4 Best Places To Visit In Goa For Enjoying Nightlife
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Whenever we think of nightlife, the first place that comes to our mind is Goa. Goa is popular not only for its beaches but also for its amazing nightlife and astonishing nightclubs. Nightlife in Goa is vibrant, from gambling, drinks, and good food to live music, there is something from everyone. You can also explore various wonderful places to visit in Goa. Most of the parties and nightlife activities are organised on some of the beaches and hence they have become the most favorite tourist places to visit in Goa.
Before turning towards the list, it is important to mention that you can reach Goa easily by air, by train or by road depending on the place from where you need to come and your budget. Once you reach Goa, you can go for rental cars, bikes, tourist buses, bike rental of local buses for commuting within the city. Next, we are going to discuss a few Goa beaches where you can enjoy nightlife in Goa.
1. Baga Beach
Baga beach is situated in North Goa and is considered one of the best beaches for parties and nightlife in Goa. Baga beach has everything a party lover might ask for. Filled with discos, nightclubs, beach cottages, it is always crowded with Indian and foreign tourists. The entire beach is marked with cottages called shacks and most of them come to life when the sun goes down. You can savor delicious seafood and enjoy rocking music inside these cottages. During the day, you can also enjoy some water sports and adventures activities on the beach. Whether you are visiting with your partner or a group of friends, the nightlife at Baga Beach is a treat for everyone and hence it is termed as one of the best places to visit in Goa at night.
How to reach:
Baga Beach is located at a distance of 19 km from Panaji and is about 42 km from Dabolim airport. The place is well-connected by bus. Best option is to take a cab or bike rental.
Best time to visit Baga Beach:
Although Baga beach is one of those tourist destinations in Goa, which can be visited at any time of the year, it is recommended to avoid the monsoon season as the place gets heavy rainfall during this time. The best time to visit is November to February.
Place to stay:
There are a good number of hotels near Baga Beach which provide the best services at reasonable prices. Aromiaa Villas, Resorte Marinha Dourada, Kalki Resort & Cottages, are a few you can consider. Then there are service apartments and homestays readily available.
Famous Nightclubs:
Club Tito’s, Kamaki, Café Mambo, etc. and shacks.
2. Candolim Beach
Although the beach has won the hearts of tourists with its ambience, amusement options and adventurous sports, it is famous for its nightclubs. Apart from nightlife, this beach in Goa is also popular for seafood. There are large number of beach shacks and restaurants which serve mouth-watering seafood and a variety of drinks. One more specialty of Candolim Beach is the Sun Burn Festival organised here every year for three days. It is a treat for all music lovers across the world and hence Candolim is one of best tourist places to visit in Goa.
How to reach:
Candolim beach is at 14 km from Panaji and at 27 km from Dabolim airport. You can reach there by local bus or by your own vehicle.
Best time to visit Candolim Beach:
The best time to visit this beach is from October to March. During this time period, the weather remains pleasant around 32⁰ C and it not very humid.
Place to stay:
Finding a good accommodation at Candolim is never a problem as you can find many resorts and hotels in the area. Ruffles Beach Resort, Silver Sands Sunshine are some budget accommodations where you can have a comfortable and memorable stay.
Best Nightclubs at Candolim beach:
Club LPK- Love Passion Karma, SinQ, Drift Bar, Pharos are the most famous nightclubs at Candolim.
Things to do at Candolim:
Along with nightclub activities, you can enjoy water sports like Banana ride, Sighting Trip, Speed Boat rides, etc.
3. Calangute Beach:
Situated between Baga and Candolim Beach, Calangute Beach is also referred to as ‘Queeen of Beaches’ in Goa. The reasons are many. The beach is the best place to be for nature lovers due to its scenic beauty. It showcases the unique Goan culture, which makes it a perfect place to visit in Goa with family. It is termed as the best place for enjoying nightlife in Goa as it has everything a party lover wishes to have. The beach is crowded with shacks, food courts, nightclubs and discos. When the sun goes down, Calangute comes to life with outstanding food, magical music beats and of course, liquor.
How to reach:
Calangute is situated at 16 Km form Panaji and at 39 km from Dabolim. It can be reached easily by car or bus. The place is very close to Baga Beach and Baga bus circle.
Best time to visit Calangute Beach:
Calangute is one of those places to visit in Goa before you die, if you are a sea food lover. This place can be visited at any time of the year; however, the best time to be in Calangute is from November to February.
Best Nightclubs at Calangute Beach:
There are many amazing nightclubs at Calangute. However, the most popular ones are Cantare, Revolution Pub, Tio Tilly’s Bar and Kitchen, Club Antoos, Etc.
Place to stay:
Calangute beach also has so many options for tourists to stay. You can find luxurious resorts as well as cheap hotels and guest houses which are easily available. Some of them are Seashore Beach resort, Vacanza Grand Inn, Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort etc.
4. Anjuna Beach
Situated at the west coast of Goa along the Arabian sea; Anjuna is the most beautiful beach in Goa. It is well-known for its scenic beauty, soft and white colored sand along with full-moon parties. Anjuna is the place in Goa, where most of the raves are organized. It is one of the most visited places in Goa among hippies as the beach is dotted with nightclubs and shacks. Shack parties of Anjuna beach are quite popular. Then, there is flea market also, which is popular for its street food, handicrafts, clothing and many other things.
How to reach:
Anjuna beach is 22 km away from Panaji and 44 km away from Dabolim Airport. It is recommended to reach Anjuna by your own vehicle or by bike or bicycle. You can also travel by buses which run from Baga Beach and Panjim.
Best time to visit Anjuna Beach:
Anjuna experiences heavy rainfall between June and October. So, the best time to visit this place is from November to February.
Place to stay:
There are large number of hotels and cottages near Anjuna Beach like The Tamarind Hotel, Ginger Tree Boutique Resort, etc. However, they are far more expensive. So, if you are looking for budget-friendly stay, then better to stay at Baga Beach.
Best nightclubs at Anjuna Beach:
Anjuna beach is popular for its Beach shack named curlies. Apart from curlies, there are many popular night clubs like Café Lilliput, Purple Martini, Club Zero Gravity, Nyex Beach Club, UV Bar, Shiva Valley, etc.
These are the four best places to visit in Goa to enjoy night life to the maximum. Party animals simply love Goa for its ambience, great music, dance and drinks. There are some other beaches like Morjim beach, Arambol beach, Paloem beach, Vagator beach, Cavelossim beach and Sinquerium beach where you can enjoy partying at night or just have a good time with a bunch of friends. You can also go for night party cruise that you can board from Mandovi River. So, what are waiting for? Plan a visit to Goa and get ready to enjoy its nightlife. So if you are planning to visit Goa book hotel in advance to get best deals.
