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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. 

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

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?

Restaurants, Cafes and Bars

For Shopping, the best clusters of stores are near Panjim Church, Fontainhas and Panjim Market.
 

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
It is quite a challenge to be confused where to go and what to have. Book a Bar Crawl and Curate your trip so you experience Local culture while you explore various drinks and food. 
 
For the ones looking for fine dining option then you can look at the following options
  • Black Sheep Bistro
  • Tataki
  • Bombli
  • Mums Kitchen
  • Casanoni Trattoria
  • Raki Modern Mezze and More
  • Schandis 
  • Tertulia
  • Praca Prazeres
  • Janot by Avinash Martins
  • Oito
  • Fishermans Wharf
  •  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
With all the options, it does get overwhelming so we have curated experiences so you can explore the true culture and heritage of Goa.

Get in Touch with our Experience Curators to plan a Customized itinerary for you

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