What to do in North Central Province

Activities, attractions and tours

Ancient ruins with tall stone columns and a central structure.
Ancient stone steps with intricate carvings and a seated Buddha statue at the top.
A large, domed structure with a conical roof, surrounded by a fence and a small pond reflecting the building.
A large, dome-shaped building with a red roof, flanked by white structures with domes, in a sandy area with trees.
A large stone Buddha statue with a serene expression, surrounded by lush greenery and a body of water.

Activities

Half-Day Minneriya Elephant Safari & Private Transfer to Kandy

Minneriya Elephant Safari and Private Transfer to Kandy

AU$35
per adult
Minneriya Elephant Safari and Private Transfer to Kandy
Sigiriya

Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka

AU$105
per adult
Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka
Minneriya: Full-Day 4x4 Safari, Secret Trails & Jungle Lunch

Minneriya: Minneriya National Park Private Half Day Safari

AU$54
per adult
Minneriya: Minneriya National Park Private Half Day Safari
Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Guided Tour

Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Guided Tour

AU$139
per adult
Sigiriya and Dambulla Private Full-Day Guided Tour
Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla

Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla

AU$36
per adult
Jeep Safari Wildlife Tour in Minneriya and Kaudulla
Day tour to Sigiriya

Day tour to Sigiriya

AU$167
per traveller
Day tour to Sigiriya
Anuradhapura Private Ancient City Day Tour

Anuradhapura Private Ancient City Day Tour

AU$39
per adult
Anuradhapura Private Ancient City Day Tour
Sigiriya & Dambulla: Tuk Tuk Day Tour

Sigiriya & Dambulla: Tuk Tuk Day Tour

AU$31
per adult
Sigiriya & Dambulla: Tuk Tuk Day Tour
It's possible to rent cycles at the ancient city of Polonnaruwa. Will be a nice experience if you are somebody who love cycling.

Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli

AU$64
per adult
Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli
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What to do in North Central Province

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Ruwanwelisaya

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You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura when you stop by Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.
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Kaduruwela

Though Kaduruwela may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Gal Viharaya.

A rustic outdoor market stall with a corrugated metal roof, a wooden bench, and a woman standing behind a counter.
Photo by Minul Tennakoon
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Wijayapura

While there might not be top attractions in Wijayapura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nuwara Wewa and Mirisawetiya Stupa.

 

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Day trip destinations from North Central Province

A large brick dome structure with a smaller brick building on top, set against a partly cloudy sky.

Anuradhapura

Ancient ruins with a large water tank, terraced steps, and a view of distant mountains and forests.

Sigiriya