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3 Days in Colombo: A Journey of Temples, Parks, and Exquisite Cuisine

Pradeep Kumar

Pradeep Kumar

27 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure in Colombo, Sri Lanka's vibrant capital. Discover ancient temples, wander through lush parks, and savor mouthwatering local delicacies. Join me as I explore the rich cultural heritage and culinary delights of this enchanting city.

Trip to Colombo

Day 1Temples, Parks, and Palaces
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$48

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$ 1

Radisson Hotel Colombo

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Kuuraku
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
5 - 8 min

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Gangaramaya Temple
Historic Buddhist temple with a robust collection of artifacts & statues, plus vocational training.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Viharamahadevi Park
Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Ginger at Cotton Collection
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
10 - 15 min

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Sulthan Palace
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 2Indulging in BBQ Delights
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$48

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$ 2

Radisson Hotel Colombo

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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Dhosa Hut
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
11 - 14 min

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Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Tong Ni Bbq
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
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Tong Ni Bbq
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
Day 3Gardens, Zoos, and Authentic Malay Cuisine
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$86

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$ 2

Radisson Hotel Colombo

Depart from your stay 🏨

24 - 29 min

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Bavarian Garden
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
1 - 2 min

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Diyatha Uyana
Landscaped waterfront park with a playground, colorful fountains, aquarium & open-air food court.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Dehiwala Zoological Garden
Large, long-running zoo with landscaped gardens & many species, plus an aquarium & butterfly garden.
11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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$38
10 - 15 min

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3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$18
5 - 8 min

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Malay Restaurant
Malay Restaurant started in 1994 inheriting the legacy of the generation old legendary ‘Rasa Sayang’, the one and only authentic Malay Food outlet in the city until then
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18

Budget breakdown: $186 In total

Activities & Food:$182
Transport:$4