Ravindu’s guidebook For Colombo
Sightseeing
Galle Face Beach
To watch the sunset and enjoy some street foods
Dehiwala Zoological Garden
120 Galvihara RdNational Museum
Sir Marcus Fernando Mawatha
Gangaramaya Temple
61 Sri Jinarathana RdThe busiest market in colombo. Busy streets. Can find anything you need.
14 locals recommend
Pettah Market
Keyzer StreetThe busiest market in colombo. Busy streets. Can find anything you need.
Independence Memorial Museum
7 Independence Ave
Wellawatte Beach
Shopping Mall
One Galle Face Mall
1A Center RoadShopping mall + food court + cinema
Majestic City
10 Station RdShopping mall + food court + cinema
Crescat Boulevard Mall
89 Colombo - Galle Main RdBranded shops + food court
Liberty Plaza
300 R. A. De Mel MawathaFood scene
Lot of pubs in this area. Active nightlife specially on Fridays and Saturdays.
62 locals recommend
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
Hospital StreetLot of pubs in this area. Active nightlife specially on Fridays and Saturdays.
City advice
Getting around
Buses and trains are the cheapest way. Then tuk tuk
Buses and trains are cheap but crowded. Specially in peak time (morning 6am-9am evening 4pm-7pm)
Ways to save
Use uber or meter taxi
When it's not peak time, uber is cheaper. If you don't have time for book an uber, then always use metered taxi(tuk tuk). Metered taxi are only available in colombo most of the time.
What to pack
Cottons and light natural fabrics to wear
The climate is tropical, and the weather is hot and humid throughout the year. So cotton shirts and trousers are more comfortable. Pack sunglasses and sun-cream too.
Customs and culture
Dress modestly at religious sites
Dress modestly at religious sites. Women should wear long skirts, dresses or loose trousers and modest blouses. Men should wear long trousers. Wear light colors
Getting around
Hire a van for long trips around the country
There are lot of a/c vans for hire. Normally it's arround Rs.50 per 1 km.