ANJUNA :
(18 kms from Panaji). A popular beach area adjacent to Chapora fort.
In Anjuna there is magnificent Albuquerque mansion built in 1920, flanked
by octagonal towers and attractive Mangalore tiled-roof.
ARAMBOL :
(50 kms from Panaji). A unique beach in the North Goa, it is
a rocky and sandy beach and much sought after. It has a sweet
water pond right on the shore.
BAGA :
(18 kms. from Panaji). It is at the northern tip of a wonderful
7 kms. stretch along the coastal North Goa. Accommodation including
star hotels are available throughout this stretch.
BENAULIM
(4 kms. From Margao). Situated at Benaulim village near Margao,
it is one of the famous beaches of south Goa.
BETUL :
(22 kms. From Margao). This is the southern most beach of a
stretch that extends from Bogmalo to Betul in Southern Goa.
BOGMALO :
(5 kms. From Goa Airport). Well connected by road, it offers
excellent water sports facilities.
CALANGUTE :
(16 kms from Panaji). It is the most popular holiday resort
in Goa. Excellent accommodation facilities are available, particularly
at the tourist resort and cottages.
CANSAULIM :
(15 kms. From Margao). A famous beach in Mormugao taluka near
Cansaulim railway station.
COLVA :
(About 6 kms. From Margao). Colva beach is the pride of Salcete and
the only rival to Calangute by its scenic splendour . Here, sand, sea
and sky blend in enchanting natural harmony unspoilt by men. It has
good accommodation facilities, particularly at the tourist cottages.
DONA PAULA :
(7 kms from Panaji). An idyllic picturesque spot, Dona Paula
commands a fine view of the Zuari river and Mormugao Harbour
. Water Scootering facilities are available here.
MIRAMAR :
(Gaspar Dias, 3 kms from Panaji). A lovely golden beach of soft
sand girdled with palm trees facing the blue Arabian Sea, is
the nearest to Panaji.
MORJIM :
(40 kms. From Panaji). In the mouth of the Chapora river and
facing the famous Chapora fort, this is another famous beach
of northern Goa.
PALOLEM :
(about 37 kms. From Margao). Just west of Chaudi one of the
most enchanting beaches in Goa relatively deserted, with backdrop
of Western Ghats, situated in Southern Taluka of Canacona .
SINQUERIM :
(16 kms. From Panaji). The southern most beach of the Calangute
stretch, this beach has good accommodation and water sports
facilities.
SIRIDAO :
(8 kms. From Panaji). Near Goa Velha in Tiswadi taluka near the mouth
of the river Zuari, it is one of the most frequented beaches of Goa
for its picturesque scenery.
VAGATOR :
(22 kms from Panaji) It is a popular beach dominated by Chapora Fort
to the north, on its imposing headland. To the south of Vagator is Calangute
beach.