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Modern Colombo City Tour with Local Food Experiences

By Travel sense
Free cancellation available
Price is P 5,223 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Experience the vibrant heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka on this modern city tour combined with unforgettable food adventures. Explore iconic landmarks, bustling streets, and contemporary attractions, then dive into the city’s rich food culture — from authentic street bites to modern Sri Lankan flavors. This tour is perfect for travelers who want to see the best of Colombo and taste its soul in one journey.

Activity location
  • Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
    • 61 Sri Jinaratana Road,
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • WRMR+XF9
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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Colombo city tour
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

For kids totally free
Pickup included

Price details
P 5,222.54 x 1 AdultP 5,222.54

Total
Price is P 5,222.54

What's included, what's not

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    Bottled water
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    All Fees and Taxes
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    Air-conditioned vehicle
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    Guide
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    Lunch

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
The Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka, offers a blend of traditional and modern architecture, showcasing Buddhist, Hindu, and colonial influences. Visitors can expect to see impressive Buddha statues, sacred relics, and colorful murals. The temple's serene atmosphere makes it an ideal spot for reflection, and you may witness religious ceremonies or hear monks chanting. There's also a museum with Buddhist artifacts and items donated by devotees worldwide. Visitors should dress modestly, remove shoes, and respect the temple’s spiritual environment. The temple is located in a bustling area near Viharamahadevi Park, and you can purchase religious souvenirs at the temple shop. A small entrance fee typically applies.
Colombo National Museum
  • 45m
This museum offers a deep dive into Sri Lanka’s history and culture, with impressive collections of art, antiques, and artifacts that date back thousands of years.
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
  • 1h 30m
A beautifully restored colonial-era building, the Old Dutch Hospital is now a vibrant shopping and dining complex. It's located in Colombo’s Fort area and is a lovely place to enjoy a meal or a coffee.
Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil
  • 30m
One of Colombo’s most beautiful Hindu temples, this colorful temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and features intricate carvings and a peaceful atmosphere.
Dutch Fort
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Built by the Portuguese in the 17th century and later expanded by the Dutch, the Dutch Fort in Negombo has now largely been absorbed into the town’s urban fabric, but remnants of the fortifications remain.
Aluthkade Streetfood
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Discover the vibrant flavors of Aluthkade, Colombo’s ultimate street food haven! Indulge in spicy kottu, crispy samosas, mouthwatering hoppers, and refreshing faluda. A paradise for food lovers and a true cultural experience!
Colombo Port City
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket included
Port City Colombo is Sri Lanka’s modern waterfront marvel — a world-class urban development built on reclaimed land beside the Indian Ocean. With sleek architecture, green spaces, luxury shopping, dining, and entertainment hubs, it’s designed to be Colombo’s future financial and lifestyle district. A blend of modern city vibes and coastal beauty, Port City offers visitors a glimpse of Sri Lanka’s upcoming global landmark
Lotus Tower
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Standing at approximately 351.5 meters, Lotus Tower is the tallest self-supported structure in South Asia, ranking as the 11th tallest tower in Asia and the 19th tallest in the world . Its form is inspired by the lotus flower, symbolizing purity, renewal, and Sri Lanka’s cultural heritage. The base reflects the lotus throne, merging tradition with modern architecture .
Casino Marina Colombo
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
Experience the thrill of Colombo’s premier casinos! Foreign visitors can enjoy hassle-free entry with a passport, smart-casual dress, and minimum chip exchange enjoy live entertainment, and soak in Colombo’s vibrant nightlife in style.

Location

Activity location
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    Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple
    • 61 Sri Jinaratana Road,
    • Colombo, Sri Lanka
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    WRMR+XF9
    • Colombo, Western Province, Sri Lanka

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