Calangute Beach Goa: Top Attractions, Things to Do, and Best Time to Visit

Calangute Beach is undeniably one of Goa’s most frequented beaches. It is also one of North Goa’s most popular locations, with a variety of restaurants, shacks, and nightclubs surrounding it. Water sports such as parasailing, water surfing, banana rides, and jet-skiing are among Calangute Beach’s most popular activities. Parties and live music are the highlights of Calangute Beach’s nightlife for those who love a wild time.

Calangute Beach connects Candolim village on the south and Baga Cross on the north in an area where coconut and palm trees grow. Calangute Beach is the hub of Goa tourism, thanks to its four-mile stretch of sandy beach and nine-mile length. Pawn shops, shacks, and souvenir shops are among the many attractions in Calangute Beach, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Goa. A beach that’s a perfect getaway for nature buffs, Calangute Beach is also a must-see destination for thrill seekers, thanks to its assortment of beer, trinkets, and pawns. In order to discover the essence of Calangute beach, plan for a holiday there. It’s the perfect location for beach bums who want to bask in the serenity of a tranquil atmosphere in the company of nature.

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There are many things to do in and around Calangute Beach.

Calangute Beach offers a variety of water activities, including parasailing, kayaking, windsurfing, snorkeling, and water-skiing, in addition to other water activities.

Shopaholics can buy rugs, carpets, and other handicrafts from Kashmir, Tibet, Indonesia, and Rajasthan at Calangute. The market is located on the road leading to Anjuna Beach.

Tourists can see a large number of dolphins off the shoreline in Calangute Beach. Dolphin-watching boats are available, and you can go for a ride with the playfully swimming dolphins.

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Hows the Nightlife on Calangute Beach?

 

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Goa is known for its exciting beaches, and Calangute is among the most popular ones. Tio Tilly’s Bar and Kitchen, Carvalho’s, Spice It, Cantare, Hipster, Souza Lobo, Tonic – Hard Rock Hotel, IVY, Moon Pub and Clove, and other such spots are located here. You can dine, party, and have a good time at these restaurants and bars.

There are more than a dozen beaches in Goa, including Baga Beach, Calangute Beach, Candolim Beach, Anjuna Beach, Morjim Beach, Arambol Beach, Palolem Beach, Vagator Beach, and Palolem Beach. When we think of the endless nightlife, Goa’s beaches are the first things that pop into our mind. Because this destination has become popular among people from around the world, it is attracting a great deal of people. You will be able to have the best time whether you decide to play with people from various countries in a club or have a shoreline barbeque night. You will have a lot of fun here whether you visit the nightclubs or just enjoy the music. Whether you visit the club or just enjoy the music, you will have the best of times here.

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What is the Best Time To Visit Calangute Beach?

The best time to visit Calangute Beach in Goa is between late October and early February. Regardless of when you visit, these months are the most preferable. These months are between monsoon and summer seasons, when the weather is at its best. During the monsoon season, the area experiences heavy rain, and the sea is exceedingly dangerous and rough. It’s not a good idea to venture outside during these months. In addition, the summer season is hot and humid, so having fun at the beach is not the best choice.

Which are the Places to visit Near Calangute Beach?

1. Aguada Fort:
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Right in the middle of the sea stands the Aguada Fort, whose dark-bricked road leads to it and makes it look like a picture straight out of a movie. The Portuguese-style architecture of the Aguada Fort offers views of the confluence of the Mandovi River with the Arabian Sea.

2. Baga Beach:

 

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In comparison to Calangute, Baga Beach is much quieter and less crowded, in addition to being more developed. It is renowned for its excellent nightlife in Goa.

3. Kerkar Art Gallery:
Subodh Kerkar’s terracotta works, which are elliptical in shape and made from, are housed in one of North Goa’s most frequented art galleries.

4. Catholic Church:
The magnificent architecture, with a white-coloured exterior, dome-like towers, and rococo pulpit with decorative motifs and scrollwork, makes this Catholic Church extremely tranquil and peaceful.

5. Our Lady of Piety:
Calangute’s most famed church is located on a hill and provides picturesque views of the sand and water.

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Before visiting Calangute Beach, be sure to read our tips for travellers.

Prior to visiting Calangute Beach, check out the Calangute Beach Guide for travellers’ tips.

Make sure to dine at reputable restaurants rather than unsanitary shacks during your stay to avoid getting sick. To avoid getting sick, rent a bicycle to get around the area.

Keep the emergency numbers with you at all times. This includes the telephone number of your hotel, your tour guide, and your travelling companions, as well as the local police station.

It is crucial to keep all your documents safely, but it is also important to make photocopies and keep them with you. Make sure you are aware of your belongings and the environment around you.

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