Lonely Planet Goa Beaches

What Will Your Goa Beaches Encounter Be? Watching a heavenly sunset from a beach-shack restaurant on Palolem's crescent bay? An hour of blissful relaxation with a warm-oil ayurvedic massage and steam bath? Why not try bartering for jewellery and textiles among the throngs of locals at Mapusa Market, or take a stroll down the narrow streets of Panaji's fascinating old Portuguese quarters? Discover an early-morning meeting with monkeys and exotic birds at Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, or...
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What Will Your Goa Beaches Encounter Be? Watching a heavenly sunset from a beach-shack restaurant on Palolem's crescent bay? An hour of blissful relaxation with a warm-oil ayurvedic massage and steam bath? Why not try bartering for jewellery and textiles among the throngs of locals at Mapusa Market, or take a stroll down the narrow streets of Panaji's fascinating old Portuguese quarters? Discover an early-morning meeting with monkeys and exotic birds at Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary, or savor the Portuguese-Indian fusion of Goan cuisine at a laneway restaurant. Encounter twice the city in half the time with tailored map coverage for easy navigation around Goa's beaches and towns. Our expert author recommends the top beaches, forts, churches, restaurants, markets, massages and wildlife sanctuaries, while useful itineraries and highlights let you relax on the beach knowing the best experiences have been found for you. Locals also give their insight on the best Goan food.