Most booked tours and tickets in Colombo
Colombo Tuk Tuk City Tour -Sightseeing Entry Fees & Food Included
4.9866 reviews4h
from €21
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Colombo Tuk Tuk City Tour With Friendly Guide All Inclusive
4.9423 reviews4h
from €17
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Efficient Airport Taxi: Colombo Airport to City Transfer, Safe & Comfortabe Ride
4.9187 reviews45m
from €20
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Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Day Trip From Colombo & Negombo
4.5144 reviews8h
from €77
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Top sights in Colombo
- 1Gangaramaya Temple
- 2Galle Face Green
- 3National Museum
- 4Pettah Market
- 5Viharamahadevi Park
- 6Colombo Fort
- Architectural Time Capsule: Witness Colombo's colonial past through landmarks like the Old Parliament Building, the Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct (now upscale dining), and the grand Cinnamon Gardens mansions, contrasted with modern marvels like the Lotus Tower and Port City Colombo's emerging skyline.
- Unparalleled Street Food Culture: From hoppers (bowl-shaped coconut milk pancakes) with lunu miris sambol for breakfast at a roadside kade to fiery kottu roti chopped on a griddle at night, Colombo's affordable street food offers an authentic taste of Sri Lanka's multicultural culinary heritage.
- Living Religious Harmony: Experience remarkable interfaith coexistence by visiting sacred sites like the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple (with its eclectic museum), the stunningly ornate Old Kathiresan Hindu Kovil, and the Wolvendaal Dutch Reformed Church, all within close proximity.
Tickets and passes in Colombo
8 Days tour in Sri Lanka with privet driver and accommodations
4.9551 reviews192h
from €604
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Wilpattu National Park Jeep Safari from Negombo / Waikkal (All Inclusive)
4.9121 reviews10h
from €138
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Udawalawe Safari DayTrip frm Bentota/Kalutara/Ahungalla/Hikkaduwa
4.984 reviews10h
from €104
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Yala Safari Private Day Trip with Return Transport -All Inclusive
4.781 reviews7h
from €95
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Colombo City Highlights by Tuk Tuk – All-Inclusive Adventure
5.0171 reviews3h
from €30
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Colombo
5 Days Tour in Sri Lanka (Hotels with Breakfast & Luxury Car)
4.9183 reviews120h
from €423
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"THE ORIGINALS" Tuk Tuk Safari Colombo, the first and the best.
4.9170 reviews3h
from €35
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Bentota River Safari By BTM (Mangrove & Wildlife Encounter)
4.9116 reviews2h
from €29
Check availabilityHidden gems in Colombo
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
Seema Malaka (Temple on Beira Lake)
A serene Buddhist temple designed by Geoffrey Bawa, seemingly floating on the waters of Beira Lake, connected by pontoon walkways.
Colombo City Library
A beautiful old colonial-era public library in a grand building near Viharamahadevi Park, with a tranquil reading room.
Wolvendaal Church
One of the oldest Protestant churches still in use in Sri Lanka, built by the Dutch in 1749.
Good Market Colombo
A weekly (Saturday) pop-up market focused on organic produce, ethical crafts, and sustainable living, held at different locations.
Kayman's Gate & the Old Town
A historic gate and the remnants of the original Portuguese fortifications, tucked away in the bustling Pettah district.
Day trips from Colombo
Galle
2 hours by train or car
A beautifully preserved UNESCO-listed Dutch fort city on the southwest coast. Wander the ramparts, explore boutique shops and cafes within the fort's walls, and visit the iconic lighthouse.
Negombo
1 hour by car or bus
A historic fishing town north of Colombo with a strong Catholic heritage and a relaxed beach vibe. Famous for its lagoon, seafood, and the intricate lace-making industry.
Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage
2.5 hours by car
One of the world's largest captive elephant herds, this conservation center allows visitors to observe elephants being bottle-fed and bathing in the Ma Oya river.
Plan your Colombo trip
Things to do in Colombo: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Colombo?+
Top sights include Gangaramaya Temple, Galle Face Green, National Museum and Pettah Market. Away from the crowds, try Seema Malaka (Temple on Beira Lake) and Colombo City Library.
What are the most popular tours in Colombo?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Sri Lanka Personal Tour Driver in private vehicle (5.0 stars, 1,213 reviews); Colombo Tuk Tuk City Tour -Sightseeing Entry Fees & Food Included (4.9 stars, 866 reviews); 8 Days tour in Sri Lanka with privet driver and accommodations (4.9 stars, 551 reviews).
How much do tours in Colombo cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €17 and €604 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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