Top Things to do in South Goa District
Top Hotels in South Goa District
- 1. Sterling Goa- Varca
- 2. Beleza by the Beach
- 3. Fairfield by Marriott Goa Benaulim
- 4. Caravela Beach Resort
- 5. Taj Exotica Resort & Spa Goa
- 6. ITC Grand Goa, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Goa
- 7. Kenilworth Resort & Spa, Goa
- 8. Novotel Goa Dona Sylvia Resort
- 9. Sobit Sarovar Portico
- 10. The LaLiT Golf & Spa Resort Goa
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Things to do in South Goa District, Goa: The Best Museums
Discover the best top things to do in South Goa District, India including Prehistoric Rock Art Gallery, Aziz and SON'S, Din Brothers Jewellers and Gold Smiths, Goa - Chitra, San Thome Museum: Back in Time, Ali Babas Cave, Chaku crafts emporium, The Archaeological Museum, Old Goa, Big Foot Museum, AUGUSTIN Studio & Gallery.
Restaurants in South Goa District
1. Prehistoric Rock Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By DilipS239 - Vadodara, India
I reached the site of Usgalimal Rock Carvings 35 km from Majestic Beach Comforts , Varca at 1445 on 22nd Feb . There was no entrance fee . Ramakant , a caretaker was there . He took an empty bottle and ushered me into an unknown world . He filled the bottle with the water from Kushavati river and poured on the outlines of various carved figures to bring 150 petroglyphs , carved by humans around 8,000 to 10,000 years ago , to the life one by one . The rock face was covered with carvings and renderings of different animals and birds including bulls , deer , dogs , elephants , horses and peacocks . A peacock was so cleverly illustrated to optimize the most uneven surface of the rock. There was a wonderful ‘ x-ray bull ’ sequence , where the internal bone structure of a bull were carved into the rock face. The animals interact with each other and with the humans . There is a hunting scene where a large spear is shown to be pierced into a bull . The barbed harpoons and spear alongside the animals indicated that those who indulged in this art were hunter-gatherers of prehistoric period. There were human figures too – arguably the most interesting being a woman and a child connected with an umbilical cord . Another interesting figure was of a female dancer extending her hands in ecstasy . This action and pose explained the lot of intelligence shown by the carver . Symbolic cross indicating its use for knowing directions and several holes symbolising fertility cult indicating vulvae in the mother earth were visible . The engraving of Triskelion with 3 heads resembling serpent hoods at the centre having seven concentric circles and a diameter of two m. was perhaps the unique symbol found in India . Most probably the engravings were carried out by specially prepared sharp pointed hard ferruginous stone tools .
2. Aziz and SON'S
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By saam59
Traveling to GOA in itself is already wonderful, adding a trip to a local jeweler will turn it into an unforgettable experience. Manzoor created a stunning ring for me from topaz together with diamond and saffire. It reminds me of the sun and blue skies of GOA every time!
3. Din Brothers Jewellers and Gold Smiths
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 89 reviews
Din Brothers Jewellers and gold Smiths. Family business Since three generations. We believe in quality and guarantee best possible price. All our jewellery is made in our own workshop. We create pieces of jewellery, which are unique and special.
Reviewed By Dream2 - Coalpit Heath, United Kingdom
I highly recommend the Din Brothers for excellent customer service and high quality diamond jewellery. My partner proposed at the Taj Mahal so we visited the shop to look at engagement rings. Zubair and his brother were extremely helpful and made me an engagement ring exactly as described. We were so pleased we ended up purchasing a wedding ring to match! Since we returned home both rings have been valued almost twice what we paid in India. Very pleased indeed.
4. Goa - Chitra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
The museum offers an evolving environment of traditional artefacts that provides an experimental context for investigating material culture, re-thinking process and practice, and developing new collaborative approaches. The Goa Chitra museum offers an evolving environment of living installations, public studios, and materials that provides an experimental context for investigating material culture, re-thinking process and practice, and developing new collaborative approaches. Goa Chitra is an active participant and an exceptional place for rethinking things in everyday and extraordinary life. Collection: The ethnographic museum displays over 4000 exhibits which were collected by one man over 25 years. The museum showcases the material culture of Goan's before electricity era and every implement is substantiated with researched documentation that dates back to hundreds of years of evolved wizen.
Reviewed By RadhakrishnaM19
What a wonderful experience to visit this 3 in one museum.. strating witht the carriages section, one gets to see so many varities of them. From diffefrent states and for different uses, one can visulise life in those days. Some palanquins also can be seen. You then get to see different sections where they have pottery, baskets and weaving, barbers shop and so on. Next you get to see implenets used in various vocations, agriculture being prominent. The thridsection was one with ancient artifacts , clocks, table ware, medical equiplents, furniture etc. Guided tour is there and one needs to pay Rs.300 per head as entrance charges. It was fully worth and I spent about 75 minutes there... one can spend a bit more if one plans accordingly as theres so much to see and relish.
5. San Thome Museum: Back in Time
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Catch line: Revolution in Technical Evolution which started somewhere in 1887AD is justified by this first concept in the world. All the features in the Smartphone vis a vis Calculators, Phones, Movies, Typing(microsoft word & Excel), Cameras (still and movie), Time and Timekeepers, Artificial lights, Radios, Recorded music, Slide show, weighs, Calender's are depicted from the first invention to latest digital age. Incorporated in the museum, is al vast collection of evolution of Irons, stoves, sewing machines, coins, bottles, Cobalt blue bottles, cutlery, crockery, kettles, inkpots, Drillers, roofing tiles et cetera. Labeled as the Finest Jewel in Goa's Treasure Chest, at Thome Museum, time stands still. A house of fusion of Knowledge and Heritage, it unveils before all generations, the evolution of smartphone started in 19th Century. It also showcases not only the Portuguese but also the British influence on standard of living of Goans . A lifetime experience is guaranteed.
Reviewed By MANCHIMASTER - Mumbai, India
this museum is a real experience to back in time. you will be surprised to see old age things instrument typewriter and other items which one cannot find now
6. Ali Babas Cave
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
7. Chaku crafts emporium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Walnut wood carving at it's best,hand carved furniture and souvenirs,we also provide a home delivery around the globe,and most importantly it's all comes with a life time grantee,so come and see this art of carving....
Reviewed By Aj25P - Pune, India
I loved the Kashmir Wood craft work this emporium offers. From a couple of hundred Indian Rupees to a couple of hundred thousand Rupees, everything is available. Such beautiful handicraft chairs, Tea tables, dining tables and side tables. I bought 6 dining chairs, 2 rest chairs, 2 tea tables, and also ordered dining tables, side table and the GRAND king size Bed from Amin, one of the owners. Everything is made of Walnut Wood, which is tougher than teak, lighter and more flexible for carving, and is durable to pass it on to multiple generations.
8. The Archaeological Museum, Old Goa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By HarryHSR - New Delhi, India
This Archaeological Museum is located very close to the Church complex in Old Goa, really worth a visit, the artifacts and paintings etc are very well maintained and it is quite an experience to see the rich heritage and wonderful archives collected and maintained in this museum. There is a small entry ticket but it is well worth it ... Sharing a few pics, must visit, kids will also enjoy and learn from this visit. This place is a must visit for the History buffs ... Photography not allowed in few parts of the museum
9. Big Foot Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By 688balajis
This place is a Hidden Gem tucked in South Goa - this should be made more visible and popular. The entry fee is 100 INR per person which is pretty economical. This place is huge and you can easily take close to a hour to do the walk through. The place is quiet and offers an inside look into Goa History and about their Culture & People. you can do the tour of the Alvares Mansion opposite this place for 100 INR which is also worth the time. The mansion takes you back in time to the Portuguese era and how life was there back then. Amazing two places next to each other - Skip the spice tours and head here for a wholesome tourist experience.
10. AUGUSTIN Studio & Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4 reviews
POP INDIA ART EXHIBITION is currently shown in small lovely AUGUSTIN's gallery just in the centre of Agonda Beach. Enjoy & buy afordable popart artworks by RICHARD AUGUSTIN, internationaly recognized artist.
