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5-Day Adventure in Colombo

Ganesh Ravindran

Ganesh Ravindran

14 Oct 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey through the vibrant city of Colombo, Sri Lanka. Discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of this enchanting destination.

Day 1
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$7

Colombo Downtown Monkey

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Sriyani Vegetarian Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
17 - 26 min

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Pettah Floating Market
Food, clothing, electronics & other goods sold from 90+ stalls, including some on built on boats.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
1 - 2 min

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Royal Thai Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$4
Long Feng Chinese Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$3
Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 2
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$4

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$ 1

Colombo Downtown Monkey

Depart from your stay 🏨

23 - 28 min

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Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
13 - 16 min

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Don's Star Class Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$1
14 - 17 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
Free
7 - 9 min

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The Fab
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$1
Perera & Sons
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$2
Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 3
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$7

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$ 1

Colombo Downtown Monkey

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
12 - 17 min

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Barista
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
9 - 14 min

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Viharamahadevi Park
Relaxed park with jogging trails, kids' play areas, space for picnics & activities like cycling.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
10 - 15 min

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Panino
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$1
Laksala Museum Gallery Café
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4
Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 4
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$9

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$ 1

Colombo Downtown Monkey

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 10 min

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Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
3 - 4 min

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හෙළැඹුල Helambula
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$2
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
Free
4 - 6 min

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Monsoon Restaurant & Bar
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$3
Bread Talk
BreadTalk specializes in the finest breads, gourmet desserts, and bakery items.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4
Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
Day 5
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$11

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$ 1

Colombo Downtown Monkey

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 9 min

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Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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King Of The Mambo
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
$3
6 - 9 min

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Galle Face Green
Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
8 - 12 min

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Bavarian German Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
$4
McDonald’s
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
$4
Colombo Downtown Monkey
No-frills dorms in a relaxed hostel featuring a shared kitchenette & a lounge, plus breakfast.
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Free

Budget breakdown: $40 In total

Activities & Food:$38
Transport:$2