Pettah Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Colombo City Centre
You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02.
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.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
Find out about the history of Colombo 07 with a stop at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Gangaramaya Temple
After visiting Gangaramaya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 02. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.
One Galle Face
You can search for that perfect souvenir at One Galle Face during your stay in Colombo 03.
Activities
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour
Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour
Sri Lanka Sightseeing Tour by Car with Driver.
Our pick of the best Pettah Hotel Deals
Shangri-La Colombo
The selection for their morning breakfast buffet is very varied. The staff is busy during rush hour; they seem overwhelmed at times. Their housekeeping standards cannot match those of their properties in Hong Kong or mainland China. The Chinese restaurant Shang Gong is one of the best in the country, ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Taj Samudra
Marino Beach Colombo
Everything you want and more in a beautiful hotel.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Granbell Hotel Colombo
Beautiful modern hotel right along the shore. We loved our bath overlooking the city. The rooftop bar, restaurant, and two pools (one with a jacuzzi) were perfect for relaxing after sightseeing in the city. The Japanese-themed restaurant was also excellent. They even have a mini café by the reception, ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
The hotel and rooms are great. The infinity pool overlooking the Indian ocean is a sight to behold. We had dinner and breakfast buffets at the Quizine and the food was very flavourful and lots of variety.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Galle Face Hotel
Room very clean but dreary outlook. Meals excellent choice and staff extremely attentive. Great outdoor pool but it needs to have division between children and adult users.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pettah
Fort
Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pettah Market and Bally's Casino.
Kehelwatte
While Kehelwatte isn't home to many top sights, Colombo Lotus Tower and Bally's Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
Kompannaweediya
If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Ibbanwala
Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Colombo Lotus Tower.
