Pettah Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

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

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

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

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

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$1,224
per adult
All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka
STREET Food with private city tour Colombo

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

AU$55
per adult
STREET Food with private city tour Colombo ( all - included )
Colombo Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk City Tour

Colombo Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk City Tour All inclusive

AU$35
per adult
Colombo Sightseeing Tour by Tuk Tuk City Tour All inclusive
Colombo city tour

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

AU$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tuk Trip is Very Cheap in Colombo (All-inclusive ) city tour
Premium Service

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

AU$47
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour

Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour

AU$80
per adult
Private 2-Day Car Hire with Driver-Guide for Round Tour
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Our pick of the best Pettah Hotel Deals

Mandarina Colombo

Mandarina Colombo

5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$87 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$87
12 Aug - 13 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! (1,008 reviews)
"Great value for money, and a very comfortable stay. I always come to this hotel when I travel to Sri Lanka"

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Mandarina Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is AU$153 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$153
21 Aug - 22 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! (1,006 reviews)
"Service was incredible. Staff are polite and well trained and catered to all our needs"

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is AU$277 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$277
14 Aug - 15 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! (461 reviews)
"Best recommendation to use this hotel and save time to walk around mall and good tasty."

Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Galle Road, Colombo
The price is AU$137 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$137
28 July - 29 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 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$119
14 Aug - 15 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! (272 reviews)
"The Granbell Hotel is a very good choice. Th restaurants, the rooftop and all the facilities are fantastic. Value for money very good! Overall an excellent experience."

Reviewed on 22 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$305 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$305
14 Aug - 15 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! (80 reviews)
"There’s a new shining star in Colombo. If you’re wondering where all the great hospitality staff have gone, you’ll find them here."

Reviewed on 22 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
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.

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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Weekanda

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

Weekanda

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