Things to do in Colombo
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Tours & day trips
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Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Guided Tour
Food, drink & nightlife
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Colombo: Lotus Tower Experience with Lunch or Dinner Buffet
Water activities
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Colombo: Water rafting, Bird Watching, Village & Rainforest
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From Kandy: Ambuluwawa Tower & three Temple Tour by Tuk Tuk
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What to do in Colombo
Popular places to visit
Galle Face Green
After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
You can find out about the history of Colombo with a visit to Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct during your stay in Colombo. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Gangaramaya Temple
Find out about the history of Colombo 02 when you take a trip to Gangaramaya Temple. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.
Colombo City Centre
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Colombo City Centre during your visit to Colombo 02.
Pettah Market
You can do some window-shopping at Pettah Market during your stay in Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Bally's Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Bally's Casino during your visit to Colombo 10? Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
Find out about the history of Colombo 07 when you spend time at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Lanka Hospital
Though Lanka Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Colombo 05 while you are here.
Areas of Colombo
Fort
Fort is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Pettah Market.
Wellawatte
You'll appreciate the beaches during your time in Wellawatte and you might want to plan a stop by Majestic City and Dehiwala Zoological Garden while you're in the area.
Bambalapitiya
If you're spending some time in Bambalapitiya, Bellagio Casino and Majestic City are top sights worth seeing.
Kollupitiya
While visiting Kollupitiya, you might make a stop by sights like High Commission of India and Casino Marina Colombo.
Kompannaweediya
While visiting Kompannaweediya, you might make a stop by sights like Galle Face Beach and Galle Face Green Night Market.
Cinnamon Gardens
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Sri Lanka National Museum or Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre.
