Shop for Souvenirs in Goa that Aren’t Sea Shells Or Dreamcatchers

It’s that time of the year again where the sun needs some beer to mellow down and the beaches call your name. And so we head out to Goa for a much-needed vacation. All is fun and games till you remember that you need to bring something back as proof of your visit. Yes, you can grab a weekly supply of chorizo from Mapusa Market and call it a day. Of course, there are tons of places selling the same old sea shell mirrors, dreamcatchers, beaded jewellery and more. But if you believe in gifts that will last and serve you well at home, we’ve got you. Here’s a list of stores to hit up for unique souvenirs for loved ones. Or even for yourself!

1. Azulejos De Goa

Established in 1988 in Panjim, Azulejos De Goa Gallery is located in a 250-year-old Indo-Portuguese house. This space specializes in hand-painted tiles using both traditional and modern designs as two distinct techniques. People love the thought and care they put into their products.

Find It Here: 7/2,1st floor, Dayanand Bandodkar Marg, opp. Captain of Ports Jetty, Altinho, Panaji.

Our Picks: Acrylic plates and windows to beautify that one blank wall in the house. Ceramic plates for the friend who loves crockery.

2. Studio Arpora

Pick up some art prints or home linen inspired by Goa at Studio Arpora. Shireen Mody & Saffron Wiehl welcome you to shop for all things cool. Be it napkins, tea towels, or pouches, wrapping papers, and cushion covers, everything is art here.

Find It Here: Shop No. 287/GF-SH3, Tambudki Vaddo, Arpora.

Our Picks: Saffron’s scarves, wrapping papers, and kitchen towels with beautiful motifs. Hand-painted silk scarves are popular.

3. Mario Gallery

This Porvorim gem has it all - books, clothing, crockery, collectibles, and more. And all of it is artistic expression! Mario Miranda is famous for the cartoon of ‘Poder’ the Goan bread wallah, or his everyday life sketches of feasts, chapels, carnivals, neighborhood bars, and the likes.

Find It Here: H.No. 674, Torda, Salvador - do - Mundo, Bardez; various locations

Our Picks: The bag collection has everything from passport covers to sling backpacks. The cool trays from the crockery section have our hearts.

4. Paper Boat Collective

What is the Paper Boat Collective? It’s a curation of exclusive handcrafted products that are organic in nature and have a stylish yet simple presence. This pit stop in Sangolda has a variety of sustainable crafts, accessories, clothes, skincare and ceramics.

Find It Here: 248 Chogm Road, Sangolda.

Our Picks: Their Home section has some cool finds. The website features a limited selection of products. So check out their WhatsApp catalog. 

5. Rangeela Goa

A concept store in the village of Assagao, Rangeela is all about luxury clothing, home decor, gifts, and furniture collections drawing inspiration from a life by the sea. It’s an eclectic mix of stuff, from easy-breezy clothes and striking jewellery to home decor items.

Find It Here: Anjuna Mapusa Rd, near Gunpowder Restaurant, Saunta Vaddo # 13, Asgaon.

Our Picks: Look for rare decor pieces including lamps, rugs and artefacts.

6. Gazi Collection

A shop right near the beach that sells handpainted stainless steel pieces? Sign us up! Step into the Palolem market and you will find Gazi Collection selling at as low as Rs. 500.

Find It Here: Palolem Down St, Palolem, Canacona

Our Picks: Handpainted crockery, glasses, bowls, and cutlery like knives, pet bowls and more.