Half day
Colombo City Highlights
A private half-day introduction to Colombo: Pettah’s bazaars, Gangaramaya Temple, the colonial Fort and sunset at Galle Face Green.
Day tour · from Colombo
Colombo by Night
See Colombo lit up: the seafront, illuminated temples and colonial buildings, and a dinner stop of your choice.
- Length
- Half day (about 3 hours)
- Departs from
- Colombo
- Activity level
- Easy
- Price
- On request
At a glance
- Good for
- Couples, Friends & small groups, Solo travellers
- Best time
- Year-round, evenings.
Colombo is cooler and calmer after dark. This short evening drive visits the lit-up Seema Malaka, the seafront at Galle Face and the colonial Fort, ending at a restaurant or your hotel.
How the day runs
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18:30
Galle Face Green
Seafront in the evening.
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19:15
Seema Malaka
The lakeside pavilion illuminated.
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20:00
Dinner
At a restaurant of your choice (not included).
Timings are a guide; your driver adjusts them to traffic, weather and your pace.
Included
- ✓ Private air-conditioned vehicle and driver
- ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off
- ✓ Fuel, tolls and parking
Not included
- ✕ Entrance fees and activity tickets (quoted separately)
- ✕ Meals unless stated
- ✕ Tips
What to bring
- Clothing covering shoulders and knees for temples
- Sun protection and water
- Comfortable shoes
Pickup & good to know
Pickup from your hotel at a time agreed with you. Tell us where you are staying when you enquire.
Ask about this day tour
Tell us your date and where you are staying. We confirm pickup time and availability personally.
Updated . Travel conditions change — we confirm details when we plan your trip.
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