Independence Square, Sri Lanka: Our most recommended tours and activities

Colombo City Tour

1. Colombo City Tour

Discover the heart and soul of Sri Lanka's capital city with a guided tour of Colombo. This bustling metropolis is home to a myriad of vibrant colors, sounds, and flavors that are just waiting to be experienced. As you explore the city's streets, you'll be introduced to the rich history, diverse cultures, and stunning natural beauty that the city has to offer. From magnificent temples and ancient landmarks to impressive museums and modern shopping districts, Colombo is a treasure trove of excitement and discovery. And with your own private guide and vehicle, you'll have the freedom and flexibility to tailor your tour to your interests and pace. So if you're ready to discover Colombo's hidden gems and experience the full richness of Sri Lanka's capital city, book your tour today and let the adventure begin!

Guided Colombo Half-Day City Tour

2. Guided Colombo Half-Day City Tour

Discover both the modern and traditional areas of Colombo and learn more about the city's colonial past on this tour, from a 100-year-old clock tower to British colonial-era buildings. During this tour, visit the Old Parliament, explore the affluent residential areas and admire the Bandaranaike memorial international conference hall, a gift to Sri Lanka from the people’s republic of China. Immerse yourself in a fascinating blend of cultures, religions, and socioeconomic classes and experience daily life for Sri Lankan residents. You will see attractions such as the Sambodhi Chaithya Buddhist Temple, the lighthouse, Red Mosque, the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, the Town Hall, and Independence Square. You may also choose to visit a handicrafts emporium for a spot of shopping if you wish. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of the tour.

Colombo: City Highlights Guided Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk

3. Colombo: City Highlights Guided Private Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Visit significant highlights of Colombo such as Gangaramaya Temple the Most Visited temple in the city, the Gangaramaya Temple which organizes Sri Lanka’s largest and the most colorful Vesak festival annually. Then you will be escorted to Sri Kailawasanathan Swami DevasthanamKovil (Hindu Temple) this, Jami-UI-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque) one of Colombo’s oldest mosques. Pettah Market in Colombo’s biggest, most functional market space thereafter Independence Square, the ocean-facing promenade of Galle Face Green, Dutch hospital, and more.

Form Colombo: Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour

4. Form Colombo: Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour

Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel for the captivating Colombo city tour. Your knowledgeable host will provide a brief introduction to the tour as you set off to explore the city's prominent attractions. The tour includes a visit to the Gangarama Buddhist Temple, a significant religious site situated in the heart of Colombo. Built in the late 1800s, the temple once sprawled over a vast area and featured various exterior structures, including the Seema Malaka. Originally constructed with its foundation in the Beira Lake, the Seema Malaka exuded strength and grandeur. However, due to the swampy terrain beneath the lake, it eventually sank by 1970, becoming a fascinating underwater site. During the tour, you'll also have the opportunity to visit other notable landmarks, such as Galle Face Green, the Dutch Hospital, the Old Parliament Building, Colombo Harbour, the Slave Island area, the War Memorial, Colombo Public Library, Colombo National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Viharamahadevi Park, Town Hall, the race track shopping area, Independence Square, and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Additionally, you'll be able to admire a replica of the Aukana Buddha statue, adding to the richness of your morning city exploration. With the city tour complete, you'll be taken back to your hotel, where your journey began. The memories of this enriching exploration of Colombo's cultural and historical treasures will undoubtedly stay with you for a lifetime.

Form Colombo:Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour by Tuk-Tuk

5. Form Colombo:Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel for the captivating Colombo city tour. Your knowledgeable host will provide a brief introduction to the tour as you set off to explore the city's prominent attractions. The tour includes a visit to the Gangarama Buddhist Temple, a significant religious site situated in the heart of Colombo. Built in the late 1800s, the temple once sprawled over a vast area and featured various exterior structures, including the Seema Malaka. Originally constructed with its foundation in the Beira Lake, the Seema Malaka exuded strength and grandeur. However, due to the swampy terrain beneath the lake, it eventually sank by 1970, becoming a fascinating underwater site. During the tour, you'll also have the opportunity to visit other notable landmarks, such as Galle Face Green, the Dutch Hospital, the Old Parliament Building, Colombo Harbour, the Slave Island area, the War Memorial, Colombo Public Library, Colombo National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Viharamahadevi Park, Town Hall, the race track shopping area, Independence Square, and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Additionally, you'll be able to admire a replica of the Aukana Buddha statue, adding to the richness of your morning city exploration. With the city tour complete, you'll be taken back to your hotel, where your journey began. The memories of this enriching exploration of Colombo's cultural and historical treasures will undoubtedly stay with you for a lifetime.

Colombo City Tour with Historical Places ( All Inclusive )

6. Colombo City Tour with Historical Places ( All Inclusive )

Colombo is the capital city of Sri Lanka and its a commercial city. Also during this city tour you will explore highlights of historic places and culture of city and lifestyle. In this tour you will cover Light House Galley, Chaithya Rd, Colombo 00100, And it was built in 1950. Lighthouse Clock Tower, WRMV+V4H, Janadhipathi Mawatha, & It is very attractive and historical Place.in Colombo, Sri Lanka which was built in 18th century. Colombo Fort area You will see our old city of fort area most built by Dutch & English, Grand Oriental Hotel, 2 York St, Colombo Colombo 02, Sri Lanka, G.O.H. is the oldest hotel in Colombo. Mostly ship crews were stay in this hotel because it is next to the Colombo Port. When you go the 4th floor restaurant you can see the full view of the Colombo Port and Ships. Pettah is very busy and local street market area. Old Town Hall, Fort, Colombo Sri Lanka That also very old monastery situated middle of busy Pettah . Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, (Red Mosque), 228 2nd Cross Street, Colombo. Not many Mosque in red & white colours. But this Mosque in red & white. It is in the very busy place in the city. Hindu Temple (hindu shrine room), 430 R. A. De Mel Mawatha, Colombo, Sri Lanka is mixed religious Island. Majority of Buddhist .and Catholic and Hindu and Muslims. And this is nearly 200 years old historic Hindu Temple winch worship Goad Shiva and Ganesha . And it is very colorful. Lotus Tower Road, Lotus Tower Rd, Colombo 01000, Sri Lanka Lotus is nearly 300 Meters high . on top it is a view point and rotating restaurant. Old Parliament Building, Fort, Colombo Sri Lanka, It was the old parliament of Sri Lanka . New is shifted to out of the city. Galle Face Green, Galle Road, Colombo Sri Lanka, It is just next to the beach in Colombo. It is big ground in Green . Most of the people who live in Colombo, They come to this place to play with their kids because most of those people do not have space at their flats and apartments. Gangaramaya (Vihara) Buddhist Temple, 61 Sri Jinaratana Road, Colombo Sri Lanka.It is more famous Buddhist Temple located in Colombo city. Next to the Bara Lake. It is very historical place and very famous among the Tourist who is visiting Colombo. Town Hall, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka This also very old place but still functioning as Colombo Town Hall. It is looks like white house. Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo Sri Lanka It is the biggest park in the city for leisure. with more playing activeness for Kids. Independence Square, Colombo 00700, Sri Lanka It is a memorial place to remember our Independence Day in 1948 Feb. 04th from English. It is more relax place to spend thine. BMICH, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 00700 Sri Lanka,It is also covers very huge area with international conference halls. Then can do some local shopping , client will be transfer to High-Tea if they have booked or drop at same pick up point.

Colombo city tour by tuk tuk

7. Colombo city tour by tuk tuk

Explore the Colombo by windowless tuk tuk and traditional areas of Colombo and learn more about the city's colonial past on this tour, from a 100-year-old clock tower to British colonial-era buildings. During this tour, visit the Old Parliament, explore the affluent residential areas and admire the Bandaranaike memorial international conference hall, a gift to Sri Lanka from the people’s republic of China. Immerse yourself in a fascinating blend of cultures, religions, and socioeconomic classes and experience daily life for Sri Lankan residents. You will see attractions such as the Sambodhi Chaithya Buddhist Temple, the lighthouse, Red Mosque, the Gangaramaya Buddhist Temple, the Town Hall, and Independence Square. You may also choose to visit a handicrafts emporium for a spot of shopping if you wish. Get dropped off back at your hotel at the end of the tour.

Form Negombo: Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour

8. Form Negombo: Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour

Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel for the captivating Colombo city tour. Your knowledgeable host will provide a brief introduction to the tour as you set off to explore the city's prominent attractions. The tour includes a visit to the Gangarama Buddhist Temple, a significant religious site situated in the heart of Colombo. Built in the late 1800s, the temple once sprawled over a vast area and featured various exterior structures, including the Seema Malaka. Originally constructed with its foundation in the Beira Lake, the Seema Malaka exuded strength and grandeur. However, due to the swampy terrain beneath the lake, it eventually sank by 1970, becoming a fascinating underwater site. During the tour, you'll also have the opportunity to visit other notable landmarks, such as Galle Face Green, the Dutch Hospital, the Old Parliament Building, Colombo Harbour, the Slave Island area, the War Memorial, Colombo Public Library, Colombo National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Viharamahadevi Park, Town Hall, the race track shopping area, Independence Square, and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Additionally, you'll be able to admire a replica of the Aukana Buddha statue, adding to the richness of your morning city exploration. With the city tour complete, you'll be taken back to your hotel, where your journey began. The memories of this enriching exploration of Colombo's cultural and historical treasures will undoubtedly stay with you for a lifetime.

Form Negombo:Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour by Tuk-Tuk

9. Form Negombo:Morning or Evening Colombo City Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Your day begins with a pick-up from your hotel for the captivating Colombo city tour. Your knowledgeable host will provide a brief introduction to the tour as you set off to explore the city's prominent attractions. The tour includes a visit to the Gangarama Buddhist Temple, a significant religious site situated in the heart of Colombo. Built in the late 1800s, the temple once sprawled over a vast area and featured various exterior structures, including the Seema Malaka. Originally constructed with its foundation in the Beira Lake, the Seema Malaka exuded strength and grandeur. However, due to the swampy terrain beneath the lake, it eventually sank by 1970, becoming a fascinating underwater site. During the tour, you'll also have the opportunity to visit other notable landmarks, such as Galle Face Green, the Dutch Hospital, the Old Parliament Building, Colombo Harbour, the Slave Island area, the War Memorial, Colombo Public Library, Colombo National Museum, Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre, Viharamahadevi Park, Town Hall, the race track shopping area, Independence Square, and the Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Additionally, you'll be able to admire a replica of the Aukana Buddha statue, adding to the richness of your morning city exploration. With the city tour complete, you'll be taken back to your hotel, where your journey began. The memories of this enriching exploration of Colombo's cultural and historical treasures will undoubtedly stay with you for a lifetime.

Private night cycling tour in Colombo

10. Private night cycling tour in Colombo

17.30  Arrive at Independence Square where you will meet your cycling guide and familiarize with the cycling equipment & safety briefing. You will be provided with a helmet, safety glasses (on request), night-lights, illuminators, reflector vests, as safety & comfort is our number one priority. 17.45 Your guide will take you on a memorable night cycling tour to explore the beautiful city of Colombo including the sightseeing of Independence Memorial, Lunatic Asylum, Race Course, Municipal Building & Victoria Park, Gangaramaya & Seema Malakaya, Slave Island, Dutch Hospital, Grand Oriental Hotel, and many more historical and important landmarks and places that make an interesting tapestry of the life within the city limits of Colombo Later your paddling excursion will follow the path to explore the Prison Cell of the last Sri Lankan King, Lighthouse with Clock Tower designed by Lady Ward (built before the Big Ben in London), Galle Face Promenade with cannons of World War II and South Expansion of the Colombo Harbour. 21.45 Arrive at Galle face Green, the seafront leisure park where you will feel the pleasure of the sea breeze before concluding your tour. 

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3.8 / 5

based on 20 reviews

Guide was 30 min late but understandable with traffic. We were expecting a group tour but it turned out to be private. Driving around town in a small car with A/C was worth the cost. We drove past many attractions and stopped at a few. It only took 2 hrs to complete the tour but it’s because we chose not to spend a lot of time at each stop. The heat was too much for us. Definitely worth the cost. We had planned to take a tuktuk around town on our own to places we chose but glad we took the tour instead.