Colombo's religious sites and one major museum give context before heading further into Sri Lanka. Most can be covered in a morning. Best for: history buffs, culturally curious travellers.
What to Expect
Difficulty ranges from easy. Group sizes are typically 2-15.
Our Top Picks
4 hand-picked activities for this trip
Gangaramaya Temple & Seema Malaka Tour
2 hours2-15easy
Best for curious first-timers
- Vintage cars displayed as temple donations
- Buddha statues from Thailand, Japan, and Nepal
Independence Memorial Hall & Square Tour
1 hour1-10easy
Best for quick history stop
- Neoclassical architecture of the memorial hall
- Independence Square monument and gardens
Multi-Faith Colombo Tour
4 hours2-12easy
Best for culturally curious travellers
- Active Buddhist temple with working monks
- Jami-Ul-Alfar (Red Mosque) in Pettah with ornate design
National Museum Guided Tour
1.5 hours1-8easy
Best for history buffs
- The Kandyan throne and royal crown jewels
- Ancient Buddhist manuscripts and artifacts
Booking Advice
Best season December to March is the most comfortable stretch for outdoor museum and temple tours.
More on Colombo
For sights rather than tours, see the things to do in Colombo. The Colombo guide covers where to stay and how to get around.
We arrange all of these for our guests. Tell us which one and when you are in Colombo.