Maradana Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Steffi H.
Photo by Steffi H.

Popular places to visit

Galle Face Green

Galle Face Green

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

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

Elphinstone Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Elphinstone Theatre during your stay in Colombo 10. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.

Elphinstone Theatre

Colombo City Centre

You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02.

Colombo City Centre

Nawaloka Hospital

If Nawaloka Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Colombo 02.

Nawaloka Hospital

Pettah Market

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Pettah Market during your trip to Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Pettah Market

Activities

Picture 9 for Activity From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari

AU$138
per adult
From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari
Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

AU$57
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package
Visit the famous Nine Arch Bridge for Sunrise

Ella Private Day Tour - Departing from Any Location in Sri Lanka

AU$451
per adult
Ella Private Day Tour - Departing from Any Location in Sri Lanka
National parks in Sri Lanka

All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka

AU$1,224
per adult
All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka
Colombo City tour

Colombo City tour

AU$69
per adult
Colombo City tour
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

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

AU$168
per adult
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen
See all activities in Colombo

Our pick of the best Maradana Hotel Deals

Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is AU$276 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
AU$276
20 Aug - 21 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (466 reviews)
"Amazing service, breakfast buffet and the Shang Palace is definitely worth a visit! A perfect place to unwind and get over jet lag."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo

5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$91 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$91
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,017 reviews)
Good breakfast
"It was very clean and very good customer service. Especially so many varieties of breakfast and very good. We felt water bottles are looking refilled than a new bottle."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Mandarina Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is AU$160 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
AU$160
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"I stayed at Marino Beach Hotel for five nights recently and it was perfect. The staff made the biggest difference in my stay, they were friendly, available, and provided services immediately. This makes a big difference when you are jet lagged and need something early in the morning or late at night. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$173 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$173
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"First rate updated bathroom. Room was nicely renovated. Ocean view room worth extra. Breakfast on oceanfront veranda was bliss. Walking distance to mall convenient. Air conditioning great in room. Bar restaurant also had air con. Heat at outdoor veranda oppressively hot in evening—my opinion Recommend ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Galle Face Hotel
Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

3.5 out of 5
Kollupitiya Road, 282/5, Colombo, Western Province
The price is AU$119 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$119
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (277 reviews)
"This hotel is right on the water, with beautiful views! Two rooftop pools, an on site spa, jacuzzi near the gym with excellent views, nice staff. I love that my bathtub has a view of the sea, too. Room is very comfortable with good amenities. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

Granbell Hotel 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$315 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
AU$315
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Galle Face Green and Galle Face Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"Except for minor hickups, the stay was pleasant"

Reviewed on 26 Jul. 2025

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
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Other neighbourhoods around Maradana

Colombo showing general coastal views, a city and a skyscraper

Suduwella

While Suduwella may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre.

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Hunupitiya

Hunupitiya might not have many top sights, but Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hunupitiya
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Ibbanwala

Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Chabad of Sri Lanka.

Ibbanwala
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Weekanda

While visiting Weekanda, you might make a stop by sights like Colombo City Centre and Gangaramaya Temple.

Weekanda
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Pettah

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Pettah. You might want to make time for a stop at Pettah Market or Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque.

Pettah
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Kompannaweediya

If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kompannaweediya

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