Fort Galle Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Galle Clock Tower

4/5(9 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Galle when you take a trip to Galle Clock Tower. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Clock Tower
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Galle Lighthouse

4.5/5(34 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Galle with a trip to Galle Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Galle Lighthouse
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Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa

You can take time to visit Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa during your travels to Galle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa
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National Maritime Museum

3.5/5(6 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at National Maritime Museum during your travels in Galle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

National Maritime Museum
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All Saints Anglican Church

3.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Galle with a visit to All Saints Anglican Church. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

All Saints Anglican Church
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Historical Mansion

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Historical Mansion in Galle. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Historical Mansion

Activities

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Udawalawa National Park Safari

NZ$209
Per adult
Udawalawa National Park Safari
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Private Day Tour Of Galle From Colombo and Negombo

NZ$162
Per adult
Private Day Tour Of Galle From Colombo and Negombo
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Galle Day Tour From Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive)

NZ$284
Per adult
Galle Day Tour From Kalutara / Wadduwa (All Inclusive)
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Shore Excursion Hambanthota Port to Galle Dutch Fort Tour

NZ$285
Per adult
Shore Excursion Hambanthota Port to Galle Dutch Fort Tour
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Galle Day Tour with Stilt Fishing Experience from Colombo

NZ$206
Per adult
Galle Day Tour with Stilt Fishing Experience from Colombo
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Day out to Galle[Stilt Fishing. Turtle watching.Cinnamon Farm]

NZ$130
Per adult
Day out to Galle[Stilt Fishing. Turtle watching.Cinnamon Farm]
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Our pick of the best Fort Galle Hotel Deals

The Dutch Boutique
The Dutch Boutique
3 out of 5
66A Church Street, Galle, Fort
The price is NZ$112 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$112
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Galle Lighthouse and Historical Mansion are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Without a doubt, this was one of my best stays in Sri Lanka. This hotel’s location can’t be beat, with easy access to the fort, dinning, and shopping, you will be very happy. The rooms are also quite comfortable with great beds, AC, and WiFi. The manager is awesome and he can arrange transportation, ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

The Dutch Boutique
The Fort Printers
The Fort Printers
4.5 out of 5
39 Pedlar Street, Galle
The price is NZ$267 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$267
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Historical Mansion and Spa Ceylon ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
"Stylish and quiet"

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2024

The Fort Printers
Galle Fort Hotel
Galle Fort Hotel
5 out of 5
No 28, Church Street,Galle Fort, Galle
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa and Historical ...
9/10 Wonderful! (79 reviews)
"Xt"

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

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Galle Fort Hotel
Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort
Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort
5 out of 5
25 Rampart Street, Galle Fort, Galle
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Dutch Reformed Church are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
The best
"What a special hotel — a beautiful old colonial house with only 4 rooms and a most wonderful team who made my stay warm and welcoming. Highly recommend a stay here."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2024

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Taru Villas Rampart Street - Galle Fort
Mango House
Mango House
2.5 out of 5
03, Leyn Baan Cross Street, Fort, Galle, Southern Province
Book a stay at this beach guesthouse in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Popular attractions Historical Mansion and Old Dutch Hospital ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)
"Absolutely awesome guesthouse, staff are wonderful, location is excellent, food is fantastic… highly recommend this guesthouse"

Reviewed on 29 Feb. 2024

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Mango House
The Bartizan
The Bartizan
3 out of 5
77 Pedlar Street, Galle Fort, Galle
The price is NZ$201 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$201
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Galle. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Galle Fort and Spa Ceylon Boutique & Urban Spa ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (48 reviews)
The place to stay in Galle
"The Bartizan is a very lowly hotel and we enjoyed our stay. The view over the ocean from our private balcony was amazing. The room well appointed and spacious."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2023

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Other neighbourhoods around Fort Galle

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Cheena Kotuwa

If you're spending some time in Cheena Kotuwa, Galle Fort and Galle International Cricket Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Cheena Kotuwa
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Richmond Kanda

While Richmond Kanda isn't home to many top sights, Galle Fort and Mahamodara Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Richmond Kanda

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