Colombo Half-Day City Tour

Recommended by 90% of travelers

Colombo, Sri Lanka

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Immerse in Colombo’s multicultural past and present on this private half-day tour that’s tailor-made for history buffs. Discover sights from the British and Dutch colonial periods, such as historic Wolvendaal Church and the Old Parliament Building, explore cultural landmarks such as Ayurvedic stores and Buddhist temples, and shop for souvenirs in the open-air markets of Pettah. Please note: Tour excludes entrance fees and guiding.

Check off historic and contemporary highlights of Colombo in just half a day
See Wolvendaal Church, Galle Face, Pettah Market, and more
Experience the city in style: just you, your group, and your driver
Enjoy private transfers to and from the Colombo locations of your choice

What's Included

Hotel Pick-up and drop-off by an air-conditioned vehicle.
Driver
Herbal tea with suffron cake.

Lunch or any other meals and drinks (available to purchase)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Departure Point: Any location in Colombo city Return point: Any location in Colombo city

Itinerary

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

One Galle Face

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pettah

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Viharamahadevi Park

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Old Parliament Building

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Guides are also available in english german for additional cost.
Children must be accompanied by an adult

A formal Dress code is required both men and women when entered in to Temples and National Museum. Your knees and shoulders must be fully covered by the dress. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed.
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 21 reviews

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When the guide says...

Yasmeen_P, Jul 2024

When the guide says theres not much to see in colombo and its a waste of money going to see the view at the top of the lotus flower building it was disappointing. I thought we were getting a knowledgeable local guide who would really show us things in Colombo that we would fall in love with the city. We could have had same experience with a tuk tuk driver.