Private City Tour in Negombo

Be picked up from your Hotel/Meeting Point

Visit the Negombo ‘Lellama’ Fish Market, the second largest market in the country. See fresh daily catch of different types of fish and seafood.

Next, reflect to a piece of colonial history by a visit to the Negombo Dutch Fort. Originally built by the Portuguese in a pentagonal style.

Thereafter visit the Dutch Canal and then proceed to the Negombo Lagoon which is the main landmark of Negombo. It is rich in biodiversity of plants and animals and aquatic ecosystem.

Stop at St. Mary’s Church, one of the largest churches in Sri Lanka. Embrace its neoclassic style of beautiful and extraordinary European art and architecture stemming from the colonial eras.

Finally, visit the “Angurukaramulla ancient buddhist temple” which is home to the ruins of a historic, moss-covered library, and beautiful paintings, sculptures that date back centuries.

Enjoy a refreshing King Coconut drink to end the city tour in style.

Return to your hotel.


Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Negombo Lagoon, Negombo Sri Lanka

The lagoon is fed by a number of small rivers and the Hamilton Canal (also known as the Dutch canal). It is linked to the sea by a narrow channel to the north, near Negombo city. It is surrounded by a densely populated region containing rice paddies, coconut plantations and grassland. The land is used for fishing and agriculture. The lagoon has extensive mangrove swamps and attracts a wide variety of water birds including cormorants, herons, egrets, gulls, terns and other waders.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Negombo Fish Market, Negombo Sri Lanka

Chaos, so many fish, shellfish, vendors and people shouting..a typical scene of a local market, Negombo fish market is the second largest in the country. A vibrant market which is busy and bustling with individuals vending and bargaining.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: St. Mary's Church, Main Street, Negombo 22100 Sri Lanka

St. Mary's Church is a landmark edifice, a Roman Catholic church in the heart of Negombo. It is one of the largest cathedrals in Sri Lanka. The church was built in neoclassicism style with columns and plain walls. Its ceilings are painted with alabaster images of many saints.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Angurukaramulla Temple, Temple road, Negombo 22100 Sri Lanka

In the heart of the city of Negombo, in Sri Lanka’s Western Province, the Angurukaramulla Temple is known for the dragon-head that guards its entrance and its six-metre-tall statue of Lord Buddha. The dragon lies in the shadow of Lord Buddha’s large statue, watching a serene pool of water in front of it. Visitors to the temple should take care to dress respectfully, covering their arms and shoulders.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infant seats available"
"Most travelers can participate"
"The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions"
"A current valid passport is preferred on the day of travel"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability"



Start Time: Negombo City Tour
2/6/2024 - 3/13/2025
Duration: 2 To 4 Hours
Start location: Negombo, Negombo, Western Province
Traveler pickup is offered

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Fuel surcharge
• Transportation to/from attractions
• Parking Fees
• Entry/Admission - Negombo Lagoon

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities
• Landing and facility fees

Facilities