Bandaranaike International Airport 48 min
Gangaramaya Temple (12 min) Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training. Independence Square (15 min) Square in front of Independence Memorial Hall featuring a fountain topped by a statue. Seema Malakaya (10 min) Serene Buddhist temple on floating platforms featuring numerous Buddha statues & airy shrines. Galle Face Green (13 min) Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views. Diyatha Uyana (18 min) Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court. Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (22 min) Landmark long-standing mosque known for its striking red & white brick facade. Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya (31 min) Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist. Diyawanna Lake (19 min) Lake and wetland Viharamahadevi Park (11 min) Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling. Beira Lake (16 min) Expansive lake near the city center known for its scenic island, Buddhist temple & lakefront paths. Dehiwala Zoological Garden (17 min) Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden. Colombo Lotus Tower (14 min) Towering 1,168 ft. complex featuring a tv tower, hotel, auditorium, observation deck & mall. National Museum (7 min) Big, stately museum with royal objects & other artifacts relating to Sri Lanka's history & culture. Mount Lavinia Beach (24 min) Scenic beach offering a stretch of sand, waves, lifeguards, hotels & nearby restaurants. Dutch Museum (20 min) Former 17th-century governor's residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule. |