Best Things to Do in Panjim Goa
Discover the cultural heart of Goa through heritage walks, local food experiences and hidden neighbourhood stories.
Why is Panjim one of the most Fascinating places to Explore?
Panjim City at one point was the Portuguese Capital of Goa after it got shifted from Old Goa. Hence it was a place bustling with trade, administration and people from all over the world. The River Mandovi was one of the major accesses of ships to enter Goa. Once the Portuguese left, it became the capital of the state.Â
Now, Panjim has a reputation for hosting a number of major festivals, themed religious celebrations and the center for tourist activities. Due to the fact that there are several heritage monuments, restaurants, bars and a thriving community in the city, Panjim is always vibrant. The city has a variety of things to do and this is your ultimate guide for all things you can do in Panjim while exploring Goa.
Places to Visit in Panjim
- Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Conception
- Colorful Lanes of Fontainhas
- Miramar Beach
- Dona Paula View Point
- Shree Maruti Mandir
- Panjim Prominade
Guided Experiences
Fontainhas Heritage Walk
Explore the best of Fontainhas with a local storyteller with sweet tasting and a House Visit
Fontainhas Bar Hop
Discover local tapas, cocktails and bars on this trail with a local.
Lunch in a Heritage Home
Experience the warm homely nature of Goa through food, wine and culture with a local host
Why Should you take a Guided Tour?
- Discover hidden streets and secrets
- Hear fascinating stories about Goa
- Learn Local Traditions with Respect
- Experience the Best Things to Do
Restaurants, Cafes and Bars
There are quite a number of Bars and Restaurants to also explore which serve amazing food and cocktails.
- Antonio 31
- Joseph Bar
- Miski
- DTR
- Clube Nacionale
- Hotel Venite
- Makutsu
- Miguels
- K Bar and Bistro
- MTW Bar and Toasties
- For the Record
- Barzinho
- Isabella Tapas Bar
- Petisco
- Outpost
- 1964
- Ourem Bar and Restaurant
- Quinta Cantina
- Ye Katarina
- Chakos Kitchen and Bar
- Slurr
- Black Sheep Bistro
- Tataki
- Bombli
- Mums Kitchen
- Casanoni Trattoria
- Raki Modern Mezze and More
- SchandisÂ
- Tertulia
- Praca Prazeres
- Janot by Avinash Martins
- Oito
- Fishermans Wharf
- Â Copperleaf Panaji
These are popular restaurants but if you want something truly Authentic then you must go for the Lunch Experience at a Heritage Home
Now Coming To Cafes
- Greenr
- Mo’s Cafe
- Nanbai
- Cafe Caravela
- Meu Lar Cafe
- Larder and Folk
- Maverick and Farmer
- Cafe Nada
- Miradoro Cafe
- Fika Cafe
- Cafe Ederra
- Artjuna Panjim
- Cafe Bodega
- Cafe Goldspot
- Creme Choc
- Cremeaux
- Tea Trunk Cafe
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