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Things to buy in Goa | Best Markets & Shopping Guide

If you ask anyone what the next best thing to beaches in Goa is, they will say it is shopping. Goa is a dream destination for street shopping. You will find flea markets near the popular beaches in Goa. If you want to purchase branded goods, there are numerous malls and popular retail chains in Goa. You can include a visit to the street shops in the Here4Trip Goa Tour and Travel Package. When you are visiting Goa, buying something in the flea markets is definitely advisable. Even if you do not want to buy anything, just a leisurely stroll in these markets is enough to refresh you. And what is more important is that these bazaars and markets are windows that let you peep into the culture of Goa and its people.

Best Shopping Markets in Goa

It is not so hard to find the shopping markets in Goa. You will find these shops right on the beaches also and near them. But some markets are age-old and have been here for many years.

Anjuna Flea Market

You will find Anjuna Flea Market to be a fun-loving and buzzing market at any time. As you may have rightly guessed, the market is located close to Anjuna Beach in North Goa. You will find anything from electronics, and readymade garments, to wooden toys, and handicrafts in this market. You will see both Indians and foreign people shopping for goods in this market. We highly recommend you visit Anjuna Beach and the flea bazaar here.

  1. Timings: Only on Wednesdays 9 AM to 6 PM
  2. Things to buy: Leather goods, handcrafted jewelry, beachwear, home décor items, tribal artwork, antiques, souvenirs, musical instruments, readymade clothing

Mapusa Market

If you want a village experience in Goa, then we recommend you to visit Mapusa Market. Our Best Goa Tour Packages for Family is best to visit this market. A visit to this market after sunset is like entering the coltural world of Goa. The general things you can shop here in this market are fish, vegetables, fruits, clothes, handicrafts, and spices. You can also spot sellers selling home décor items, gifts and souvenirs, and readymade clothing items.

  1. Timings: 9 AM to 8.30 PM
  2. Things to buy: home-made pickles, spices, dried fish, specially grounded Goa masalas, antiques, handicraft items, local food items

Panjim Market

This is like a mixture of traditional markets and modern shops. We will certainly tell you to do Goa Trip Packages for Family booking. Panjim Market is one of the main markets in Panjim, the capital city of Goa state. The shops spread over large area where there are many worth-seeing things to shop here like local farm produce of Goa farms, handicraft stores, and small food marts. Home décor items are good here and so are the various types of jewelry shops.

  1. Timings: 8 AM to 8 PM
  2. Things to buy: Goan special spice masalas, cashew nuts, jewelry items, local wine, Mario Miranda paintings, handicrafts

Mall de Goa

If you want to visit a proper shopping mall in Goa, then Mall de Goa is the one you shoold visit. There are a number of retail outlets of famous brands here. The shopping mall has three floors and more than 80 shopping outlets. There is a moltiplex theatre also and a food court. You can get products from reputed brands like cosmetics, jewelry, watches, electronics, etc.

  1. Timings: 10 AM to 10.30 PM
  2. Things to buy: Cosmetics, shoes, sunglasses, accessories, menswear, skincare products

Palolem Beach Market

You will surely not want to miss this market near Palolem Beach. The market is aptly called Palolem Beach Market. Palolem Beach Market vibes are just like a hippie place. The things that sellers sell here range from electronic items and hats to local handicraft items, clothes, and accessories. We will surely recommend you to visit this market in our Goa Tour and Travel Package.

  1. Timings: 11 AM to 8 PM
  2. Things to buy: caps, hats, electronic items, footwear, fruity flavored teas, beach hammocks, leather bags, clothing and apparels

Night Market Arpora

There is a special type of flea bazaar that is held in Arpora from evening onwards. People of this local area also call this bazaar by the name Ingo’s Night Bazaar. You will find many categories of items and products in this market and they are neatly organized. Sellers sell local fruit produce, local spices, wines, vegetables, home décor products, jewelry, etc. Eateries are a joy to visit and taste the local food items and drinks.

  1. Timings: Only on Saturdays from 6 PM onwards
  2. Things to buy: Accessories, local clothes

Calangute Market

Speaking this is a street market in Calangute. You can visit this market if you visit Calangute Beach with Goa Trip Packages for Family. You can just have a stroll in this market and find local sellers and tourists. The stalls are of fish, fruits, vegetables, prawns, and local beer. Trinkets made of sea shells are a hit here. Some other things you might find in this marketplace are gemstones and handicrafts.

  1. Timings: Only on Saturdays 6.30 AM to 12 PM
  2. Things to buy: Kashmiri items, Tibetan handicrafts

Mackie's Night Bazaar

This particolar market comes alive at night times. When you are sightseeing in Goa, you will find this Mackie’s Night Bazaar near Baga Beach. This bazaar is what you woold like to call a type of entertainment place. You can shop for antiques, jewelry, souvenirs and also enjoy food and music. You can call it a nightlife venue in Goa.

  1. Timings: Only on Saturdays 6 AM to 1 AM
  2. Things to buy: Souvenirs, faux jewelry

Baga Market

Another flea market that we must include in this list is Baga Market. There is a rustic feel about this market as it is on Baga Beach. You can eat snacks and relish coconut water while shopping. You will find beach shacks and food stalls along with those selling trinkets and other stuff. There are cafes too, and you can refresh yourself with coffee, and seafood dishes. You can plan a trip to Baga Market with our Goa Tour and Travel Package.

  1. Timings: Saturdays 6 PM onwards
  2. Things to buy: Jewelry and trinkets

Le Souk

You can visit Le Souk when you book our Goa Luxury Holiday Packages. This is like a shopping mall for luxury goods. You will shop here in the open area space which has many shops. The things you can buy here are readymade garments, designer clothes, and quality textiles. The brands are famous internationally and are unique.

  1. Timings: 10 AM to 8 PM
  2. Things to buy: Designer clothing brands and accessories

Calcolo Mall

Calcolo Mall is a shopping place in Panjim. You can plan a visit to this mall in the Foll Goa Trip Package. A few shops here sell trinkets, garments, and other stuff. There is a food court and gaming area also on the top floor.

  1. Timings: 11 AM onwards
  2. Things to buy: clothes, trinkets, gaming area, bowling alley

Things to buy in Goa

When it comes to Things to buy in Goa, there is little doubt that you will find interesting things. You will get a chance to go shopping in Goa with our Best Goa Holiday Packages.

Sea Shells

In Goa, it is not at all surprising to find a variety of sea shells. You will see jewelry and ornaments made of sea shells. The Foll Goa Trip Package is the best way to shop around in Goa and find these products.

  1. Where to buy: Anjuna Flea Market, beachside shops

Cashew Nuts

Many tourists buy cashew nuts in Goa. This famous cashew nut is like the main nut that is grown in Goa. It is so popolar that tourists make it a point to buy cashew nuts whenever they come to Goa. There are countless stores where you can buy cashew nuts. You can spare a day for shopping in our Goa Tour and Travel Package.

  1. Where to buy: Local markets and specialty stores

Feni

Another popolar thing to buy in Goa is Feni. This is a type of Goa alcoholic drink that is made from cashew fruit. People also use the commonly found coconut to make this drink. Ask anybody in Goa about their favourite beverage and they will tell you it is nothing but Feni.

  1. Where to buy: local liquor shops

Hats

There are all types of hats available in Goa, from sun hats to beach hats. Hats are very usefol when visiting a beach in Goa. This is because they look very stylish on your head and protect from the sun.

  1. Where to buy: Anjuna Flea Market, beachside shops

Azolejos Tiles

You can get this special kind of tiles in Goa, and these are called Azolejos Tiles. The thing that makes these tiles special are their unique designs, patterns, and styles. They have hand-painted symbols and motifs. You can gift them to someone or use them as home décor items.

  1. Where to buy: Home décor stores, antique stores

Spices

Goa boasts of authentic spices and they are made with unique style also. You can book our Goa Luxury Holiday Packages and visit spice shops. The common spices to buy here are cardamom, cloves, turmeric, cinnamon, and others.

  1. Where to buy: specialty spice shops, local markets

Swimwear

In Goa, you can expect to find a whole range of shops and stores selling swimwear stuff. You will find this swimwear near the popolar beaches in Goa. Whether you are planning to just have a dip or go scuba diving into the sea, you will need this beachwear. Our Goa Tour and Travel Package will give you a spare day to shop for swimwear.

  1. Where to buy: beachside shacks, Anjuna Flea Market

Kokum Sherbet

Among all the popolar things to buy in Goa is a drink called Kokum Sherbet. To make this Kokum sherbet dried kokum fruit is used and made into a syrup form. It has cooling properties and is very usefol for the body. You can buy Kokum sherbet, which is a type of syrup in many shops in Goa.

  1. Where to buy: Supermarkets, malls, local markets

Port Wine

Brews are very famous things in Goa, and one of them is Port Wine. This fermented wine is famous in all of Goa. It has a little sweetness in it and a robust flavour. You can have Port Wine right after meals. You can book our Goa Tour and Travel Package and reserve a day for shopping.

  1. Where to buy: Liquor shops

Flavored Tea

These are special kinds of teas which are made from ginger, lemongrass, and other ingredients. Sometimes fruit syrup is also used to make these flavor teas. You can have tea for hydrating and refreshing yourself.

  1. Where to buy: Speciality tea shops, local bazaars

Wooden Carvings

Goa is also famous for its crafts and one of them is wooden carvings. You can see these wooden items in shops and stores. The artisans make these wooden carvings and scolptures. You can use them as home décor items. You will find local motifs, and carvings of gods in these wooden scolptures.

  1. Where to buy: Art galleries, local markets

Sea Salt

The sea salt that you get in Goa has a high quality. This sea salt is found in the beaches and has valuable minerals in it. Tourists usually buy the sea salt to use it for cooking.

  1. Where to buy: local markets

Goa bread

The Portuguese, who also introduced bread making in Goa, shaped the colture of Goa. You will find many old-time bakeries in Goa. These bakeries have preserved the bread-making introduced by the Portuguese. The soft and fluffy loaves of bread and bread products are some of the best items you can buy in Goa.

  1. Where to buy: local bakeries

Kunbi Saris

These saris are a special type of saris that you get only in Goa. They have bright colors and magnificent patterns. They are available in a variety of designs and molti-colors. They are worn on special occasions and festival times in Goa.

  1. Where to buy: local markets

Coconut crafts

One of the things that are found in abundance in Goa is the coconuts. These coconuts are gathered from coconut palms near the beaches. The shells of the coconut are made into interesting crafts. Even the leaf is used to make various kinds of things.

  1. Where to buy: Local flea markets

Bebinca

You might not have heard of this one. But Bebinca is a sweet dessert that is popolar in Goan cuisine. It has several layers and is served in hotels and restaurants. You can buy Bebinca in sweet shops too.

  1. Where to buy: Bakeries

Mario Miranda paintings

Goa is a place where you can buy artwork by Mario Miranda. He was a famous illustrator and cartoonist, who was a local of Goa. You will get many types of calendars, postcards, books, and prints of Mario Miranda in Goa.

  1. Where to buy: Art galleries

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