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Colombo featuring general coastal views, a sunset and a coastal town

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Tours & day trips

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Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Guided Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Colombo/Negombo: Sigiriya, Kandy, Ella 3-Day Trip with Train

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Water activities

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Colombo: Water rafting, Bird Watching, Village & Rainforest

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Shopping & fashion

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Jewel Hunt Tour of Colombo Shore Excursion from Colombo Port

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Colombo: Lotus Tower Experience with Lunch or Dinner Buffet

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What to do in Colombo

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Galle Face Green

4/5(67 reviews)

After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Such a stunning mosque. Definitely worth looking for while in Colombo.

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

4/5(13 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Colombo with a visit to Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Colombo City Centre

4/5(4 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Colombo City Centre during your visit to Colombo 02.

Bellagio Casino

3.5/5(17 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Bellagio Casino during your time in Colombo 03? Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bally's Casino

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Why not try your luck with a visit to Bally's Casino during your visit to Colombo 10? Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Find out about the history of Colombo 07 when you spend time at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Pettah Market

3.5/5(34 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Pettah Market during your stay in Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.

Lanka Hospital

4/5(17 reviews)

Though Lanka Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Colombo 05 while you are here.

Nawaloka Hospital

3.5/5(24 reviews)

Though Nawaloka Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Colombo 02 while you are here.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Colombo

Fort

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

Fort is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Colombo World Trade Center and Pettah Market.

Wellawatte

4/5(25 area reviews)

You'll appreciate the beaches during your time in Wellawatte and you might want to plan a stop by Majestic City and Dehiwala Zoological Garden while you're in the area.