Colombo Attractions
Discover the best places to visit in Colombo — from historic temples and colonial architecture to vibrant markets and modern landmarks.
Pettah Market
Colombo's Vibrant Bazaar — Where Every Street Has a Story
Explore the colourful chaos of Pettah Market, Colombo's sprawling bazaar where merchants have traded spices, textiles, a
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque)
Red-and-white architecture in a working place of worship
See Colombo's Red Mosque on Second Cross Street in Pettah. Plan respectful photography, check visitor access and leave r
Gangaramaya Temple
Colombo's Most Treasured Buddhist Sanctuary on Beira Lake
Discover the Gangaramaya Temple, one of Colombo's most important Buddhist temples, a fascinating treasure trove of art a
Colombo Lotus Tower
South Asia's Tallest Tower — A Modern Icon of Sri Lanka
Rising 356 metres above Colombo, the Lotus Tower is the tallest structure in South Asia and an unmistakable symbol of mo
Galle Face Green
Colombo's Beloved Oceanfront Promenade
Feel the ocean breeze at Galle Face Green, Colombo's cherished seaside promenade where locals and visitors gather to wat
Independence Memorial Hall
Monument to Freedom — Where Sri Lanka's Story of Independence Began
Stand before the magnificent Independence Memorial Hall, built to celebrate Sri Lanka's freedom from colonial rule, set
Viharamahadevi Park
Colombo's Largest and Most Beautiful Public Park
Relax in Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo's green heart — a lush oasis of tropical trees, flower gardens, and fountains in t
Old Parliament Building
Colonial Grandeur on the Colombo Waterfront
Admire the grandeur of the Old Parliament Building, a neo-Baroque masterpiece that served as the seat of Sri Lanka's gov
Seema Malaka Temple
A Floating Meditation Temple Designed by Geoffrey Bawa
Visit the serene Seema Malaka Temple, a stunning meditation centre designed by architect Geoffrey Bawa that appears to f
Colombo Lighthouse
A Working Lighthouse in the Heart of the City
See the Colombo Lighthouse, one of the few working city-centre lighthouses in the world, standing tall in the historic F
Wolvendaal Church
Reformed church heritage and a respectful Colombo visit
Explore Wolvendaal Church's Reformed heritage in Colombo. Check current access, take time with the architecture and plan
Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil
One of Colombo's Most Beautiful Hindu Temples
Marvel at the vividly painted gopuram of Sri Kailawasanathan Kovil, one of the oldest and most beautiful Hindu temples i
Colombo Port City
Waterfront views and activities to plan separately
Plan a Colombo Port City visit around waterfront views or a specific activity. Check the meeting point, access and provi
Colombo Gem & Jewelry Experience
Browse jewellery and ask informed questions before buying
Considering a gem or jewellery stop in Colombo? Learn what to ask about stones, paperwork, testing and purchases before