A crowd dancing in a club (representative photo for Hilltop)
Legendary trance venue

Hilltop, Goa

An open-air venue among the palms that has hosted psytrance nights for decades.

Food & drink · Vagator, North Goa

About Hilltop

An open-air venue among the palms that has hosted psytrance nights for decades. Events are seasonal and announced locally, so check what's on before you go.

Good to know

  • Why go: Legendary trance venue.
  • Best time: Event nights, Dec–Mar.
  • Good for: nightlife, live music, late night, party, seasonal.
  • North Goa is the livelier half of the coast: cafés, nightlife, markets and water sports.
  • Tip: Many beach shacks open only from about October to May. Call ahead in the monsoon and expect busy tables at sunset.
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Questions

Hilltop: quick answers.

Where is Hilltop?

Hilltop is in Vagator, North Goa. It is roughly 20 km by road from Panaji.

When is the best time to visit Hilltop?

Event nights, Dec–Mar.

How expensive is Hilltop?

GoaPlace rates it Mid-range (₹₹). Prices change with the season; confirm locally before you go.

How do I get to Hilltop from the airport?

It is about 35 km from Dabolim airport (GOI) and 28 km from Mopa airport (GOX). The nearest big railway stations are Madgaon (≈ 60 km) and Thivim (≈ 20 km). Use the GoaMiles app or a prepaid taxi, or rent a scooter or car.

What is near Hilltop?

Close by: Vagator Beach, W Goa, Bean Me Up, Antares.