Guided Tour of Negombo
Tour Details
We'll begin our guided visit at the Sri Mutthu Mari Amman Temple, a beautiful Hindu place of worship which exemplifies the religious diversity in Negombo. Ready?
We'll then walk towards a local market, where you'll be amazed by the colours and aromas at the fruit and vegetable stands. This is the perfect spot to get to know how locals live their daily lives in Negombo!
Our next stop will be down King George Drive, a street named after the visit of King George in 1901. This road lies parallel to the Indian Ocean and will lead us to the main fishing area, where the dried fish processing centre is located. Get ready to see how sea products are prepared and dried, an age-old tradition that has been passed down from generation to generation.
Afterwards, we'll head over to the biggest fish market in the city, known as Lellama. Here, we'll discuss the importance of the local maritime trade. Next, we'll pass the old prison, which used to be part of the Dutch fort, and we'll think about the legacy of colonialism in Negombo.
We'll continue walking to the famous Kothalawala Bridge, where we'll have beautiful views of the fishing boats on the lagoon. Photo time!
Our route will continue towards St. Mary's Church, a unique example of colonial architecture. Did you know that it was built by the Dutch during their occupation of Ceylon? At the end of the tour, we'll get to enjoy a delicious tasting of some of Sri Lanka's local dishes. Ranging from the spiciest to the sweetest options, you'll get to pair your tasting with a soft drink.
After a total of 2 hours, we'll end this guided tour of Negombo and say our goodbyes.
More Information
Duration
2 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.
Included
English–speaking guide
Tasting of local dishes
A soft drink
When to book?
You can book up until 6 hours before the activity as long as there are still places. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Real Lanka Holidays Pvt Ltd
Corporate name: Real Lanka Holidays Pvt Ltd
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
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Free cancellation
Sri Mutthu Mari Amman Temple
