Fort Galle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Galle Fort

Galle Fort

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Find out about the history of Fort Galle when you take a trip to Galle Fort. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Fort
Galle Clock Tower

Galle Clock Tower

4/5(9 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Galle when you take a trip to Galle Clock Tower. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Clock Tower

Galle Lighthouse

4.5/5(34 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Galle with a trip to Galle Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Lighthouse

Dutch Reformed Church

4/5(10 reviews)

Dutch Reformed Church is just one of the places to see in Galle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dutch Reformed Church

All Saints Anglican Church

3.5/5(3 reviews)

All Saints Anglican Church is just one of the places to see in Galle, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

All Saints Anglican Church

Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa

You can take time to visit Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa during your travels to Galle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa

Activities

Dutch Fort

Galle Day Trip From Colombo

AU$135
per adult
Galle Day Trip From Colombo
Madu River Boat Safari Balapitiya

Madu River Boat Safari Balapitiya

AU$44
per adult
Madu River Boat Safari Balapitiya
Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident

Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident

AU$23
per adult
Galle Fort Walking Tour with a Resident
Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat

Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat

AU$44
per adult
Snorkeling On Beautiful Rock Island - Unawatuna by Boat
Mirissa to Ella Shuttle & Safari Drive

Mirissa to Ella Shuttle & Safari Drive (Breakfast included)

AU$61
per adult
Mirissa to Ella Shuttle & Safari Drive (Breakfast included)
Day tour Of Gall From Colombo by Sigiritrip Tours - Sri Lanka

Private Day Tour Of Galle From Colombo and Negombo

AU$153
per adult
Private Day Tour Of Galle From Colombo and Negombo
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Our pick of the best Fort Galle Hotel Deals

The Bartizan

The Bartizan

3 out of 5
77 Pedlar Street, Galle Fort, Galle
The price is AU$201 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$201
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"This is a nice place to stay in Galle, centrally located for restaurants, shopping and sights, with sunset views in the evening."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

The Bartizan
The Fort Printers

The Fort Printers

4.5 out of 5
39 Pedlar Street, Galle
The price is AU$325 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$325
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (171 reviews)
Outstanding staff & service
"Hotel location in heart of Fort Galle excellent. Staff service, friendliness and willingness to accommodate excellent. Beautiful buildings well restored. Excellent breakfast. I assume they are not 5 star as only provide some of the little extras in room that you would normally expect from like properties ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

The Fort Printers
The Fort House

The Fort House

3 out of 5
72 Church St, Galle, SP
The price is AU$141 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
AU$141
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Galle Lighthouse and Historical Mansion are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Very nice accommodation and super friendly and helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Fort House
The Dutch Bungalow

The Dutch Bungalow

3 out of 5
5 Church Cross St, Galle, SP
The price is AU$104 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$104
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Spa Ceylon ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
Nice stay in the centre of the fort
"Pleasantly surprised, nicely renovated accomodation in the centre of the fort. Breakfast is excellent every morning. Staff are really lovely."

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

The Dutch Bungalow
Yara Galle Fort

Yara Galle Fort

3.5 out of 5
40 Middle St, Galle, SP
The price is AU$207 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$207
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Galle Tennis Club and Galle Clock Tower are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
"Great staff comfortable rooms, but some rooms had limited water pressure and thin walls. Note: no alcohol sold on property"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Yara Galle Fort
Galle Fort Hotel

Galle Fort Hotel

5 out of 5
No 28, Church Street,Galle Fort, Galle
The price is AU$330 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$330
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and Historical ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay at Galle Fort Hotel. It was a beautiful property in the middle of the fort town which had lots of restaurants and shops. The hotel itself was unbelievably beautiful and felt very luxurious. The staff were so attentive and kind. The breakfast was my favorite I’ve ever ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Galle Fort Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Fort Galle

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Cheena Kotuwa

If you're spending some time in Cheena Kotuwa, Galle International Cricket Stadium and Galle Fort are top sights worth seeing.

Cheena Kotuwa
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Richmond Kanda

While Richmond Kanda isn't home to many top sights, Galle International Cricket Stadium and Galle Fort are some notable places to visit nearby.

Richmond Kanda

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