Havelock Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Galle Face Green

Galle Face Green

4/5(39 reviews)

After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Face Green
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

4/5(26 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct during your visit to Colombo. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

4/5(8 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Colombo with a stop at Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
Gangaramaya Temple

Gangaramaya Temple

4/5(18 reviews)

Find out about the history of Colombo 02 when you spend time at Gangaramaya Temple. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

Gangaramaya Temple

Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple

Learn about the local history of Colombo 05 with a stop at Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple

Raux Brothers

You can enjoy retail therapy at Raux Brothers during your stay in Colombo 05. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Raux Brothers

Activities

Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

AU$138
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Colombo City tour

Colombo City tour

AU$71
per adult
Colombo City tour
National parks in Sri Lanka

All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka

AU$1,254
per adult
All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

AU$172
per adult
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen
Premium Service

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

AU$49
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Colombo City Sightseeing

Colombo City Sightseeing

AU$78
per adult
Colombo City Sightseeing
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Our pick of the best Havelock Town Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel Colombo
Radisson Hotel Colombo
4 out of 5
No. 36-38, Clifford Place, Colombo, Colombo
The price is AU$138 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$138
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (514 reviews)
"Like the food, location and the cleanliness"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Radisson Hotel Colombo
ME Colombo
ME Colombo
4 out of 5
16 Park Road, Colombo, Colombo
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Isipathanaramaya ...
8/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
"The staff were all so friendly and accommodating. The room was so clean with a powerful shower and comfortable bed and perfect for our overnight stay. Spent the morning at the rooftop pool before midday checkout. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

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ME Colombo
Havelock Place Bungalow
Havelock Place Bungalow
3 out of 5
6-8 Havelock Pl, Colombo, WP
The price is AU$72 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Isipathanaramaya Buddhist ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Great little hotel The restaurant was really good"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Havelock Place Bungalow
Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is AU$284 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (434 reviews)
"What truly sets this hotel apart is the exceptional staff. The team at the central restaurant was absolutely brilliant — attentive, friendly, and incredibly professional, making every meal a memorable experience. Equally impressive were the concierge staff, who went above and beyond to ensure our ..."

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$99 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$99
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (967 reviews)
"Comfortable rooms and a very kind and helpful team. I felt in best hands. I appreciated the stay very much, thank you!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr. 2025

Mandarina Colombo
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
5 out of 5
Galle Face Centre Road, Colombo
The price is AU$284 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$284
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Galle Face Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (62 reviews)
"Massive new hotel in Colombo where we stayed a night before heading down to the beaches. Large comfortable room and one of the most impressive breakfast buffets I’ve ever seen. Half of the hotel still under construction to finish it off so was some noise by the pool."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2025

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
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Other neighbourhoods around Havelock Town

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Milagiriya

Milagiriya might not have many top sights, but Majestic City and Bellagio Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Milagiriya
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Thimbirigasyaya

While visiting Thimbirigasyaya, you might make a stop by sights like Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Arcade Independence Square.

Thimbirigasyaya
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Kirula

While Kirula isn't home to many top sights, Arcade Independence Square and Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Kirula
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Wellawatta North

Wellawatta North might not have many top sights, but Majestic City and Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wellawatta North
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Wellawatte

4/5(14 area reviews)

Wellawatte is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can plan an outing to Majestic City and Dehiwala Zoological Garden while you're in town.

Wellawatte
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Bambalapitiya

If you're spending some time in Bambalapitiya, Bellagio Casino and Majestic City are top sights worth seeing.

Bambalapitiya

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