Peradeniya Road

This main thoroughfare stretches north from the city centre toward the Royal Botanic Gardens, lined with guesthouses, local restaurants and shops catering to backpackers and mid-range travellers. The area offers easy access to both city attractions and the famous gardens, while maintaining a more relaxed pace than the busy centre. Three-wheelers and buses provide regular transport connections.

Laid-back and traveller-friendly with guesthouse owners offering advice on local attractions and transport. Morning brings the aroma of hoppers and string hoppers from street-side cafes, while afternoons see visitors returning from botanical garden trips. The road is known for three-wheelers negotiating fares and local buses picking up passengers heading to Peradeniya.

Peradeniya Road is known for budget accommodation and easy access to royal botanic gardens.

Avoid if You want to be in the absolute centre of the action or prefer luxury amenities

• Cycle to the botanical gardens through village roads
• Visit University of Peradeniya campus
• Shop at local markets for fresh fruit

Local tip Take the local bus to Peradeniya Botanical Gardens

See our best things to do in Kandy or One Day in Kandy.

In the centre of Kandy. Street parking available.

Nearest transport: Bus stops every 300m along the road, Peradeniya railway station (3km).

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