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Colombo Tuk Tuk City Tour

By Private Tuk Tuk Tour – Discover Colombo Like a Local
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 1,481 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travelers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover Colombo’s vibrant culture, iconic landmarks, and hidden streets on a comfortable private tuk-tuk tour, guided by a friendly local driver with insider knowledge.

Activity location

  • Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
    • Second Cross Street
    • 01100, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
    • Second Cross Street
    • 01100, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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Colombo Tuk Tuk City Tour

  • Activity duration is 4 hours4h
    4h
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
P 1,481.33 x 1 AdultP 1,481.33
Total
Price is P 1,481.33

What's included, what's not

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    Hotel pick-up & drop-off (Colombo city area)
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    Clock tower
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    Traditional gem & jewelry shop
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    Lackarced souvenir
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    Galleface park
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    Jami ul al far muslim mosque
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    Fuel surcharge
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    Old light house
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    Bottled water during the tour
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    Ceylon tea and spices shop
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    Victoria park
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    Independence memorial hall
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    Sri kailawasanathar devasthanam
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    Maritime museum
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    Pettah market
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    Cargills building
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    Parking fees
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    Gangaramaya Buddhist temple entrance fee $2 per adult
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    Lotus Tower entrance fee $20 per adult

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Colombo Red Mosque, also known as Jami Ul-Alfar Masjid, is an architectural wonder that will stun you with its unusual color patterns and unique design. Located in Pettah, it was built in 1908 by the Indian Muslim community to serve as a place for daily prayers. Designed by Habibu Labbe Saibu Labbe in Indo-Saracenic and Neo-classical styles, it was completed in just one year. In 1975, the mosque’s capacity was expanded to accommodate up to 10,000 worshippers.

Lotus Tower

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
The Colombo Lotus Tower is South Asia’s tallest self-supported structure and Sri Lanka’s tallest skyscraper. Construction began in 2012, and it was officially opened to the public on 15th September 2022. This iconic landmark symbolizes Colombo’s rapid growth in technology and tourism.

Ceylon Tea Supermarket

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
A popular store offering a wide range of authentic Sri Lankan teas, perfect for travelers who want to take home a taste of Ceylon.

Galle Face Green

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
A 5-hectare ocean-side urban park stretching 500 meters along the coast. Originally laid out in 1859 for horse racing, it later became a space for sports like golf, cricket, polo, and rugby. Today, it’s a beloved public promenade.

Viharamahadevi Park

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
The oldest and largest park in Colombo, located next to the National Museum. Named after Queen Viharamahadevi, it was formerly known as Victoria Park. The site was once occupied by the British Army during WWII and reopened to the public in 1951.

Old Parliament Building

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
A colonial-era Neo-Baroque building that served as Sri Lanka’s Parliament until 1983. It now houses the Presidential Secretariat.

Pettah Floating Market

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
A series of pavilions on Beira Lake featuring around 90 stalls selling fruits, vegetables, flowers, and handicrafts. Restaurants and cafes along the walkways create a relaxing atmosphere.

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket included
A major Buddhist temple known for its eclectic architecture and large collection of religious artifacts.

Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil

  • 25m
  • Admission ticket included
One of the oldest Hindu temples in Colombo, dedicated to Shiva and Ganesh, with colorful Dravidian-style carvings.

The Lighthouse

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
A functioning lighthouse from 1952, symbolizing Colombo’s maritime heritage. Public access is limited.

Seema Malakaya Temple

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
A serene Buddhist temple on Beira Lake, primarily used for meditation. Part of the Gangaramaya Temple complex, it was originally built in the late 19th century.

Pettah

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Bustling market streets filled with vendors selling goods of all types at varying prices. The lively, crowded atmosphere is a true local experience.

Independence Memorial Hall

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Built to commemorate Sri Lanka’s independence from Britain, modeled after the Magul Maduwa (Royal Audience Hall) in Kandy. The location marks where the first Parliament was opened in 1948.

Wolvendaal Church

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
A Dutch colonial-era Protestant church, one of the oldest still in use in Sri Lanka.

Laksala

  • 10m
  • Admission ticket included
Sri Lanka’s only state-owned gift and souvenir store, offering a wide range of crafts, batiks, teas, spices, gems, and jewelry.

Salie's Fine Jewelry & Gem Stones

  • 15m
  • Admission ticket included
A reputed jewelry manufacturer specializing in platinum, gold, and silver pieces set with Sri Lankan gemstones. Over three decades of expertise in gemstone cutting and fine jewelry craftsmanship.

Location

Activity location

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    Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
    • Second Cross Street
    • 01100, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
    • Second Cross Street
    • 01100, Colombo, Sri Lanka

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