Daman Tour Packages

The most eminent of all sightseeing options are the beaches, which are much loved by tourists. The shopping scenes are also pretty fantastic here with amazing liquor, handcrafted items, and leather products. Colors, excitement, and festivity, spend your next holiday in Daman.

5 Best Tourist Places to Explore with Daman Packages

1. St. Jerome Fort

What’s Special: 17th-century fort

Nearby Attractions: Moti Daman Fort, Bom Jesus Church, Jampore Beach, Nani Daman Fort, Moti Daman Jetty Garden, Dominican Monastery

Timings: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Distance From City: 1.3 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

The beautiful and old St. Jerome Fort is a 17th-century creation and one of the top places selected in Daman packages. With arched gateways and expansive courtyards, this citadel is a standing testimony of Daman’s rich, colonial history.

2. Bom Jesus Church

What’s Special: Religious site

Nearby Attractions: Moti Daman Fort, St. Jerome Fort, Jampore Beach, Nani Daman Fort, Moti Daman Jetty Garden, Dominican Monastery

Timings: 7:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Distance From City: 2.3 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

Located in Modi Daman, the imposing Bom Jesus Church is a beautiful example of colonial influences in the town. It was established in AD 1559 and completed in 1603 AD. The shrine retains a lot of its charm and is one of the most splendid places to visit here. The artistic gateways are the most attractive feature of this holiday spot.

3. Jampore Beach

What’s Special: Serene ambiance

Nearby Attractions: Moti Daman Fort, St. Jerome Fort, Bom Jesus Church, Nani Daman Fort, Moti Daman Jetty Garden, Dominican Monastery

Timings: Throughout the day

Distance From City: 5.7 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

A significant attraction in Daman, this is the perfect place if you’re looking to spend a quiet time in the city. There are trees lined close to the beach and there are also shacks that offer you great food and drinks. Enjoy the beautiful sunset views on this beach and have a fantastic time.

4. Jetty Garden

What’s Special: Garden

Nearby Attractions: Moti Daman Fort, St. Jerome Fort, Bom Jesus Church, Nani Daman Fort, Dominican Monastery

Timings: Throughout the day

Distance From City: 2.7 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi

This is an attractive garden in Daman that is very tastefully designed. It has beautiful fountains, well-laid out gardens, and expansive lawns. It is an exceptional garden with walkways where you will often spot people walking or running.

5. Somnath Mahadev Temple

What’s Special: Religious site

Nearby Attractions: Moti Daman Fort, St. Jerome Fort, Bom Jesus Church, Nani Daman Fort, Moti Daman Jetty Garden, Dominican Monastery

Timings: 6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Distance From City: 3.2 km

Transportation Option: Bus, cab, taxi, jetty

A must-visit attraction on a Daman tour is the Somnath Mahadev Temple. The shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva is in the Dabhel village. It is buzzing with activity during the Gangaji Fair - an annual festival in the temple. The temple Shivling is known to be made in the 19th century.

Best time to visit

Winter (October - February)

These are the best months to visit Daman. After the monsoons, everything is lush, blossoming, and calm. The temperatures go up to 15 degrees Celsius, and the ambiance is pleasant and welcoming. While booking a Daman tour package, choose this time of the year. The clear sky, the beautiful clouds, the calm seas; all of it makes the place perfect and charming. Avoid booking at the last minute to pay exorbitantly.

Summer (March - June)

It’s usually very hot in summers in Daman with temperatures ranging as high as 39 degrees Celsius. Since it is close to the coast, Daman has high humidity during this time. Make sure you have all linens with you at this time and also a bottle to always stay hydrated. The afternoons are particularly stuffy, not making it a great time to visit Daman.

Monsoons (July - September)

The end of June and early July is the time monsoon hits Daman. Heavy rains can be expected in this area because of the coastline here. Make sure you carry your umbrellas and raincoats at all times. The temperature on an average may be in your favor but it gets very tough to go around the city to sightsee. Think twice before booking Daman tourism packages during this time.

How to Reach?

By Air

Located 3 km from the city center, the Daman Airport is mainly a military base. However, you will find some flights plying from Mumbai and Baroda every day. If not Daman, you can fly to Mumbai and then drive to Daman, which is at a distance of about 200 km. The popular airlines like Air Deccan, SpiceJet, Jet Airways all fly to Mumbai from all major cities like Delhi, Bengaluru, and Kolkata. Any Daman itinerary usually has this option of commutation.

By Train

Vapi Railway Station is located near Daman, at about 12 km away. From the bigger stations, Mumbai and Ahmedabad are the closest. Trains from Delhi, Jammu, Hyderabad, Kalka, and Amritsar, among many others come to Mumbai. These are passenger, express, and even express trains.

By Road

If you want to reach Daman, you can take a bus from Daman, which is just 110 km away. Mumbai to Daman buses are also available and the 110 km distance is covered in 3-4 hours. The network of roads is excellent connecting Daman and Diu to other parts of the country.