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)

You can learn about the history of Galle with a stop at Dutch Reformed Church. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Dutch Reformed Church

National Maritime Museum

3.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Maritime Museum during your travels in Galle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

National Maritime Museum

All Saints Anglican Church

3.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Galle with a visit to All Saints Anglican Church. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

All Saints Anglican Church

Activities

Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Private Day Trip From Colombo/Negombo

Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Day Trip From Colombo & Negombo

AU$237
per adult
Southern Sri Lanka Sightseeing Day Trip From Colombo & Negombo
Galle Madu River Turtles All Inclusive Private Day Tour

Colombo to Galle All Inclusive Private Day Tour

AU$213
per adult
Colombo to Galle All Inclusive Private Day Tour
Listen to stories about how large Sri Lanka was before colonization and many other fascinating tales.

Galle Fort Heritage Walk by a Certified Heritage Interpreter

AU$69
per adult
Galle Fort Heritage Walk by a Certified Heritage Interpreter
Udawalawa National Park Safari

Udawalawa National Park Safari

AU$228
per traveller
Udawalawa National Park Safari
Cycling in Galle Fort

Galle Fort by Bicycle from Galle

AU$252
per adult
Galle Fort by Bicycle from Galle
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 Fort Printers

The Fort Printers

4.5 out of 5
39 Pedlar Street, Galle
The price is AU$214 per night from 28 July to 29 July
AU$214
28 July - 29 July
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! (166 reviews)
"We really loved staying here. It was quiet and relaxing. The meals were great and the staff were really friendly and accommodating."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

The Fort Printers
The Bartizan

The Bartizan

3 out of 5
77 Pedlar Street, Galle Fort, Galle
The price is AU$185 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$185
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Fort are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Want something different? Check the Bartizan
"The hotel has character and can't beat the location within the Fort. The room we had is West facing, so great sunset from the room and the rooftop area, but conversely the rooms get hot and the a/c in the room (we had Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Ocean View, Oceanfront) just didn't seem to do the job. ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

The Bartizan
The Fort House

The Fort House

3 out of 5
72 Church St, Galle, SP
The price is AU$157 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$157
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Lighthouse are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
"Wonderful! Clean, cool, air con and fan in room. Beautifully designed. Perfect location. Staff are lovely and helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Jul. 2025

The Fort House
Mrs Wijenayake's Beach Haven Guest House

Mrs Wijenayake's Beach Haven Guest House

3.5 out of 5
65 Lighthouse St, Galle, SP
Stay at this 3.5-star guesthouse in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
"Helpfully cared stay"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

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Mrs Wijenayake's Beach Haven Guest House
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 23 July to 24 July
AU$330
23 July - 24 July
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 Unawatuna Beach and Spa Ceylon Boutique ...
"Loves the hotel, room, staff, bar and restaurant. Perfect stay!"

Reviewed on 23 Dec. 2024

Galle Fort Hotel
Yara Galle Fort

Yara Galle Fort

3.5 out of 5
40 Middle St, Galle, SP
The price is AU$233 per night from 24 July to 25 July
AU$233
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Unawatuna Beach and Galle Tennis Club are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (64 reviews)
"The atmosphere is quiet, and the hotel is located right in front of Galle Old Street. The decor is nice and chic, but the linens and carpets are a bit worn. Breakfast is good."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Yara Galle Fort
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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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