Anuradhapura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Anuradhapura

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Wijayapura

While there might not be top attractions in Wijayapura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nuwara Wewa and Sri Maha Bodhi.

Wijayapura
The Lake Forest Hotel
The Lake Forest Hotel
3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, NC
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Isurumuniya Vihara and Mirisawetiya Stupa are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
"Very nice place and the staff is amazing too"

Reviewed on 16 Dec. 2024

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The Lake Forest Hotel
The Ivy Lake
The Ivy Lake
3 out of 5
115 Dharmapala Mawatha, Anuradhapura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$36 per night from 29 Dec to 30 Dec
AU$36
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya Museum ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Perfect for an overnight stay - property appears freshly renovated, quiet, clean and a spacious room. The staff member that we dealt with was excellent and was very friendly and helpful. Good value for money."

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

The Ivy Lake
Rajarata Hotel
Rajarata Hotel
3.5 out of 5
77 Rowing Club Road, Anuradhapura
The price is AU$122 per night from 2 Jan to 3 Jan
AU$122
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and ...
7.8/10 Good! (105 reviews)
"Clean and comfortable rooms. Not having an elevator made it a little hard for older parents to get to the rooms in the second floor."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2024

Rajarata Hotel
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Temco Holiday Bungalow
Temco Holiday Bungalow
Anuradhapura
Stay at this villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Isurumuniya Vihara and Sri Maha Bodhi are located nearby.
Temco Holiday Bungalow
Family-Friendly, Quiet Apartments with Full Kitchen in Anuradhapura
Family-Friendly, Quiet Apartments with Full Kitchen in Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Stay at this apartment in Anuradhapura. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetavanaramaya are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Great place for a peaceful stay
"We had a wonderful stay at Shanthi holiday apartment from June 25 to 30, 2024. The apartment was immaculately clean, well-appointed, and offered all the comforts of home. The modern amenities and tasteful decor made our stay very enjoyable. The location was perfect, with easy access to local attractions, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2024

Family-Friendly, Quiet Apartments with Full Kitchen in Anuradhapura
Green Villa Homestay
Green Villa Homestay
2.5 out of 5
No K8 Nuwara Wewa Mawatha, Anuradhapura, North Central
Book a stay at this business-friendly vacation home in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Isurumuniya ...
Green Villa Homestay
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Ruwanwelisaya

Ruwanwelisaya

4.5/5(2 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura when you stop by Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Ruwanwelisaya
Sri Maha Bodhi

Sri Maha Bodhi

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Anuradhapura when you take a trip to Sri Maha Bodhi. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Sri Maha Bodhi
Abhayagiri Dagoba

Abhayagiri Dagoba

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you spend time at Abhayagiri Dagoba. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Abhayagiri Dagoba
Kuttam Pokuna

Kuttam Pokuna

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you spend time at Kuttam Pokuna. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Kuttam Pokuna
Thuparama Dagoba

Thuparama Dagoba

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Thuparama Dagoba. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Thuparama Dagoba

Thuparamaya

4/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Thuparamaya. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Thuparamaya

Activities

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour with Minneriya Elephant Safari

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour with Minneriya Elephant Safari

AU$235
per adult
Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour with Minneriya Elephant Safari
Discover Anuradhapura by Helicopter From Hatton

Discover Anuradhapura by Helicopter From Hatton

AU$5,816
per adult
Discover Anuradhapura by Helicopter From Hatton
Wilpattu National Park Leopard safari from Colombo/Negambo

Wilpattu National Park Leopard safari from Colombo/Negambo

AU$233
per adult
Wilpattu National Park Leopard safari from Colombo/Negambo
Minneriya National Park Half day Jeep Safari with Hotel Pickup

Minneriya National Park Half day Jeep Safari with Hotel Pickup

AU$70
per adult
Minneriya National Park Half day Jeep Safari with Hotel Pickup
Anuradhapura: Private Half-Day Cycling Tour w/ Guide

Anuradhapura: Private Half-Day Cycling Tour w/ Guide

AU$243
per adult
Anuradhapura: Private Half-Day Cycling Tour w/ Guide
Minneriya National Park Half Day Sri Lanka Jeep Safari

Minneriya National Park Half Day Sri Lanka Jeep Safari

AU$136
per adult
Minneriya National Park Half Day Sri Lanka Jeep Safari
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Reviews of Anuradhapura

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