North Goa Travel Guide

Goa

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Popular cities in North Goa

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Panaji
Known for Beaches, Family-friendly and Sea
Low-rise and laid-back, this characterful riverside city has a distinct European flavor and a range of Indo-Portuguese architecture.

Reasons to visit

  • Basilica of Bom Jesus
  • Dona Paula Beach
  • 18th June Road
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A beach with blue lounge chairs and red umbrellas.
Vagator
Known for Gardens, Budget and Small town
Trip time! Discover the gardens, seaside and coffee in relaxing Vagator.

Reasons to visit

  • Vagator Beach
  • Ozran Beach
  • Chapora Beach
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Calangute
Known for Beaches, Secluded and Cocktails
Experience trendy Calangute: its beaches, adventures, waterfalls and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Calangute Beach
  • Baga Beach
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Candolim
Known for Beaches, Swimming and Recreation
Get away to Candolim! Enjoy the beaches, waterskiing and cocktail bars.

Reasons to visit

  • Candolim Beach
  • Sinquerim Beach
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A beach with colorful fabrics hanging on a structure, palm trees, and a clear sky.
Anjuna
Known for Beaches, Bars and Small town
Experience quaint Anjuna: its bars, beaches, sunsets and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Anjuna Beach
  • Anjuna Flea Market
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A beach with thatched umbrellas, wooden benches, and lounge chairs.
Morjim
Known for Sea, Gardens and Kite surfing
Escape to relaxing Morjim! Enjoy its kitesurfing, sunrises and natural setting.
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Stay near popular North Goa attractions

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Calangute Beach

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Extremely popular and undeniably beautiful, this bustling beach has plenty of affordable food and drink options, as well as watersports and shopping.
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