Colombo City Tour- Explore Hidden Gems & Iconic Landmarks

Best Places to Visit in Colombo

Private Half-Day Excursion

$ 30 per person | Min 02 persons

Kids between 03-12 years :  $07
*Minimum 24-hr prior reservation required!

The Excursion :

Explore Colombo  the vibrant commercial capital of Sri Lanka  on a curated Colombo city tour that blends iconic landmarks with a few lesser-known local gems. Fun fact: the official administrative capital of the country is Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, which sits right next to Colombo. This enriching city exploration typically takes about 4–6 hours and offers a relaxed yet insightful introduction to urban Sri Lankan life 

Start & End Locations :

Hotel in Colombo or Colombo Harbor

Starting Time :

Any convenient time between 07:00 am to 03:00 pm.

Wheelchair Accessibility :

Accessible for the major part, except for the upper floor at the Colombo Museum.

Remarks :

A surcharge will apply for solo traveler or for picking up and dropping off outside the mentioned locations.

Highlights:

  • Colombo National Museum
  • National Museum of Natural History
  • Gangarama Buddhist Temple
  • Hindu shrine in Slave Island
  • Multitude of drive-by sites

Includes:

  • Private transport
  • English-speaking chauffeur-guide
  • Entrance tickets to mentioned sites

Itinerary

Sights : Colombo City Tour - National Museum & National Museum of Natural History

  • Begin your Colombo city tour with a visit to the National Museum, the largest and most prominent museum in Sri Lanka. 
  • Discover rare artefacts including the throne and crown of the island’s last monarch, along with historically significant items such as the bloodstained blouse worn by one of the queens at the time of the royal family’s capture by the British. 
  • Continue to the National Museum of Natural History, home to an impressive collection showcasing Sri Lanka’s diverse wildlife and geological heritage. 
  • Explore highlighted exhibits at the museum, including a recognised specimen originating from Punani 

Sights : Drive-by

  • Continue your Colombo city tour by weaving through the vibrant Pettah Market, one of the city’s busiest and most colorful districts. 
  • Admire the striking Colombo Municipal Council building, influenced by the design of Washington D.C.’s Capitol Building. 
  • Enjoy scenic views of Viharamaha Devi Park and the historic old Parliament Building, now home to the Presidential Secretariat. 
  • Take in the sweeping oceanfront vistas along Galle Face Green, the largest open public space in Colombo. 
  • Observe the prison cell where the last monarch of Sri Lanka was held before his exile, a remarkable glimpse into the island’s history. 
  • Continue past Independence Square, a well-preserved landmark symbolizing Sri Lanka’s freedom. 
  • Drive by Borella Cemetery, final resting place of notable dignitaries, including the British-born sci-fi author Sir Arthur C. Clarke. 
Sights : Gangarama Buddhist Temple & Slave Island Hindu Shrine
  • Visit the vividly colorful Gangarama Temple, adorned with intricate artifacts and sacred statues, a highlight of your Colombo city tour. 
  • Explore the serene Seema Malaka shrine, beautifully perched on the waters of Beira Lake. 
  • Continue to the Slave Island Hindu Kovil, featuring a traditional gateway tower, or ‘gopuram’, showcasing vibrant carvings and colors. 

Sights : Souvenir shopping

Wind up the city tour with some souvenir shopping at the famous handicraft store ‘Laksala’ or browse for trendy clothes at ‘ODEL’ or ‘Cotton Collection’. Or simply opt to be dropped off at the hotel.
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Hand drawn sambar deer

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