Best of Colombo - Private Guided City Tour

4.6
(69 reviews)

3 to 4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

This finely crafted city tour is the best way to explore Colombo & learn about the local culture. Our well-experienced, friendly tour guides will make the tour even more interesting. We are very flexible with timing and your needs so even though you're exploring a busy city, you will still feel very relaxed and safe.

What's Included

Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance ticket to Gangaramaya Temple
Alcoholic Beverages
Gratuities
Lunch
Dinner
Pick up from, BIA Airport, Negombo, Katunayake

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

It is possible to combine this tour with a transfer to Negombo / BIA Airport & Around / Katunayake / Ja Ela or any location with an additional charge. Please note Bandaranayake International Airport (Colombo Airport) is not located in Central Colombo, It is located 30Km away from Colombo hense additional charges apply for pickups or drops.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 4 hours (approximately)
  • Old Parliament Building (Pass by)

    you will be able to admire the architecture of this beautiful building & take photos from a distance as it is a high-security zone.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    You will be able to get to the lighthouse base platform to take photos

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

    From here you will be taken on a short walking tour to explore some of the hidden sights & beautiful colonial buildings around.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    A quick stop to admire this beautiful building and a few others around.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Located right next to Colombo harbor, this was the most popular hotel during the British colonial era. It is possible to stop for photos.

    Admission ticket free
  • 4

    This beautiful building is one of the main highlights of Colombo & you will be able to admire and take photos here.

    5 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    This iconic tower is a must-visit place in Colombo. You will stop here for a quick photo. *Please note the tower is yet to be open for the public.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

    Here you will learn about Buddhism, Sinhalese Buddhist culture and be able to explore in and out of this amazing Buddhist Temple. Also, you will see Lord Buddha's hair relics.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Old Town Hall

    You will be able to stop here and admire the beauty and also to get a glimpse of Viharamahadevi Park.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Independence Square

    This is the main highlight of the tour. Here you will learn how Sri Lanka got its Independence from the British Empire. You can also visit the adjoining Arcade square and the park for a short walk.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Colombo

    You will be exploring some of the other sights of this area and after will stop for a local Lunch / Dinner.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by SriLankan Chic Holidays

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Ports of Call Tours
City Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Top Product
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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