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Colombo City Tour | From Colombo Port

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Colombo City Tour | From Colombo Port

About this activity

The Colombo City Tour takes you on a journey into the heart of the capital city of Sri Lanka, to show you its most spectacular sights. View elegant colonial buildings rising in tandem with shiny new business constructions in the sprawling metropolis. Visit the ancient temples that create havens in the midst of all the bustle and hustle. Get to know Colombo's history and legends through some of its most interesting landmarks. Embark in an adventure that shows you the wonderful secrets of Colombo.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–8
Guide
English
Operated by
Travceylon Leisure

Ages: Adults (12–70 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Transport by air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Included: 1 Liter water bottle per person.
  • Included: Pickup and drop-off from Colombo Port.
  • Included: Service of an English-speaking chauffeur guide.

Not included

  • Not included: Entrance fees to the visiting sites. (National Museum, Gangarama Temple).
  • Not included: Food and drinks.
  • Not included: Expenses of personal nature.
  • Not included: Gratuities (optional).

Itinerary

  1. Colombo National Museum

    45 min Admission not included

    You will start your tour when you get picked up by your chauffeur at 0830 hrs from your hotel. Journey into the heart of Sri Lanka on this private Colombo City Tour and witness spectacular sights with memorable experiences.

    From the elegant colonial buildings to the sprawling metropolis of the city, Colombo has a multitude of sights and sounds for you to experience. With all these spectacular sceneries, this wonderful city will never cease to amaze you. Visit amazing historical landmarks with captivating stories and learn the history behind one of the richest cultures in Asia. Embark on an adventure like never before and become a part of the city with this private tour of Colombo.

  2. Stop 2

    30 min Admission not included

    Colombo Lighthouse, The Prison Cell of the last Sri Lankan King, Lighthouse with Clock Tower designed by Lady Ward (built before the Big Ben in London), Galle Face Promenade with cannons of World War II, South Expansion of the Colombo Harbour, York Street with remnants of British Colonial Architecture, BMICH, the scenic Beira Lake in the heart of the city, The War Memorial, Public Library, National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Theatre, Gangarama Temple, Dewatagaha Mosque, Vihara Mahadevi Park, Colombo Town Hall, and many more historical and important landmarks and places that make an interesting tapestry of the life within the city limits of Colombo.

  3. Colombo Lighthouse

    15 min Admission not included

    Colombo Lighthouse

  4. Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre

    15 min Admission not included

    Nelum pokuna teatre, colombo

  5. Dewatagaha Mosque

    15 min

    Dewatagaha Muslim mosque, colombo

  6. Stop 6

    30 min

    Visit Kollupitiya Fish and Vegetables market

  7. Galle Face Green

    30 min

    Leisure time in galle face green.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Hilton Colombo Residences
  • Unique Towers Luxury Boutique Suites

We pick you up from port of Colombo.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Colombo City Tour | From Colombo Port

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