North Goa is that part of Goa which is quite commercial as the capital of Goa which is Panaji is situated there. You will find a lot more vibrancy and more tourism related activites happening in North Goa. Hence the beaches in North Goa are very populated compared to that of South Goa .
Beaches in Northern Goa :
1. Anjuna Beach : Anjuna beach finds equal favor among all kinds of crowds, be it a group of overlanders, monks, defiant ex-hippies, artists, seers, researchers or just someone looking for a place to rejuvenate. The place has life and enthusiasm written in its air. Read More
2. Arambol Beach : Arambol Beach One of the most charming beaches of Goa, Arambol Beach is located about 50 km north of Panaji. Situated in the quiet and friendly Arambol village, Arambol beach is a nature lover’s dream destination with expansive coastal stretch and an unspoilt feel to it. Read More
3. Baga Beach : Goa Baga beach is an option for those who want to be away from the hustle and bustle found on the other beaches. Baga Beach in Goa looks as if it has come straight out of a painting… Majestic white waves rushing to wipe out the feet imprints left by you on the white sand while the wind continues to flirt with the palm trees.Read More
4. Bambolim Beach : Bambolim beach is the ideal beach if you want to spend maximum time regaling in the sea and soak up the sun. It is located in the north of Goa near the Dona Paula beach. The Bambolim beach of Goa is a bit secluded from the mainland and this is what gives it a desolate and exotic look. Read More
5. Calangute Beach : Calangute beach in Goa is also known as the Queen of Beaches. The period from November to February is the most pleasant to visit here. It’s 15km from the capital city Panjim. Read More
6. Candolim Beach : Located 14 kms north of Panaji in the state of Goa, the Candolim Beach is a part of a long extension of beach coastline along the Arabian Sea that begins at Fort Aguada and ends at Chapora Beach. Read More
7. Chapora Beach : Located 14 kms north of Panaji in the state of Goa, the Candolim Beach is a part of a long extension of beach coastline along the Arabian Sea that begins at Fort Aguada and ends at Chapora Beach. Read More
8. Dona Paula : A secluded bay situated on the Arabian Sea, the Dona Paula Beach is one of the most sought after beaches in Goa. A meeting point of the Zuari and Mandovi rivers the Dona Paula Beach, once a silent village today is one of the most commercialized areas of Goa. Read More
9. Miramar Beach : Located at a distance of 3 Kms from Panjim / Panaji, The Capital City of Goa, it is the nearest Beach to Panjim. Miramar Beach is also referred to as Gaspar Dias and is the point where the Mandovi River merges with the Arabian Sea. Read More
10. Morjim Beach : Morjim beach is an isolated beach situated on the North Goa in the Pernem taluka of the mouth of Chapora river estuary. It can be viewed from the Chapora fort as a beach that has stretches of empty sand with a lot of palms and casuarinas trees in the background. Read More
11. Sinquerim Beach :
12. Vagator Beach : Vagator Beach is the northernmost beach of Bardez Taluka, Goa. It is located on the opposite bank of the Chapora River from Morjim in Pernem. To the south of Vagator is Anjuna, one of the first hippy haunts of Goa. Read More