Panjim : Fontainhas and Beyond
Location:
Panjim
Duration:
2 hours
Frequency:
Everyday
Select date and travellers
Overview
Go on the Fontainhas and Beyond heritage walk in Panjim and discover Goa’s famous Latin Quarter heritage area. Admire the vibrant, Indo-Portuguese architecture in Panjim. See the Immaculate Conception Church and a rare pre-colonial palace. Taste wood-fired Goan sweets at a vintage bakery. Enjoy live music and hear authentic stories from locals, guided by a true neighbourhood friend.
Highlights
Explore São Tomé and Fontainhas, Asia's largest Latin Quarter | Admire colonial architecture, colourful homes, and quiet alleyways | Visit a heritage bakery for traditional Goan snacks | See landmarks like the Immaculate Conception Church and Adil Shah’s Palace | Enjoy a live local musical performance | Hear hidden stories and histories from a local guide | Learn to be a mindful traveler in a heritage neighborhoodItineraries
• Meet your local guide at the starting point in Fontainhas and get a quick introduction to Goa’s Latin Quarter
• Begin a relaxed walk through colorful Portuguese-era lanes and heritage houses.
• Visit iconic chapels, hidden fountains, and hear the stories behind them.
• Stop by a local art gallery or heritage home to learn about local life and culture.
• Take a break at a heritage café for tea or a light Goan snack (if included).
• Continue exploring hidden alleys, snap photos at Instagram-worthy corners and tiled walls.
• Wrap up the walk with tips from your guide on more places to explore nearby.
Cancellation Policy
Free Cancellation : Cancel 48 hrs+ before for a full refund (minus 3% fee) | No Refund : No refunds within 48 hrs or for no-shows | Processing Fee : 3% fee applies to all cancellations.Description
Duration of tour : 2 hrs (120 mins)
Activity Timings : Everyday (Time Slots – 08:00 AM – 10:00 AM, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM)
Mode of Transport : Personal vehicle/ Hired taxi to starting point in Fontainhas/ On foot during the heritage walk
Included Excluded
✅Visit to São Tomé and Fontainhas
✅Visit to a heritage bakery
✅Local musical performance
✅Stories by the local guide
❌Any other services not mentioned in inclusions
Important Information
📌Essentials
• Operates throughout the year (weather permitting)
• The route and stops may vary slightly based on guide and group interest
🎒Pack
• Wear comfortable clothing and footwear, carry hat/ sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle
• Carry an umbrella/ rain jacket (during monsoons)
• Carry digital camera/ phone with waterproof pouch
• Cash/ Card for personal expenses
⚠️Safety
• Pay attention to the local guide at all times
❌Avoid If
• Pregnant/ have serious medical issues
• Not for very young children
• Prone to motion sickness
• Under influence of alcohol/ drugs