8 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.

Escape the urban bustle at Beruwala Beach and Kayaking & Canoeing. Shop till you drop at Stone 'N' String and Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colombo: Turtle Hatchery Hikkaduwa (in Hikkaduwa), Negombo (St. Mary's Church, Negombo Beach, &more) and Kande Viharaya Temple (in Dharga Town). There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Kalutara Bodhiya, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Seema Malakaya Temple, get to know the resident critters at National Zoological Gardens of Sri Lanka, and kick back and relax at Mount Lavinia Beach.

To find maps, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Colombo holiday planner.

In November, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.