India › Goa Tourism › Margao › Tourist Places to Visit in Margao

Places to Visit in Margao

Top Tourist Places in Margao recommended by travellers

Parks (1) Hills (1) Caves (1) Places of Worship (1) Heritage (1) Libraries (1) Other (1)

HolidayIQ Award 2012

Majorda

Rank 1

Ranked 1 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Beach

Majorda Beach is situated in the Salcete taluka and is dotted with several famous hotels and resorts of Goa. This beach also has restaurants and beach shacks, where Goan, European and Indian cuisine can be tasted by tourists. Read More »

Chandor

Rank 2

Ranked 2 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Village

Chandor is a village that lies 13 km away from Margao, on the banks of the Kushavati River. The prime attraction of this village is the Braganca House, also known as the Perreira Braganza/Menezes-Braganza House. This 17th century colonial mansion has a double storey facade. Presently,... Read More »

Hotels Near Chandor »

Uttorda

Rank 3

Ranked 3 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Beach

Uttorda Beach is located around 7 km north of the Colva Beach. In the north of this beach lies the Arrosim Beach, while to its south lies the Majorda Beach. Read More »

Loutolim

Rank 4

Ranked 4 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Village

Loutolim is a town located 10 km away from Margao in the Salcette taluka and is famous for beautiful colonial mansions. Some of the buildings designed in the Portuguese architectural style can also be seen. The prime attraction of this town is the Ancestral Goa Museum. This town also has a... Read More »

Hotels Near Loutolim »

Colva Beach

Rank 5

Ranked 5 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Beach

Colva Beach is located around 6 km away from Margao, in the South Goa District. This 24 km long beach is one of the longest beach stretches in the world. The beach is lined with numerous hotels, beach shacks and food stalls. Our Lady of Mercy Church on the way to Colva is also a popular attraction. Read More »

Hotels Near Colva Beach »

Velsao Beach

Rank 6

Ranked 6 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Beach

Velsao Beach, located on the southern coast of Goa, is one of the popular beaches near Margao. Towards the north of this beach lies the Bogmalo Beach, while to its south lies the Majorda and Colva beaches. The beach can be reached by taking regular bus services from Margao and Colva. Read More »

Hotels Near Velsao Beach »

Varca Beach

Rank 7

Ranked 7 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Beach

Varca Beach is a white sandy beach, located 2 km south of the Benaulim Beach. This beach is mostly visited for sunbathing. Dolphin watching and boat trips are some of the other activities enjoyed by tourists at this beach. Read More »

Betul Beach

Rank 8

Ranked 8 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Beach

Betul Beach is situated along the southern end of the Sal River and is known as the fishing beach of Goa. Tourists visiting this beach enjoy fishing at the fishing port. Tourists can reach this beach by taking boats and ferries from Mobor. Read More »

Hotels Near Betul Beach »

HolidayIQ Award 2012

Town Square

Rank 9

Ranked 9 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Library

Town Square, located in the centre of Margao, has two beautiful gardens, the Municipal Garden and the Aga Khan Children's Park. The Statue of Luis de Menezes Braganza and Public Library are some of the other popular attractions in the Town Square. The Public Library has books in various... Read More »

Hotels Near Town Square »

Rachol Seminary

Rank 10

Ranked 10 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Other

Rachol Seminary is the diocesan major seminary of the Primatial Catholic Archdiocese of Goa and Daman. It is popularly known as the Patriarchal Seminary of Rachol and is located about 7 km away from Margao. This seminary was built in 1580 and was converted into a Diocesan seminary in 1762. A... Read More »

Hotels Near Rachol Seminary »

Sri Shantadurga Temple

Rank 11

Ranked 11 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Temple

Sri Shantadurga temple is located 20 km away from Margoa at Kavlem in Ponda Taluka. This temple was constructed in 1728, during the reign of Maratha Ruler Shahu Raje. The presiding deity of this temple is shown holding two serpents, one in each hand. These serpents represent Lord Vishnu and Lord... Read More »

Hotels Near Sri Shantadurga Temple »

Monte Hill

Rank 12

Ranked 12 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Hill

Monte Hill is a hillock in the commercial capital Margao, of Goa. The prime attraction of this hill is the Chapel of Calcada de Nossa Senhora de Piedade, which is popularly known as Our Lady of Mercy. Every Sunday, the church is open for service. On Good Friday, the crucifixion of Jesus... Read More »

Hotels Near Monte Hill »

Our Lady of Grace Church

Rank 13

Ranked 13 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Church

Our Lady of Grace Church was formerly known as the Capela de Batalhao. This former military chapel has a hospital that has been named after the church. This church is visited, especially on the feast day that is celebrated on the 1st Sunday of February. Read More »

Hotels Near Our Lady of Grace Church »

Colonial Style Villas

Rank 14

Ranked 14 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Heritage

Colonial Style Villas are preserved villas lined along the lanes of Margao, which are constructed in colonial architectural style. These villas are similar to the British structures of the past. Read More »

Hotels Near Colonial Style Villas »

Church of the Holy Spirit

Rank 15

Ranked 15 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Church

Church of the Holy Spirit is located in the Old Market Square of the commercial town at Margao. The church was originally built in 1564 by the Jesuit missionaries. In 1571, this church was destroyed by Muslim soldiers. It was finally rebuilt in 1645 and consecrated in 1675. This... Read More »

Hotels Near Church of the Holy Spirit »

Sri Damodar Temple

Rank 16

Ranked 16 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Temple

Sri Damodar temple, situated on the banks of the Kaushavati River, is a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that the idol enshrined at this temple was originally installed at the site of the Church of Holy Spirit. Both Christians and Hindus pay homage at this site.. Kushawati... Read More »

Hotels Near Sri Damodar Temple »

Jorge Barreto Park

Rank 17

Ranked 17 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Park

Jorge Barreto Park is a famous park located in the centre of Margao. The arched corridor is the main attraction of this park. A colonial styled red washed building that was constructed in 1905 can also be seen. Towards the south of this park lies a library. Read More »

Hotels Near Jorge Barreto Park »

Sat Burnzam Ghor

Rank 18

Ranked 18 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Religious

Sat Burnzam Ghor was one of the first private chapels built in Goa. This replica of a Portuguese style mansion was constructed around 1790. The Sat Burnzam Ghor means the house of seven gables, out of which only three can be seen presently. Read More »

Hotels Near Sat Burnzam Ghor »

Caves of Aquem

Rank 19

Ranked 19 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Cave

Caves of Aquem are situated 3 km away from Margao, in the South Goa District. These caves were built during the 9th century in the same style as the Khandepar Caves. The nearby St. Sebastian Church, which was originally a chapel and was declared a church on 3rd November 2002 is also a popular... Read More »

Hotels Near Caves of Aquem »

Sri Chandranath Temple

Rank 20

Ranked 20 of 20
Places to Visit in Margao

Type: Temple

Sri Chandranath temple is situated atop 359 m high Chandranath Hill at Quepem. The presiding deity of this temple is Lord Chandreshwar, who was one of the Bhoja Kings to have ruled South Goa. The golden Chandreshwar deity of this temple depicts Lord Shiva as Lord of Moon. Another major... Read More »

Hotels Near Sri Chandranath Temple »

Margao hotels travelers are looking right now

Hotel

Om Shiv Hotel

5 Reviews

SHOW PRICES

Homestays

Arco Iris Homestay

3 Reviews

SHOW PRICES

Hotel

Shree Damodar Regency Hotel

6 Reviews

SHOW PRICES

Hotel

Avenue Hotel

6 Reviews

SHOW PRICES

Check all Margao hotels ›

Highly Rated hotels in Margao

Hotel

Goa Woodlands Hotel

36 Reviews

SHOW PRICES

Hotel

Margao Residency

27 Reviews

SHOW PRICES

Hotel

Hotel

Check all Margao hotels ›

Quick links

HolidayIQ's Margao Travel guide page provides best information related to travel and tourism in Margao.
Get Margao train timings and PNR status Information
Find value for money hotel deals along with hotel reviews for hotels in Margao.
Get valuable travel tips from Margao Traveller Community to help plan your holiday smarter.
Find must see tourist places to visit in Margao along with Margao Traveller photos and discover great holiday packages for Margao.
Get connected to travel agents that help you customize your holiday plans.

Places To visit in Margao | Margao Tourist Attractions | Margao Sightseeing Tour | Margao Best Places To See | Margao Must See Places | Margao Tourism Places
List of best place to see in Margao and Photos of Tourist Attractions in Margao.Majorda, Chandor, Uttorda, Loutolim, Colva Beach, Velsao Beach, Varca Beach, Betul Beach, Town Square, Rachol Seminary, Sri Shantadurga Temple, Monte Hill, Our Lady of Grace Church, Colonial Style Villas, Church of the Holy Spirit, Sri Damodar Temple, Jorge Barreto Park, Sat Burnzam Ghor, Caves of Aquem, Sri Chandranath Temple.