Colombo Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Most travelers think they’ve seen Colombo after walking along Galle Face Green and visiting its main temples. But what if I told you the city’s true spirit hides in its old quarters, colonial buildings, and stories only a local can share?

Exploring alone, it’s easy to miss the layers of history and culture that make Colombo so unique. You might leave thinking you’ve seen it all, while its real heart stays hidden.

Our Walking Tour in Colombo changes that. Your guide adapts to your interests, revealing both iconic landmarks and hidden gems. Discover the authentic Colombo, beyond the surface.

What's Included

2-hour guided walking tour
Professional tour guide
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Dutch Hospital. Your guide will be wearing a red cap.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Galle Face Green

    Walk along the seaside promenade built in 1859, once used for horse racing and public events.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    See the active lighthouse built in 1952, marking the entrance to Colombo’s harbor.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe Prison Cell

    View the cell where the last king of Kandy was held after his capture in 1815.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Visit one of the oldest buildings in Colombo, used as a hospital by the Dutch in the 1600s.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Walk down a historic street once central to Colombo’s colonial-era business district.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    There are a few more stops along the way, but we’ll keep those as a surprise to make your experience even more special.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Culture
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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