Mumbai to Goa - Online Bus Ticket Booking

If you are planning for a holiday trip on a week end from Mumbai, then Goa would be the
ultimate destination. To have a wonderful experience and to get rid of the work stress,
Goa beaches are relaxing places, where you can hangout with your family and friends. In
this article, i have tried to share some useful information for planning your holiday trip in
the weekend from Mumbai to Goa. The distance between Mumbai and Goa is 580 km.
Best available to option to travel from Mumbai to Goa is by Bus. Buses from Mumbai to
Goa are operated 24X7. You can avail the bus tickets from Mumbai to Goa is available
online which you can book in your leisure hour. In this article will give the over view of
both cities, places to visit and tips on planning a holiday to Goa from Mumbai.
About Mumbai:
Mumbai is a cosmopolitan city which was earlier known as Bombay, is one of the largest
city in India and is the capital city of the state Maharashtra. Mumbai is a conglomeration
of seven islands which is on the Konkan coastline which during times joined to form the
island city of Bombay. The island, joined with the neighboring island, Salsette to form
Greater Bombay. The Population of the city is estimated to be around 21 million (as of
2005), making it one of the largest city (ranked by population)in the world.
Places to Visit: Mumbai is a young city and much of the land which has been comprising
the city wasnt existing until it was claimed from the sea over three centuries ago. It is a
pleasant surprise to find many rock cut caves such as Elephanta, kanheri and Mahakali
which are within the city limits.
Museums and Galleries: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (Prince of
Wales Museum), and the National Gallery of Modern Art. You can also plan to visit
Jehangir Art Gallery, also at Kala Ghoda, displays changing exhibits by notable artists
which is worth a visit.
Beaches: Girgaon Chowpaty in South Mumbai, Juhu beach in the western suburbs and
Aksa Beach in Malad.
Zoos, parks and Gardens: Veermata Jijabai Udyan city zoo which is Byculla is colonial
relic which is well-preserved. Hanging Gardens which is on Malabar Hill offers
beautiful view of the marine drive, Mumbai port trust garden which is another hidden
gem in South Mumbai.
About Goa:
Goa, is the smallest state by area in India and fourth smallest by population. Located in
South west region Konkan of India. It is bounded by Maharashtra to the north and
Karnataka to the east and south, Arabian sea forms its western coast. Goa is the richest
state of India with a GDP of two and a half times of the country. It is recognized as the

best place by the Eleventh Finance Commission for its infrastructure. It is also ranked top
for the quality of life in India by the National commission on Population based on the 12
Indicators.
Places to Visit: Tourism is the main source of income for GOA, with the decrease of
tourist activities. In 2010, it was reported as two million tourists visited Goa and 1.2
million among the tourist where foreigners.
Goa is famous and well known for its beaches, ancient temples, churches and Goan
carnival. The famous beaches in Goa are,
Anjuna Beach
Arambol Beach
Mandrem Beach
Candolim and Sinquerim
Colva Beach
Calangute Beach
Baga Beach
Historic sites and neighborhoods: Goa is having two world heritage sites: the Bom Jesus
,Basilica and few designated convents. The Basilica holds the mortal remains of St.
Francis Xavier. Once every twelve years, the body is taken down for veneration and for
public viewing. The Velhas Conquistas is known for its Goa-Portuguese style
architecture. Goa is filled with forts and few of them are Tiracol, Chapora, Corjuem,
Aguada, Gaspar Dias and Cabo de Rama.
Museums and science center: Goa has few museums and the important ones are Goa
State Museum and the Naval Aviation Museum. Aviation museum is one of its kind in
whole India. he National Institute of Oceanography which is located in Goa at Dona
Paula.
Travel by Bus from Mumbai to Goa:
Most of the tourists travel to and fro ,Goa by Bus. Booking the bus from Mumbai to Goa
in advance during the holiday seasons particularly during the time of Christmas-New
Year rush, for Carnival and at the time of the school holidays. As the era of the internet is
increasing very massively, you can book your bus tickets from Mumbai to Goa. There are
several OTAs in India which provide cheap bus tickets online. Book your bus tickets in
advance to avoid rush and panic during the last minute booking. You can search for the
best bus services and book your bus ticket booking from Mumbai to Goa online.

Naresh Raju, the author is well versed with the travel industry. In this article the author
discusses about booking your bus tickets from Mumbai to Goa online. You can avail bus
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