Top rated Tourist attractions in Hendala, Sri Lanka to elevate your visit (Updated December, 2023)

Top rated Tourist attractions in Hendala

Experience the best that Hendala has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 31 places from Tourist attraction category.

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Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya

Buddhist temple

Sacred, historic temple said to be visited by the Buddha with paintings by a renowned artist.

4.80 (15K reviews) (~8.99 km from centre)

St. Anthony's Shrine, Kochchikade

Catholic church

Roman Catholic 19th-century church known for a shrine containing part of St. Anthony's tongue.

4.80 (4.6K reviews) (~7.67 km from centre)

Sri Ponnambala Vaneswarar Kovil

Hindu temple

Historic stone Hindu temple with intricate carvings, sculptures & colorful shrines.

4.80 (1.4K reviews) (~7.56 km from centre)

St. Lucia's Cathedral

Catholic cathedral

This stately Roman Catholic cathedral completed in 1881 features many detailed statues of saints.

4.70 (633 reviews) (~7.44 km from centre)

Historic Colombo Grand Masjid

Mosque

👍👍 The Colombo Grand Mosque was the first mosque built in Colombo by Scholar Khalid Ibn Baqaya who came to Sri Lanka in Hijri 181 as an envoy of Khalifa Al Rasheed who was reigning in Hijri 169 during the regime of Abbasids. The Arabian trade relationship with Sri Lanka was in existence even before t...

4.70 (612 reviews) (~8.34 km from centre)

Sri Kaileswaram Temple | ஸ்ரீ கைலேஸ்வரம்

Hindu temple

Hindu temple, the oldest in Colombo, known for its vibrant ceiling artwork & tucked-away locale.

4.60 (769 reviews) (~9.45 km from centre)

Sambodhi Pagoda Temple

Buddhist temple

Buddhist temple complex offering a mix of Thai, Sri Lankan, Indian & Chinese architecture.

4.60 (361 reviews) (~8.96 km from centre)

Sri Lanka Philatelic Bureau

Museum

👍👍 Not very talkative service. But ok. You can buy stamps of last four years (2014-2018)

4.60 (81 reviews) (~9.72 km from centre)

Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque

Mosque

Landmark mosque constructed in 1908, known for its distinctive red & white patterned facade.

4.50 (3.6K reviews) (~8.68 km from centre)

Old Parliament Building

Government office

Completed in 1930, this neo-Baroque structure now houses the national Presidential Secretariat.

4.50 (95 reviews) (~9.7 km from centre)

USP Lanka Tours and Train Ticket Bookings

Tour operator

👍👍 Excellent service. We spent two weeks with Sampath as our driver and it was wonderful. He has taken us to local places that do not appear in typical travel guides and that are very worth visiting. In addition, he recommended restaurants that suited our characteristics of low budget and traditional f...

4.50 (33 reviews) (~9.24 km from centre)

New Kathiresan Temple

Hindu temple

Modern Hindu temple providing an ornate roof with vibrant, carved figures, plus a yearly festival.

4.40 (295 reviews) (~8.07 km from centre)

Uswetakeiawa Beach

Tourist attraction

👍👍 This beach has spectacular views. Also this place is clean and comforting to be here most of the times. In the mid day, when the sun is high and shining, this beach is not that easy to be here as very hot. Also the beach sand become very hot and kinda hard. But in the morning and also in the evening...

4.40 (189 reviews) (~1.36 km from centre)

The Central Point - Economic History Museum

History museum

Exhibits on the economy & currency of Sri Lanka, with a collection of ancient & foreign coins.

4.40 (93 reviews) (~9.34 km from centre)

Beach Side

Tourist attraction

4.40 (47 reviews) (~2.32 km from centre)

St. Peter's Church Fort

Anglican church

👍👍 This building was a part of Dutch Governor's residence complex during the Dutch colonial period. Originally during Portuguese rule, the site has been occupied by a monastery building. Since 1656 until the end of the VoC rule of Ceylon in 1796 the building complex was used as official residence of th...

4.40 (44 reviews) (~8.96 km from centre)

Colombo Galbokka Lighthouse

Historical landmark

1950s lighthouse & Colombo port icon with a naval gun battery & a plaza offering views of the ocean.

4.30 (614 reviews) (~9.23 km from centre)

Colombo Walks

Tourist attraction

👍 Christmas decorations in the Colombo city centre. Few radio stations have installed their broad casting studio here you may see the live actions in the radio channels.

4.30 (64 reviews) (~9.47 km from centre)

Crow Island Beach Park

Park

👍👍 Crow Island Beach in Sri Lanka is a hidden gem that exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I set foot on its pristine shores, I was captivated by its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. This beach truly offers an idyllic escape from the bustling city life. The first thing that struck me w...

4.20 (2.8K reviews) (~4.63 km from centre)

Khan Clock Tower

Historical landmark

👍 The Khan Clock Tower was built in Colombo, Sri Lanka by the Khan Family of Bombay. The Clock Tower is a popular landmark and marks the entrance to Pettah Market. The Clock Tower was built in the early 20th century by the family of Framjee Bhikhajee Khan. This Parsi family hailed from Bombay, India a...

4.20 (108 reviews) (~8.88 km from centre)

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Top rated Tourist attractions in Hendala, Sri Lanka