5 days in Colombo Itinerary

The commercial capital of the country, Colombo has added modern touches to its colonial-era core, creating an exciting and eclectic coastal city.

Explore Colombo's surroundings by going to Negombo (Negombo Beach & DIANA Souvenirs). The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, see majestic marine mammals with a dolphin and whale watching tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Mount Lavinia Beach, and don't miss a visit to Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara.

For maps, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Colombo trip itinerary app.

If you are flying in from India, the closest major aiports are Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport. In July in Colombo, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 31°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.