Basilica of Bom Jesus, Goa Velha
Basilica of Bom Jesus
Basilica of Bom Jesus
4.5
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
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Anand1351
Singapore, Singapore2,537 contributions
Nov 2021 • Couples
Our driver told us that this is most important church of Goa from religious point of view.
A huge campus and heavy police presence tells you it’s importance. Inside is positive vibes and recommend to sit for sometime in the church. They have small museum or display kind of thing for a small amount of 20 rupee per head. Well organised.
A huge campus and heavy police presence tells you it’s importance. Inside is positive vibes and recommend to sit for sometime in the church. They have small museum or display kind of thing for a small amount of 20 rupee per head. Well organised.
Written 28 November 2021
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wandermay08
World41 contributions
Dec 2020
There was a huge crowd due to some auspicious day. We were not allowed entry even into the premise due to Covid.
Written 19 August 2021
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Lalit Solanki
Dona Paula, India1 contribution
Jul 2021 • Couples
Awesome place we like very mach and one best place in goa to visit in goa. Biggest and old church in goa with beautiful look and awesome gurden
Written 18 August 2021
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lotusdiamond
Chandigarh, India1,231 contributions
Dec 2020
Pl check dress code before going to this Church. Skirts , shorts, sleeveless, short dress etc not allowed. Even kids are not allowed in case not dressed as per dress code. You may have to wait in queue for sometime in bright sun for entering this place. though the place is very famous among locals and tourists. Cab is not allowed till this place, you have to get down nearby. Body of St Francis Xavier is kept inside the church. Photography is permitted. Few shops of snacks, souvenirs and selling artificial jewellery are available nearby. Good place for photography lovers .
Written 26 April 2021
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Nazneen R
Bangalore, India17 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
There is extremely strict dress code for people which was neither told by the hotel staff nor taxi driver..A tourist would not know of it.At the gates 4-5 people are there to check dress code.Women and children are not allowed to wear sleeveless clothes nor short dresses.Clothes should not display hips, shoulders,waist and so on.One need to be fully clothed.Men are allowed to wear shorts.Even kids are not spared.So please be careful and dress accordingly..A place of worship where because of dressing one could not visit🙏May the almighty bless all
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Written 30 January 2021
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JE Dolphy
Chennai District, India26 contributions
Jan 2021
Body of St Francis Xavier is kept in this church, so you can get a glimpse of is face.There's dress code and timings upto 4 pm only with a break in between for lunch. Also there is a museum in the opposite side of the road .A must visit place.
Written 6 January 2021
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MPAINTAL
Panjim, India125 contributions
Nov 2020 • Family
The reverence and low murmur of tourist in the church just spoke volumes. St Francis xavier basilica in old Goa, is part of the Churches and convents of Goa UNESCO World Heritage Site. A must visit when you come to Goa. It is a refreshing change to all else around.
Written 11 December 2020
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Sabitra
Mumbai, India95 contributions
Nov 2020
Good to see the place open even during the pandemic and maintaining all safety protocols. A world heritage site which one should obviously visit when in Goa
Written 23 November 2020
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HarryHSR
New Delhi, India1,197 contributions
Jan 2020
Located in Old goa, we reached here from Candolim by local bus (through Panjim) which was quite an experience, this Basilica has an amazing architecture and is spread on a large complex, also housing a museum. One of the most popular places to visit in Goa ... The architecture resembles to the Portuguese churches
Photography is not permitted inside the Basilica, it was a unique experience to visit this place after ages ... had visited with my parents many many years ago. This was the first Church we visited in Old Goa and I was really impressed by the unique and massive architecture of this Cathedral ...
Photography is not permitted inside the Basilica, it was a unique experience to visit this place after ages ... had visited with my parents many many years ago. This was the first Church we visited in Old Goa and I was really impressed by the unique and massive architecture of this Cathedral ...
Written 30 June 2020
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Sandy_JSR
Jamshedpur, India1,091 contributions
Feb 2020
The Basilica of Bom Jesus is a Roman Catholic church located in old Goa and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The church holds the mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier. This is one of the oldest churches in Goa and major attraction for the tourists. An attractive architecture with simple interior, main altar holds a large statue of St. Ignatius of Loyola. Taking picture is not allowed inside the church. A peaceful place to witness rich history.
Written 23 June 2020
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pradeepgarg11
Pune, India2 contributions
Hi Friends, What is the timing of church for visitors.
rawalanand
57 contributions
mon to sat 9 am to 6.30 pm
on Sunday 10.30am t0 6.30 pm
Arnobghosh
Southampton, UK32 contributions
Hello,
Planning to visit Goa during the Easter weekend. Can someone confirm if Basilica of Bom Jesus stays closed for tourists on Easter Sunday?
Joeswamy
Chennai231 contributions
The Basilica is open on all days, Sunday and Festival days ...If mass is being celebrated I understand they ask you to wait till it is over ..
I reached the Basilica just after mass ... The main pews (Seating arrangement area ) is cordoned off and and tourists are allowed to move on the side to view St.Francis Xavier's Casket....
If you are a Roman catholic and are carrying a Rosary show it to them and tell them you would like to pray in front of the Alter with the number of your family members...
They allow you to go up to the Alter ...
Tourists on Sundays and Holidays are plenty and of various religious beliefs and the Authorities would like to maintain reverence when you are near the Alter.
Have a nice visit and pray peacefully..
Nikhil W
22 contributions
What is there to buy in Panjim?
Joeswamy
Chennai231 contributions
Plain roasted cashew nuts with the outer skin is a specialty of Goa... spices are also good but you must find the right shop after inquiring.
Alcoholic drinks and feni are very cheap but if you want to take outside Goa a permit is issued for 2 bottles... But the permit is not recognized if you are travelling by bus...They fleece you in the name of penalty if you are caught outside the border.
Dev
Bengaluru, India1 contribution
I will be visiting Goa on 29sep till 2 Oct 2017....is it good time to visit or will it be raining too much...Please answer asap
infreshair
Kolkata (Calcutta), India22 contributions
You might get occasional rain. Best time in Goa is in December.
Tam R
New York City, NY
Hello ! Travelling to Goa in October..please share the weather and the pilgrimage to Saint Xavier
1. Tips on daily Masses and TYPICAL feasts on the 3rd week of October, entrance costs, what to see
2.Need **Guesthouses and BED AND BREAKFAST, walking to Church
3. Tips on PUBLIC transportation, for independent tours
4. Recommendation for Goa City Tours, must -see
Thank you
NiTra1520
Pune, India82 contributions
Hi, there's no entrance charge for the church but mind the dress code - no shorts and sleeveless clothes for the guys or girls.
The main Feast happens on 3 Dec every year with a 10 novena preceding it but nothing I'm aware of during the time you're going.
Regarding places to stay, I wouldn't recommend staying in Old Goa since its far from most things. Most people prefer the beach or near the beach (if you're the type who likes places not overrun by tourists)
Transportation by bus is mostly private. I'd recommend a private taxi.
Hope this helps! Have a wonderful trip!
GauravKGoyal
Gurugram (Gurgaon), India300 contributions
What is good time to visit the church on Sunday so that it is not overcrowded? Is 10 AM on Sunday a good time?
chow69
Bhopal, India2,068 contributions
Avoid that time
Is it open on Friday's as well? Listing says it is but I checked Park Hyatt website - where it says it is closed on Friday. Not sure which one is correct. Can anyone confirm? Planning to visit on Dec'4th
mackiandrade
London, UK818 contributions
It's open on all days
samir86
42 contributions
How can i reach basilica of bom jesus from colva area? Good transportation option? And any food or shopping option around there?
Punyatma
Bhiwandi, India52 contributions
Transport: You need to hire a taxi or two wheeler for BoBJ from Colva. Public transport is not so good. If you are coming from Colva to BoBJ, you can ask the taxi or auto driver to take you via Ponda so that you can also visit the famous Shantadurga & Mangeshi Temple.
Food: Not much option nearby. There is only one Ratna Sagar Restaurant which caters both Veg & Non Veg Food. A Monginis store is nearby for cakes & pastries.
Shopping: You can find small vendors selling tiaras and goan mementos nearby. Just adjacent to Ratna Sagar there is a good shopping arcade for buying handicrafts, mementos and other Goa visit memories etc. etc.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basilica of Bom Jesus
- Basilica of Bom Jesus is open:
- Sun - Sun 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
- Mon - Sat 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM
- We recommend booking Basilica of Bom Jesus tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 59 Basilica of Bom Jesus tours on Tripadvisor
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- Hotels near Basilica of Bom Jesus:
- (0.33 km) Old Goa Residency
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- (3.04 km) DoubleTree by Hilton Goa - Panaji
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- Restaurants near Basilica of Bom Jesus:
- (0.03 km) Goa
- (0.25 km) Garrafo Bar
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- (0.19 km) White Pepper Multicusine Restaurant & Bar
- Attractions near Basilica of Bom Jesus:
- (0.11 km) Old Goa
- (0.11 km) Church of St. Francis of Assissi
- (0.33 km) Se Cathedral
- (0.24 km) The Archaeological Museum, Old Goa
- (0.64 km) St. Cajetan's Church