There are so many things to do in Sri Lanka, in fact the list is endless. The island of Sri Lanka is known as the gem of the Indian Ocean with an array of landscapes, architecture and cultures. The different regions of Sri Lanka offer a varied insight in to local life, and Sri Lanka is an island of friendly faces.

When I visited last month I felt at home the moment I arrived. From hiking, to tea plantations, and from beaches to temples, Sri Lanka has something for everyone. In Sri Lanka there are so many things do.

I have pulled together my favourite things to do in Sri Lanka….

10 Things to do in Sri Lanka

1. Hiking Pidurangala Rock in Sigiriya Sri Lanka
2. Elephants in Sri Lanka at Minneriya National Park
3. Visit Nine Arch Bridge in Ella
4. Taking a train ride from Kandy to Ella
5. Hiking Riverston Matale and ‘The Knuckles’
6. Sunrise at Mirissa Sri Lanka
7. Trek through a Tea Plantation in Nuwara Eliya
8. Explore Colombo
9. Climb Sigiriya Rock
10. Sunset at the Famous Rope swing in Dalawella
11. Paddling at the top of Diyaluma Falls
12. Hiking Little Adam’s Peak
13. Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
14. Dambulla Royal Cave Temple and Golden Temple
15. Yala National Park

Where to stay in Sri Lanka

In between planning things to do in Sri Lanka, you will also need to book some accommodation in Sri Lanka. The island is huge, so it’s best to travel around from hotel to hotel during your trip, plan your itinerary first, and then look for hotels close by to those main hot spots.

For example, when you are visiting Sigiriya Rock, Jetwing Lake is going to be your best bet, as it offers great service, stunning pool and is only 20 minutes from the rock. 

• Best hotel for exploring Sigiriya Rock: Jetwing Lake

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• Best hotel for surfing in Galle: Fairway Sunset Hotel 

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• Best hotel for exploring Kandy:
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• Best hotel for heritage in Nuwara Eliya: Jetwing St Andrews

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• Best hotel for elephant safaris: Jetwing Lake

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• Best hotel for relaxation close to Colombo: Mount Lavinia Hotel

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• Best hotel beachfront hotel: [tp_hotel_widget hotel_id=418905 responsive=true subid=”” powered_by=”false”]
• Best hotel for exploring Colombo: Movenpick

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• Best hotel for visiting Ella: 98 Acres Resort & Spa

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• Best hotel for exploring Riverston: [tp_hotel_widget hotel_id=678821 responsive=true subid=”” powered_by=”false”]

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