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Here's our guide to a perfect fortnight in Sri Lanka – or you can now book a place on an epic 12-day adventure with TRIPS by Culture Trip.

Asia

Sri Lanka

How to Spend Two Weeks in Sri Lanka

The Ultimate Itinerary for Two Weeks in Beautiful Sri Lanka

There are so many reasons to visit the South Asian country of Sri Lanka - the Pearl of the Indian Ocean has amazing food, history and wildlife.

Reasons Why You Should Visit Sri Lanka

Check out the best things to see and do in Jaffna, the northernmost city of Sri Lanka and home to the Hindu Tamils. It's a gem to visit.

The Best Things to See and Do in Jaffna, Sri Lanka

Colombo is a great place to spend a few days before exploring the rest of Sri Lanka or just to get away from the cold weather!

Colombo

How to Spend 5 Days in Colombo, Sri Lanka

We explore the best sights and activities in Kandy - the home of Buddha's tooth, numerous elephants, the world's only global Buddhism museum and other wonders!

Top 10 Things To Do In Kandy, Sri Lanka

Insider Travel Guides

A teardrop off the tip of southern India, Sri Lanka is the sweetheart of the Indian Ocean. It’s here that you’ll find families of elephants roaming freely and a record number of waterfalls that provide over half of the country with hydropower. Sri Lanka really is rather special.


An Insider Guide to Sri Lanka

Home to the largest variety of biodiversity in the whole of Asia, you can spot leopards in Yala National Park and see over 60 species of rare endemic trees in the tropical Sinharaja Forest Reserve. For its size, Sri Lanka’s birdlife is next-to-none and you’re likely to spot your fair share whatever time of the year you choose to visit. Touchdown in Colombo, Sri Lanka’s energetic capital and the main port for the majority of overseas trades. Spend some time here getting to know the country and its welcoming people. From here you can make your way to Anuradhapura for ancient ruins and archaeological treasures. But no trip to Sri Lanka is complete without visiting the ancient rock fortress Sigiriya. Located near Dambulla, it’s probably one of the most historically significant sites you’ll see. You can climb Sigiriya itself, or for something a little different, set off on an early sunrise trek up the nearby Pidurangala Rock and enjoy breakfast overlooking Sigiriya as the sun comes up for the day. Sacred landmarks and rolling tea plantations define the city of Kandy. Colonial architecture and street food vendors line the colourful streets, but steer away from the bustling centre and you’ll find tropical rainforest and mountain ranges for miles. It’s here you can also hop aboard Sri Lanka’s famous steam train to Nuwara Eliya. Dubbed Little England, Tudor-style buildings and a British-style post office offers a glimpse into its colonial past. It’s here you can delve deeper into the world of tea production; after all, Sri Lanka is one of the largest exporters of tea in the world. Surf in the moon-shaped Arugam Bay, retrace the footsteps of Buddha in the town of Ella, or play cricket in Galle, however you choose to spend your time in this magnificent country, you’ll almost definitely come away yearning for more.

The Main Attractions

Srilanka private cooking class

Flavours Of Sri Lanka-colombo

Anyone Can Cook - Cooking Lesson

Kandy cooking class with Dinner

Market Tour and Sri Lankan Cooking Class Colombo

Cook with Suranga

The 10 Best Restaurants In Kollupitiya, Colombo

The 10 Best Sri Lankan Restaurants In Colombo

The Top 10 Restaurants in Ella, Sri Lanka

The Best Restaurants In Pettah, Colombo

The 6 Best Restaurants in Bentota, Sri Lanka

The Best Chinese Restaurants In Colombo, Sri Lankan

The 10 Best Restaurants In Colombo, Sri Lanka

The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants In Colombo

The 10 Best Restaurants In The Fort Area Of Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Best Bars In Fort, Colombo

The Best Bars In Kollupitiya, Colombo

7 Cocktails You Can Make With Arrack, the Sri Lankan Coconut Spirit

The 10 Best Bars In Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Best Bars In Pettah, Colombo

Colombo's 10 Best Brunch and Late Breakfast Spots

The Best Late Breakfast And Brunch Spots In The Fort District, Colombo

The Best Healthy Restaurants in Colombo

The 10 Best Vegetarian Restaurants In Colombo, Sri Lanka

A Guide To Street Food In Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Best Markets to Visit in Sri Lanka

The Best Places to Buy Natural Skincare Products in Sri Lanka

The 10 Best Cafes In Colombo, Sri Lanka

The Best Working Spots For Digital Nomads in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Guide to Food & Drink in Sri Lanka, Asia | Culture Trip

Read our guide to the best places to eat in Sri Lanka, Asia. From established spots to gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian delights, here’s our selection of the best places to eat and drink in Sri Lanka, Asia.

Memorable Food and Drink Experiences

Local food and drink experiences you can book on Culture Trip

Great Eats & Drinks

Discover the best spots for good food & good vibes

Restaurants

The 10 Best Restaurants In Kollupitiya, Colombo

Restaurants

The 10 Best Sri Lankan Restaurants In Colombo

Restaurants

The Top 10 Restaurants in Ella, Sri Lanka

Restaurants

The Best Restaurants In Pettah, Colombo

Restaurants

The 6 Best Restaurants in Bentota, Sri Lanka

Restaurants

The Best Chinese Restaurants In Colombo, Sri Lankan

Restaurants

The 10 Best Restaurants In Colombo, Sri Lanka

Restaurants

The 10 Best Seafood Restaurants In Colombo

Restaurants

The 10 Best Restaurants In The Fort Area Of Colombo, Sri Lanka

Bars We Love

Bars & cafes

The Best Bars In Fort, Colombo

Bars & cafes

The Best Bars In Kollupitiya, Colombo

Food & Drink

7 Cocktails You Can Make With Arrack, the Sri Lankan Coconut Spirit

Bars & cafes

The 10 Best Bars In Colombo, Sri Lanka

Bars & cafes

The Best Bars In Pettah, Colombo

Breakfast

A collection of our favourite morning and brunch spots

Food & Drink

Colombo's 10 Best Brunch and Late Breakfast Spots

Food & Drink

The Best Late Breakfast And Brunch Spots In The Fort District, Colombo

Veggie Delights

The top places to eat well when looking for veggie-options

Food & Drink

The Best Healthy Restaurants in Colombo

Restaurants

The 10 Best Vegetarian Restaurants In Colombo, Sri Lanka

Markets & Shops

Food & Drink

A Guide To Street Food In Colombo, Sri Lanka

See & Do

The Best Markets to Visit in Sri Lanka

Health & Wellness

The Best Places to Buy Natural Skincare Products in Sri Lanka

Coffee

Bars & cafes

The 10 Best Cafes In Colombo, Sri Lanka

Tech

The Best Working Spots For Digital Nomads in Colombo, Sri Lanka