Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Colombo 02 February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Colombo 02](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-02-Hotels.d553248635976383924.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Colombo 02 Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Colombo-02.d553248635976383924.Car-Hire-Guide)[Colombo 02 Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-02.d553248635976383924.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Colombo 02 ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Colombo 02 Types of activities [Colombo 02 travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-02.dx553248635976383924) ![Overlooking the Beira Lake in the heart of Colombo, at sunset. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/175ffb7f-e145-46bc-9857-3962f96e4415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Overlooking the Beira Lake in the heart of Colombo, at sunset. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/175ffb7f-e145-46bc-9857-3962f96e4415.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#Reflections...the sunset reflection on the ocean was really something! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/c06f9bf7-768c-4719-acff-520cefa6ccb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gangaramaya temple is situated just 1km away from the heart of Colombo. I highly recommend you to visit this place if you find yourself in Sri Lanka. You will witness thousands of temples while you are traveling around Sri Lanka. All those temples are influenced by Theravada. But, Gangaramaya temple is influenced by a mixture of Theravada and Mahayana and it's really a nice place. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/2b677267-81b1-42d5-8b15-678add07e1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Vesak - the festival celebrating Lord Buddha's birth. The streets are full of beautifully lit pandals featuring lanterns like these. The whole city is lit up - it's like fairyland ! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/acd8a841-6441-4056-9885-29156c06a778.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Colombo 02 Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Colombo 02 has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Colombo 02, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Colombo 02 with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Colombo 02 Colombo 02 is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Colombo 02, and make it a breeze to explore Colombo 02 and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Colombo 02 to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Colombo 02, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Colombo 02. #### Colombo 02 attractions Colombo 02 has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Colombo 02 to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Colombo 02. Looking for things to do in Colombo 02 can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. 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[Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635976383924) ## Recommended things to do in Colombo 02 | Number of things to do | 531 | | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Kandy Private City Tour With Local Guide](/things-to-do/kandy-private-city-tour-with-local-guide.a47937897.activity-details): £6 | | Top 5 things to do | [Udawalawe National Park Half Day Jeep Safari (Private Tour)](/things-to-do/half-day-private-tour-to-udawalawe-national-park-jeep-safari.a46947800.activity-details)[Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day](/things-to-do/private-car-hire-with-driver-guide-for-01-day.a2395817.activity-details)[Colombo City Tour By Tuk Tuk Sightseeing -Entry Tickets Included](/things-to-do/colombo-sightseeing-tour-by-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a46986099.activity-details)[Tuk Tuk Private Safari Tour Exploring Sri Lanka's Capital Colombo](/things-to-do/tuk-tuk-private-safari-tour-exploring-sri-lankas-capital-colombo.a5144438.activity-details)[Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting](/things-to-do/colombo-city-tour-with-historical-places-all-inclusive.a46269199.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting](/things-to-do/colombo-city-tour-with-historical-places-all-inclusive.a46269199.activity-details)[Colombo: City Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk with Pickup](/things-to-do/colombo-city-sightseeing-tour-by-tuk-tuk-with-pickup.a47692322.activity-details)[Guided Colombo Half-Day City Tour](/things-to-do/guided-colombo-half-day-city-tour.a4513916.activity-details)[Colombo Express Food Tour with 9 + Tastings](/things-to-do/street-food-tour-by-tuk-tuk.a2333052.activity-details)[Colombo Tuk Tuk City Tour Hotel Pickup and Drop Service](/things-to-do/colombo-tuk-tuk-city-tour-hotel-pickup-and-drop-service.a1274843.activity-details) | | With kids | [Udawalawe National Park Half Day Jeep Safari (Private Tour)](/things-to-do/half-day-private-tour-to-udawalawe-national-park-jeep-safari.a46947800.activity-details)[Colombo City Tour By Tuk Tuk Sightseeing -Entry Tickets Included](/things-to-do/colombo-sightseeing-tour-by-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a46986099.activity-details)[Tuk Tuk Private Safari Tour Exploring Sri Lanka's Capital Colombo](/things-to-do/tuk-tuk-private-safari-tour-exploring-sri-lankas-capital-colombo.a5144438.activity-details)[Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting](/things-to-do/colombo-city-tour-with-historical-places-all-inclusive.a46269199.activity-details)[TuK TuK COLOMBO CITY TOUR](/things-to-do/negombo-city-tour-from-colombo-with-lunch.a5076180.activity-details) | ## What to do in Colombo 02 --- ### Popular places to visit ![Beautiful Colombo city buildings and skyline in Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974766275/8e75d0b8-8577-4835-b941-cbc96ebf193c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colombo City Centre You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02\. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colombo-City-Centre-Colombo-02.d553248635974766275.Attraction) ![#Reflections...the sunset reflection on the ocean was really something! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/c06f9bf7-768c-4719-acff-520cefa6ccb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Galle Face Green After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03\. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Galle-Face-Green-Colombo.d6228088.Attraction) ![Gopuram tower of Hindu Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6121038/63985d0b-5289-4f26-a2b1-308366094226.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pettah Market You can search for that perfect souvenir at Pettah Market during your trip to Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Pettah-Market-Fort.d6121038.Attraction) ![Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Colombo, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6330818/8ef89c33-9c18-4c59-a5c4-18cfcaae1c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall Find out about the history of Colombo 07 with a stop at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bandaranaike-Memorial-International-Conference-Hall-Colombo.d6330818.Attraction) ![Gangaramaya temple is situated just 1km away from the heart of Colombo. I highly recommend you to visit this place if you find yourself in Sri Lanka. You will witness thousands of temples while you are traveling around Sri Lanka. All those temples are influenced by Theravada. But, Gangaramaya temple is influenced by a mixture of Theravada and Mahayana and it's really a nice place. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/2b677267-81b1-42d5-8b15-678add07e1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gangaramaya Temple After visiting Gangaramaya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 02\. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gangaramaya-Temple-Colombo-02.d6228078.Attraction) ![Hong Kong Waffles now available at One Galle Face Mall, WAFL Sri Lanka doing a great job and glad to see more and more foreign brands opening up in the Mall. Located LG at One Galle Face In the picture is a Nutella and KitKat Waffle which was priced at 1180/- LKR #trover #whatshot #foodies #troverfoodies #waffles #eeeeats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/8b67863c-cebe-4891-a747-1f180e2671ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### One Galle Face You can search for that perfect souvenir at One Galle Face during your stay in Colombo 03\. [](https://expedia.co.uk/One-Galle-Face-Colombo.d553248635998085741.Attraction) ![Nice surronding within Colombo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/4a249466-8251-4f6b-90a7-80591bee16d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct during your visit to Colombo. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dutch-Hospital-Shopping-Precinct-Fort.d6228072.Attraction) #### R. Premadasa Stadium Catch an event at R. Premadasa Stadium during your trip to Colombo 10\. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/R-Premadasa-Stadium-Colombo-10.d6121028.Attraction) #### Nawaloka Hospital If Nawaloka Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Colombo 02\. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Nawaloka-Hospital-Colombo.d553248621579093725.Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Colombo 02 ![Colombo showing heritage elements and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/671dd5e4-1178-420a-b2e2-9214549c9df2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colombo ![The boys waiting patiently for the poya parade to start...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/1049c3b0-dd1f-40d9-8e3c-1f820214df29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colombo 10 ![🛤](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/865f2b3f-f97a-4a18-ab2a-57bd95300976.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colombo 09 ![Independence Square in Colombo.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/869/4128d78c-c392-4189-8a0e-f051617c1064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kurunduwatta ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Colombo 02 worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Colombo 02? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Colombo 02? ### Is three days enough to stay in Colombo 02? ### Is Colombo 02 a walkable neighbourhood? ### What are some activities to do in Colombo 02 with kids? > - [Udawalawe National Park Half Day Jeep Safari (Private Tour)](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-private-tour-to-udawalawe-national-park-jeep-safari.a46947800.activity-details) > - [Colombo City Tour By Tuk Tuk Sightseeing -Entry Tickets Included](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/colombo-sightseeing-tour-by-tuk-tuk-city-tour.a46986099.activity-details) > - [Tuk Tuk Private Safari Tour Exploring Sri Lanka's Capital Colombo](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tuk-tuk-private-safari-tour-exploring-sri-lankas-capital-colombo.a5144438.activity-details) > - [Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/colombo-city-tour-with-historical-places-all-inclusive.a46269199.activity-details) > - [TuK TuK COLOMBO CITY TOUR](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/negombo-city-tour-from-colombo-with-lunch.a5076180.activity-details) ### What to do in Colombo 02 for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Colombo 02? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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