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Panaji Heritage Walk: Discover Fontainhas and Old Goa
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166 Ratings
Panaji
Explore Panjim’s rich history on the Fontainhas Heritage Walk. Discover Nova Goa’s evolution, iconic landmarks, and stories from the Portuguese era.
Explore Panjim’s rich history on the Fontainhas Heritage Walk. Discover Nova Goa’s evolution, iconic landmarks, and stories from the Portuguese era.
Duration:
2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Fontainhas - Fontainhas maintains its Portuguese influence particularly through its architecture. Its heritage ambience represents the traditional Portuguese influence in the area.
- St Sebastian Chapel - The Chapel of St Sebastian, erected in 1880, is located at the southern end of the Fontainhas.
- Sao Tome Old Quarter - The colonial…
- Fontainhas - Fontainhas maintains its Portuguese influence particularly through its architecture. Its heritage ambience represents the traditional Portuguese influence in the area.
- St Sebastian Chapel - The Chapel of St Sebastian, erected in 1880, is located at the southern end of the Fontainhas.
- Sao Tome Old Quarter - The colonial Portuguese Baroque style church overlooking the city of Panjim.
- Jardim Garcia de Orta - A memorial of a popular Medical Doctor who had kept his Jewish roots a secret in order to save his skin.
What's Included
- Guided Trail
- Soul Travelling Goodies
- Snacks
- All fees and/or taxes
- Guided Trail
- Soul Travelling Goodies
- Snacks
- All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
- Private transportation
- Bicycle use
- Personal Expenses
- Additional time beyond the standard duration (It can be done as private with extra charges)
- Private transportation
- Bicycle use
- Personal Expenses
- Additional time beyond the standard duration (It can be done as private with extra charges)
Additional Information
Situated in Goa’s capital, Fontainhas is a captivating area known for its vibrant streets and houses. Discover how ‘Nova Goa’ emerged as the new capital after the decline of Old Goa due to disease. Hear fascinating tales about the area’s most notable landmarks. Additionally, enjoy a visit to a local home and one of the city’s oldest bakeries to sample…
Situated in Goa’s capital, Fontainhas is a captivating area known for its vibrant streets and houses. Discover how ‘Nova Goa’ emerged as the new capital after the decline of Old Goa due to disease. Hear fascinating tales about the area’s most notable landmarks. Additionally, enjoy a visit to a local home and one of the city’s oldest bakeries to sample some traditional treats.
Highlights
- Walking tour of the first Portuguese settlement in Panjim
- Exploring key features in the Sao Tome locality
- Vibrant streets and stunning architectural details of Fontainhas
- Tasting snacks at a Goan bakery in operation since the 1920s
- Visit to an Indo-Portuguese house
- Local legends and stories
Location
MO's Cafe
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(166 Ratings)
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Meander16347028061
Jan 17, 2025
"An Enriching Journey Through Goa’s Living Heritage" - The walk delved deep into the true history of Goa, exploring every important element of its heritage, culture, and traditions.
The highlight of the experience was our incredible guide, Adolf. She is nothing less than a legend and a living heritage herself! Her passion, deep knowledge, and personal connections to the history of the area made the tour incredibly enriching. It felt like a blessing to have her lead us through this journey.
Another standout moment was visiting a very old Portuguese house. It was an absolute privilege to step inside such a well-preserved piece of history and engage with the gracious owner.
This walk isn’t just about sightseeing; it’s about truly immersing yourself in Goa’s rich past and vibrant culture. I highly recommend this experience with Soul Travelling to anyone who wants to explore the authentic essence of Goa."
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Delhitraveller265
Jan 11, 2025
Colorful Fountainhaas - Very interesting. Colorful walk. Adolfina was v.knowledgeable. Lot of history. Liked visiting the ancestral home. The local Portuguese home visit is the highlight.
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Bhanuk2025
Jan 11, 2025
Punjab to Fountainhas :) - Adolfina is literally part of world heritage. We don't get these days such living encyclopedias willing to share with the world and change the world for its better.
Soul touching!!
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Sharanyas2014
Jan 7, 2025
A Soulful Experience in Fontainhas, Goa with Soul Travelling - Exploring Fontainhas with Soul Travelling was an unforgettable dive into Goa’s Indo-Portuguese heritage. Priyanka, our guide, was exceptional—her storytelling brought the vibrant streets, azulejos tiles, and colourful heritage homes to life. She effortlessly highlighted the fusion of Indian and Portuguese culture, from architecture to local traditions, making every detail feel meaningful. The tour was relaxed, engaging, and full of hidden gems I would’ve missed otherwise. Priyanka’s passion and warmth made it feel less like a tour and more like a journey through time. If you want to experience the true soul of Goa, this is a must!
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576purabik
Jan 6, 2025
Amazing Adolfina - Absolutely amazing walk, Our guide Adolfina was awesome with lovely stories, profound knowledge, witty humor and absolutely adorable. Her passion and love for her job and Goa is seen in the way she conducts herself. Loved all of it and made some unforgettable memories on this walk. Three cheers and kudos to Adolfina and Soul Travellers for this concept and idea. Gratitude and Lots of Good Wishes
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Ashreen
Jan 4, 2025
Feedback - Loved the offbeat experience.Would’ve expected this to cover just a little more area perhaps.The ambassador was a sweetheart.
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Freedom240504
Jan 4, 2025
Must have exp in Goa! - Must have experience in GOA!
Adolfina had deep insights about the history of the place and about Goa in general. Had a great tomr.
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Bhavtaran_u
Jan 1, 2025
A Walk through the History of Goa - Great history & stories! Cant be told better than a Goan who has lived here. Fantastic Story telling!
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Shikha
Jan 18, 2025
Exploring Panjim: A Journey Through History, Culture, and Cuisine - We delved into the rich history, culture, and cuisine of Panjim, guided by our knowledgeable ambassador, Adolfina, who comes from a fascinating lineage. As we strolled through streets adorned with colorfully painted houses, passed a charming post office, and admired a beautiful chapel, we were treated to freshly baked snacks and a refreshing local drink at Confeitaria 31 De Janeiro bakery. The walk concluded with a fascinating guided tour of a historic Goan-Portuguese house, featuring incredible artifacts and a warm, welcoming host.
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Caitlinsweeney
Jan 6, 2025
Bakery delights - The guide was very knowledgeable and willing to share so much with us. We really enjoyed wondering the streets and the bakery was a highlight
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