Title: Fort Galle Travel Guide: Best of Fort Galle, Galle Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Fort Galle](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Galle-Galle-Hotels.0-n553248635976395938-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Galle](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Galle.d6025764.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Galle](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Galle.d6025764.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Fort Galle Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Fort-Galle.d553248635976395938.Car-Hire-Guide)[Fort Galle Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Fort-Galle.d553248635976395938.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Fort Galle Travel Guide ## Galle ![The lighthouse at Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/cc21d393-909e-48f8-a474-10d61bdf271e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The lighthouse at Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/cc21d393-909e-48f8-a474-10d61bdf271e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The dog also enjoying sunset :)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/8b20c28e-a1ea-46ff-9619-c19b21046985.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Unesco site, Galle Fort, in Sri Lanka ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/c39330de-e707-465a-a49f-915332ae782b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/eec7cf2b-0b6f-446c-8b4c-c11c39a3713e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Fort Galle Things to do Hotels Where to stay --- ### Popular places to visit ![The lighthouse at Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/cc21d393-909e-48f8-a474-10d61bdf271e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Fort 4.5/5(70 reviews) Find out about the history of Fort Galle when you take a trip to Galle Fort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Fort-Fort-Galle.d6121052.Attraction) ![The clock tower in Galle Fort ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6025764/b7f84c83-354a-4315-967a-bca6419ccfa4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Clock Tower 4/5(26 reviews) Learn about the local history of Galle when you take a trip to Galle Clock Tower. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Clock-Tower-Galle.d553248621532738532.Attraction) #### Galle Lighthouse 4/5(59 reviews) You can learn about the history of Galle with a trip to Galle Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Lighthouse-Fort-Galle.d553248621563225448.Attraction) #### Dutch Reformed Church 4/5(14 reviews) Dutch Reformed Church is just one of the places to see in Galle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dutch-Reformed-Church-Fort-Galle.d553248621532738527.Attraction) #### Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa You can take time to visit Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa during your travels to Galle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spa-Ceylon-Boutique-Urban-Spa-Fort-Galle.d553248621532738526.Attraction) #### All Saints Anglican Church 4.5/5(4 reviews) All Saints Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Galle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/All-Saints-Anglican-Church-Fort-Galle.d553248621532738525.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Hikkaduwa/Galle/Mirissa: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47907218/2a5f7d8a-a551-4505-b8c2-954dc726735c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle/Mirissa/Tangalle: Transfer to Ella & Yala Safari £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/gallemirissatangalle-transfer-to-ella-yala-safari.a47907218.activity-details) ![Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/986989/fb87391a-4d81-4a62-9d8e-fd55b18f0ad0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident £11 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galle-fort-walking-tour-with-a-resident.a986989.activity-details) ![Dutch Fort](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1252862/9f152886-ffb3-4be5-a753-cd53d0219da7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Day Trip From Colombo £66 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/galle-day-trip-from-colombo.a1252862.activity-details) ![Madu River Boat Safari Balapitiya](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2558862/2a331199-c2f6-456b-8707-bea9ce06bd7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Madu River Boat Safari Balapitiya £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/madu-river-boat-safari-balapitiya.a2558862.activity-details) ![Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2332953/558c5836-6bd0-4c2d-9a55-3d191210ba02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat £22 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/snorkeling-on-beautiful-rock-island-unawatuna-by-boat.a2332953.activity-details) ![Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48169310/fd92db82-0c79-45aa-858e-48989d3d758e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hikkaduwa/Galle/Weligama/Mirissa: Yala National Park Safari £62 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/hikkaduwagalleweligamamirissa-yala-national-park-safari.a48169310.activity-details) [See all activities in Galle](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Galle.d6025764.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Fort Galle ![The Dutch Bungalow](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105360000/105351600/105351588/ebb103e0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Dutch Bungalow 5 Church Cross St Galle SP £88 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) The Dutch Bungalow in Galle Fort is perfectly located with easy access to everything in the old town. The rooms are clean, spacious, and very comfortable. The staff are extremely polite and hospitable, making you feel genuinely welcome throughout your stay. The local Sri Lankan breakfast served in ... Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=105351588&PinnedHotelID=105351588&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395938) ![The Fort Printers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9480000/9478400/9478316/746b2688_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Fort Printers 39 Pedlar Street Galle £155 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (180 reviews) Lovely staff, central location, and fine food Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=9478316&PinnedHotelID=9478316&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395938) ![The Bartizan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19420000/19411200/19411136/bca5afe2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Bartizan 77 Pedlar Street Galle £111 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located nearby. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews) The rooms were clean and tidy the staff were excellent and really couldn’t do enough for us. A good selection of breakfast choices. Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=19411136&PinnedHotelID=19411136&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395938) ![The Fort House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100120000/100118300/100118231/9b242160_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Fort House 72 Church St Galle SP £102 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Lighthouse are located nearby. 9.8/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews) Great place to stay. Feels like a B&B, cozy. Great location next to my favorite ice cream shop. AC and fan are powerful, kept the room freezing. Warm hospitality. Would recommend. Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=100118231&PinnedHotelID=100118231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395938) ![Fort Bazaar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/15000000/14930000/14923000/14922917/92d6103d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fort Bazaar 26 Church Street, Galle Fort Galle £458 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews) Fabulous - such friendly staff Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=14922917&PinnedHotelID=14922917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395938) ![Yara Galle Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27520000/27512800/27512780/d662a027_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Yara Galle Fort 40 Middle St Galle SP £126 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Galle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Tennis Club are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (71 reviews) Staff were wonderful. Our room was ready at 1pm which was ideal so we could cool down and explore galle. We had such a wonderful stay, would love to stay again Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=27512780&PinnedHotelID=27512780&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976395938) [See all 1,999 properties in Fort Galle](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635976395938) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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