Pettah Travel Guide

Colombo

Red mosque Pettah, COlombo, Sri Lanka
Red mosque Pettah, COlombo, Sri Lanka
View on Jami-Ul-Alfar Mosque or Red Masjid Mosque is a historic mosque in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Railway Station on sea beach U will not find this anywhere
U will find a few station besides sea beach That's unique

Popular places to visit

Gopuram tower of Hindu Temple in Colombo, Sri Lanka

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.

Pettah Market
Beautiful Colombo city buildings and skyline in Sri Lanka

Colombo City Centre

You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02.

Colombo City Centre
#Reflections...the sunset reflection on the ocean was really something!

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.

Galle Face Green
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall, Colombo, Sri Lanka

Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall

Find out about the history of Colombo 07 with a stop at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
Hong Kong Waffles now available at One Galle Face Mall, WAFL Sri Lanka doing a great job and glad to see more and more foreign brands opening up in the Mall. Located LG at One Galle Face In the picture is a Nutella and KitKat Waffle which was priced at 1180/- LKR #trover #whatshot #foodies #troverfoodies #waffles #eeeeats

One Galle Face

You can search for that perfect souvenir at One Galle Face during your stay in Colombo 03.

One Galle Face
Nice surronding within Colombo

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.

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Things to do

Gangaramaya

Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)

฿2,486
per traveller
Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting

Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting

฿904
per adult
Colombo City Tour Explore History & Different Food Tasting
Picture 1 for Activity Jewel Hunt Tour of Colombo Shore Excursion from Colombo Port

Jewel Hunt Tour of Colombo Shore Excursion from Colombo Port

฿622
per traveller
Jewel Hunt Tour of Colombo Shore Excursion from Colombo Port
Premium Service

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

฿963
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Picture 1 for Activity Shore excursion Colombo: City Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk

Shore excursion Colombo: City Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk

฿1,243
per adult
Shore excursion Colombo: City Sightseeing Tour by Tuk-Tuk
Colombo City tour

Colombo City tour

฿1,398
per adult
Colombo City tour
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Top hotels in Pettah

Shangri-La Colombo

Shangri-La Colombo

5 out of 5
1 Galle Face Colombo
The price is ฿4,567 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
฿4,567
฿6,135 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (543 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, gorgeous rooms and helpful staff, would highly recommend

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Shangri-La Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo

Marino Beach Colombo

5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive Colombo WP
The price is ฿2,812 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
฿2,812
฿3,683 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
Great hotel with wonderful staff.

Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Marino Beach Colombo
Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

5 out of 5
2 Galle Road Colombo
The price is ฿3,433 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
฿3,433
฿4,612 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
Beautiful hotel and wonderful staff :

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Galle Face Hotel
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams

5 out of 5
No. 01 Justice Akbar Mawatha 02 Colombo Colombo
The price is ฿4,324 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿4,324
฿5,809 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Beira Lake and Galle Face Green are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (111 reviews)
Excellent breakfast was excellent and very clean and modern comfortable rooms Overall an excellent stay in an excellent hotel

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Granbell Hotel Colombo

Granbell Hotel Colombo

3.5 out of 5
Kollupitiya Road, 282/5 Colombo Western Province
The price is ฿3,021 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
฿3,021
฿3,565 total
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (357 reviews)
Great amenities. Good size, clean and modern rooms. Really enjoyed the sea view from the 21st floor.

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Granbell Hotel Colombo
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo

5 out of 5
Galle Face Centre Road Colombo
The price is ฿4,937 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
฿4,937
฿6,632 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Galle Face Green and Galle Face Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (129 reviews)
Beautiful, elegant hotel with very welcoming staff.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
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Other neighbourhoods around Pettah

Old Galle Buck Lighthouse in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Fort

4/5(36 area reviews)

Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Pettah Market.

Fort
#Reflections...the sunset reflection on the ocean was really something!

Kompannaweediya

If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kompannaweediya
Beira lake is situated just 1km away from the heart of Colombo. It has been one of the top tourist destinations in the commercial capital, Colombo as Gangarama Temple is located just next to Beira lake. I really recommend this place for you who are visiting Sri Lanka. Other than the religious background, it's a great place to capture some water birds as well.

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.

Hunupitiya
It's a wonderful and different sea beach from other beaches

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.

Suduwella
The boys waiting patiently for the poya parade to start...

Maradana

When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Maradana
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Ibbanwala

Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Chabad of Sri Lanka.

Ibbanwala

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