Bandaranaike International Airport 1 hr 9
Gangaramaya Temple (40 min)
Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training. Diyatha Uyana (41 min)
Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court. Seema Malakaya (38 min)
Serene Buddhist temple on floating platforms featuring numerous Buddha statues & airy shrines. Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (50 min)
Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist. Mount Lavinia Beach (20 min)
Scenic beach offering a stretch of sand, waves, lifeguards, hotels & nearby restaurants. Independence Square (40 min)
Square in front of Independence Memorial Hall featuring a fountain topped by a statue. Diyawanna Lake (37 min)
Lake and wetland Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (47 min)
Landmark long-standing mosque known for its striking red & white brick facade. Galle Face Green (38 min)
Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views. Dutch Museum (46 min)
Former 17th-century governor's residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule. Beira Lake (43 min)
Expansive lake near the city center known for its scenic island, Buddhist temple & lakefront paths. Viharamahadevi Park (39 min)
Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling. Colombo Lotus Tower (45 min)
Towering 1,168 ft. complex featuring a tv tower, hotel, auditorium, observation deck & mall. Dehiwala Zoological Garden (25 min)
Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden. Bolgoda Lake (11 min)
Lake and sports | 
