Guidebook for Colombo
Drinks & Nightlife
The Re.Pub.Lk
57 Hospital StIt has great Indian Food, Music, Cocktails and Ladies Night on Wednesdays
Food Scene
The Dutch Hospital is considered the oldest building in the city and dates back to the colonial times of Dutch domination. Since its construction in 1681, the historic building has had several purposes. From its original use as a health center for staff of the Dutch East India Company it was later used by seafarers and the Colombo Apothecaries until it was eventually converted into a shopping and dining area. Showcasing 17th-century architecture, the building features five wings and two extensive courtyards, all designed to make the humid climate bearable. Nowadays visitors can browse the numerous shops inside the hospital or enjoy some sumptuous Sri Lankan or international cuisine.
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Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
Hospital StreetThe Dutch Hospital is considered the oldest building in the city and dates back to the colonial times of Dutch domination. Since its construction in 1681, the historic building has had several purposes. From its original use as a health center for staff of the Dutch East India Company it was later used by seafarers and the Colombo Apothecaries until it was eventually converted into a shopping and dining area. Showcasing 17th-century architecture, the building features five wings and two extensive courtyards, all designed to make the humid climate bearable. Nowadays visitors can browse the numerous shops inside the hospital or enjoy some sumptuous Sri Lankan or international cuisine.
Sri Suryas Hotel
255 Sea StServes authentic south Indian food
Because they have local Sri Lankan food and yummy local sea food dishes at a reasonable price.
Sea Fish Restaurant
Because they have local Sri Lankan food and yummy local sea food dishes at a reasonable price.
Everything Else
Walks and sunsets at Galle Face Green
Make your way to Galle Face Green, an extensive urban seaside park stretched out over half a kilometre along the magnificent coast of the Indian Ocean. Originally used by the Dutch as a clear line of fire for their cannons, today this place offers a tranquil setting and is a favorite spot for joggers, walkers or picnickers. With the breezes from the sea, Galle Face Green welcomes a large number of kite flyers, resulting in dazzling sights of the sky filled with graceful inventions. Food vendors throughout the area provide tasty nibbles and refreshments. Why not join the locals and fly a kite or watch the sun set over the blue waters?
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Galle Face
Walks and sunsets at Galle Face Green
Make your way to Galle Face Green, an extensive urban seaside park stretched out over half a kilometre along the magnificent coast of the Indian Ocean. Originally used by the Dutch as a clear line of fire for their cannons, today this place offers a tranquil setting and is a favorite spot for joggers, walkers or picnickers. With the breezes from the sea, Galle Face Green welcomes a large number of kite flyers, resulting in dazzling sights of the sky filled with graceful inventions. Food vendors throughout the area provide tasty nibbles and refreshments. Why not join the locals and fly a kite or watch the sun set over the blue waters?
Barefoot is an iconic store where you can find local handlooms, books, and Sri Lankan artifacts. They also have a quaint little cafe in the back where you listen to fabulous jazz concerts on Sundays.
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Barefoot
704 Colombo - Galle Main RdBarefoot is an iconic store where you can find local handlooms, books, and Sri Lankan artifacts. They also have a quaint little cafe in the back where you listen to fabulous jazz concerts on Sundays.
Shopping
The Pettah market, a mix of market vendors selling anything from fresh vegetables and seafood to jewelry, clothing and electronic goods. The numerous streets are dedicated to different trades, with one of the most notable being sea street at the end of the open market, specialized in the trading of gold and jewels and mostly administered by migrant Tamil people. With the multitude of labyrinthine side lanes it is hard to take in every angle of Pettah market. It offers a truly authentic insight into the lifestyle and habits of the local population, and while many tourists frequent it, it is mainly visited by locals.
Main Street
Main StreetThe Pettah market, a mix of market vendors selling anything from fresh vegetables and seafood to jewelry, clothing and electronic goods. The numerous streets are dedicated to different trades, with one of the most notable being sea street at the end of the open market, specialized in the trading of gold and jewels and mostly administered by migrant Tamil people. With the multitude of labyrinthine side lanes it is hard to take in every angle of Pettah market. It offers a truly authentic insight into the lifestyle and habits of the local population, and while many tourists frequent it, it is mainly visited by locals.
Paradise Road
213 Srimath Anagarika Dharmapala MawathaUnique store by a Sri Lankan designer.
Essentials
Super Market where you can find anything from yoghurts to fruits.
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Keells Super
50 Marine DriveSuper Market where you can find anything from yoghurts to fruits.
Getting Around
We recommend Hussain, with his fleet of cars for tour packages. Contact College House for more information.
College House
52 College StWe recommend Hussain, with his fleet of cars for tour packages. Contact College House for more information.
Parks & Nature
Waters Edge is former golf club turned into a recreational area where you can walk around a man made lake and catch a plant exhibition with local vendors. There is also a local food by vendors, as well as a club house restaurant and bakery.
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Waters Edge - Sri Lanka
316 Pannipitiya RdWaters Edge is former golf club turned into a recreational area where you can walk around a man made lake and catch a plant exhibition with local vendors. There is also a local food by vendors, as well as a club house restaurant and bakery.