Colombo Attractions
Discover the best places to visit in Colombo — from historic temples and colonial architecture to vibrant markets and modern landmarks.
Pettah Market
Colombo's Vibrant Bazaar
One of South Asia's most colourful street markets, Pettah buzzes with spice vendors, fabric stalls, electronics shops an
Red Mosque (Jami Ul-Alfar)
Colonial-Era Islamic Landmark
Built in 1909, the stunning red-and-white striped Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque is one of Colombo's most photographed landmarks.
Gangaramaya Temple
Sacred Buddhist Sanctuary
A sprawling Buddhist complex beside Beira Lake, Gangaramaya Temple blends Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian and Chinese architect
Lotus Tower
South Asia's Tallest Tower
At 356 metres, the Colombo Lotus Tower is South Asia's tallest freestanding structure and Colombo's most dramatic landma
Galle Face Green
Colombo's Beloved Seafront Promenade
Stretching half a kilometre along the Indian Ocean, Galle Face Green is Colombo's favourite gathering spot. Locals fly k
Independence Square
Monument to Freedom
The Independence Memorial Hall commemorates Sri Lanka's independence from British rule in 1948. Set within beautifully m
Colombo Port City
Sri Lanka's Futuristic New District
Rising from reclaimed land beside Colombo Harbour, Port City is Sri Lanka's most ambitious urban development. This gleam
Old Parliament
Colonial Grandeur on the Sea
The Old Parliament building, now the Presidential Secretariat, is one of the finest colonial buildings in Asia. Built in