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35 tours in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in English and other languages

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Colombo Tour Through History & Culture Free Tour

9.9 (52)

Discover Colombo’s vibrant heart! Join this 3-hour walking tour through Colombo Fort and Pettah to explore colonial history, bustling markets, and the city’s rich cultural tapestry. Experience the real pulse of Sri Lanka’s capital.

Provided by Indika

3 hours

9:30 AM, 3:00 PM +1 More +1 More

3 hours

9:30 AM, 3:00 PM +1 More +1 More

From €0 Tip based

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Colombo City Highlights Tour

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Discover Colombo’s vibrant charm on a guided tour! Explore iconic landmarks, lively markets, and cultural gems with a local expert. Enjoy a personalized experience, ask questions, and immerse yourself in the city’s rich history. Don't miss out!

Provided by Kingfisher Tours Sri Lanka

3h 30min

8:00 AM, 9:30 AM

3h 30min

8:00 AM, 9:30 AM

From €50.00

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SriLanka Shore Excursion by Genuine Srilankans

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Private Colombo tour for cruise passengers with convenient port pickup. Explore Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square, and Galle Face Green with a local guide while discovering the city's culture, landmarks, and coastal charm.

Provided by Genuine Sri Lankans

7 hours

8:00 AM, 3:00 PM

7 hours

8:00 AM, 3:00 PM

From €40.00

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Hidden Temples & Jungle Peaks: Gampaha Half-Day Tour

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Join this half-day tour from Colombo to Gampaha and discover peaceful landscapes, scenic viewpoints, light hiking trails, and ancient temples. A perfect escape for travelers looking to experience a quieter side of Sri Lanka.

Provided by Genuine Sri Lankans

8 hours

8:00 AM, 1:30 PM

8 hours

8:00 AM, 1:30 PM

From €90.00

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8 Days 7, Nights Countryside Tour

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Experience the wonders of Colombo with us! Join our 8-day, 7-night tour that covers the most famous and attractive destinations in Sri Lanka. We'll tailor the tour to your preferences and budget, ensuring a truly unforgettable experience.

Provided by DG Travels

10 hours

8:00 AM, 10:00 AM

10 hours

8:00 AM, 10:00 AM

From €410.00

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Colombo City Adventure

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Discover Colombo, the vibrant capital of Sri Lanka! Uncover hidden gems, indulge in unique food and drinks with stunning sea views, and experience the city’s lively nightlife. Perfect for night owls and adventurers alike.

Provided by Denham Todd

3 hours

5:00 PM, 9:00 PM

3 hours

5:00 PM, 9:00 PM

From €25.00

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Discover Sri Lanka's Beauty & Culture

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Join us to uncover the stunning beauty and rich culture of Sri Lanka! From lush landscapes to vibrant traditions, this tour invites you to explore hidden gems, savor local flavors, and immerse yourself in unforgettable experiences. Don't miss out!

Provided by Harsha Viduranga

10 hours

9:00 AM, 9:30 AM

10 hours

9:00 AM, 9:30 AM

From €360.00

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Urban Wetland Nature Walk

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Discover the hidden beauty of Beddagana Wetland Park! Enjoy a peaceful walk surrounded by birds, butterflies, and dragonflies. Connect with nature, spot wildlife, and experience the calm of this urban sanctuary.

Provided by Dilip Gunarathna

3 hours

8:00 AM, 2:00 PM

3 hours

8:00 AM, 2:00 PM

From €5.00

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Glimpse of Colombo Walking Tour

8.9 (560)

This is the best cultural and history tour you can find in Colombo. On this tour we cover all the highlighted tourist spots around the Colombo with essence of cultural values.

Provided by Premil Shasendra

3 hours

8:00 AM

3 hours

8:00 AM

From €10.00

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From Colombo to Galle Fort Private Day Tour

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Join us on a journey along Sri Lanka’s stunning South Coast from Colombo. Discover Galle's rich colonial heritage and explore the iconic Dutch Fort, or choose to visit the beautiful beaches of Hikkaduwa and Mirissa. An unforgettable adventure awaits!

Provided by SURO Tours

10 hours

8:00 AM

10 hours

8:00 AM

From €90.00

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636 Reviews in Colombo

by Diego Dall'Amico

Reviewed on Apr 05, 2026

"Perfect"

Super guide, very kind, funny and knowledgeable. Approved

by Carmen Matiz

Reviewed on Apr 05, 2026

"Perfect Introduction to Colombo"

Indika was an amazing guide with perfect english and a lot of history knowledge. He explained the history of sri lanka and showed us all the main spots and even went on a quick local bus ride! The...

by Rafael Quintero

Reviewed on Feb 02, 2026

"PERFECTO"

An introduction to the country that helps you learn everything there is to know about Sri Lanka. The tour is very entertaining and educational, as well as enjoyable. Don is the BEST! Not only...

by Felicitas Bechtle

Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025

"Great tour! Would definitely recommend it :)"

Really great tour with an authentic guide who is very friendly and puts in a lot of effort! I would definitely book again, it was a lot of fun. Thank you for everything!

by Sally Roberts

Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025

"Great Tour"

Our Guide Indika was professional . A national guide from Srilanka.highly recommended .very knowledgeble. gave us usefull Tips for the rest our Tour

by Joss Strache

Reviewed on Nov 09, 2025

"Sri Lanka is Full of Surprises"

And one of these surprises was defininetely the tour with Indika! Hard facts, secret facts and 3.5 hours experiencing the Colombo. Indika also have perosnalized tips and suggestions for our...

by Melessa

Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025

"Top Tour..."

Indika was well known guy about colombo. He was so smart and smiley. He looked and care about all. Very knowledgebl. Recommended

by Jayanw

Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

"Unforgettable Hours♥️"

Indika was our colombo guide today. He made us a wonderful day, a unforgettable experience. He is knowledgeable and well known about the history and culture of colombo. He brings us for hidden Gem...

by William Ramirez

Reviewed on Oct 06, 2025

"Indika - BEST GUIDE"

Thank you so much for sharing what you know about your beautiful, safe, and very clean city. The tour took us to Independence Square, and a visit to three temples with bright colors and an aura...

by Fernando Nieto Sáez

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2025

"Nice tour and very good guide"

We recommend it to have a general idea of the city. The guide was friendly and took us to interesting places.

by Brendan O'Gara

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2024

"The best tour"

Highly recommend this tour. I've done many walking tours around the world but this was by far the best. Very friendly, knowledgeable guide who answered all questions I had very well. He was...

by Simon Rudlstorfer

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2024

"A great tour"

I was the only one on this tour and Mohamed was very friendly and helpful. He extended the tour and adopted the route to show me some places of my interest. At the end we spent a dinner together....

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