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Our Top 5 Favourite Tours in Colombo

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Colombo Walking Tour: Highlights & Hidden Gems

Discover Colombo on foot with a local guide who knows every backstreet and story. You will cover the must-see landmarks and stumble upon places most visitors never find.

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Colombo Food Tour: Street Food & Local Favourites

Eat your way through Colombo with a local foodie as your guide. From bustling markets to tucked-away restaurants, taste the dishes the city is truly known for.

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Best of Colombo: Skip-the-Line Top Attractions

Skip the queues and get straight into Colombo's top attractions with pre-booked access. An expert guide brings each site to life with stories and context you would not get on your own.

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Day Trip from Colombo: Scenic Excursion

Escape Colombo for the day and explore the stunning surroundings. Transport, guide, and itinerary are all sorted so you can relax and enjoy the scenery.

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Colombo Cultural Experience: History & Traditions

Go beyond sightseeing and connect with Colombo's living culture. From hands-on workshops to historic neighbourhood walks, this is the side of the city most travellers miss.

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Top 3 Areas to Stay in Colombo

Liveliest areas for nightlife, culture, and entertainment

Kollupitiya (Colombo 3)

A bustling urban hub with a mix of residential, commercial, and entertainment spaces.

Our top picks in Kollupitiya (Colombo 3)

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Marino Beach Colombo$$$

Modern hotel offering stunning ocean views and rooftop amenities.

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The Tamarind Tree Hotel$$

Charming boutique hotel with a tranquil atmosphere and a focus on Sri Lankan art.

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Hilton Colombo Residences$$$

Serviced apartments offering spacious living and hotel amenities.

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Fort

The historic and commercial heart, blending colonial architecture with modern business.

Our top picks in Fort

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The Kingsbury Colombo$$$

Luxury hotel with ocean views and excellent dining options.

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Cinnamon Grand Colombo$$$

A large, well-established hotel with multiple restaurants and extensive facilities.

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Grand Oriental Hotel$$

Historic hotel offering a glimpse into colonial-era charm with harbor views.

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Cinnamon Gardens (Colombo 7)

An upscale, leafy residential area known for its colonial mansions, embassies, and cultural institutions.

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Galle Face Hotel$$$

Iconic colonial hotel overlooking the Indian Ocean, steeped in history.

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The Wallawwa$$$

Luxurious boutique hotel set in a historic manor house, offering a tranquil escape.

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Cinnamon Red Colombo$$

Modern, stylish hotel with a popular rooftop bar and city views.

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