Sri Lanka
Places to visit in Sri Lanka
Beaches, tea country, Sigiriya and the Ramayana trail.
4 places to see in Sri Lanka
- 1Heritage site
Sigiriya
A 5th-century rock fortress and UNESCO World Heritage Site with frescoes and views from the summit.
- 2City
Kandy
The Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic and a lake in the hills.
- 3Hill station
Nuwara Eliya
Tea plantations, waterfalls and cool weather.
- 4Beaches
Bentota and the south coast
Beach resorts, river safaris and the old fort town of Galle.
Best time to visit Sri Lanka
December to April for the west and south coasts; May to September for the east coast.
Ideal trip length: 5 to 7 days
How to reach Sri Lanka
- By air: Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo (CMB), a short flight from Chennai, Bengaluru, Mumbai and Delhi.
Places to visit in Sri Lanka: FAQs
Which are the best places to visit in Sri Lanka?
The places most visitors should not miss are Sigiriya, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Bentota and the south coast.
How many days are enough to see Sri Lanka?
Plan 5 to 7 days to cover the main places without rushing.
What is the best time to visit Sri Lanka?
December to April for the west and south coasts; May to September for the east coast.