What to do in North Central Province

Activities, attractions and tours

Ancient ruins with tall stone columns and a central structure.
Ancient stone steps with intricate carvings and a seated Buddha statue at the top.
A large, domed structure with a conical roof, surrounded by a fence and a small pond reflecting the building.
A large, dome-shaped building with a red roof, flanked by white structures with domes, in a sandy area with trees.
A large stone Buddha statue with a serene expression, surrounded by lush greenery and a body of water.

Things to do

Minneriya Safari: Morning Birds or Afternoon Herds

Minneriya Safari: Morning Birds or Afternoon Herds

£29
per adult
Minneriya Safari: Morning Birds or Afternoon Herds
Minneriya: Full-Day 4x4 Safari, Secret Trails & Jungle Lunch

Minneriya National Park: Full Day - Half Day Safari

£29
per adult
Minneriya National Park: Full Day - Half Day Safari
Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla

Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla

£20
per adult
Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla
Sigiriya & Dambulla: Tuk Tuk Day Tour

Sigiriya & Dambulla: Tuk Tuk Day Tour

£16
per adult
Sigiriya & Dambulla: Tuk Tuk Day Tour
safari

Minneriya Kaudulla or Hurulu Eco Park Safari

£26
per adult
Minneriya Kaudulla or Hurulu Eco Park Safari
Sigiriya

Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka

£56
per adult
Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka
Picture 5 for Activity Sigiriya Village Safari by Tuk Tuk, Catamaran Ride & Lunch

Sigiriya Village Safari by Tuk Tuk, Catamaran Ride & Lunch

£30
per adult
Sigiriya Village Safari by Tuk Tuk, Catamaran Ride & Lunch
Grown Elephants Providing the Protection for A Baby

Safari Tour at Minneriya National Park

£57
per adult
Safari Tour at Minneriya National Park
Anuradhapura Private Ancient City Day Tour

Anuradhapura Private Ancient City Day Tour

£21
per adult
Anuradhapura Private Ancient City Day Tour
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Ruwanwelisaya

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You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura when you stop by Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.
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Where to stay in North Central Province

Find the best North Central Province areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Kaduruwela

Though Kaduruwela may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Gal Viharaya.

A rustic outdoor market stall with a corrugated metal roof, a wooden bench, and a woman standing behind a counter.
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Wijayapura

While there might not be top attractions in Wijayapura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nuwara Wewa and Ruwanwelisaya.

 

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Day trip destinations from North Central Province

A large brick dome structure with a smaller brick building on top, set against a partly cloudy sky.

Anuradhapura

Ancient stone columns and intricate carvings in a historical site.

Polonnaruwa

Ancient ruins with a large water tank, terraced steps, and a view of distant mountains and forests.

Sigiriya