Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport 1 hr 27
Matara Fort (18 min) History and architecture Matara Beach (16 min) In addition to its scenic views, this tranquil local beach features nearby eateries & a playground. Coconut Tree Hill (22 min) Much-photographed red-rock promontory with coconut palms, known for ocean views & sunset walks. Weherahena Poorwarama Rajamaha Viharaya වෙහෙරහේන පූර්වාරාම රජමහා විහාරය. (8 min) Well-known temple on three acres featuring a huge statue of Buddha & tunnels filled with paintings. Mirissa Beach (24 min) Popular beach, home to many seafood restaurants, best known for surfing & seasonal whale watching. Polhena Beach (14 min) Swimming & snorkeling on a beach sheltered by a reef, with calm waters & breathtaking sunsets. Taprobana (37 min) Parrot Rock Bridge (23 min) Elevated lookout atop a large rock, with views of Mirissa Beach surfers & Indian Ocean sunsets. පරවි දූව විහාරස්ථානය - Paravi Duwa Temple (17 min) Temple and buddhism Secret Beach Mirissa (29 min) Star Fort Matara (18 min) Built in 1765 by the Dutch, this star-shaped fortress features a museum exhibiting Matara's history. Point Dondra (13 min) Palms, a beach & sweeping ocean views from a small rocky headland, home to a landmark lighthouse. Midigama Beach (38 min) Relaxed, palm-fringed beach with public wooden sun beds in the sand & waves attracting surfers. Talalla Beach (18 min) Scenic inlet with a sandy shore & palm trees, plus guesthouses, basic resorts & quaint eateries. Lakshawaththa Beach (6 min) |