Havelock Town Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo by Nicki Sunderland
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Popular places to visit

Galle Face Green

Galle Face Green

4/5(39 reviews)

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
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct

4/5(26 reviews)

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
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

4/5(8 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Colombo with a stop at Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple

Learn about the local history of Colombo 05 with a stop at Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Isipathanaramaya Buddhist Temple

Raux Brothers

You can enjoy retail therapy at Raux Brothers during your stay in Colombo 05. Wander the seaside and beautiful beaches in the area.

Raux Brothers

Colombo City Centre

3.5/5(4 reviews)

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

Colombo City Centre

Activities

Half Day Penang City Tour

Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)

NZ$154
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Half Day Penang City Tour (5 Hours)
Colombo City tour

Colombo City tour

NZ$79
per adult
Colombo City tour
Poring Hot Springs Tour from Kota Kinabalu including Treetop Canopy Walk

Poring Hot Springs Tour from Kota Kinabalu including Treetop Canopy Walk

NZ$181
per adult
Poring Hot Springs Tour from Kota Kinabalu including Treetop Canopy Walk
Premium Service

Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day

NZ$54
per adult
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 01 Day
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen

NZ$193
per adult
Galle Day Trip with River Safari, Sea Turtle & Stilt Fishermen
National parks in Sri Lanka

All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka

NZ$1,402
per adult
All Inclusive 5-Days Highlights of Sri Lanka
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Our pick of the best Havelock Town Hotel Deals

Radisson Hotel Colombo
Radisson Hotel Colombo
4 out of 5
No. 36-38, Clifford Place, Colombo, Colombo
The price is NZ$144 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$144
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (513 reviews)
"Great view from the rooftop bar, and a great stopover choice to start a holiday in Sri Lanka. The breakfast was very good too."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Radisson Hotel Colombo
ME Colombo
ME Colombo
4 out of 5
16 Park Road, Colombo, Colombo
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Isipathanaramaya ...
8/10 Very Good! (63 reviews)
"The staff were all so friendly and accommodating. The room was so clean with a powerful shower and comfortable bed and perfect for our overnight stay. Spent the morning at the rooftop pool before midday checkout. Would recommend!"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

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ME Colombo
Havelock Place Bungalow
Havelock Place Bungalow
3 out of 5
6-8 Havelock Pl, Colombo, WP
Stay at this 3-star B&B in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Isipathanaramaya Buddhist ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Great little hotel The restaurant was really good"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

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Havelock Place Bungalow
Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
The price is NZ$304 per night from 8 May to 9 May
NZ$304
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (433 reviews)
"Facilities of the property and ambience was great. Rooms were clean and turned down service daily which was excellent stuff for very friendly and helpful. Unfortunately not many authentic Sri Lankan dishes in the flavour was lacking by saying that there was loads of dishes and condiments mainly orientated ..."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

Shangri-La Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
Mandarina Colombo
5 out of 5
433, Galle Road, Colombo
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (962 reviews)
"Hotel could benefit from some TLC. Swimming pool pictures are misleading and the view of the sea has been obscured by a high rise building site. Breakfast buffet was nice."

Reviewed on 13 Apr. 2025

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Mandarina Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo
Marino Beach Colombo
5 out of 5
590 Marine Drive, Colombo, WP
The price is NZ$160 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful hotel. It has everything you need and more."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Marino Beach Colombo
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Other neighbourhoods around Havelock Town

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Milagiriya

Milagiriya might not have many top sights, but Majestic City and Bellagio Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Milagiriya
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Thimbirigasyaya

While visiting Thimbirigasyaya, you might make a stop by sights like Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Arcade Independence Square.

Thimbirigasyaya
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Wellawatta North

Wellawatta North might not have many top sights, but Majestic City and Dehiwala Zoological Garden are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wellawatta North
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Wellawatte

4/5(14 area reviews)

Wellawatte is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can plan an outing to Majestic City and Dehiwala Zoological Garden while you're in town.

Wellawatte
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Bambalapitiya

If you're spending some time in Bambalapitiya, Bellagio Casino and Majestic City are top sights worth seeing.

Bambalapitiya
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Pamankada East

When in Pamankada East, you can plan a visit to Dehiwala Zoological Garden and Majestic City, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pamankada East

Havelock Town Travel Guide

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