Panjim: Fontainhas And Beyond | Heritage Walk

5.0 (1 reviews) Goa, India
Duration2h
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LanguagesHindi, English
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Explore Panjim the local way!

Walk along the Immaculate Conception church, the only pre-colonial palace of Panjim, the largest Latin Quarters of Asia with its picture-perfect lanes and listen to the stories that mark the neighbourhood on world map as UNESCO Heritage
zone. Connect to the stories of Fontainhas through its architecture, vibrant lanes, guided not just by a local, but by a ishht (friend) of the neighbourhood.

Get to taste traditional wood fired oven-baked Goan sweets at a vintage bakery, dance to the sound of lively Goan music by a local musician. Along the way chat with locals who would gladly welcome to their version of Panjim!

Perfect for those who believe travel is about tasting slowly, listening deeply, and engaging meaningfully with the community.

What's included

  • Soda/Pop
  • Entrance fee
  • Snacks
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water

What to expect

  1. Panjim Municipal Garden
    10m
    Panjim Municipal Garden is the start point of our tour.
  2. 20m
    The first building to be built in the city in 16th century by Adil Shah of Bijapur. This monument is older than the Taj Mahal. And today the building houses Goa State Museum.
  3. Church Of Our Lady Of The Immaculate Conception
    15m
    The Church of Our Lady of Immaculate Coception is one of the major landmarks in the city of Panjim. We will understand the role of this church in the making of the city, decode its architecture, how the church has evolved over the centuries. The locals have unique stories about the church which are shared on the tour.
  4. 1h 15m
    This quaint vibrant neighbourhood is the oldest settlement in the city. During the walk on the lanes of Fontainhas & Sao Tome we share the stories of the families that have stayed here over centuries, visit old establishments like old bakeries, art galleries etc. You get to explore the locality through the perspective of the locals and interact with the locals.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Garcia De Orta Garden is located next to the famous Immaculate Conception Church in Panjim.

End point

Garcia De Orta Garden is located next to the famous Immaculate Conception Church in Panjim.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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