Neatly tucked into the Western coast of India, Goa beaches are famous across the country and it is the place associated most with beautiful beaches and with so many of these out there, we help you get down to the 30 best beaches in Goa, all very characteristically different.
Order: North to South
North Goa Beaches Map
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1. Querim Beach, North Goa
Also known as Keri Beach or Kerim Beach, it is the northern-most beach of Goa and located close to Tiracol fort. It has an Old Portuguese Fort and a 17th century church overlooking a peaceful unexplored beach with calm shore. The fort, now converted to a hotel, can be reached by a ferry which plies every half an hour.
A picturesque scene not to be missed are the fishing boats which line up on the beach at 6pm everyday to go out in the sea and come back the next morning at 5am. The beach has paragliding and other water sports. However it is not safe for swimming especially near the Tiracol estuary (formed by the Tiracol river meeting the Arabian Sea).
Kerim is located 58 km north of Panaji and can be reached from the Arambol Beach
2. Arambol Beach, North Goa
Huts near the shore
A 16 km long unexplored beach surrounded by cliffs on two sides, with a Fresh Water lake and chirpy markets nearby, Arambol is considered to be one of the best beaches in Goa. This cove like beach is a traditional fisherman village with a distinct bohemian feel which attracts many international tourists and alternative travellers.
A short walk to the north takes you to several attractive bays, the most famous among which is the sweet water lake at Paliem Beach (also referred to as Kalacha). This lake is fed by hot springs and lined with sulphurous mud which is believed to be have healing properties and is a favorite among the hippie crowd who take mud baths here. Beyond the lake, is a spectacular Banyan Tree with a stone sculpture at it’s base created by a famous artist which has become an attraction in its own right.
The beach also hosts night parties, has a rich music scene and is dubbed to be the capital of hippie culture in Goa. The ‘Glastonbury Street’ leading to the beach is chock full of boutiques selling a bizarre and wonderful array of knick-knacks. This places is also good for paragliding and Kite Surfing making it one of the best beaches in Goa.
Arambol is located 50 km north of Panaji
3. Mandrem Beach, North Goa
Mandrem is of the most beautiful beaches of North Goa. The white sand is dotted by Beach Shacks and one can also go on Dolphin spotting trips or explore the Mandrem Village. Junas and Ashvem are the two main beaches with shallow and calm waters which make it a great place to swim.
During high tide, water rushes up the Mandrem creek which runs parallel to the shoreline. A lot of bamboo bridges are spawned across this creek and are a great place to spend romantic evenings with your feet dipped in the water.
One can also spot some animal life like the white-bellied fish eagles that live in the casuarina trees and the ocassional Olive Ridley turtles that nest here. Good places to eat include End of the World Cafe for fish & Oasis for north Indian fare.
Mandrem is located 32 km north of Panaji
4. Morjim Beach, North Goa
Morjim is one of most secluded beaches in North Goa. It is a great place to spot a large variety of birds and Olive Ridley Turtles, hillocks and good food. Morjim is also known as mini-Russia due to large concentration of Russian immigrants and considered to be one of the top 10 beaches in Goa.
It is located on the northern bank of the Chapora River estuary and is a fairly quiet place owning to the nesting ground of the endangered species. Late night parties and loud music is banned and relaxation, alternate therapies, kite-surfing etc. is promoted
Morjim is located 29 km north of Panaji
5. Chapora Beach
Dil Chahta Hai sence at Chapora Fort, Chapora beach in Goa
Scene from Dil Chahta Hai @Chapora Fort
Calm Shore, beautiful sea beach, water sports, good food in the Beach shacks along the coast make it one of the most loved beaches of Goa. The white sand along with black lava rocksa and the Chapora fort overlooking the sea make for an endearing sight. One can also explore the Chapora village nearby
Chapora is 24km north of Panaji
6. Vagator Beach, North Goa
Quiet and calm beach, Vagatos is one of the best beaches of Goa. It is beautifully set amidst the cliffs with soft and white sand and is perfect for relaxing. It has vast stretches of coconut trees and the Chapora fort as a nearby attraction.
Vagator is located 21 km north of Panaji
7. Anjuna Beach
One of the most popular sea beaches among foreigners in Goa beacuse of its night parties, Curlies and other good eating joints, peaceful seashore, western seafood with chilled beer and good music in nearby restaurants and flea markets.
Anjuna is situated 21 km north of Panaji and 7 km from Baga.
8. Baga Beach, North Goa
Most popular beach of Goa for Indian tourists, it offers something for everyone. It is a picturesque beach with parties, music, beach shacks, karaoke, good food, water sports, good accommodation facilities, and is easily the most happening place in Goa.
Baga beach is located 19 km north of Panaji
9. Calangute Beach, North Goa
Just adjacent to Baga beach, the Calangute beach has Water Sports, markets, restaurants, good food, lots of accommodation options. It is a crowded yet beautiful sea beach,
Calangute beach is located 16 km north of Panaji and 2 km from Baga.
10. Candolim Beach
This laidback beach hosts the Sunburn Festival in December. It has the Aguada fort overlooking the sea and the beach and is one of the best and longest beaches in Goa
Candolim is located 13 km north of Panaji.
11. Sinquerim Beach
Taj Hotel near Sinquerium Beach in Goa: best beaches
View from Taj Resort near Sinquerium Beach in Goa
Small yet popular and clean beach with dolphin spotting trips, shacks with good food and chilled beer and the Sinquerim Fort overlooking the sea. It also has a lot of resorts like Taj Vivanta and Taj Holiday village resorts nearby.
Sinquerim beach is located 13 km north of Panaji
Region: Central Goa Beaches Map: Beaches near Panajim and Vasco
Central Goa Beaches: Map of beaches in Central Goa
Central Goa Beaches map
12. Miramar Beach
What to Expect: Popular and crowded beach, frequented by locals from Panaji and nearby towns, local street shops, local restaurants
Where: Miramar beach is located 3 km south-west of Panaji
13. Dona Paula Beach, near Panaji
Rocks nearby Dona Paula
One of the best spots in Goa which makes it slightly crowded. It has Water Sports, Harbour, Rocky shores and much more.
Dona Paula is located just 6 km south-west of Panaji
14. Siridao Beach
Rocks near Siridao beach,
This one is a shell collector’s paradise. It is a rocky and sandy beach and it’s most famous attraction is the Chapel of Jesus Nazareth
Siridao Beach is situated around 12 km south of Panaji
15. Bogmalo Beach
Perfect mix of natural beauty and commercial space, this beach has a lot of shops selling local handicrafts. It has clean water ideal for swimming with the Goa institute of diving located there. It is also famous among BITS Pilani Goa Campus students
Bogmalo Beach is located 14 km south of Panaji
16. Cansaulim Beach
Beautiful white sand and long stretch of secluded beach, make it the perfect place to spend time together with your partner
Cansaulim Beach is located around 25 km north of Margao
17. Majorda Beach
This one is a calm unexplored sea beach with long stretches of clean sand, clean water ideal for swimming, lush green countryside, lovely bakeries. It is also houses Martin’s Corner: a restaurant famous for its Goan dishes, drinks and nice music. Don’t miss the Goa Christmas Carnival if you happen to be here in December.
Majorda is located 11 km north of Margao
18. Betalbatim Beach
Head to one of the offbeat beaches in Goa which has Golden Sand, Cold Pine trees, unexplored serene stretches, trips to spot dolphins, good seafood and laid-back evenings.
Betalbatim is located 10 km north of Margao
Region: South Goa Beaches Map: The secluded beaches
South Goa beach Map: Beaches in South Goa
South Goa Beach Map
19. Colva Beach
One of the best beaches in South Goa, this beautiful beach is famous for its romantic evenings, great seafood and the most happening nightlife in South Goa. Another major attraction nearby is Our Lady of Mercy Church
Colva beach is located 6km north of Margao
20. Benaulim Beach
Rather unexplored beach, it offers tranquil evenings, good food, local markets, and is particularly famous for bull-fighting events and the Church of St John the Baptist
Benaulim is located 6 km south-west of Margao
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21. Cavelossim Beach
An aesthetic beach, with white sand and black lava rocks, beach shacks, Goan dishes and Seafood, Water-sports, Local markets, Dolphin spotting trips etc. It has a lots of accommodation options and it is the Channel V Indiafest venue in Goa
Where: Cavelossim beach is located 15 km south of Margao
22. Mobor Beach
Sunset
On of the best beaches in Goa, it has long stretch of clean sandy beach, water sports, handicraft shops, good food, resorts and budget accommodation options.
Mobor Beach is situated 17km south of Margao
23. Betul Beach
This quiet beach is ideal for people looking for solitude and some alone time. A small lagoon, a river flowing nearby, a 17th century fort and a Baradi Cross church make it a picturesque venue. It is close to Mayfair Resort
Betul Beach is located 18 km south of Margao
24. Agonda Beach, South Goa
Yoga at sunset, Agonda Beach
One of the best beaches in South Goa, It is a quiet beach ideal for chilling, swimming, walking, eating and just generally doing nothing.
Agonda Beach is located 37 km from Margao
25. Palolem Beach
Sunset at the Palolem Beach,
One of the most stunning and beautiful beaches of India, it boasts of white sand, long stretch of serene beach, palm groves, shacks and a lot more. There are nightlife opportunities around like the Silent Noise Parties which do not hamper the tranquillity of the shore,
Palolem is located 38 km south of Margao. Palolem definitely ranks among the best beach in Goa.
26. Butterfly Beach, South Goa
Butterfly Beach,
One of the best and most beautiful beaches in Goa, it is the most secluded and unexplored beach. It is a good place to spot fishes, crabs and even dolphins. It’s dotted with Palm trees, lots of greenery and of course butterflies.
Butterfly Beach is situated 39 km south of Margao, However, the only way to reach Butterfly Beach is to take a boat from Palolem or Agonda.
27. Patnem Beach
Sunset
A quieter alternate to Palolem beach, this is among the most beautiful and serene beaches in South Goa
Patnem Beach is located 39 km south of Margao
28. Talpona Beach, South Goa
An Isolated beach with a calm and serene coastline, golden sand, fishermen village and a couple of beach shacks
Talpona is located 44 km south of Margao
29. Galgibaga Beach
On of the offbeat beaches of Goa, this 1.5 km long sandy beach has a calm and serene environment. The swaying Palms and Casuarinas make it a philosopher’s retreat.
Galgibaga Beach is located 52 km south of Margao
30. Polem Beach, South Goa
Southernmost beach in Goa, this is a secluded beach with stretches of white sands and rocks, unspoilt and clean water -ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Migratory birds and dolphins could also be spotted sometimes.
Where: Polem is around 60 km south of Margao
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