Colombo

A curated guide to Colombo, Sri Lanka: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Gangaramaya Temple Colombo 4.6★ (14,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Independence Square 4.6★ (11,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Colombo Lotus Tower 4.5★ (12,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Seema Malakaya Temple 4.5★ (2,400 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Galle Face Green 4.5★ (17,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  6. Colombo National Museum 4.4★ (6,600 reviews) · History museum
  7. Viharamahadevi Park 4.4★ (14,000 reviews) · City park
  8. Crow Island Beach Park 4.2★ (3,300 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Life’s Good Kitchen 4.8★ (2,500 reviews) · Restaurant
  2. Grind 4.8★ (2,800 reviews) · Coffee shop
  3. WILDISH 4.7★ (4,200 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Seed Cafe 4.6★ (2,300 reviews) · Cafe
  5. Cafe Kumbuk 4.6★ (2,400 reviews) · Cafe
  6. The Gallery Café 4.4★ (2,900 reviews) · Restaurant
  7. Peppermint Cafe 4.4★ (4,800 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. The Commons Coffeehouse 4.3★ (3,600 reviews) · Coffee shop

Where to drink

  1. Headquarters by W15 4.5★ (1,900 reviews) · Bar
  2. Cheers 4.4★ (1,900 reviews) · Pub
  3. Taphouse by RnR Colombo 4.2★ (1,900 reviews) · Pub
  4. ON14 Rooftop Lounge & Bar 4.4★ (1,600 reviews) · Bar
  5. Shoulders By Harpos 4.8★ (1,100 reviews) · Cocktail bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Colombo?

With 27 notable sights and 18 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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