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Laid back Goa is a diverse mix of sun-soaked beaches, nature, history, parties and leisure activities. Stretching down the west coast of southern India, it exudes a cosmopolitan vibe, and an interesting blend of Indian and colonial Portuguese design as it was a former Portuguese province until 1961. Whether you wish to spend your days chilling on the beach, embrace the vibrant nightlife, dive into the markets or discover local cultural aspects, the region has a fascinating assortment of sights. The cuisine is also one of its highlights offering tastes and flavours from around the world as well as delicious traditional Goan cuisine, a mouthwatering fusion of Portuguese and Indian influence.
Things to do in Goa
Famous for its paradisiacal palm-fringed beaches, kaleidoscopic sunsets and a sizzling beach bar scene, there is also a lot more to Goa. Visitors can also enjoy a range of attractions well worth exploring including its natural beauty, old capital, historic sights and Hindu temples. So whether you choose to hit the party scene, relax on powdery soft beaches, go windsurfing, or unveil its cultural side, there's no shortage of activities to appeal to all tastes.
On a trip to Goa be sure to:
Rent a scooter to access the region's lush scenery and plethora of sights and villages
Shop for bargains and souvenirs in the Anjuna flea market
Sink your toes into the sand and soak up the sun on one of the region's many beaches
Visit the tree-lined cobbled streets and UNESCO-protected sights of Goa's capital, Panaji
Go wild and hit the party scene in Anjuna and Vagator
Arrange a dolphin-spotting trip off the coast of Varca in South Goa
Witness Mother Nature in action at the Dudhsagar Waterfalls, one of the largest in the country
Admire Old Goa's historical monuments, temples and churches
Take a tour of a spice plantation amid stunning scenery and try the local Indian cuisine
Explore the Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary to observe wild animals in their natural habitat
Visit UNESCO World Heritage Site Bom Jesus Basilica, one of the oldest churches in the country
Goa Airports
Goa Airport (also sometimes referred to as Dabolim Airport) is the only airport in the region of Goa. It is the 9th biggest airport in India in terms of passenger movement, with visitor numbers reaching their peak between October and May.
Goa Airport is situated about 18 miles southwest of Panaji, and about 3 miles southeast of Vasco de Gama.
Transportation
For your onward journey, there are car rental agencies operating at Goa Airport. If you wish to take the bus, there are some local buses that go to Chicalim and Vasco-da-Gama. The closest train station, Dabolim Rail Station, is less than 1 mile away. Pre-paid taxis are available from outside the terminal.
Airport codeGOIThe IATA code of the arrival airport on flights to Goa is GOI
Popular AirlineJet AirwaysMost popular airline flying to Goa