to every visitor to Goa.

Betalbatim, Goa • Google 4.4

Caravela Cafe & Bistro

This all-day breakfast café is known for its signature coffee, confections, and a wide-ranging bistro menu. You won’t find digital nomads huddled behind their screens here due to a strict no laptop/iPad policy.

Panjim, Goa • Google 4.5

Cavatina by Avinash Martins

One of the country’s most innovative restaurants is tucked away in Benaulim in South Goa. The brains behind Cavatina, Chef Avinash Martins has been ranked as one of India’s top 30 chefs by Culinary Culture Co. in 2022.

Benaulim, Goa • Google 4.6

ONE-OF-A-KIND PLACES TO SHOP

Tourists and residents of Goa will find stores that celebrate Goan culture and support local communities.

Saree Speak

In the heart of Panjim, boutique store Saree Speak caters to lovers of traditional Indian sarees. The Indian saree is a living embodiment of India’s rich textile heritage.

Panjim, Goa • Google 5.0

Siroi

The founder of Siroi, Sapna Kabra collects art and artefacts for art and design enthusiasts. Her beautiful store set in a heritage villa in Parra has 10,000 square feet devoted to craftsmanship from across India and the world.

Mapusa, Goa • Google 4.8

Good Karma Treasure Shop

Unusual for India, Good Karma is a thrift store chock-full of clothing, home decor, books, jewellery, and antiques. Driven by a desire to minimise waste in general and textile waste in particular, the folks behind Good Karma Treasure Shop

Vagator, Goa • Google 4.7

Verodina Pottery Studio

Renowned Goan artist, Verodina Ferrao De Sousa, works out of an enchanting studio in the backyard of her family-owned building in Karaswada, Mapusa.

Mapusa, Goa • Google 4.9

Museum of Goa (MOG) Store

The vibrant Museum of Goa or MOG recently transformed its gift shop, giving it a full makeover, and it is worth stopping by. New products include unusual sculptures, paintings in various mediums, figurines and art souvenirs, bags, postcards, and jewellery.

Pilerne, Goa •

Zeroposro

This wonderful mobile grocery store brings sustainable options straight to your doorstep. In the back of a specially kitted electric three-wheeler, Zeroposro brings to you pantry basics, cleaners and unique Goan products.

Salvador do mundo, Goa • Google 5.0

Global to Local

Whether you’re a resident looking for fresh pantry ingredients or a visitor looking for unusual gifts from Goa, go in search of a little store called Global to Local.

Panjim, Goa • Google 5.0

Goa Decor

A store that is equally lauded by Goans and tourists, Goa Decor offers a clever blend of the past and present through its unique range of products. Located in Caranzalem, this one-of-a-kind store champions cultural preservation.

Caranzalem, Goa • Google 5.0

Discover different sides of Goa

NORTH GOA – IT’S ALWAYS HAPPENING

Trying to plan activities in Goa? Look no further than our specially curated experiences for nature-lovers and history buffs. Discover a North Goa that goes well beyond beaches and nightlife.

Saligao Village Saunter

EXPERIENCES

Experience an authentic taste of Goan village life with this walking trail through the splendid and vibrant village of Saligao.

North Goa . 2 Hours . From Rs. 1200 .

Siroi

SHOP

The founder of Siroi, Sapna Kabra collects art and artefacts for art and design enthusiasts. Her beautiful..

Mapusa, Goa . Google 4.8

Kokum Curry

EAT

It is only recently that restaurants in Goa have been serving up Hindu Saraswat cuisine. Across India and within Goa, Goan food for the tourist

North Goa . Google 4.4

Bate Papo

STAY

A homestay with a café and a store, Bate Papo can be found right in the heart of Saligao village. Amidst the bustle of village life, guests..

Saligao, Goa . Starts From INR 4000

AT THE HEART OF GOA – PANJIM

Get to know one of India’s most charming cities! Our gifted storytellers reveal Panjim’s history and diverse culture through food tours, bar crawls, art walks and urban explorations.