Uber excited about your holiday to Goa? Are you looking at your already – booked tickets to Dabolim Airport (GOI) countless times unable to resist the excitement, fantasizing yourself swept away by the bliss of a typical Goan night? You might have already got the itinerary ready or might be planning it, leaving no stone unturned to include all the famous beaches, forts, cathedrals, temples in your composed day-time trip and partake in the glorious parties, laid-back nights at clubs and bars of Goa. Nightlife in Goa throbs at trendy bars, elegant clubs and cafés, shack parties with endless dance-floor on the beach open to the air, night cruise parties and much more. Goosebumps might be rising on your skin at the thought of nightlife in Goa, the party capital of India! You’ve got another reason to plan a holiday in Goa – the cheap flights to Goa are always available on Indian Eagle website!
GOA – The Land of Sun, Sea, Sand, Shacks, Spices, Seafood, Spirituality, and Soirée
Goa, a former Portuguese colony with the coastline of 103 km, is bestrewn with majestic beaches embodying serenity during the day. As the dusk rolls in, the lively nightlife in Goa will keep you engaged in the never-ending activities. It can be said that the natural beauty of Goa in the companionship of the Sun livens you, whereas the residents and tourists light up the night with their vibrant activities all-night. Below are a few of the best ways to enjoy the nightlife in Goa.
Party all night at beach shacks:
Are you a party-lover? Then, Goa is your heaven. Be it a casual party or the one organized for special events like New Year, the parties of Goa are high on zest. Goa’s signature beach parties organized at beach shacks buzz with music, dancing, drinks, and Goan cuisine. You’ll revel in each moment, dancing by the bonfire with a cocktail in hand and making merry oblivious of time.
Major spots – Anjuna beach, Baga beach, Morjim beach, Marbela Beach Resort, Sam’s Beach Shack, Pina Colada Beach Shack and other famous beach resorts in South Goa
Join the frenzy at night clubs, bars and pubs:
Goa is known worldwide for its party-culture! Step into the best nightclubs of North Goa – sparkling with lights and crammed with the crowd. The banging music and DJs keep you hooked to the beat. Eat, drink and dance crazy! Let go of the pressure of life and live the moment. Brim your heart with the variety of drinks available at beach-bars and in-city bars and pubs.
Major spots – Tito’s, Brittos, LPK Waterfront, Zanzibar, Club Cubana, SinQ Night Club
The Silent Headphone Parties:
Do you wish to party till the wee hours in the morning, dancing to the music and songs of your choice? Goa hosts ‘Headphone parties’ for people like you, where thousands of party-goers dance to their selected tunes playing in their ears. Go with this tip of silent partying, we are sure you would be mesmerized by the nightlife in Goa.
Major spots – Silent Noise Club, Alpha Bar located at the end of Palolem Beach; Leopard Valley, the Laughing Buddha in South Goa.
Night Cruise parties on the Mandovi River:
Ever dreamed of midnight party on a cruise? Being a paradise of parties, Goa lets you know the true enjoyment of a night party cruise. Get on-board Goa’s floating nightclub on a cruise that generally leaves the Mandovi River around 6 pm (IST). Starting the sail during the sunset, the party with live music, great food, games and refreshing drinks goes on like the flow of the river.
Major providers of party cruise: Champions Yacht Club and Paradise Cruises, Panjim.
Shop at Night Flea markets:
Nightlife in Goa is not only exuberant due to all-night parties, but also due to the charming night markets sparkling with life. You can find everything here, ranging from rare beer, antiques, handicrafts, clothing, accessories, jewelry, and spices to food stalls offering local Goan cuisine. These markets are nothing less than a fair. They also entertain visitors with live music and performances.
Major spots: Arpora Saturday Night Flea Market; Anjuna Flea Market ; The Saturday Night Market, Aguada; Mackie’s Saturday Night bazaar near Baga.
Watch the performance at Tiatr:
Tiatr, meaning Theatre in the Portuguese language, is a traditional and popular dramatic form performed in Konkani dialect. This unique form of art is a play involving dance, music and songs. Though you may not comprehend the language, you will not fail to appreciate the theme and performance of the artists, who enact on social, cultural, historic, economic and political aspects.
Catch an engrossing performance at Tiatr Academy, Campal, Panaji and then go for a night-ride on rented bikes or cars in the streets of Goa catching sight of shimmering buildings, cathedrals, temples and churches.
Stargazing at beaches:
Nightlife in Goa doesn’t end with reverberating parties, night rides, flea markets, gambling at Casinos! Do not miss spending some quality ‘me-time’ or ‘us-time’ on the beautiful beaches of Goa under a star-lit sky. Unwind on beach sand, watching the calming flow of water in the shine of the moon and twinkling stars or camp with your gang under bowed palm and coconut trees by the bonfire – live your version of once-in-a-lifetime moments.