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.

The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama Anuradhapura NC
The price is ฿5,501 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
฿5,501
฿6,491 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
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! (70 reviews)
"Absolutely beautiful location with fantastic views. Beautiful pool 👌. The best chicken curry I ever had. Perfectly seasoned and balanced. Please bottle that stuff and sell it on eBay!"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2026

The Lake Forest Hotel
Rajarata Hotel

Rajarata Hotel

3.5 out of 5
77 Rowing Club Road Anuradhapura
The price is ฿1,977 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿1,977
฿2,589 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (125 reviews)
"Good location by the lake. Nice pool. Walked to the adjacent lake. Hospitality was great. Good food and service. Enjoyed the stay"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026

Rajarata Hotel
The Ivy Lake

The Ivy Lake

3 out of 5
115 Dharmapala Mawatha Anuradhapura
The price is ฿557 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿557
฿658 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya Museum are located ...
The Ivy Lake
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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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
"This is a lovely modern property. Accommodation is spacious and attractive, and there is a restaurant on site. It is in a suburban location, but not far from local services and attractions by tuk tuk. It's a greast choice for visitors to Anuradhapura. There is a swimming pool on site which is very ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2026

Breedon Residence Hotel - Anuradhapura
Villa Tambaka Retreat

Villa Tambaka Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Saliya Mawatha Anuradhapura North Central
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Kuttam Pokuna and Samadhi Buddha ...
6.8/10 (3 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, but there was no hot water and rooms missing some of the supplied amenities, and rooms quiet noisy with sounds from other rooms."

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Villa Tambaka Retreat
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 ...
Centri Villa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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

฿4,048
per adult
Polonnaruwa Sight Seeing Tour and Minneriya Elephant Safari
Anuradhapura Ancient City Tour

Anuradhapura Heritage Tour - Tuk~Tuk Exploration with a Local

฿668
per adult
Anuradhapura Heritage Tour - Tuk~Tuk Exploration with a Local
Private Guided Anuradhapura Bicycle Heritage Tour with Ajee

Mountain Bicycle Group Tour Anuradhapura & History with Buddhism

฿766
per adult
Mountain Bicycle Group Tour Anuradhapura & History with Buddhism
Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka

Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka

฿3,561
per traveller
Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Jaya sri maha Bodhi tree

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

฿1,669
per adult
One Day Tour - Sacred city of Anuradhapura & Sacred city of Mihintale. (Sunset)
27 Members in that group tour

Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour

฿835
per adult
Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour
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