1. Ingo’s Saturday Night Bazaar
Ingo’s Saturday Night Bazaar at Arpora: Started by Ingo Grill a German National who ignited the concept of Nite Bazaars. Known for its Tibetan, Rajasthani and Kashmiri handicrafts, semi precious stones, paintings, books, clothes, music, funky jewelery, food stalls serving traditional and international stuff.Saturdays spoil for choice. There is Ingos night market at Arpora and Mackeys near Baga. The Ingos market has become so popular over the years that it’s causing serious heartburn to anyone trying to just drive past Arpora on Saturday nights and posing a huge challenge for the local traffic police.
2. Saturday Night Flea Markets
A mini party on its own, the Saturday Night Flea Market on Arpora Hill between Baga and Anjuna is a complete mix of live music, food, bars, jewellery/clothes stalls, restaurant stalls of different cuisines and much more. These night flea markets in Goa let you meet different people from different parts of the world and experience their cultures while you bargain for an old blue antique or enjoy a quiet drink and meal amidst them. A little ahead along the Baga beach, there is a smaller market called Mackie’s Saturday Night Bazaar which has a relatively smaller crowd but equally good food, music and things to shop for.
3. Anujuna Market
Located along the spectacular and picturesque Anujuna Beach, Anujuna Market is a popular shopping spot for both locals and tourists alike. There are countless stalls and beachside vendors selling everything from clothing and jewelry to handicrafts and home wares. On Wednesday there is a special flea market held right on the sandy beachfront with a host of services also available including tattooing, hair cutting and body piecing.Originally started by foreigners who wanted to sell off their second-hand items such as cameras, watches and even clothes, the Anjuna market today has quite a different appearance.Held every Wednesday, near the famous Anjuna beach, it is a major attraction for people from Goa as well as the tourists.
4. Mapusa Market
Mapusa Market in the town of Mapusa, located approximately 10 minutes’ drive from the capital of Panaji, is a lively market that sells everything from local produce to clothing and home wares. The Friday market bazaar runs from 08:00 to dusk and is worth checking out for the vibrant and exciting atmosphere. Mapusa Market is the most authentic Indian marketplace in all of Goa and also offers some of the best bargains.
5. Calangute Market Square
The popular Calangute beach in Goa is lined with innumerable shacks and stalls making it one of the top markets of this shopping paradise. Buy sarongs and trinkets made of sea shells as souvenirs from a perfect beach holiday or treat yourself to fried prawns and beer at one of these stalls. Also, look out for metal, leather and clay items, accessories, textiles and carpets at the Calangute Market Square. While looking for hotels in Goa, you might want to pick one near Calangute so that the market is easily accessible at any time of the day.