Highlights & Hidden Gems of Colombo
Our locals for this tour
Chandika Nuwan, Khasim & 4 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Colombo
Category
City highlight tours
Duration
3 hours
Mode of transport
Walking
Available languages
English • Sinhala • Tamil • Indonesian • Melayu • العربية • Français • Deutsch • Español • Italiano • Português • 日本語 • Hindi • Korean • Русский
What's included
Private Guide • Local Snack or Drink • Tuk Tuk ride • Entrance to Gangaramaya Temple
Here’s an overview of your tour
Colombo, is a magical place! And with the local host of your choice, you are going to experience it all. So get ready; culture, history, and local lifestyle await!
Dive into the origin of Colombo as you see the city’s main landmarks like Gangaramaya Temple, Light House Tower, and Red Mosque. And how about the hidden gems? Oh, you’re in for a surprise! Every host has its own story to tell, so pick your favorite, and you’ll discover the city through their eyes. Experience their Colombo to the max based on their passions and expertise. They’ll make sure you have fun enjoying a unique and local perspective of Colombo.
Want to take a break? Leave it up to your host! This is the perfect opportunity to visit that special eatery where only the locals come and your chance to enjoy a local treat hand-picked by your host. Feel free to ask your host more about their life in their city or get recommendations about the top things to do in Colombo. Remember, the locals know best.
The best part of any city tour is definitely the unique stories. Everybody has a story to tell, especially your host. Each one of the local hosts has a different background ranging from arts to history. They can’t wait to share their knowledge with you and exchange ideas and perspectives! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Colombo, your Colombo!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Independence Monument, near the information plaquetteCity Highlights
See from Gangaramaya Temple, Light House Tower, Red Mosque, and other landmarks and must-sees of the city. Your local host will take you to the main spots in town so you can get the perfect overview of what makes Colombo so uniqueHidden Gems
Along the way, your local host will show you treasures hidden in plain sight that only the locals know about. Get to know the city through a different perspective, the local way, and discover places and stories that not many tourists experienceMagical Storytelling
Behind every landmark and every stop, there’s a story, and your local host is ready to tell it all. Get ready to listen to incredible stories, one-of-a-kind insights, and fun facts only a knowledgeable local would know!Special Treat
Follow your host to one of their favorite eateries for a snack or a drink beloved by the locals. Take a break and catch up with your new local friend and get the answers to all your travel questions
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Chandika Nuwan
Multicultural Expert
Chandika Nuwan4.521 reviewsI speakEnglish • SinhalaKhasim
The Gourmet Storyteller
Khasim4.77 reviewsI speakEnglish • SinhalaMuditha
The Foodie Photographer
Muditha4.751 reviewsI speakEnglish • SinhalaTuan Ishan
Your Urban Explorer
Tuan Ishan5.07 reviewsI speakEnglish • Sinhala • Tamil • Indonesian • MelayuPriyantha
A friend
Priyantha4.625 reviewsI speakEnglish • SinhalaDeegoda
Guided by a Couple
Deegoda5.01 reviewsI speakالعربية • English • Sinhala • Français • Deutsch • Español • Italiano • Português • 日本語 • Hindi • Tamil • Korean • Русский
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking
Included
- Private Guide
- Local Snack or Drink
- Tuk Tuk ride
- Entrance to Gangaramaya Temple
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Wealth of Knowledge
"Muditha was such a great Guy, with great English and knew so much about the History of Colombo. It was the perfect introduction to the Country on our first day. He went over and above to meet our n...
- 5.0
Best way to get to know Colombo
"If you don't have much time to visit, friendly Muditha will show you around and you can get to know the essential of Colombo. Totally recommend."
- 5.0
The perfect introduction to Colombo!
"We went out with Muditha on our first day in Sri Lanka and it was the best way to be introduced to the city and country. Muditha took us to several local spots, explaining interesting cultural and hi...
Why should you book a Withlocals tour?
100% customizable
Let your local host tailor the tour completely to your wishes.
Private guided tours
No strangers on your tour. It’s just you and your local host.
Responsible
Our tours are designed with people, places & the planet in mind.
Questions?
We are here to help!
What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
Our locals for this tour
Chandika Nuwan, Priyantha & 4 other locals
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