Baga's attraction is in it's world famous beach. Interesting sights to visit close by include Portuguese forts at Aguada and Chapora. The world famous Anjuna beach flea market is great for a spot of haggling.

For international travellers Goa's airport is siuated to the south, at Vasco, approximately one hour's drive away by taxi. The closest railway station is at Margao.

Getting around Baga is very easy on foot but be careful of the chaotic traffic and wandering cows though. There is a wide range of taxis and rickshaws easily available. Buses to/from Calungute are Rs. 5.

As well as the usual range of tourist souvenirs, there are many shops selling made to measure suits and clothing at a fraction of western prices. Many leatherware shops offering made to measure jackets and luggage also available. Glasses also very cheap at the opticians in the centre of the adjoing town of Calangute. Mackies Saturday Night Bazaar is a great place for bargain hunting and music, whilst nearby Anjuna's world famous flea market is ceratinly worth a visit.

Rama's Bookshop at the Calangute junction on the road leading off to Baga offers second-hand books in a dozen European languages. You even get fifty percent back on returning the read book.

A wide range from budget options to a full multi-course feast. Many interesting and cheap places along the Baga Road leading to Calangute, together with some better quality establishments. Many shacks situated on the beach offering a good choice of reasonably priced food all day from breakfast to evening meals. Some also offer occaisonal barbeque nights with freshly caught seafood.

• The Cavala Seaside Resort, Baga Road hosts a superb barbeque night with entertainment which is always popular.
• J & A's Little Italy, across the Baga River along Baga Creek Road. Serving superb Italian food in a relaxing atmosphere.
• Lario's Beach Shack, situated at the top end of the beach.
• Fiesta is a classy, expensive Italian restaurant that is well worth a splurge. Good food, good ambience and attentive service make it a good bet for a special occasion. Shame the cocktails are so small though!
• Brito's - Known for its mix meat platter, this place serves Continental cuisine. The desserts offered are quite good.
• Casa Portuguese
• La Resturaunt, Baga Road - French cuisine at its best.
• Mooncrest - on the road to the beach.

All the restaurants and beach shacks above offer a range of locally produced spirits and beers at reasonable cost. Popular local brands include Kings and Kingfisher lager.

• Tito's Nightclub situated adajacent to the beach is an infamous nightspot.
• Club Cabana - "the nightclub in the sky" - is located inland from Baga beach and is nestled in the Arpora Hills about 15 minute taxi ride from Baga. Swimming pools and dance music in to the small hours! Shut during the rainy season.