Bandaranaike International Airport 1 hr 8
Independence Square (40 min)
Square in front of Independence Memorial Hall featuring a fountain topped by a statue. Bolgoda Lake (15 min)
Lake and sports Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (50 min)
Landmark long-standing mosque known for its striking red & white brick facade. Dutch Museum (49 min)
Former 17th-century governor's residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule. Diyawanna Lake (34 min)
Lake and wetland Beira Lake (46 min)
Expansive lake near the city center known for its scenic island, Buddhist temple & lakefront paths. Colombo Lotus Tower (46 min)
Towering 1,168 ft. complex featuring a tv tower, hotel, auditorium, observation deck & mall. Diyatha Uyana (38 min)
Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court. Galle Face Green (41 min)
Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views. Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (49 min)
Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist. Mount Lavinia Beach (23 min)
Scenic beach offering a stretch of sand, waves, lifeguards, hotels & nearby restaurants. Seema Malakaya (41 min)
Serene Buddhist temple on floating platforms featuring numerous Buddha statues & airy shrines. Dehiwala Zoological Garden (26 min)
Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden. Gangaramaya Temple (43 min)
Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training. Viharamahadevi Park (42 min)
Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling. | 
