Casa Araujo Alvares — Attraction in Goa

Loutolim is home to a number of impressive Portuguese mansions but just one, Casa Araujo Alvares, opposite Ancestral Goa, is officially open to the public. You can tour the interior of the 250-year-old house on an informative automated half-hour ‘sound-and-light show’ that illuminates rooms and furnishings to accompanying commentary.

This 250 year old mansion belongs to the Alvares family and forms part of the Ancestral Goa tourist complex, set up to recreate Goan village life under Portuguese rule. It was named after owner Eufemiano Araujo Alvares, who was a prominent lawyer during the colonial period.

The mansion has been constructed around an inner courtyard and features a chapel at its center. It’s gracefully furnished with European antiques and old photos. Each room has been preserved as it was centuries ago, including the kitchen filled with traditional implements. The office of Eufemiano Araujo Alvares has an intriguing desk with secret drawers and corners, and a collection of antique smoking pipes. Other unique items are a collection of thousands of Ganesh idols, and a prayer room with hundreds of icons (pictures) of Jesus hanging in it.

The Alvares family has installed an automated “sound and light show” tour of the property (the first of its kind in Goa), which illuminates each room and provides a commentary. It gives visitors an informative insight into life of a Goan-Portuguese family in...

Casa Araujo Alvares is a beautiful old Portuguese-era mansion located in Old Goa. It once belonged to a wealthy Goan lawyer, and the home still reflects the charm and lifestyle of that time. The guided home tour is truly amazing — every corner of the house feels like a step back into history. You can see ancient furniture, antique objects, and original Goan-Portuguese architecture that’s been carefully preserved.

The staff here is very kind and knowledgeable; they explain the stories and traditions connected to each part of the house in detail. Many Indian movies have been shot here because of its royal and authentic look.

A very special highlight is the small but sacred Ganpati Bappa idol, which holds great historical and spiritual importance for the family. Even after centuries, it is worshipped with deep devotion, showing how faith has been preserved through generations.

Overall, Casa Araujo Alvares is a must-visit heritage home for anyone who loves culture, history, and the timeless beauty of...

A Brilliant place to visit. This star attraction is just a stones throw away from Big Foot. Tickets have to be purchaed from Big foot counter. They do not accept card of Paytm, it is only cash. So, please carry cash accordingly. Entry is priced at 100/- per adult and 50/- for child. The ticket price is totally justified as this is a better guided tour as compared to Big Foot.

You get to see the tasteful constuction and collections of the Alvarez family. The antique beds, the old style bathrooms, the ball dance area, the walking sticks and hats stand etc. Everything is a feast to the eye.

The tour will take approx 30-40 minutes. All the things kept are well explained and there were many things which were new for us. It was quite interesting to have a look at...