10 Things to do in Sri Lanka That You Shouldn't Miss

November 30, 2021 Jasper Kershner

Coordinates: 7°N 81°E / 7°N 81°E / 7; 81
Restaurants in Sri Lanka

1. Little Adam's Peak

Passara Road, Ella 90090 Sri Lanka
Excellent
65%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5,477 reviews

Little Adam's Peak

Reviewed By menon666

A nice walk to Adam peak we’re u can appreciate nature at its best with breathtaking views , on the way u can enjoy the zip liner, a place to we’re u can sit and relax for hours

2. Horton Plains National Park

Nuwara Eliya Sri Lanka
Excellent
58%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2,545 reviews

Horton Plains National Park

Reviewed By heshanthim - Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka

The tour of the Horton Plains and the trek to World’s End was an absolute pleasure as it allowed us a sneak peek to the wonders of the diverse wilderness available in Sri Lanka and to various natural marvels that Sri Lanka has to offer. It is also the home to a large number of endemic birds and wildlife and is indeed a must do when one is visiting the beautiful Nuwaraeliya in Sri Lanka. The splendid tour and the experience of visiting the Horton Plains and the trek to the World’s End was guided by the very experienced and capable Naturalist Hashan attached to the Grand Hotel Nuwaraeliya and, Harshana who indeed drove us safely to and from the Horton Plains. I would definitely recommend them to all thinking of visiting Nuwaraeliya.

3. Galle Fort

Church Street, Galle 80000 Sri Lanka
Excellent
52%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,404 reviews

Galle Fort

Galle is located in the south of Sri Lanka. Close by are magnificent beaches, rainforests and other attractions.

Reviewed By K5433XUjanm - Ostrava, Czech Republic

Nice walk around the old fortifications, fine breeze from the sea :-) i do reccomend in the morning or evening :-)

4. Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara

Colombo Sri Lanka +94 11 2 911505 [email protected] http://www.kelaniyatemple.org/
Excellent
64%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 615 reviews

Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara

Reviewed By Brenda010 - Durham, United Kingdom

This is a very beautiful temple to worship the Lord Buddha. A very sacred area and shoes must be removed of course, however they are removed before you enter the grounds which are quite extensive so do remember to wear socks as the sand and paving stones can be very very hot! There are places around where worshippers leave flowers and gifts for the Buddha and pray. Inside the temple there is a marvellous gold sleeping Buddha covered with the finest muslin or silk. The frescos are very old and tell the story of the temple. A very beautiful sacred place.

5. Mirissa Beach

Mirissa 81740 Sri Lanka
Excellent
54%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 3,033 reviews

Mirissa Beach

Reviewed By Sunshine760116 - Cairns, Australia

It’s a great beach for swimmers and surfers little areas where you can snorkel like turtle beach and surf locations in front of coconut tree hill and night plenty of locations where you can have a drink or fresh seafood

6. Negombo Lagoon

Negombo Sri Lanka
Excellent
53%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Negombo Lagoon

Reviewed By 852pollyb

Great boat trip on Lagoon booked via Kingfisher Tours on the beach road opposite Heritance hotel with Richman... fabulous!!! Good price....drinks and fruit provided and Tambili juice... lots of birds monkeys fish monitors and mango groves... beautiful trip.

7. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Veediya, Kandy 20000 Sri Lanka +94 812 234 226 [email protected] http://www.sridaladamaligawa.lk/
Excellent
44%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 11,934 reviews

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

Sri Dalada Maligawa (Sinhala: ශ්‍රී දළදා මාළිගාව) or The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic is a Buddhist temple in the city of Kandy, Sri Lanka. It is located in the royal palace complex which houses the Relic of the tooth of Buddha. Since ancient times, the relic has played an important role in local politics because it is believed that whoever holds the relic holds the governance of the country. Kandy was the last capital of the Sinhalese kings and is a UNESCO world heritage site partly due to the temple. The temple which houses the Sacred Tooth Relic of the Buddha is one of the holiest shrines in the entire Buddhist world.

Reviewed By Getaway291528 - Bristol, United Kingdom

Fantastic temple and we were lucky enough to have an excellent bespoke guide who was able to explain the history of the Sacred Tooth Relic and all it means to the Sri Lankan Buddhist followers. A definite must to visit and try to plan your visit during one of the thrice daily "prayer" times.

8. Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

61 Sri Jinaratana Road, Colombo Sri Lanka +94 11 2 435169 http://gangaramaya.com
Excellent
45%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 3,082 reviews

Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

Reviewed By NathanWW - Sydney, Australia

Located on the Beira Lake, Gangaramaya temple is built in an unusual mix of Indian, Thai, Chinese and Sri Lankan architectural styles. The temple complex comprises a cluster of shrines that surround a peaceful courtyard, with a dagoba at the centre. The museum just off the courtyard displays various gifts donated to the temple over the years, ranging from Buddhist statues to vintage cars. As with any Buddhist temple, visitors must first take off their shoes before entering; however, the floor tends to get heated very quickly, so it is wise to take a pair of socks with you.

9. Hikkaduwa Beach

7585995399 Sweetcash //Customer //Care// Number 7585995399 //sweetcash //customer //care// Number, Hikkaduwa 80240 Sri Lanka
Excellent
48%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
13%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 2,326 reviews

Hikkaduwa Beach

Reviewed By alibcc - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

My favorite place to forget about everything , best beach in sri lanka , amazing people , the best place to meet new people, night life there is amazing all clubs are amazing even staff amazing & friendly

10. Main Fish Market

Negombo Sri Lanka +94 72 863 4177
Excellent
30%
Good
52%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 264 reviews

Main Fish Market

Reviewed By danks44 - Shoalhaven, Australia

The Negombo Fish Markets are more than just a place that sells fish. This is where the fishing catch is unloaded, scaled, cut up and then dried out. There is fish as far as the eye can see. This whole process is messy, it smells, but is so unusual. The area of the fishing vessels stretches for a long way and it is an amazing experience to wander around. A must see in Negombo.

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