Iconic Places To Visit In Goa For A Perfect Holiday With Your Fam & Friends

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“Iconic places to visit in Goa? Well, it is just about beaches, wine and water, right?” Well, no.

In fact, some of the most underrated and iconic places are in Goa. So, pack your bags for more! Here are 7 must-explore iconic places to visit in Goa for a worthy holiday!

Rivona Caves

Rivona caves have two histories about it. According to mythology, Rivona caves are also known as the Pandava caves because Pandava reached there and stayed there.
It was believed that Buddhist monks carved them out of the Caves in the 6th or 7th century.
Rivona caves are situated in the village of Rivona in South Goa, 5km away from Ponda.
Entry fees: Free of Cost
Timings: Open 24 Hours
Address: Rivona, Goa 403705

Naval Aviation Museum

If you are interested in knowing about the history of the Indian Navy, you should definitely visit this museum.
Naval Aviation Museum was inaugurated in 1998, is one of the two Military museums and only Naval Museums all over Asia.
The place displays the equipment used by the Indian Navy throughout its history.
Entry fees: Rs. 20 per person with camera Rs. 50 per person.
Timings: 9:30am till 5:30pm
Address: Bogmalo Road, Vasco da Gama

Fort Aguada

One of the most iconic films in Bollywood history, “Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa,” of Shahrukh Khan, was shot in Fort Aguada.
It was constructed by the Portuguese army in 1612 to keep an eye on Marathas and Dutch.
Entry fees: Free for all
Timings: 9:30am till 6:00pm
Address: Fort Aguada Road, Aguada Fort Area, Candolim

Basilica of Bom Jesus

It is one of the oldest churches in Goa, constructed during Portuguese rule in 1594.
Church has the tomb of St. Francis Xavier, whose body was brought from China after two years of death.
The church is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Entry fees: Free for all
Timings: 9:30am till 6:30pm
Address: Old Goa Road, Bainguinim

Netravali Lake

Also known as Budbud, Budbudyachi Tali, and Bubble Lake.
This lake is famous for its mysterious bubbles at the bottom of the pond.
Most interestingly, bubbles rise faster on the clap sound. According, the study says that the reason is the stockpile of methane gas.
Entry fees: Free for all
Timings: 8:00am till 6:00pm.
Address: Netravali, Vichundrem, Goa

6. Dudhsagar Falls

The Iconic Dudhsagar Falls scene from “Chennai Express” is unbelievable.
A surprising history is behind its name! There was a prince who saw a princess unclothed. He tries to protect her honour by pouring the milk from the jug. It formed a curtain of milk around her. Thus, later, the waterfall was named Dudhsagar falls.
Entry fees: Rs. 400 per person (camera charges are additional)
Timing: 6:30am till 5:00pm
Address: Sonaulim, Goa 403410

Se Cathedral Church

Se Cathedral Church was built to celebrate the victory of the Portuguese army over the Muslim army. Who was trying to capture the cities of Goa in the year 1510 Se Cathedral Church has a large bell known as the “Golden Bell” of its rich tone.
Entry fees: Free for all
Timings: 7:30am till 6:00pm
Address: Velha, Goa 403402

Goa is one of the most favourite destinations among every tourist due to its paradisiacal beaches, cashews, wine and–not to forget–cancelled Goa plans trips. But now, as you know, some of the iconic places to visit in Goa, you are packed up for much more!