The Ultimate List Of Goa's Hidden Gems: Dining, Shopping & More

Goa has some of the best options in the country from fine dining to local shacks. Here are the best options in the state.

Located in Panjim, right near the church, Petisco serves Goan fusion food along with exceptional drinks. The smoked GnT, the golden molasses, the virgin margarita, the Petsico fried chicken and the flamed grilled chicken are to die for!

Salud offers views overlooking the Ozran beach and is located on the Hilltop, literally as well. Their drinks are incredible, food is delicious and the dance floor it turns into post sunset is unforgettable.

Isabella, another Panjim must-visit, may be housing the country’s only vermutaria. With homemade vermouths and Goan-Spanish food done just right, make sure to reserve your table and enjoy the night.

This popular bar in Fontainhas, the Latin Quarters is on every traveller’s list. The famous feni cocktail, Tamde Rosa, paired with some Goan snacks are the best way to spend your evening away in this tiny bar.

This South Goa bar lies right on the beach. Take a walk on it, swing by it and return to music and more. The Southern Deck is a known to serve amazing drinks and all kinds of food. 

Goa is a treasure trove of local brands, and the shopping here is unique and one of a kind. Here are some of the best spots for those who love to collect pretty pieces on their travels.

This is the one stop shop for the popular Portuguese tile art — Azulejos — in Fontainhas. They also have lot of ceramic pieces of art that would make for great pieces to add to your home or gift to someone you love.

Bang in the middle of the Latin Quarters’ crossroad, Global to Local is a small supermarket that houses everything Goan from spices to pickles to coconut oils. They’d definitely make some good souvenirs to take home for your foodie friends.

This well-known cafe in Anjuna also has a shop, one of Goa hidden gems that has from everything vintage to modern. You can find furniture, postcards, jewellery, clothing, and so much more just under one roof.

This is the Friday bazaar with over 100 stalls that happens from 4 PM until 3 AM at Hilltop, Vagator. It's the spot to come across small businesses and handcrafted items paired with live music, food, and drinks.

This is Goa’s first and only lifestyle destination shopping experience. The Good Life Store in Fontainhas has handcrafted indigenous items made in India.

There's so much to do in Goa, we need not lay it out why you must soak in the nature. But when you do, go here.

This one is so close to the airport and perfect to catch the sunrise. Since the Hollant beach is a cove and has rocks on the side, they say, the waves don’t hit directly and is perfect for a swim.

The Fort Aguada has two parts which not everybody knows of. The upper part and lower part which are both accessible and offer fabulous views. The newly opened up Aguada jail and port should also be added to that itinerary.

The Latin Quarters in Panjim are called the Fontainhas. A quick walk through the by lanes, munching on some local delicacies and exploring art on the walls should help you soak in a whole lot of the Goan culture.

These are at the intersection of the borders of Karnataka, Goa and Maharashtra. The stunning Chorla Ghats are best visited post monsoon and offer breath-taking views of the nature and waterfalls around.

Located on Chorao islands, this Salim Ali Bird Sanctuaries offers walking on a boardwalk surrounded with mangroves and sights of birds. This Goa hidden gem is best visited in low tide as it is safer.