Fontainhas Heritage Walk in Panjim Goa
4.9
40 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.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
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 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
What's Not Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
Additional Information

From the times of tobacco trade to the minting of coins and the final administrative center of the Portuguese, Panjim has seen it all. With a special focus on the Fontainhas area, we discover the Making of Panaji. We learn how ‘Nova Goa’ developed as the new capital city after Old Goa crumbled down with the disease. We listen to stories about The Adilshah Palace, Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church, St Sebastian Chapel, the narrow lanes bearing hallmarks of the long Portuguese regime in Goa. In addition, we will visit one of the first houses in this area and join the owner as he shows you around.

Location
MO's Cafe
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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967seemas
Apr 28, 2024
Latin quarter walk - The trip was very educational. Roy explained everything very well. Would recommend this to everyone. I had a very nice time
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Speaking_easy
Mar 30, 2024
New Goa experience unlocked! - We had an amazing heritage walk with Roy who really took the time to explain the history and stories beautifully!! New Goa experience unlocked!! Highly recommend this tour!
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Bhavna970
Mar 14, 2024
Wholesome experience - Priyanka was very nice and sweet. Very informative. She went out of her way to help us find local delicacies. She made sure we were comfortable and answered each of our questions.
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Roving12430718134
Feb 28, 2024
Ancient Goa Colony - A worth to visit this place which is more colourful, beautiful and very well maintained. I was very impressed after getting to know about the ancient history about that particular place. We also got a chance to visit the oldest cafe of Goa and tasted some of the unique items of Goan. I would really like to thanks Adolfina who was our ambassador for the entire journey. She is knowledgable about the place and taken us through the walk with some important and relevant places and persons who were really not know to the world. Thank you for this opportunity Soul Travelling.
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Trail822030
Feb 23, 2024
Must visit heritage walk with host Royoster - We did the heritage walk with royoster and it was so amazing, he is a great story teller and keeps you hooked to his charm all the way if it would not be for him i would have just taken some pics and wenr away and but he made it all together a different experience must must visit for anyone who visits panjim
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Sharadp174
Jan 23, 2024
A wonderful walk with a knowledgeable guide. - The walk was an eye opener,made most interesting by our guide Bob James Abreo.He gave us a very detailed tour spiced with anecdotes and stories of the past.There was even a visit to a heritage home where the resident owner gave us a guided tour.
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Rtsomething
Jan 19, 2024
Great experience! Must do! - Really great tour! Amazing guide! Really recommend! Very informative, funny and historical. If you’re in Goa, you must do thus
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Anyageor
Jan 19, 2024
Great Experience - Great walking tour by Adolphina! She was really knowledgeable about the area and took us to some great spots in Latin Quarter
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Relax40906851278
Sep 30, 2023
Hinterland Goan - We have opted Hinterland Goan.. it was really awesome experience Mr Jade explained the story behind every places ; we have to appreciate his patience! Mostly all of the locations are hidden Gems which you can't easily find from Gmaps Farm house experience was adorable and they treated us very well.. we loved the food which they offered.. Thanks soul travelling and Mr. Jade!
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Himanitewari
Mar 9, 2024
Fun walk - It just nice to see the colourful buildings and old cafes. This has a great vibe. Even for the kids , they love to see so many colourful buildings.
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