Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport 1 hr 32
Coconut Tree Hill (7 min)
Much-photographed red-rock promontory with coconut palms, known for ocean views & sunset walks. Point Dondra (37 min)
Palms, a beach & sweeping ocean views from a small rocky headland, home to a landmark lighthouse. Parrot Rock Bridge (9 min)
Elevated lookout atop a large rock, with views of Mirissa Beach surfers & Indian Ocean sunsets. Midigama Beach (15 min)
Relaxed, palm-fringed beach with public wooden sun beds in the sand & waves attracting surfers. Martin Wickramasinghe House & Folk Museum (27 min)
Simple home of a Sri Lankan author with displays on Buddhist culture, set in tree-dotted grounds. Mirissa Beach (5 min)
Popular beach, home to many seafood restaurants, best known for surfing & seasonal whale watching. Koggala Beach (28 min)
Known for its surfing & scenic bay views, this tropical beach includes hotels, restaurants & shops. Koggala Lake (35 min)
Freshwater lagoon dotted with mini islands boasting jungle habitat & rich wildlife. Polhena Beach (19 min)
Swimming & snorkeling on a beach sheltered by a reef, with calm waters & breathtaking sunsets. Weligama Bay (12 min)
A popular destination for surfing, this expansive bay features sandy beaches & picturesque views. Sri Lankan Snake Farm (17 min) Secret Beach Mirissa (5 min) Taprobana (14 min) Stilt Fisherman (25 min)
Beach with local fishermen on top of stick crosses demonstrating on-water stilt fishing. | 
