Shelves in a cosy bookshop (representative photo for Literati Bookshop & Café)
Books in a Goan home

Literati Bookshop & Café, Goa

An independent bookshop in an old Goan house, strong on Goa, travel and Indian writing, with a garden café.

Shopping · Calangute, North Goa

About Literati Bookshop & Café

An independent bookshop in an old Goan house, strong on Goa, travel and Indian writing, with a garden café. A calm escape from the beach road.

Good to know

  • Why go: Books in a Goan home.
  • Best time: Afternoons.
  • Good for: books, cafe, rainy day, quiet.
  • North Goa is the livelier half of the coast: cafés, nightlife, markets and water sports.
  • Tip: Bargain politely at markets — start at around a third to half of the first price — and keep small notes handy.
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Questions

Literati Bookshop & Café: quick answers.

Where is Literati Bookshop & Café?

Literati Bookshop & Café is in Calangute, North Goa. It is roughly 13 km by road from Panaji.

When is the best time to visit Literati Bookshop & Café?

Afternoons.

How expensive is Literati Bookshop & Café?

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

How do I get to Literati Bookshop & Café from the airport?

It is about 27 km from Dabolim airport (GOI) and 34 km from Mopa airport (GOX). The nearest big railway stations are Madgaon (≈ 52 km) and Thivim (≈ 21 km). Use the GoaMiles app or a prepaid taxi, or rent a scooter or car.

What is near Literati Bookshop & Café?

Close by: Calangute Beach, Souza Lobo, Infantaria, Parasailing.