Colombo Free Tour Through History & Culture

9.8
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Provided by: Don
Duration
3 hours
Meeting point
Nelum pokuna theater, colombo 07
Languages
English
From €0
Tip based
Free Booking. Free Cancellation.
No fixed price — pay what you feel the tour is worth.

Overview

Colombo, largest and busiest city. Portuguese/Dutch and British colonized here, you can see their legacy still around the city, and it's home to multinational and all religious people in the country. I chose the oldest and most important part of the city.

Important before booking.

* If you have Low Mobility or a problem with walking, this tour is not suitable. The more you walk, the more you can experience.
• Colombo is Hot in daytime, so pls bring Sunscreen/ Sunglasses / Water Bottles/Light luggage
• Please bring clothes to cover Shoulder and Knees when entering the Temple (entrant's ticket 500/= Rs for each)
* We do not wait for the late comers. The tour is professional and starts on time.
* Important Facts about GEM's in Sri Lanka can be provided according to request
* The duration of the tour (3–3.5 hrs) is indicative, as it depends on the pace of the group

This is not just a walking tour; I am a National Licensed Tourist Guide conducting an informative tour. Fair TIP range is 15–50 euros for one Person, but you are free to decide the amount you pay according to your satisfaction. Let's meet once, and I will guarantee a truly memorable walking experience in your life
Tour Conditions
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible
Minimum Attendees
No minimum attendees
Children
Suitable for families with children
Extra Fees
Extra cost is required
Pets
Not allowed
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This activity includes:

  • The Old Town Hall Building
  • Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksha Theatre
  • Dutch Hospital - Shopping Precinct
  • Viharamahadevi Park
  • Gangaramaya Temple
  • Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, කොලඹ කොටුව රතු පල්ලිය
  • Gangarama Sima Malaka
  • Pettah Market
  • National Art Gallery
  • York Street Collective
  • Colombo National Museum
  • King Sri Wickrama Rajasinghe's Prison Room
  • President's House - Sri Lanka
  • Lighthouse Clock Tower

Meeting point

Nelum pokuna theater, colombo 07

On arrival

The meeting point will be at "Nelum Pokuna Theater, Colombo 7". I am wearing my National Tour Guide License Tag in front of the Gate - A. Please be there 10 minutes before the scheduled starting time.

Things to note

You must be physically fit enough to walk 3km. Also, if we are going into a Buddhist temple, please bring clothes to cover your shoulders and knees. Rs 500/= for each entrance ticket of the Temple.

How can the tour be free?

Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.

Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.

Rating
9.8
Organisation
9.9
Atmosphere
10.0
Content
9.8
Guide
10.0
Usefulness
9.9
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Free Cancellation

You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.

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