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Basilica of Bom Jesus
UNESCO-listed 17th-century baroque church holding the relics of St. Francis Xavier.
- Timings
- 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM (Mon–Sat), 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Sun)
- Entry fee
- Free
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Best time
- Morning
About Basilica of Bom Jesus
10 km from Panjim in Old Goa. The mortal remains of St. Francis Xavier are displayed in a silver casket inside — exposed publicly once every ten years (next: 2034). The church's facade is a masterpiece of Portuguese Baroque.
Basilica of Bom Jesus — common questions
What are the Basilica of Bom Jesus timings?
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Basilica of Bom Jesus is open 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM (Mon–Sat), 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM (Sun).
What is the entry fee for Basilica of Bom Jesus?
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Entry: Free.
How much time do you need at Basilica of Bom Jesus?
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Plan for roughly 1 hour.
What is the best time to visit Basilica of Bom Jesus?
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Morning.
How crowded does Basilica of Bom Jesus get?
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High crowd levels overall — go early to avoid the worst of it.
