Calangute Beach

One of the most happening things to do at Calangute Beach of Goa is to attend one of its parties once the sun goes down. Be it crazy dancing, psychedelic music, delicious drinks or scrumptious food, you will find all the elements of a memorable night, right here. Some of the most preferred party places are:

1. Tio Tilly's Bar and Kitchen: The exquisite interiors and facilities such as full bar, live entertainment, live sports screening, smoking area, board games, live music and outdoor seating make Tio Tilly's a perfect choice for a wild night out. The average cost for two people is INR 1000, including alcohol. 
2. Carvalho's: Dig into Goan, Continental, North Indian and Chinese delicacies as you sip on delicious cocktails and mocktails at Carvalho's. The average cost for two people is INR 600 including alcohol. 
3. Spice It: Casual dining and chilled out drinks call for a night out at Spice It, where you have full access to resources such as full bar, buffet, outdoor seating, nightlife and smoking area. The average cost for two people is INR 1800 including alcohol.  

In addition to these, some of the other popular places include Cantare, Hipster, Souza Lobo, Tonic - Hard Rock Hotel, IVY, Moon Pub and Clove.

One absolutely cannot resist the wide variety of water sports at Calangute Beach, which is perhaps one of the most exciting aspects of this place.

• One of the most pursued activities here is parasailing in which the person is tied to a kite-like structure and is tugged behind a boat.
• Other interesting activities to be done here include some good old fishing, kayaking which is paddling through the water in a canoe-like boat, sailing, windsurfing which involves skimming the surface of the water in a boat-like structure called the windsurf, water snorkelling and water-skiing.
• You can also go for activities like spotting dolphins and crocodiles besides visiting the island for fishing or angling.

Be it luxury hotels or fun-filled resort stays, Calangute Beach has a wide variety of options that are suitable for all budget constraints. The most popular resorts here include Chalston Beach Resort which has colourful rooms & cottages, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar, Estrela Do Mar Beach Resort where you will find tropical-themed rooms overlooking the sea, restaurants and outdoor pool. Sea Shore Beach Resort, N.V. Beach Resort, Paradise Village Beach Resort, Resort Terra Paraiso and Vila Goesa Beach Resort are also popular among the tourists.

• Calangute is a great place to shop for antiques, junk jewellery, keepsakes and beachwear.
• You can also get amazing deals for handicrafts made in Kashmir, Tibet, Indonesia and Rajasthan.
• The roadside markets are a perfect place to shop for cute beach outfits, earrings, necklaces etc.

Calangute is one of the most popular beaches in North Goa and is well-connected with a wide range of transport options and roads.

• If you are coming in from Panjim, it is at a distance of 16 km and can be easily covered by a local transport bus or by hiring bikes or cars from Panjim.
• The Thivim Railway Station is also close, at about 19 km and a taxi from there would cost between INR 300 - 400.
• The Dabolim Airport is slightly farther away at a distance of about 39 km from Calangute. The drop from the airport to Calangute is likely to cost you approximately INR 1,200 - 2,000.

• Visit during Christmas and New Year to get the real feel of the beach.
• Avoid travelling the place between June and September as the sea is rough. However, during monsoon, the place has its own charm.
• There are multiple changing rooms at Calangute Beach, near the main entrance, available for around INR 25 per person.
• Locker facility is available for storing the belongings.