Fontainhas Tour: Explore Goa's Colorful Heritage

Embark on a captivating journey through the historical lanes of Panjim’s Latin Quarter, Fontainhas. Discover the rich heritage and fascinating stories of this Portuguese-influenced neighborhood.

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…
What's Included
  • Guided Tour
  • Snacks
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Soul Travelling Goodies
What's Not Included
  • Any meals/services not mentioned in the inclusions
  • Personal expenses like tips, telephone calls, laundry, etc.
  • Bottled water
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 monuments. Additionally, enjoy a visit to a local home and one of the city’s oldest bakeries to sample…

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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Safari04001348531
Mar 22, 2026
Tour of Fountainas - Absolutely fantastic tour. Very knowledgeable guide. Lots of interesting history and anecdotes about local culture, food and drinks. Highly recommended for all tourists to Goa.
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634tenziny
Mar 20, 2026
Thanks Soul travelling - Great time with Soul travelling team. Karan was a great guide , very friendly and super fun . He knows a lot about the history of Goa. We also got a little bag and a post card Thank you!
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120shi
Mar 14, 2026
Just love this experience - "An absolute masterclass in Goan history! Our storyteller vani ji didn't just give us facts; they brought the 18th-century lanes of Fontainhas to life with incredible anecdotes." "Forget a standard walking tour—this was a narrative journey. The storyteller’s deep connection to the Indo-Portuguese heritage made every colorful house feel like a character in a book." "Highly recommend this experience! The storyteller has a gift for weaving historical facts with local legends that you won't find in any guidebook."
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Bhoomir2026
Mar 13, 2026
The informative heritage walk in fontainhas - The tour was absolutely amazing!! , our guide was very kind and knowledgeable about the place and the overall experience was beautiful and great, would recommend 100%!!!
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Shreed674
Mar 13, 2026
Exploring Fountainhas - The tour was well-conducted by a tour guide with good local knowledge.
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Sarahcw4133nc
Mar 12, 2026
10/10 recommend for tourists and even Goans! - Roy was an amazing tour guide! We had such a varied tour from outdoor heritage site seeing to trying local foods and seeing local houses. He was incredible knowledge and taught us things we never knew about Goa but also India.
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M8475yatimn
Mar 12, 2026
Goa in the shade - I’ve been coming to Goa for 30 years and I wish I’d don’t this tour decades ago. Thank you Royston!
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Karency3027hm
Mar 12, 2026
Wonderful tour in the Goan Latin Quarter - Wonderful trip. Beautiful place and bob was so informative and interesting. Visited a lovely bakery and sampled some Goan delights. The house you view at the end is the icing on the case.
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25krithikag
Mar 11, 2026
Sociologist - I also did the Latin Quarter Walk trail! So enriching!! I love all things history. Bob took me through every aspect of the culture that was influenced by Spanisha and Portuguese. I had the space to discuss more about religious influece, because I was alone. It was an open minded conversation, like any tour guide is supposed to be. Loved it! Loved my time. We wrapped it up with breakfast at a bakery est. in 1930. Definitely recommend him. Do ask for him!
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Nkanjali268
Mar 10, 2026
Latin Square walk - It was an amazing experience yet again with soul Traveling. This was my second time with them and Vanni was excellent with her work. Looking forward for more.
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From $11
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).