Colombo
Sri Lanka
Colombo is Sri Lanka's lively ledger: Dutch-colonial arcades, the Galle Face Green's kite-filled ocean evenings, bustling Pettah's markets, and a cricket-loving café scene. It's the one-night bookend to the tea country, the south coast beaches and the cultural triangle.
Quick facts
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Region
- Asia
- Currency
- LKR ₨
- Timezone
- Asia/Colombo
- Airport
- CMB · Colombo
- Travel style
- Foodie
Travel interests in Colombo
Colombo is a foodie destination offering 3 main types of experiences:
Best time to visit
December to March is the dry, west-coast season. The southwest monsoon rains May–September; the east coast flips the schedule.
Current weather: Good (76/100) — Hot and humid — Galle Face evenings carry the day.
Recommended duration
We recommend staying 2 days in Colombo to cover the main attractions at a relaxed pace.
Budget information
Estimated daily cost: 50 USD
Total for 2 days: 100 USD
Includes accommodation, local transport, food, and activities. International flights not included.
Top highlights
- Galle Face Green at sunset
- Pettah Market's sensory maze
- Gangaramaya Temple
- Dutch Hospital dining precinct
- Hoppers and kottu crawl
Colombo travel guides
Sri Lanka Travel Guide
The Sri Lanka guide: the rock fortresses, the tea train and the beaches.
Colombo 2 Day Gateway Itinerary: The Island Bookend
Colonial arcades, ocean-drive evenings and the hopper curriculum.
Colombo 2 Day Gateway Itinerary: The Island Bookend
Colonial arcades, ocean-drive evenings and the hopper curriculum.
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