Ancient City of Sigiriya Tours and Activities

Sigiriya Lion Rock, Shutterstock ID 523787728, Purchase Order: -
Sigiriya Lion Rock, Shutterstock ID 523787728, Purchase Order: -
Deep in the middle of Sri Lanka, a massive column of rock juts out from the green tropical forest. Sigiriya was established as the stronghold of a rogue king over 1,500 years ago, and today the Sigiriya complex stands as one of the earliest preserved examples of ancient urban planning. Ultimately the rock was unable to save its king, but it succeeded in preserving ancient Sinhalese culture.
Looks a little like Ayers rock, an ancient village was at the top, just amazing how people would have been able to do that may centuries ago!
Getting there! 1.200 steps to top!

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Steps Garden Resort

Steps Garden Resort

3 out of 5
Price was AU$899, price is now AU$638 per person
AU$638
per person
17 Mar - 24 Mar
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Singapore (SIN) to Colombo (CMB)
No reviews
Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo

Pegasus Reef - A Beach Resort in Colombo

4 out of 5
Price was AU$1,368, price is now AU$920 per person
AU$920
per person
17 Mar - 24 Mar
found 17 hours ago
Return direct flight included
Singapore (SIN) to Colombo (CMB)
7.6/10 Good! (169 reviews)
Great pool, buffet and comfortable clean rooms. A great place for a family holiday. The hotel is isolated in not the best neighborhood I’m afraid. But as we went all inclusive we didn’t need to leave the property.

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

MaRadha Colombo

MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5
Price was AU$2,601, price is now AU$1,825 per person
AU$1,825
per person
9 Apr - 16 Apr
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (87 reviews)
Great staff. Smaller boutique hotel had thenfeel.of personal service

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Tours & day trips

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Sigiriya-Dambulla Day Trip From Bentota/Kalutara/Wadduwa/Ahungalla-All Incl...

Sigiriya-Dambulla Day Trip From Bentota/Kalutara/Wadduwa/Ahungalla-All Incl...

Activity duration is 14 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$296 per adult*
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Wildlife & nature

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The Most Recommended Round Tour in Sri Lanka

The Most Recommended Round Tour in Sri Lanka

Activity duration is 10 days
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$81 per traveller*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Negombo: Sigiriya Rock and Minneriya National Park Day Tour

Negombo: Sigiriya Rock and Minneriya National Park Day Tour

Activity duration is 1 day
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$256 per adult*
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Reviews of Ancient City of Sigiriya

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Do the climb in the early morning to beat the crowds and heat. Worth the effort.

Popular places to visit

Dambulla Cave Temple

Dambulla Cave Temple

Spectacular Buddha statues and colorful murals beautify this ancient complex of rock-cut temples set high above the plains of Dambulla.

Dambulla Cave Temple
Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium

Catch an event at Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium during your trip to Dambulla. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city

Polonnaruwa Vatadage

After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.

Polonnaruwa Vatadage
Kiri Vihara - ancient dagoba. Pollonaruwa, Sri Lanka

Kiri Vihara Temple

After visiting Kiri Vihara Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its cycling trails.

Kiri Vihara Temple

Sigiriya Lion Rock

After visiting Sigiriya Lion Rock, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Sigiriya. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its campsites.

Sigiriya Lion Rock

Sigiriya Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Sigiriya Museum in Sigiriya. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Sigiriya Museum

Top Ancient City of Sigiriya Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Sigiriya Village

Sigiriya Village

4 out of 5
Town Sigiriya Sigiriya
Sigiriya Village
Sunshine Resort and Spa

Sunshine Resort and Spa

3 out of 5
5TH MILE POST Sigiriya Central Province
Sunshine Resort and Spa
Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya

4 out of 5
Hotel Road Sigiriya
Hotel Sigiriya
EKHO Sigiriya

EKHO Sigiriya

3.5 out of 5
Matale District Sigiriya
EKHO Sigiriya
Eighth Wonder Resort

Eighth Wonder Resort

3.5 out of 5
Kimbissa Sigiriya
Eighth Wonder Resort
Sigiri Hibiscus Villa

Sigiri Hibiscus Villa

3 out of 5
110 Kalapuraya Sigiriya CP
Sigiri Hibiscus Villa
Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya

Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya

3 out of 5
Galahitiyawa Road Egodawewa Sigiriya CP
Ceylon Retreat Sigiriya
Melrose Villas

Melrose Villas

2 out of 5
186, Bandaranayake Mawatha Sigiriya
Melrose Villas
Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

Back of Beyond - Pidurangala

3 out of 5
Kurulu Uyana, Pidurangala Sigiriya
Back of Beyond - Pidurangala
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