Colombo City Day Tour

1 Day

Discover the bustling capital city of Sri Lanka in a full-day guided tour that blends history, culture, and modern lifestyle. Colombo offers a fascinating mix of colonial landmarks, sacred temples, modern architecture, lively markets, and beautiful seaside promenades. This day tour is perfect for travelers who want to experience the city’s highlights in one go.

Tour Highlights

  • Panoramic views from Nelum Kuluna (Lotus Tower)
  • Visit the colonial-era Independence Memorial Hall
  • Explore the sacred Gangaramaya Temple & Seema Malakaya
  • Stroll through Galle Face Green promenade
  • Discover Pettah Market for local shopping
  • Walk through the historic Old Dutch Hospital & Colombo Fort area
  • Visit the modern Colombo National Museum
  • Relax at Beira Lake and its surrounding attractions
  • Explore Arcade Independence Square & modern shopping malls

Itinerary – Day by Day (Colombo Day Tour)

Morning

  • Nelum Kuluna (Lotus Tower): Start your tour at South Asia’s tallest tower for breathtaking panoramic city views.
  • Independence Memorial Hall: Visit this national landmark surrounded by colonial-style architecture and lush gardens.
  • Colombo National Museum: Discover Sri Lanka’s rich history, artifacts, and cultural heritage.

Midday

  • Gangaramaya Temple & Seema Malakaya: Explore one of the most important Buddhist temples, featuring statues, relics, and a floating temple on Beira Lake.
  • Beira Lake Walk: Enjoy a peaceful stroll around the lake, a green oasis in the middle of the city.

Afternoon

  • Pettah Market: Wander through Colombo’s busiest bazaar filled with spices, textiles, and street food.
  • Old Dutch Hospital & Colombo Fort: Step into one of the oldest colonial buildings, now a shopping and dining precinct.

Evening

  • Galle Face Green: End your tour with a sunset walk along the seaside promenade, enjoying local street snacks and the vibrant atmosphere.

Includes/Excludes

Tour Includes

  • Accommodation in selected 3★ / 4★ / 5★ hotels (as per package)
  • Daily breakfast & dinner at the hotels
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur/guide
  • Entrance fees to all mentioned sites & attractions in the itinerary
  • Government taxes & service charges

Tour Excludes

  • International air tickets
  • Sri Lanka visa fees
  • Early check-in or late check-out at hotels
  • beverages (unless specified)
  • Optional tours or activities not mentioned in the itinerary

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Colombo City Day Tour

Trip Info

  • English
  • Guided
  • 3-5 Accommodation
  • Private Vehicle
  • Yes
  • Colombo