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7-Day Adventure in Colombo: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Amalu Sabu

19 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 7-day itinerary to Colombo, Sri Lanka, exploring its vibrant culture and indulging in delicious cuisine. Discover ancient temples, visit fascinating museums, relax on stunning beaches, and savor mouthwatering dishes from local eateries. Join us on this unforgettable journey!

Trip to Colombo

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1

+

$40

·

$ 2

Sriyani Vegetarian Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Dutch Museum

Former 17th-century governor's residence now a museum featuring artifacts from Dutch colonial rule.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$19

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Sambodhi Chaithya

Buddhist temple complex offering a mix of Thai, Sri Lankan, Indian & Chinese architecture.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Galle Face Beach

Indian Ocean beach in the heart of Colombo with a busy promenade & the popular Galle Face Green.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Monsoon Restaurant & Bar

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

•

$12

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Gangaramaya Temple

Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Bread Talk

BreadTalk specializes in the finest breads, gourmet desserts, and bakery items.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$9

Day 2

+

$50

·

$ 2

Subway

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$3

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Bellagio Colombo

Busy, unassuming casino with popular table games, a bar & restaurants, including a buffet.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$38

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Galle Face Green

Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Ikoi Tei

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$3

5 - 8 min

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Directions

The Central Point - Economic History Museum

Exhibits on the economy & currency of Sri Lanka, with a collection of ancient & foreign coins.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Pettah Floating Market

Food, clothing, electronics & other goods sold from 90+ stalls, including some on built on boats.

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

•

Free

17 - 26 min

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Directions

Royal Thai Restaurant

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

•

$6

Day 3

+

$59

·

$ 1

Flavors

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$6

1 - 2 min

~

Directions

Old Parliament Building

Completed in 1930, this neo-Baroque structure now houses the national Presidential Secretariat.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$19

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Excel World Entertainment Park

Amusement park with rides, video games, bowling, a pool lounge & laser tag, plus a food court.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

•

$19

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Panino

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

•

$3

10 - 15 min

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Directions

Viharamahadevi Park

Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

12 - 17 min

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Directions

Saskia Fernando Gallery

Large, bright contemporary gallery with 2 rooms championing the Sri Lankan art scene.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Gerard Mendis Chocolatier

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$12

Day 4

+

$46

·

$ 1

Sapphyr Lounge

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$6

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Adventure Zone

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art Sri Lanka

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

•

$19

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Laksala Museum Gallery Café

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

•

$9

3 - 4 min

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Directions

National Art Gallery

Unassuming art gallery with classical paintings & contemporary pieces by local artists on display.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Lionel Wendt Art Centre

Cultural venue featuring a theater for drama & musicals, an art exhibition area & a basic cafeteria.

5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

•

Free

1 - 2 min

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Directions

Cocoon Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$12

Day 5

+

$71

·

$ 1

BreadTalk Mount Lavinia

BreadTalk specializes in the finest breads, gourmet desserts, and bakery items.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$9

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Mount Lavinia Beach

Scenic beach offering a stretch of sand, waves, lifeguards, hotels & nearby restaurants.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Directions

Domino's Pizza

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$12

12 - 18 min

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Directions

Dehiwala Zoological Garden

Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden.

2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$38

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple

This traditional place of worship built in 1916 features a 39-foot-tall statue of Buddha.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Pizza Hut

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$12

Day 6

+

$34

·

$ 2

Flavours Restaurant

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$3

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Sri Lanka Air Force Museum

Operational air base of the Sri Lanka Air Force with history exhibits, vintage aircraft & equipment.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$19

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Bellanwila Raja Maha Viharaya

Iconic temple with a bodhi tree grown from one of the 32 saplings from the sacred Anuradhapura tree.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Pizza Hut

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

•

$9

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Traditional Puppet Art Museum

Artful center offering exhibits of traditional Sri Lankan string puppets, plus performances.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

•

Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Asokaramaya Buddhist Temple

Tranquil Buddhist temple with a white stupa & colorful frescoes & statues.

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

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Free

2 - 3 min

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Directions

Pho Vietnam

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

•

$3

Day 7

+

$49

·

$ 3

Api Wenuwen Api Food Outlet

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

•

$9

4 - 5 min

~

Directions

Diyasaru Park

60-acre preserve offering footpaths & boardwalks past vibrant vegetation & wildlife.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Diyatha Uyana

Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

Free

32 - 39 min

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Directions

The Fab

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

•

$12

11 - 14 min

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Directions

Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara

Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist.

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Water World Kelaniya

Aquatic park with underwater tunnels, tanks & ponds, plus exotic birds & educational programs.

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

•

$19

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Burger King

7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

•

$9

Budget breakdown: $356 In total

Activities & Food:$347

Transport:$9