One-Day Family Adventure in Colombo, Sri Lanka

Day 1: Exploring Colombo

Colombo, Sri Lanka on October 29, 2024

12:30PM

Arrival and Lunch

Upon arrival, head directly to the iconic Maharaja's Street located nearby for a delicious family lunch at Shanmugas, where you can try traditional South Indian dishes like Dosai and Idli.
Take a taxi from the airport to Maharaja's Street, approximately 40 mins.
LKR2000, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Visit Galle Face Green

After lunch, take a taxi to Galle Face Green, a sprawling ocean-side promenade where the whole family can enjoy the sea breeze and witness locals flying kites.
A 15-minute taxi ride from lunch location.
Free, 1 hour

3:00PM

Explore National Museum

Next, head to the National Museum of Colombo, home to a vast collection of Sri Lankan art and history, ensuring both kids and adults find something fascinating.
A 10-minute taxi ride from Galle Face Green.
LKR1000, 1.5 hours

4:30PM

Visit Colombo Dutch Museum

Visit the Colombo Dutch Museum, where the history of the Dutch colonial period comes to life, and explore artifacts that capture the imagination of your young explorers.
A 15-minute taxi ride from the National Museum.
LKR750, 1 hour

5:30PM

Tea Time at the Ministry of Crab

Stop for an afternoon break at the famous Ministry of Crab, famous for its delicious crab dishes and offering a variety of snacks, to recharge before the evening activities.
Take a taxi, approximately 10 minutes from the museum.
LKR5000, 1 hour

6:30PM

Take a Stroll at Beira Lake

Enjoy a relaxing stroll around Beira Lake, where families can spot various birds, take in the sunset, and even boat rides if desired.
Only a 5-minute taxi ride from the tea time spot.
Free, 1 hour

7:30PM

Dinner at Upali's

End your busy day with a lovely dinner at Upali's, a family-friendly Sri Lankan restaurant famous for its traditional rice and curry and other local dishes.
A quick 10-minute taxi ride from Beira Lake.
LKR4000, 1.5 hours

9:00PM

Return to Hotel

After dinner, wrap up the day by returning to your hotel, reflecting on the wonderful experiences of this bustling city.
Take a taxi from Upali’s to your Colombo hotel, approximately 15 minutes.
LKR1500, 30 mins
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