Colombo is a buzzing coastal capital blending colonial history with modern luxury.
As Sri Lanka’s buzzing modern capital, Colombo is a dynamic seaport where rich colonial history seamlessly meets contemporary luxury. Having welcomed global traders for centuries, from ancient Romans to the Portuguese and British, this vibrant metropolis stands as the ultimate ‘east meets west’ crossroads. Conveniently located near the international airport, it is the perfect destination for bookending your island adventure. The city’s coastal hotels offer sleek luxury overlooking the Indian Ocean or tranquil Lake Beira, while the streets below brim with heritage. Visitors can explore the chic boutiques of the 17th-century Dutch Hospital, dive into lively local markets, or join the locals at sunset on Galle Face Green to sample an array of aromatic street food.
Colombo is Sri Lanka’s largest city, with a population of more than 750,000. The city features the incredible Beira Lake, spanning 160 acres and often hosting regattas and theatrical events on its shores. Despite being the financial and business capital of Sri Lanka, Colombo offers a host of natural beauty as well, and its network of canals leading from the Kelani River mean the city really is a mix of land and water. Colombo’s monsoon climate is just shy of being classified as a tropical rainforest, with drier winter months and an average annual temperature of 31°C.
Colombo is part of a wider selection of SRI LANKA holidays and accommodation.
