Mattala Rajapaksa Hambantota Airport 1 hr 41
Mihiripenna Beach (12 min)
Sandy beach with turquoise waters & palm trees, plus a large rock formation & nearby lodging. Koggala Lake (28 min)
Freshwater lagoon dotted with mini islands boasting jungle habitat & rich wildlife. Japanese Peace Pagoda (19 min)
Unique Buddhist temple with a circular deck for sweeping views of the ocean & surrounding landscape. Galle Fort - National Maritime Archaeology Museum (24 min)
Underwater artifacts, ship models & other marine-centric exhibits in a Dutch warehouse from 1671. Galle Dutch Fort (26 min)
Built in the 16th century, this preserved Dutch sea fort houses a network of museums, shops & cafes. Koggala Beach (11 min)
Known for its surfing & scenic bay views, this tropical beach includes hotels, restaurants & shops. Martin Wickramasinghe House & Folk Museum (15 min)
Simple home of a Sri Lankan author with displays on Buddhist culture, set in tree-dotted grounds. Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya (12 min)
Old Buddhist temple complex built into rock formations featuring many statues & a serene atmosphere. Midigama Beach (22 min)
Relaxed, palm-fringed beach with public wooden sun beds in the sand & waves attracting surfers. Galle Fort - Lighthouse (26 min)
Historic lighthouse at a fort with simple style & a nearby beach popular with swimmers. Jungle Beach (19 min)
Compact sand beach, popular for swimming & sunbathing, with a tiki-style beach bar/seafood spot. Stilt Fisherman (13 min)
Beach with local fishermen on top of stick crosses demonstrating on-water stilt fishing. Dalawella Beach (13 min)
Palm-fringed sandy beach backed with restaurants & tourist accommodation. Unawatuna Beach (17 min)
Beach with golden sand & palm trees offering activities like snorkeling & scuba diving. Mirissa Beach (38 min)
Popular beach, home to many seafood restaurants, best known for surfing & seasonal whale watching. | 
