Bandaranaike International Airport 1 hr 16
Beira Lake (28 min.) Expansive lake near the city center known for its scenic island Buddhist temple & lakefront paths. Royal Colombo Golf Club (32 min.) Opened in 1879 this classy members-only 18-hole course features a restaurant & fitness center. Dehiwala Zoological Garden (11 min.) Large long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species plus an aquarium & butterfly garden. Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (50 min.) Sacred historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist. Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (32 min.) Landmark long-standing mosque known for its striking red & white brick facade. Galle Face Green (23 min.) Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway sandy beach & scenic views. Dehiwala (8 min) Mount Lavinia Beach (20 min.) Scenic beach offering a stretch of sand waves lifeguards hotels & nearby restaurants. Diyatha Uyana (33 min.) Landscaped waterfront park with a playground colorful fountains aquarium & open-air food court. Independence Square (25 min.) Square in front of Independence Memorial Hall featuring a fountain topped by a statue. Seema Malakaya (23 min.) Serene Buddhist temple on floating platforms featuring numerous Buddha statues & airy shrines. Angulana (14 min) Mt.Laviniya (9 min) Viharamahadevi Park (24 min.) Relaxed park with jogging trails kids play areas space for picnics & activities like cycling. Dutch Museum (33 min.) Former 17th-century governor s residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule. Colombo Lotus Tower (29 min.) Towering 1 168 ft. complex featuring a tv tower hotel auditorium observation deck & mall. National Museum (23 min.) Big stately museum with royal objects & other artifacts relating to Sri Lanka s history & culture. Rathmalana Railway Station (10 min) |