Embark on an adventure-filled city tour of Colombo, where you’ll immerse yourself in the cultural texture, explore bustling streets, bargain at local markets, and witness the vibrant urban lifestyle.
Embark on an adventure-filled city tour of Colombo, where you’ll immerse yourself in the cultural texture, explore bustling streets, bargain at local markets, and witness the vibrant urban lifestyle.
- Old Parliament Building - The Old Parliament Building houses the Presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka. Located in the Colombo Fort area with a view of the sea, it is near the President’s House, Colombo, and next to the General Treasury Building.
- Galle Face Green - Galle Face is a 5-hectare (12-acre) ocean-side urban park, extending 500…
- Old Parliament Building - The Old Parliament Building houses the Presidential Secretariat of Sri Lanka. Located in the Colombo Fort area with a view of the sea, it is near the President’s House, Colombo, and next to the General Treasury Building.
- Galle Face Green - Galle Face is a 5-hectare (12-acre) ocean-side urban park, extending 500 meters (1,600 feet) along the coast, situated in the heart of Colombo.
- Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct - The Old Colombo Dutch Hospital is regarded as the oldest building in the Colombo Fort area, dating back to the Dutch colonial period in Sri Lanka.
- St Anthony’s Shrine - On April 21, 2019, Easter Sunday, the church was among several targets in a series of suicide bombings across Sri Lanka. At least 93 people lost their lives in the explosion.
- Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil - The Temple of Lord Shiva, constructed in 1857, serves as a place of worship for Hindus in Colombo. Its architecture is reminiscent of temples in Tamil Nadu.
Note: Please ensure your shoulders and knees are covered, or carry a shawl or cloth to cover them if needed.
- Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque - Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque, also known as Samman Kottu Palli, Rathu Palliya, Red Masjid, or the Red Mosque, is a historic mosque in Colombo, Sri Lanka. It is situated on Second Cross Street in Pettah and is one of the oldest mosques in Colombo, attracting many tourists.
- Pettah - Pettah is a neighborhood in Colombo, Sri Lanka, located east of the City Centre Fort. It is renowned for the Pettah Market.
- Colombo Lotus Tower - The Lotus Tower, also known as Colombo Lotus Tower, stands at 351.5 meters tall in Colombo, Sri Lanka, and is considered a symbolic landmark of the country.
- Temple of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil - This Hindu temple, the oldest in Colombo, is celebrated for its vibrant ceiling artwork and secluded location.
Note: Please ensure your shoulders and knees are covered, or carry a shawl or cloth to cover them if needed.
- Beira Lake - Beira Lake is located in the center of Colombo, Sri Lanka, surrounded by many large businesses. Originally covering approximately 1.65 km² a century ago, it has been reduced to 0.65 km² today due to various factors.
- Seema Malakaya Temple - Seema Malaka is a Buddhist temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka, primarily used for meditation and relaxation rather than worship. Situated on Beira Lake, the temple was initially built in the late 19th century.
- Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple - Gangaramaya Temple is one of Colombo’s most significant temples, blending modern architecture with cultural heritage. The temple is known for housing a young elephant, Ganga, who is chained at the back, unable to walk, without elephant companionship, and has been seen swaying sideways and crying by visitors.
- Colombo Municipal Council - The Town Hall of Colombo serves as the headquarters of the Colombo Municipal Council and the office of the Mayor of Colombo.
- Viharamahadevi Park - Viharamahadevi Park is a public park in Colombo, adjacent to the National Museum of Sri Lanka. It is the oldest and largest park in the Port of Colombo, located in front of the colonial-era Town Hall building, and named after Queen Viharamahadevi, the mother of King Dutugamunu.
- Independence Memorial Hall - Independence Memorial Hall is a national monument in Sri Lanka, built to commemorate the country’s independence from British rule and the restoration of full governing responsibility to a Ceylonese-elected legislature on February 4, 1948.
- Colombo National Museum - Initially called the Colombo Museum, it was established on January 1, 1877. Its founder was Sir William Henry Gregory, the British Governor of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) at the time.

- Entrance fees for temples
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Colombo City
- All parking charges and taxes included
- Entrance fees for temples
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Colombo City
- All parking charges and taxes included
- Hindu Temples Photography and Videography
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Mount Lavinia, Nugegoda, Rajagiriya, Negombo and Airport
- Hindu Temples Photography and Videography
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Mount Lavinia, Nugegoda, Rajagiriya, Negombo and Airport
Exploring Colombo City provides a fascinating mix of contrasts, where colonial elegance meets contemporary energy. With its abundant cultural heritage, historic sites, vibrant markets, scenic coastal views, and delicious street food, Colombo offers a unique experience that stands out in Sri Lanka.
What makes this tour unique is the personalized service…
Exploring Colombo City provides a fascinating mix of contrasts, where colonial elegance meets contemporary energy. With its abundant cultural heritage, historic sites, vibrant markets, scenic coastal views, and delicious street food, Colombo offers a unique experience that stands out in Sri Lanka.
What makes this tour unique is the personalized service of an English-speaking private driver (note: not a guide who lectures or tells stories), who guarantees a comfortable and adaptable journey tailored to your interests. With a private vehicle and the liberty to explore at your own pace, you’ll uncover the essence of Colombo through genuine local interactions and hidden treasures.
Feel free to adjust the itinerary to suit your preferences, as the vehicles provide a customized experience.
- Please advise us of the exact location to pick you up.
- English Speaking Tuk Tuk Driver (Not a lecture or storytelling driver)
- Travel time is already included in the total duration of the tour.
- Hotel Pickup: Kindly confirm your room number to help us coordinate the pickup smoothly
- You will receive a WhatsApp message once the driver arrives at your hotel lobby. The driver will also notify the hotel reception.
- After booking, passengers must provide a meeting point and a WhatsApp number for communication while abroad.
- Most services offer pickup/drop-off beyond 5km from Colombo city 01-05
- Kindly remind you to dress respectfully when visiting Hindu temples. Please ensure your shoulders and knees are covered, or carry a shawl or cloth to cover them if needed.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.