Overview
Sparkling your life with sea, sand, and sunshine, North Goa has everything that you are looking for in a perfect weekend getaway with your family and friends as it welcomes you to a picturesque land of natural beauty.
But if you are thinking that this is the only reason why people go there, then you are completely wrong. Because it not only offers picturesque views and natural beauty but beautiful golden beaches and turquoise water, think again! Dotted with magnificent forts, gorgeous churches, ancient temples, fun and exciting party hotspots, famous shacks, lavish casinos, buzzing flea markets, and a host of other attractions, the place is truly a tourist delight. All you need to do is to step out of your luxurious hotels in North Goa and explore this kaleidoscopic destination.
So are you ready to explore the many experiences that are waiting for you? Check out some of the most amazing places for the North Goa City tour.
1. Chapora Fort
Chapora Fort captured the attention of the beautiful wanderlust souls around the country when it was featured in the Bollywood blockbuster movie Dil Chahta Hai. Back in 1717, the fort was a silent and quite horrifying witness to the various historical events that unfolded here over the ages. So don’t be so surprised if you get some sloppy vibes here. Standing above the top of the hill near the Chapora River, it offers excellent and amazing views of the surrounding areas and is definitely worth a visit.
- Location: Chapora
- Timings: 9:30 am to 5:30 pm, every day
2. Vagator Beach
A stunning beach with dramatic red cliffs beautifying the shore more than ever, Vagator presents an eye-catching and breath-taking sight. The beach here is split into two parts as main beaches, namely Big Vagator and Little Vagator. It is the perfect place to put your bare feet up and enjoy your dose of sun, sea, and sand. But if you are up for some water fun, Vagator has plenty of options including jet skiing and parasailing, and even many more.
- Must-try Activities: Jet Skiing, Parasailing, Dolphin watching
3. Anjuna Beach
Glowing bright white and yellow sands, adventurous and challenging water sports, and amazing nightlife, that’s something crazy for you and will blow your mind away. One of the most popular beaches in the northern part signifies all that Goa actually stands for. If the rocky shore seems quite weird during the day, wait till the night kisses this place and it awakens you with a party-like vibe. Adding to the beauty of the beach is the very popular flea market held here every Wednesday, which is a top draw among tourists all over the world.
- Scuba diving, snorkeling, windsurfing, parasailing, water skiing, banana rides, water scooters, and dolphin sighting are among the activities that you must attempt.
4. Aguada Fort
Majestic and beauty is the word that best defines Fort Aguada which is one of the famous forts in Goa. This fort enjoys a very strategic and mind-blown location even as the waves of the Arabian Sea go along with its lofty walls. This colossal fort dates back to the 17th century and offers a spectacular and magnificent view of the sea that spreads in front of it.
- Location: Candolim
- Timings: 9:30 am to 6:00 pm, every day
5. Baga Beach
When it comes to having actual fun and thrill in North Goa, there can be no better destination than Baga Beach. Named after the great Baga creek that makes its way to the Arabian Sea, Baga beach is the perfect place to enjoy a thrilling day and party late into the night with your family and friends by visiting the hangouts located right across the beach. From indulging yourself in water sports to getting a tattoo done to street shopping, you can do it all here.
- Activities in Goa: Motorboat ride, Jet Ski, Scuba diving, River cruise, Banana ride, Water scooter.
6. Calangute Beach
It’s not without reason that Calangute is sometimes referred to as the queen of beaches in Goa. Starting from Baga to Candolim, this place is easily the most beautiful hub in North Goa. The beach here is a scenic sight, which explains why it is always crowded. Be it beach fun during the day with family or jazzing parties during the night with friends or your girl/boy gang Calangute fills the boxes for everything. It is also one of the best spots in North Goa for a great shopping experience to test your bargaining skills, thanks to the buzzing street market here.
- Must-try Activities: Speed boat rides, Jet Skiing, Parasailing, Water surfing, Banana ride
