Colombo: Private Tuk-Tuk City Tour with Guide & All Entry Tickets

5.0
(3 reviews)
Colombo, Sri Lanka

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Colombo’s most iconic landmarks, markets, and temples on a private, all-inclusive Tuk-Tuk city tour led by a friendly local guide. Ride through lively streets, learn the stories behind each site, and experience the real charm of Sri Lanka’s capital in just a few unforgettable hours.

Visit top sights including Gangaramaya Temple, Viharamahadevi Park, Independence Square, Old Parliament Building and the Galle Face Green.

Explore the colorful Pettah Market and see landmarks like the Red Mosque, Old Town Hall, and Town Hall.

Experience the city’s cultural diversity — from Buddhist and Hindu temples to colonial-era architecture.

Enjoy a Ceylon tea tasting, King Coconut welcome drink, and bottled water throughout the tour.

Includes all entry tickets, private Tuk-Tuk, and free pickup/drop-off from any location in Colombo or the port area.

What's Included

Tea Tasting
Bottled water
All parking charges
Welcome Drink-King Coconut Water
Private Tuk-Tuk with an English-Speaking Guide
Tips

Meeting and pickup

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

• Free pickup and drop-off included. We pick up travelers anywhere within Colombo city (Colombo 1–15) — including hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, railway stations, and the port area. • Meeting point: Your driver/guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel or your selected meeting point. • Cruise passengers: Please meet your driver/guide at Lighthouse Galley, located 350 meters (a 3-minute walk) from Port Gate No. 1 or A1

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple

    Begin your journey at Colombo’s most iconic Buddhist landmark. The Gangaramaya Temple combines Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architecture, showcasing sacred relics, golden statues, and intricate carvings. Learn about Buddhist traditions and local rituals from your guide while enjoying the peaceful lakeside setting beside Beira Lake.

    20 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Viharamahadevi Park

    Relax at Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo’s largest and most scenic green space. Stroll through the shady tree-lined paths, admire the golden Buddha statue, and enjoy a moment of calm amid the city’s bustle.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Admire the neoclassical architecture of Colombo’s historic Town Hall, a landmark built during the British colonial era. Surrounded by well-kept gardens, it remains a proud symbol of the city’s civic heritage and an important part of Colombo’s architectural charm.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Independence Square

    Stop by the Independence Memorial Hall, built to mark Sri Lanka’s freedom from British rule in 1948. See the stone carvings and lion statues that honor the nation’s independence and enjoy a brief walk around this peaceful landmark in the heart of Colombo.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Galle Face Green

    Enjoy a relaxing stop at Galle Face Green, Colombo’s scenic oceanfront promenade. Take in the sea breeze, watch daily local life, and capture beautiful photos

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Old Parliament Building

    See the Old Parliament Building, a striking colonial landmark facing the ocean. Once home to Sri Lanka’s legislature, it now houses the Presidential Secretariat and stands as a proud symbol of the country’s political history.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Colombo Fort Clock Tower

    Visit the historic Fort Clock Tower, one of Colombo’s oldest landmarks. Once used as a lighthouse, this colonial relic marks the entrance to the old fort and reflects the city’s maritime past.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

    Marvel at the Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, famous for its striking red-and-white patterned walls. Built in 1908, it’s one of Colombo’s most photographed landmarks and a symbol of the city’s cultural diversity.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 9
    Pettah

    Experience the colorful chaos of Pettah Market, Colombo’s busiest trading hub.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 10
    Temple Of Sri Kailawasanathan Swami Devasthanam Kovil

    Visit Colombo’s oldest Hindu temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Admire the beautifully detailed towers and sculptures that reflect centuries of Tamil and Hindu tradition in Sri Lanka.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 11
    Old Town Hall

    Explore the Old Town Hall, a 19th-century Victorian building once used for city meetings. Today it displays vintage photos and artifacts that highlight Colombo’s colonial past.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 12
    Kayman’s Gate Belltower

    See the Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower, a small but historic Dutch-era relic once marking the entrance to the old fort. A quick and charming glimpse into Colombo’s colonial history.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 13
    Colombo Lighthouse

    Catch a view of the modern Colombo Lighthouse, located near the harbor. It’s a popular photo stop offering great views of the coastline and the Port of Colombo.

    5 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 14

    Learn about Sri Lanka’s maritime past at the Colombo Port Maritime Museum, housed in a restored Dutch warehouse. Exhibits include model ships, old maps, and naval artifacts.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 15
    Pettah Floating Market

    Walk along the Pettah Floating Market, built over Beira Lake.

    10 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 16
    Colombo Fort

    Drive through the Colombo Fort district, the city’s historic commercial hub. See colonial-era buildings that reflect both British influence and modern urban life.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 17

    Stop for a Ceylon tea tasting and learn about Sri Lanka’s world-famous tea culture. Enjoy a freshly brewed cup.

    15 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Zoom Tours

Tags

Half-day Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
City Tours
Tuk Tuk Tours
Shore Excursions
New Product
Port Pickup
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Cancellation Policy

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

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