Shopping In Goa

Where to Shop in Goa?

Goa for all we know is a beach & nature paradise, but its also known For its shopping list, and you are about to get yourself some exciting deals, if you visit Goa on your holiday or business.

Shopping in Goa offers its tourist a very different experience of shopping. You could so decide to spend time in some expensive boutiques or go to beaches and get your self taste of India, through the various products being sold that come from all corners of the country, .

Shopping in Goa, in particular is famous for Handicraft items including Terracotta, Shell work, carved furniture, crochet and paper Mache works, Ornaments, Goods made up of brass, shells & bamboo.

GO GOA & SHOP TO YOUR DELIGHT.

Casa Goa  - Is a stylish boutique featuring luxuriously comfortable fashion items by celebrated Goan designers Wendell Rodricks, Rajesh Pratap Singh, and Brigitte Singh as well as local artwork, silk drapes, restored furniture, a variety of antiques, and prints of Mario Miranda's cartoons (Cobra Vaddo, Calangute-Baga Road ) Tel. 0832 2281048

Leela Art Palace - Is also located near by Casa Goa. You may tribal art sourced from some of the country's remotest regions.

Subodh Kerkar Art Gallery - Is run by Goa's well-known watercolorist, showcases contemporary Indian art including ceramics, hand-painted chests, and Rajasthani sculptures (Gauro Vaddo ) Tel. 0832 2276017

Sangolda - Located in a 200-year-old Portuguese mansion, Sangolda is the lifestyle boutique venture by Claudia and Hari Ajwani, the dynamic duo behind the beautiful Nilaya Hermitage and Fort Tiracol hotels; here you can shop for unusual home accessories and furniture sourced from all over India -- from Keralan rattan loungers to Rajasthani chests. Attached is a gallery-cum-coffee-shop (E2-6 Chogm Rd., Sangolda ) Tel. 0832 2409310.

Monsoon Heritage - a contemporary studio created by internationally renowned designers Yahel Chirinian and Doris Zacheres (selected as one of the 23 most happening designers in the world by UrbanO magazine), who pair huge discarded tropical trees with mirrors and glass to create exclusive design pieces for the (very) rich and famous. You'll find their showrooms in Paris and Santa Monica, but their main base (and inspiration) is right here (601 Fernand Wado, Porvorim, Bardez ) Tel. 0832 6515298 .

Soto Decor - Another unique duo is Sonja Weder and Thomas Schnider, who use eco-friendly materials as much as possible and create some very striking articles ranging from furniture to lotus-leaf lazy Susans and a whole range of wall objects and gorgeous lamp shades -- all of it available at Soto Décor ( Sotohaus, 1266/f, Anna Vaddo, Candolim ) Tel. 9822983321.

Janota - Is the label for the unconventional footwear of Edward Pinto ( Janota, Adleia Aurino, Povorim ) Tel. 0832 2412129. He and his designer wife, Angela, have a seasonal store called "The Haystack" in Arpora (10am-8pm), while their studio is at Aldeia Aurino ( near Damian de Goa, Porvorim, Bardez ) Tel. 0832 241 2129 ( 9am-7pm). They also have a stall at Ingo's Saturday Nite Bazaar.

JEarthworm - Eco-crusaders should make every effort to visit Earthworm (264/79, First Floor, Green Valley, Alto Porvorim ) Tel.0832 2410871. Conceived by a pair of nature-loving Goan entrepreneurs looking to put the hype around sustainable lifestyles into action. Their green store sells environment-friendly products (read: low impact, organic, recycled) and local crafts, and disseminates ideas on sustainable living and conservation.

Literati - Is the best bookstore in the state, with tons of atmosphere, too. You can sit for hours in the terrific book cafe and read or browse or buy secondhand as well as newly published works, while at the same time enjoying a delicious brownie or a tall glass of chilled kokum (fruit drink). Ask owner Divya Kapur about any upcoming events like poetry or book readings and writing workshops. (E/1-282, Gaura Vaddo, Calangute ) Tel. 0832 2277740

Velha Goa Galleria - For authentic Goan souvenirs, proceed to Velha Goa Galleria in Fountainhas, Panjim, for azulejos, attractive Portuguese-style hand-painted tiles and ceramics. They are happy to pack these delicate items carefully so that they survive the journey home. Tel. 0832 2426628

Wendell Rodricks Design Space - Fashion junkies will love the Wendell Rodricks Design Space. Wendell believes in affordable designer wear, and his store has everything from evening gowns to casual wear. What makes his collection stand out is the emphasis on organic fabrics -- his cottons are naturally dyed, too, using vinegar, onion, turmeric, indigo, and guava leaves, and everything is pre shrunk. (158 Campal, near Luis Gomes Garden; Panjim ) Tel. 0832 2238177

Sosa's - Its a trendy a trendy fashion store stocking couture by Goan designer Savio Jon (who makes relaxed, pretty, summery cotton dresses and very elegant men's shirts as well as other young and rising designers. (E-245 Rua de Ourem, Panjim ) Tel. 0832 2228063

Barefoot -The Home Store stocks some beautiful and very affordable glassware, including some lovely vases in extraordinary shapes; they also carry homeware, handicrafts, and clothing for men and women. (31st January Rd. Panjim ) Tel. 0832 2436815

Fusionacess - You can browse quality home ware, textiles and furniture at Fusionaccess located in a building opposite the Ferry Wharf. There are framed vintage posters and photos, cushion covers, wonderful textiles for curtains, and rather unusual mesh tower and mesh ball candles worth asking about. ( Dias House, 13/32 Rua de Ormuz, Panjim ) Tel. 0832 6650342

Acron Arcade - Has a agood mix of products that include several sections with products like home furnishings, antique furniture, men’s wear, women’s clothing, a shoe shop and leather bag store, jewelry and a fancy coffee garden. The quality of the products here are good and worth the price. Located in Candolim, North Goa

Fab India - A renowned store for its home furnishings like curtains, sheets and also products like lamp shades and a few cotton wear options all very economically priced. Stores located in Panjim ( Campal ) and Candolim, North Goa

The Reading habit - Pleasant place to buy your books, maps, guides etc. Located in Campal.

The Bombay Store - Located in Panjim Near Hotel Fidalgo or Old Passport office. area this exclusive store has pretty home furnishings, scented candles and other handicraft worth a look that make great gifts.

Cottage Industry Exports - For those looking for carpets, wooden carvings and other souvenir’s should certainly look here.

Barson - has 2 stores a men’s section and a general section located in Panjim.

Poshak - is a general clothing store forall. Located in Panjim, Mapusa and Margao.

Bombay Bazaar - sells a good choice of products menswear, ladies garments, children clothing and other accessories. Located in Panjim.