Goa Benaulim beach is a very quiet beach, situated 41 kms away from Panaji -the state capital of Goa. Goa Benaulim beach, famous in fishing, gets fairly crowded in the evenings and on weekends. Local visitors often frequent this beach they get off their buses about a kilometer away. This beach is a part of the main stretch of southern beaches of Goa. It is less than 2 kms away from Colva beach which is equally famous. It is a fairly quite beach but it gets crowded on weekends, when local visitors pour into the beach. It is well known as the location of the Taj Exotica Goa. Benaulim is the perfect place in Goa to bathe in the sun and laze around .

It is famous for its handicrafts and furniture. The beach issecluded and peaceful. Benaulim is one of the few places where one can glimpse typical Goa handicrafts. The best of the traditional rosewood furniture is made here.