Ancient City of Sigiriya

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Deep in the middle of Sri Lanka, a massive column of rock juts out from the green tropical forest. Sigiriya was established as the stronghold of a rogue king over 1,500 years ago, and today the Sigiriya complex stands as one of the earliest preserved examples of ancient urban planning. Ultimately the rock was unable to save its king, but it succeeded in preserving ancient Sinhalese culture.
Looks a little like Ayers rock, an ancient village was at the top, just amazing how people would have been able to do that may centuries ago!
Getting there! 1.200 steps to top!

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Mount Blue Kandy

Mount Blue Kandy

3.5 out of 5
Price was ￥223,160, price is now ￥127,502 per person
￥127,502
per person
Apr 26 - May 2
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Colombo (CMB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
The location is excellent, though the access roads are a bit challenging due to the property being situated high in the mountains. The staff were very friendly and helpful, including the restaurant staff, who were great, welcoming, and very attentive. Breakfast options were somewhat limited, but still decent. The swimming pool is in a beautiful location.

Reviewed on Dec 31, 2025

Amaya Hills Kandy

Amaya Hills Kandy

4.5 out of 5
Price was ￥288,140, price is now ￥159,548 per person
￥159,548
per person
Apr 26 - May 2
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Colombo (CMB)
7.8/10 Good! (186 reviews)
The staff in the dinning are more focused to the foreigners than local, we pay the same rate as them and have the less respect we get, that's not what we expect. We had to talk to the staff at the

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

EKHO Sigiriya

EKHO Sigiriya

3.5 out of 5
Price was ￥270,593, price is now ￥153,377 per person
￥153,377
per person
Apr 26 - May 2
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Tokyo (TYO) to Colombo (CMB)
8.8/10 Excellent! (112 reviews)
Lovely rooms, very attentive staff and super location if you’re planning to climb lions rock.

Reviewed on Feb 2, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch

Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch

Activity duration is 14 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥19,903 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Sigiriya Village Tour and Lunch

Sigiriya Village Tour and Lunch

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥3,062 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Tropical Touch: 2 Days in Sri Lanka

Tropical Touch: 2 Days in Sri Lanka

Activity duration is 2 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥45,777 per traveler*
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Water activities

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Sigiriya Village Tour and Lunch

Sigiriya Village Tour and Lunch

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥3,062 per adult
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Personal Driver For Your Two Weeks Round Tour In Sri Lanka

Personal Driver For Your Two Weeks Round Tour In Sri Lanka

Activity duration is 14 days
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥229,650 per traveler*
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Popular places to visit

Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla Cave Temple

Spectacular Buddha statues and colorful murals beautify this ancient complex of rock-cut temples set high above the plains of Dambulla.

Dambulla Cave Temple
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Catch an event at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium during your trip to Dambulla. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city

Polonnaruwa Vatadage

After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails.

Polonnaruwa Vatadage
Kiri Vihara - ancient dagoba. Pollonaruwa, Sri Lanka

Kiri Vihara Temple

After visiting Kiri Vihara Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails.

Kiri Vihara Temple

Sigiriya Lion Rock

After visiting Sigiriya Lion Rock, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sigiriya. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its campsites.

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Sigiriya Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Sigiriya Museum during your travels in Sigiriya. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sigiriya Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Ancient City of Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya

4 out of 5
Hotel Road Sigiriya
Hotel Sigiriya
Flower Garden Eco Village

Flower Garden Eco Village

3.5 out of 5
201D, Thalkote Rd, Ehalagala Sigiriya
Flower Garden Eco Village
Eighth Wonder Resort

Eighth Wonder Resort

3.5 out of 5
Kimbissa Sigiriya
Eighth Wonder Resort
Sigiriya Village

Sigiriya Village

4 out of 5
Town Sigiriya Sigiriya
Sigiriya Village
EKHO Sigiriya

EKHO Sigiriya

3.5 out of 5
Matale District Sigiriya
EKHO Sigiriya
Sunshine Resort and Spa

Sunshine Resort and Spa

3 out of 5
5TH MILE POST Sigiriya Central Province
Sunshine Resort and Spa
Ayurvie Sigiriya - Ayurvedic Retreat

Ayurvie Sigiriya - Ayurvedic Retreat

2 out of 5
Ayurvie Sigiriya Retreat, Audangawa Sigiriya Central Province
Ayurvie Sigiriya - Ayurvedic Retreat
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

4.5 out of 5
Rangirigama Sigiriya
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve
Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya

Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya

3 out of 5
Galahitiyawa Road Egodawewa Sigiriya CP
Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya
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