Colombo, Sri Lanka

Central Colombo Walk

Experience Local Life of Colonial Colombo Immerse yourself in Sri Lanka’s multicultural heritage in the bustling commercial district of Pettah. Meet your guide and take the short drive to Pettah; located next to the central Fort district, it still reflects Sri Lanka’s past as a meeting and trading point for people from around the world. Your local guide will accompany you through the busy streets while relaying stories about the history of Pettah and Colombo. Learn more about the diverse cultural landscape of this area in which Moors, Sinhala, Tamil, Burghers and other communities meet. Witness the trading of a variety of goods in the open air bazaars—from spices and textiles to car parts and electronics. See old colonial mansions from the Dutch period and conclude your walk at the Galle Face Hotel, a renowned Dutch villa that was converted into a hotel in 1894. Enjoy refreshments before heading back to your ship. * Demanding - Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpaved surfaces and/or multiple stairs and steep inclines. Total time walking or standing may