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Colombo Walking Tour highlights

Embark on this fun walking tour in the capital city of Sri Lanka
Visit attractions like Fort, the Old Dutch hospital, & Old Dutch Museum
Explore the bustling streets of Pettah & some of busiest markets of Colombo
Witness a calming view from the top of the famous lighthouse of the city
Learn about city's colonial heritage with the help of English speaking guide

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Galadari Hotel

64 Lotus Rd, Colombo 00100, Sri Lanka

Colombo Walking Tour cancellation_policy

If cancellation is made 15 days or more before the date of travel, 50.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made between 7 days to 15 days before the date of travel, 75.0% of total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
If cancellation is made within 7 days before the date of travel, total booking cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.

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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.

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Colombo Walking Tour faqs

How to use the booking voucher?

You can instantly start the booking process online, once done, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours along with a voucher. You can notify us via email in case you haven’t received the confirmation email, however, it is advised to check your Spam folder once before raising the concern.

Please remember that the validity of this tour is only active on the date mentioned and time specified. You can show either an e-voucher (on your mobile phone) or can get the voucher printed for this activity.

Is food included in this package?

Yes. Meals are included on the Colombo Walking Tour. If you take the morning tour which starts at 9 AM, you will be treated with fresh and super healthy breakfast platter. Similarly, if you opt for the afternoon tour which commends at 1:30 PM, you will be served hot and wholesome lunch. And if you go for the evening tour that begins at 5 PM then dinner is provided to you. Your guide will take you to a local food court where you can avail your meals.

Are we covering any historical place in this package?

Yes. Columbo walking tour covers historical places such as old parliament house, ancient building sites like the Old Dutch Museum in this itinerary. You also get to explore the ancient and famed Gangaramaya Temple which encompasses a library, a museum and some gilded souvenirs inside the complex.

The significant Fort area has colonial-styled buildings such as The Stock Exchange and the World Trade Centre. As you saunter the cobbled sidewalks of the Fort area, you will soon stumble upon the oldest building in the city- The Dutch Hospital. The Dutch hospital dates back to the 7th century and is very well toured in this package.

What are the popular attractions in Colombo?

There are myriads of places to visit in Colombo, almost all of which are covered in this walking tour such as:

- The Old Dutch Museum

- The famous Gangaramaya Temple

- The vibrant streets of Pettah and Fort area

- The Old Dutch Hospital which is now a lively mall

- Galle Face, a seaside urban park sprawling across 5 hactare of land

- The World Trade Center, a fine example of colonial buildings in the Fort area

- Beira Lake

- Port of Colombo

Are we covering any shopping markets in this tour?

The bustling streets of Pettah also knowns as ‘Pita Kotuwa’ and Fort area are two of the very famous places to shop around in Colombo. The tour covers both the places extensively but one must prepare to walk more than you regularly while exploring these markets.

What is the famous street food in Colombo?

The unique blend of exotic spices, a variety of creamy curries and wholesome flavours of Colombo brings a very authentic food experience to the visitors. The assorted list of food from the lively streets of Sri Lanka can be listed as:

- Dal curry

- String hoppers

- Kottu Roti

- Egg hoppers

- Samosas

- Woodapple

- Pani Pol A range of seafood such as prawns, crabs, butterfish, snapper, lobster and squid cooked in rich curries.

Which temples we can see in Colombo walking tour?

One of the oldest Buddhist Temple in Colombo, the famous Gangaramaya Temple is included in the tour itinerary.

I have a child, Can I go for Colombo walking tour?

As the tour requires one to walk around the historical places and old streets, kids under the age of 8 are not allowed.

Which are the best streets in Colombo?

The Pettah market situated in the outer Fort area is segregated into several streets catering to various needs of people. Besides the main street that is lined with branded showrooms such as ‘Ranjanas’ and ‘Visakamals,’ the other following streets are:

- First Cross Street - Famous for electronic goods.

- Second Cross Street - Sells a mix of cosmetics, perfumes, electrical home appliances, jewellery and fabric stores.

- Third Cross Street - Flooded with vivid fabrics stores owned by retailers and wholesale dealers.

- Fourth and Fifth Cross Street - Both are famous as the food streets, selling tea, spices, vegetables and encompass a string of eateries.

- Malwatte Road - Offers a collection of shoes, bags, and suitcases, etc. The other streets which can be considered after Pettah are Maliban street, Sea street, China street, Dam street, Prince street, etc.

How much would the Colombo walking tour cost?

The average cost of a Colombo walking tour is INR 1700. There are many variants of Colombo city walk packages available and the price varies depending on the inclusions like food, drinks and the guide accompanying you

Some of these Colombo walks take you on a historical journey through the Portugese, Dutch and British eras and you can witness the cultural impact of that on the beautiful architecture adorning the city.

What are the popular things to do during the Colombo walking tour?

Colombo is the coastal capital city of Srilanka located on the west coast of the island. It is a colorful city that has a layer of modern architecture along with its famous colonial era architecture.

Some of the popular things to do during a Colombo walking tour include :

- A visit to the Colombo Lighthouse and Clocktower and gazing at the endless ocean and wondering at the charm of colonial architecture.

- Having a traditional Srilankan breakfast and enjoying the burst of flavors.

- A walk through the markets of Pettah on a shopping expedition.

- A visit to the Grand Red Mosque.

- A visit to the famous Gangaramaya Temple.

- Sipping a drink from the famous King Coconut.

How do I get to the start point of the Colombo walking tour?

The start point of the Colombo walking tour would be the old Dutch Hospital precinct and can be accessed by tuk-tuk or cabs from your hotel in Colombo. The Colombo city walk will take you through some of the famous places of tourist interest in Colombo city.

What are the other inclusions in the package?

The inclusions in the Colombo walking tour package are :

- Guide cum storyteller taking you on an offbeat Colombo walks experience.

- Light Sri Lankan Breakfast

- Lunch or Evening Tea + Pot of Tea + King Coconut while we walk