Colombo Walking Tour Highlights
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Embark on this fun walking tour in the capital city of Sri Lanka
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Visit attractions like Fort, the Old Dutch hospital, & Old Dutch Museum
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Explore the bustling streets of Pettah & some of busiest markets of Colombo
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Witness a calming view from the top of the famous lighthouse of the city
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Learn about city's colonial heritage with the help of English speaking guide
Colombo Walking Tour Overview
Activity Location: Colombo
Activity Timings: 4 Hours
Activity Timings:
- 9:00 AM
- 1:30 PM
- 5:00 PM
Meeting Point: Galadari Hotel, 64 Lotus Rd, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka
About Colombo Walking Tour With Guide:
Offering a blend of modern life, colonial buildings and monuments, Colombo is a busy and vibrant city that is the capital of Sri Lanka. Colombo symbolizes a combination of cultural history seeped in old-world manors and contemporary buildings in the form of markets, malls, beachfront shacks, etc. that attracts a significant number of tourists throughout the year.
Enjoy this city sightseeing tour of Colombo, the bustling capital of Sri Lanka. An informative guide will accompany you throughout the tour and take you to major highlights such as the Colombo Lighthouse, the Largest Chandelier in South East Asia, and more. End your tour with some happy and lasting memories.
About the Activity:
- Arrive at the meeting point as per the time slots that you have booked.
- Meet with your tour guide at the entrance of Galadari Hotel for a brief introduction to the city, then begin exploring the city's engaged streets.
- Get a chance to know about the city's colonial chronology as you explore it with your local, English-speaking tour guide.
- Explore the outside streets of Pettah, see the streets are loaded with a variety of goods, from textiles to electronics, to spices and souvenirs.
- Head to the Old Dutch museum, and witness the immaculate architecture of the mansion.
- Walk in some of the busiest streets of Colombo and see attractions like Fort, the Old Dutch hospital, and numerous restaurants, bars, and shops.
- Head to the lighthouse to spend some soothing moments all by yourself and enjoy the view from the top.
- The package is inclusive of meals such as breakfast/lunch/dinner that will be offered as per the time slots that you avail.
How to reach?
The meeting point from which the tour will be commenced is the entrance of Galadari Hotel which is located at a distance of 2.5 km from the city center of Colombo city.
- By Train: Closest train station is the Fort railway station, which is located at a distance of 1.2 km from the meeting point.
- By Cab: The best way to get to the meet-up point is by local cab or tuk-tuk. There are many online and telephonic cab services available in the city.
Note: Children 0-8 years of age are not allowed on the tour since it involves a considerable amount of walking.
Select Package Options
Walking Tour
More Details about Colombo Walking Tour
Know Before You Go for Colombo Walking Tour
- Children 0-8 years of age are not allowed in the tour since it involves a considerable amount of walking.
- Ensure that you have adequate sun protection since Colombo can get hot during the day.
- The itinerary sequence is flexible and is subject to change.
- Guidelines issued by the respective State-Government are to be followed. Social distancing to be maintained. Frequent hand sanitization and use of face masks are recommended.
- This activity is not recommended for anyone with impaired physical mobility.
- The voucher is valid only on date and time specified.
- Breakfast, lunch or dinner at local restaurant (based on the selected tour)
Things To Carry for Colombo Walking Tour
- Caps
- Water bottle