Anuradhapura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large brick dome structure with a smaller brick building on top, set against a partly cloudy sky.
A large white dome with a golden spire, surrounded by a low wall with colorful stripes.
A large, white stupa with a golden spire, surrounded by stone steps and a cloudy sky.
A large, domed structure with a conical roof, surrounded by a fence and a small pond reflecting the building.
Two Buddha statues in meditation poses, one yellow and one orange, with a spiral design in the background and purple flowers in the foreground.

Where to stay in Anuradhapura

Find the best Anuradhapura areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A rustic outdoor market stall with a corrugated metal roof, a wooden bench, and a woman standing behind a counter.
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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.

Rajarata Hotel

Rajarata Hotel

3.5 out of 5
77 Rowing Club Road Anuradhapura
The price is ฿1,682 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
฿1,682
฿2,204 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya ...
Rajarata Hotel
T B R S By Platinum Hotels

T B R S By Platinum Hotels

3 out of 5
Murugapuri, Trincomalee Trincomalee EP
Stay at this resort in Trincomalee. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Fish Market and Fort Frederick are located ...
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The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama Anuradhapura NC
The price is ฿4,008 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿4,008
฿5,516 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Isurumuniya Vihara and Mirisawetiya Stupa are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Very helpful staff, excellent location."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

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Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura

Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura

3 out of 5
388/17 Wewa Rd Anuradhapura NC
Stay at this business-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya ...
Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura
Centri Villa

Centri Villa

3.5 out of 5
1st Lane, Dharmapala Mawatha Anuradhapura NC
Stay at this business-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Jetawanaramaya Museum and Jetavanaramaya ...
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Green Villa Homestay

Green Villa Homestay

2.5 out of 5
No K8 Nuwara Wewa Mawatha Anuradhapura North Central
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Isurumuniya ...
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Stay near popular Anuradhapura attractions

Ruwanwelisaya

9.4/10 (25 reviews)
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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Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Polonnaruwa Sight Seeing Tour and Minneriya Elephant Safari

Polonnaruwa Sight Seeing Tour and Minneriya Elephant Safari

฿3,584
per adult
Polonnaruwa Sight Seeing Tour and Minneriya Elephant Safari
Anuradhapura Old City Tours With Temples & Hidden Stories

Anuradhapura Heritage Tour - Tuk~Tuk Exploration with a Local

฿583
per adult
Anuradhapura Heritage Tour - Tuk~Tuk Exploration with a Local
Jaya sri maha Bodhi tree

One Day Tour - Sacred city of Anuradhapura & Sacred city of Mihintale. (Sunset)

฿1,643
per adult
One Day Tour - Sacred city of Anuradhapura & Sacred city of Mihintale. (Sunset)
Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka

Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka

฿3,504
per traveller
Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Private Guided TukTuk Tour to Anuradhapura Ancient City

Private Guided TukTuk Tour to Anuradhapura Ancient City

฿986
per adult
Private Guided TukTuk Tour to Anuradhapura Ancient City
27 Members in that group tour

Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour

฿821
per adult
Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour
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