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From Kandy: Sigiriya Rock & Dambulla Cave Temple Adventure
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 333 reviews
10/10
333 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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Kandy Private Guided City Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 577 reviews
10/10
577 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy City Explore Tour Morning/Evenening Private Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.8 out of 10 with 56 reviews
9.8/10
56 GetYourGuide reviews
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Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Kandy Day Trip from Colombo: Tea Factory- Peradeniya Botanical Gardens-Kand...
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
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Kandy: Nuwara Eliya Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 78 reviews
9.8/10
78 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy City Tour - Cultural Heart of Srilanka
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
10.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
10/10
7 GetYourGuide reviews
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From Sigiriya To Kandy Drop Tour - Sri Lanka
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
6h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 35 reviews
10/10
35 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Day Tour
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.6 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9.6/10
11 Viator reviews
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Trincomalee: Whale & Dolphin Safari Tour with Expert Guides
8.6 out of 10 with 16 reviews
8.6/10
16 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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Kandy Day Trip with Tooth Relic Temple & Unique Attractions
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
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Wilpattu National Park Jeep Safari from Negombo / Waikkal (All-inclusive)
Activity duration is 16 hours
16h
9.6 out of 10 with 12 reviews
9.6/10
12 Viator reviews
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Kandy City Tour by TukTuk with Laka
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Udawalawe Safari - Private & Customise Tour
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
8.0 out of 10 with 1 review
8/10
1 Viator review
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Ella Day Tour from Kandy with tea factory
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Sigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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09 Days Heritage Trails of Sri Lanka
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Kandy To Dambulla and Sigiria City Full Day by Laka Tours
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Kanneliya Rain Forest Tour
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Knuckles Leopard trail Trek from Kandy
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
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Classes & workshops
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Ella-Haputae Tea Plantation Safari By Tuk Tuk & Liptons Seat
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
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Srilankan Cooking class by FFL kandy
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
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Kandy Tea Factory visit & Tea Tasting with Pickup & Drop
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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Private Kandy Authentic Cooking Class
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
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Authentic Sri Lankan Cooking Class in Kandy with Local Family
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
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Kandy Yahalatenna Walking Coffee Class Activity
Activity duration is 30 minutes
30m
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 Viator review
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Kandy: Sigiriya Village Life Experience with Lunch
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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From Kandy: All-inclusive Nuwara Eliya Day Tour with Lunch
Activity duration is 11 hours
11h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
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Bentota Private Village Tour All-Inclusive
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
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Kandy: Traditional Cooking Class (Free pick up & Drop)
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
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Spa & wellness
See all 11 activitiesSigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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Kandy Tea Factory visit & Tea Tasting with Pickup & Drop
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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Private Tuk-Tuk Tour of Kandy with a Local Guide
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: Sigiriya Rock Fortress & Sacred Tooth Tuk-Tuk Tour
Activity duration is 12 hours
12h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
From Kandy: Sigiriya Rock, Dambulla Caves & Nalanda Heritage
Free cancellation available
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Tuk-Tuk Tales of Kandy: A Sensory City Tour with Local Guide
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Kandy: Heritage and Architectural by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
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From Kandy: Sigiriya & Dambulla Tuk-Tuk Heritage Adventure
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
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From Kandy: 2-Day Adam’s Peak Hike & Drop to Ella
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Kandy: Tuk Tuk City Tour with Local Driver
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
10.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
10/10
4 GetYourGuide reviews
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Shows & concerts
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Private Kandy City Tuk-Tuk Tour and Cultural Dance Show
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
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Kandy: City Tour with Temple of the Tooth & Tea Garden
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: All-day Ambuluwawa and Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk
Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
12h 30m
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Kandy: Beer TukTuk City Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
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Exciting evening with Fire Dancing cultural show
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
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Exclusive: Overnight adventure camping in Knuckles & Meemure
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Habarana: Pure Village Life and Cultural Experience Day Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
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From Kandy: All-inclusive Full-Day Tour in Kandy - Private
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
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Private Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk with Local Guide
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.6 out of 10 with 33 reviews
9.6/10
33 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult
What to do in Pilimathalawa
Frequently asked questions
Is Pilimathalawa worth visiting?
Whether you plan to discover the cultural highlights and local charm or try unique foods and venture into nature, there are plenty of things to do in Pilimathalawa.
How do I spend a day in Pilimathalawa?
After you've checked off popular attractions like Royal Palace of Kandy and Ambuluwawa Temple, spend the rest of your day exploring Pilimathalawa's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Pilimathalawa?
The top tourist attraction in Pilimathalawa is Royal Palace of Kandy, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Pilimathalawa?
You can easily visit popular sights like Wales Park, Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre and Asgiri Maha Viharaya with a three-day getaway in Pilimathalawa. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Central Province.
Is Pilimathalawa a walkable city?
It depends on what you plan to see and do in Pilimathalawa. Several leading attractions, like Gadaladeniya Temple, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through one of Pilimathalawa's neighbourhoods, Iriyagama is 3 kilometres away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Pilimathalawa with kids?
Deciding what to do in Pilimathalawa with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're holidaying with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone entertained here.
What to do in Pilimathalawa for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Pilimathalawa, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Centre or Kandy Garrison Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Pilimathalawa?
In Pilimathalawa, Wales Park is a must-see spot for anyone wishing to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to learn about the best free things to do in Pilimathalawa.
