Pettah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

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
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

Pettah Market

4/5(24 reviews)

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

Khan Clock Tower

You can find out about the history of Colombo with a stop at Khan Clock Tower. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Khan Clock Tower

Dutch Period Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dutch Period Museum during your travels in Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Dutch Period Museum

Activities

National parks in Sri Lanka

All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka

AU$1,240
per adult
All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka
Colombo Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk City Tour

Colombo Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk City Tour All inclusive

AU$36
per adult
Colombo Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk City Tour All inclusive
STREET Food with private city tour Colombo

STREET Food with private city tour Colombo ( all - included )

AU$70
per adult
STREET Food with private city tour Colombo ( all - included )
Colombo City Tour With Historical Places

Colombo City Tour With Historical Places ( All Inclusive )

AU$60
per adult
Colombo City Tour With Historical Places ( All Inclusive )
Premium Service

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

AU$48
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Colombo city tour

Tuk Trip is Very Cheap in Colombo (All-inclusive ) city tour

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuk Trip is Very Cheap in Colombo (All-inclusive ) city tour
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Our pick of the best Pettah Hotel Deals

Marino Beach Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo
5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is AU$151 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$151
13 July - 14 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 breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$83 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$83
20 July - 21 July
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! (1,004 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Fantastic service and staff were beyond lovely! I extended our stay here, due to the this lively hotel. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Mandarina Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is AU$275 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$275
1 Aug - 2 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! (452 reviews)
"I liked the customer service, room maintenance. All over we liked the hotel"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Galle Face Hotel
Galle Face Hotel
5 out of 5
2 Galle Road, Colombo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$130 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$130
31 July - 1 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel! The hospitality is unrivaled and every guest experience memorable, from the Afternoon High Tea to the delicious buffet dinner which my well travelled son described as one of the best meals he has had. Emmanuel, the Head Concierge was extremely attentive to the needs of the guests, ..."

Reviewed on 4 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$127 per night from 14 July to 15 July
AU$127
14 July - 15 July
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! (268 reviews)
"Clean place"

Reviewed on 9 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$312 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$312
1 Aug - 2 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! (75 reviews)
"Good experience!"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

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

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Fort

4/5(32 area reviews)

Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Colombo World Trade Center.

Fort
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Kochchikade

While visiting Kochchikade, you might make a stop by sights like New Kathiresan Kovil and St Anthony’s Church.

Kochchikade
Colombo which includes a high-rise building, general coastal views and a city

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.

Suduwella
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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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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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Maradana

When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Maradana

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