28 Top-Rated Things to Do in Sri Lanka You Will Enjoy Visual Story

By Raeesha Ikram

Introduction

28 Top-Rated Things to Do in Sri Lanka You Will Enjoy Visual Story

These top-rated things to do in Sri Lanka will help you capture the best of...

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Things to Do in Colombo

Even though Colombo is not one of the best cities or places to visit in...

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Pettah

Head to Pettah - the noisiest and most overwhelming part of Colombo. All you can...

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The Old Dutch Hospital

The Old Dutch Hospital, also located in Pettah, is a shopping precinct full of stores...

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Colombo National Museum

Located in Colombo- 07, the Colombo National Museum is the largest national museum in Sri...

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Viharamahadevi Park

Viharamahadevi Park allows you to spend some idyllic time in nature before jetting off again...

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Things to Do in Polonnaruwa

Tourists go to Polonnaruwa to get a flavor of Sri Lanka's history; it is recognized...

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The Royal Palace - Vejayanta Pasada

The Royal Palace is one of the best places to visit in Polonnaruwa. The palace...

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Siva Devalaya (No 1) Temple

This particular religious site was built in the 13th century and was dedicated to Lord...

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Vatadage

The Vatadage is another fascinating sight to explore. It is a circular-shaped structure that was...

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Gal Vihara Temple

Gal Vihara, or Gal Viharaya Temple, is one of the primary places visited by Buddhist...

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Things to Do in Dambulla

The most cost-effective way to get to Dambulla is by bus. You also have the...

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Minneriya National Park

Minneriya National Park is where you will encounter large herds of elephants wandering about in...

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Sigiriya Rock

If you ask a local about an iconic place to visit in Dambulla, they will...

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Dambulla Cave Temple

The Dambulla Cave Temple, or the Golden Temple of Dambulla, is a temple complex recognized...

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Things to Do in Kandy

Kandy is the hill capital of Sri Lanka, as it's encircled by towering mountains. It...

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Kandy Lake

Energize yourself by starting your day early and walking along the stunning Kandy Lake. It...

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Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic, also known as 'Dalada Maligawa,' is a place...

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National Museum of Kandy (Royal Palace)

If you want to learn more about Kandy's history, the National Museum of Kandy is...

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Huluganga Ella Falls

If you are looking for something more nature-bound to do next, visiting a waterfall might...

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Royal Botanical Gardens

Your final stop for the day is the Royal Botanical Gardens in Peradeniya. It exhibits...

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Things to Do in Nuwara Eliya

Famed as 'Little England' for its charming setting with English-styled Bungalows, Nuwara Eliya is where...

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Hakgala Botanical Garden

Hakgala Botanical Garden is the perfect haven for nature lovers and a nice picnicking spot...

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Adma Agro Strawberry Farm

How do you like the idea of walking through beautiful strawberry fields as your next...

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Gregory Lake

As your final stop before leaving for Ella, spend some time at the charming Gregory...

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Things to Do in Ella

From Nuwara Eliya, head to the iconic Ella - one of the most picturesque villages...

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Flying Ravana Mega ZipLine

If you are someone who is always on the lookout for adventurous things to do...

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Little Adam's Peak

If you love hiking, then Little Adam's Peak can be a fun but challenging opportunity...

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Nine Arch Bridge

End your day at the famous Nine Arch Bridge. This bridge is well-known due to...

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Things to Do in Hambantota

The best way to reach Hambantota from Ella is by taxi, which will take around...

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Yala National Park

Your Sri Lanka trip wouldn't be complete without a safari ride in Yala National Park...

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Best Things to Do in Arugam Bay

Now, I am guiding you toward the east coast of Sri Lanka, where sandy beaches...

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Arugam Bay Beach

Get into your swimming gear and get your surfboards out because Arugam Bay Beach is...

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Things to Do in Mirissa

Bidding adieu to Arugam Bay, let's head to the south coast of Sri Lanka to...

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Whale Watching, Mirissa

It's not every day you get to see close-ups of giant whales and dolphins swimming...

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Mirissa Beach

You know the kind of beaches you see on indescribably beautiful postcards, and you wonder...

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Best Things to Do in Galle

Galle, also on the south coast is known for its colonial and beach appeal. It...

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Galle Fort

Galle Fort is one of the prominent structures that remains today from the Dutch ruling...

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Turtle Hatchery, Hikkaduwa

Turtles are increasingly becoming endangered as human activities like fishing threaten their habitat. The Turtle...

Conclusion

Conclusion

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