Pettah Travel Guide
Colombo
Popular places to visit
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
After visiting Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sri Lanka Multi-Day Private Tour with Driver and Vehicle
Colombo: Guided City Tour with Entry Tickets
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Jewel Hunt Tour of Colombo Shore Excursion from Colombo Port
Colombo City Tour by Tuk tuk with Hotel Pickup - All Include
Top hotels in Pettah
Shangri-La Colombo
Hotel in line with normal Shangri-La standards. Team here however was absolutely superb - helpful, friendly, great fun people. They made the stay particularly enjoyable. Breakfast is solid 5 star level with good, diverse buffet; the capital bar is wonderful, world standard. Food and beverage was ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Marino Beach Colombo
Highly recommended, excellent service, top notch, clean, near of all amenities and a wonderful roof top pool, you cant miss the complementary city tour!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Everything was excellent. They nailed it!
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
Excellent
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Galle Face Hotel
Had a good stay at the property and appreciate the staff helping out with the transportation and early check in
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Granbell Hotel Colombo
We had a lovely stay at Granbell Hotel Colombo. It closed out our two week stay in Sri Lanka, and was one of our highlights. The hotel itself is modern, comfortable and well located. The rooms are incredibly well suited for couples - perfectly sized and with an amazing view (if you are debating, ...
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pettah
Fort
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.
Kochchikade
Kochchikade might not have many top sights, but Pettah Market and Bally's Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Kompannaweediya
If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Maradana
When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo Town Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
