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Explore the must-sees like the Temple of the Tooth, the serene St. Paul's Church, and the Royal Forest Park on a private city highlights tour. Personalize your plan with your favorite local and enjoy Kandy the right way, the local way!
City Tours in KandyExplore the must-sees like the Temple of the Tooth, the serene St. Paul's Church, and the Royal Forest Park on a private city highlights tour. Personalize your plan with your favorite local and enjoy Kandy the right way, the local way!
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Reviews from guests about our tours and locals
"We thoroughly enjoyed our tour of Kandy with Buddhima. She was an outstanding guide. From our initial communications and meeting arrangements to the actual tour, the organization was perfect. She kindly accommodated our requests and patiently answered all our questions. As we had combined two tours we go to spend the whole day with her, we learnt all about the culture and history of the city, saw hidden gems off the beaten track and tasted the most delicious food and explored the local markets. A day to remember! "
"Buddhima provided a fascinating into Kandy, showing not only the tourist highlights but sharing an insight into aspects of the city we would not have discovered. Buddhima was an excellent guide, who was keen to tailor the day to our needs. The day was informative but also fun. We very much enjoyed Buddhima's company. Highly recommended."
"Buddhima was the perfect guide for an afternoon in Kandy. We had so much fun in her company and she went above and beyond to ensure we saw and experienced as much of Kandy as possible. Buddhima’s knowledge of the history and culture of Sri Lanka was extensive and she gave us a fascinating insight into the Buddhist and Hindu cultures. We made a number of food and drink stops during the tour. Everything we tasted was delicious, especially the milk tea and dosas. We would not hesitate to recommend Buddhima, she is excellent company and is very passionate about her country. She deserves all of her 5 star reviews. Many thanks Buddhima, we had a fantastic time "
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Discover Kandy like never before with a private city tours led by a local guide. These tours are tailored just for you, with no fixed routes or crowds. Whether you’re into history, hidden alleys, iconic landmarks, or everyday local life, your guide will customize the experience to match your interests.
Walk through Kandy with someone who truly knows the city, hear the stories behind the sights, and uncover corners most tourists miss. Want to focus on art, neighborhoods, or cultural quirks? It’s your tour, your pace. Perfect for first-time visitors or seasoned explorers, our personalized city tours help you connect with Kandy in a meaningful way.
Say goodbye to generic tours and hello to a one-of-a-kind local experience in Kandy.
Always private. It’s just you and your local host. No strangers, no groups.
Let your local host tailor the experience completely to your wishes.
Our tours are designed with people, places, and the planet in mind.
"To explain just how wonderful Buddhima is, I’ll first address her personality and then our particular tour. Buddhima has one of those joyful, engaging personalities that makes any activity that much better. She takes her job seriously, adapted multiple times, and enthusiastically shared information on anything we wanted to know. We knew we were in for a treat when, after apologizing for lunch delay that would push back our meetup, Buddhima showed up at the dosai, and brought a treat for our 20-month old! That extraordinary effort continued throughout the tour, as she showed us a traditional performance that we learned had closed during covid, but she knew if it and that it reopened 2-weeks ago! I could go on about the Buddhist temple we visited off the beaten path, and the vegan ice-cream journey she helped us on, but I’d suggest you’d be better off booking her and getting to experience both a wonderful time and a wonderful person!"
"We are very happy of this private guided tour! Buddhima has a great knowledge of the city of Kandy and it was very interesting to discover different places such as nice place to try Sri Lankan food, sacred places (temple of the tooth, cave temple, Buddha statue…) and nice point of view. She was very helpful and her smile brings joy. Thanks a lot 🙏🏼💐 Alice and Jo French: Nous sommes vraiment ravis d’avoir pu profiter de cette visite guidée. Buddhima connaît très bien la ville de Kandy et c’était vraiment intéressant de découvrir plein d’endroits différents comme de bonnes adresses pour manger local, les endroits sacrés comme le temple de la dent, le temple sous la grotte, l’immense statue de Bouddha et les plus beaux points de vue. Elle nous a beaucoup aidé et son sourire donne du baume au cœur. Un grand merci 🙏🏼💐 Alice et Jo"
"My mum, sister and I had a fabulous afternoon and evening tour with Buddhima in and around Kandy! She is warm, bubbly and fun and we got to experience things we would never have without her. In all pre-tour comms, she was very helpful and quick to reply. On the day, because it had been raining, she made special arrangements for her cousin to bring his car, picked us up in the car rather than on foot and drove us to our first hidden gem to ensure we had an amazing experience undisturbed by rain! I don't want to give spoilers but the hidden gem she took us to was absolutely incredible and unlike anything else we saw on the trip! It truly was a hidden gem - we were the only people there, which created a fantastic atmosphere and it was a special moment of our trip. Buddhima then took us for icecream at the university campus and let us stop to take photos with the oldest tree we've ever seen! (Think Whomping Willow from Harry Potter!) She then took us around Kandy centre on foot - taking us into the busy fruit and vegetable market (something we wouldn't have been brave enough to do on our own!), taking us for a mini food tour (tasting unusual Sri Lankan fruits and buying us some tasty savoury snacks!) and very kindly helping us with some shopping! We finished the tour by being taken around the incredible Temple of the Tooth for the evening ceremony, which was busy and buzzing and full of history! What we loved about this tour was Buddhima - she was warm, friendly, kind and passionate and made the experience a real pleasure. We felt like we had made a friend! If you're looking for an authentic experience with a local person and an interesting tour of Kandy and the surrounding area, we would 100% recommend Buddhima! "
"We had a great Kandy City Tour with Buddhima. We met her on time at the predefined meeting place. She took us for a walk through town. We visited Kandy Lake, the temple of tooth, the food market and she showed us hidden places like nice cafes. We had the chance to try exotic fruits and enjoy a King Coconut on the food market. Finally she took us to a place where locals have their lunch and we tried a large variety of Sri Lankan dishes. Many thanks for this unique experience!"
"It was a fully pleasure to share a morning with Buddhima in Kandy. With calm and joy she showed us her city and was open for every question we had. We can fully recommend Buddhima with her great smile and openness!"
"We had a lovely tour with Buddhima who took us to some of the 'must sees' but also of the beaten path. The tour was completely ajustable, she even helped us to get a local driving license. I would recomend it to everyone!"
"Mohamed knew all the best places & the best times to see them. Thanks for a great day in Kandy "
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.
Your tour is just for you. No strangers, no groups.
You’ll experience the city one-on-one (or with your own travel group) in a relaxed, personal way. No rushing, no scripted group tours.
From highlights to hidden gems, your host adjusts everything to fit you.
Want to skip a museum, add a food stop, or focus on street art? Just ask. Every experience is shaped around your pace, preferences and interests.
Message your host directly to customize your experience.
Ask questions, get local tips, or make special requests. Our hosts are real people, ready to make your day unforgettable.
Every booking supports independent locals and their communities.
We believe tourism should benefit the people who live there. Your host earns directly and often invests it right back into their neighborhood.
You’re choosing meaningful travel, not mass tourism.
Withlocals is built on fair pay, human connections and travel that leaves a positive mark for both you and the places you visit.
Loved by over 1,000,000 travelers all around the world.
Withlocals hosts consistently earn 5-star reviews for their kindness, knowledge and the personal stories they share.
Book with peace of mind: safe payments and easy changes.
Your plans can shift and that’s okay. We offer flexible cancellation and real support when you need it.