Western Province Travel Guide

Sri Lanka

A row of bronze Buddha statues by a calm body of water, with traditional architecture in the background.
A series of Buddha statues by a body of water with a city skyline in the background.
A red and white patterned building with multiple domes and intricate architectural details.
A cityscape with a prominent tower, a river, and surrounding greenery.
A detailed architectural facade with intricate patterns and a central arched entrance.

Popular cities in Western Province

A large, classical building with multiple arches and a red roof, surrounded by a parking lot and a grassy area.
Colombo
Known for Sea, Sports and Cafes
Colonial charm and Buddhist spirituality mix with beachside entertainment, bustling shopping districts and a love of cricket in Sri Lanka’s coastal capital.

Reasons to visit

  • Colombo City Centre
  • Pettah Market
  • Galle Face Green
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A church with two towers and a bell tower, set against a sunset sky.
Negombo
Known for Beaches, Seafood and Diving
Experience relaxing Negombo: its diving, beaches, adventures and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Negombo Beach
  • Angurukaramulla Temple
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A sandy beach with several small boats lined up, a person on a quad bike, and a few individuals standing by the water's edge.
Mount Lavinia
Known for Beaches, Dining and Sea
Love zoos, beaches and sunsets? Get away to Mount Lavinia!

Reasons to visit

  • Dehiwala Zoological Garden
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A couple walking on a beach at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water.
Beruwala
Head to sights like Moragalla Beach and Beruwela Harbour as you discover Beruwala.

Reasons to visit

  • Moragalla Beach
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A traditional pavilion with a blue tiled roof, a statue of a reclining figure, and a calm water body reflecting the structures.
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte
Known for Bird watching, Wildlife and Culture
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte awaits: its wildlife, culture, dining and more!
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A beach with two boats, one red and white and one blue and yellow, and the sun setting over the ocean.
Seeduwa - Katunayake
Known for Friendly people, Gardens and Relaxing
Experience relaxing Seeduwa - Katunayake: its gardens, spas, bars and more!
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A cityscape with modern skyscrapers, a body of water, and a traditional pavilion.

Colombo City Centre

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You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02.
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