Negombo City Tour by Tuk Tuk with Hotel Pickup and Guide
by Heli Tuk Tuk Tours
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This 2-3 hour motorized tour explores key sites in Negombo, a coastal city near Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka. The tour begins with hotel pickup and private transport by Tuk Tuk, accompanied by a guide. Visitors first stop at the Negombo Fish Market, one of Sri Lanka’s largest, where traditional fishermen sell their catch. The tour then includes a visit to St. Mary's Church to see its historic architecture. Next, the group visits Angurukaramulla Temple, noted for its six-meter-high Buddha statue, dragon-headed entrance, colorful paintings, sculptures, and an ancient library of Buddhist manuscripts. The tour continues to the Sri Siththi Vinayagar Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, important to the local Tamil community and known for its detailed carvings and festival celebrations. The route also covers the Dutch Canal, built in the 17th century for spice transport and irrigation, followed by visits to the Dutch Fort remains and the Dutch Clock Tower near Negombo Lagoon. These sites highlight the colonial history and architecture of the area. Parking fees and entry to Angurukaramulla Temple are included. The tour concludes with transport back to the hotel. Travel time is included in the total duration. Tips are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Negombo Fish Market
This market is located at the western end of Negombo's shoreline and serves as the hub of morning activity where fishermen sell their catch. It is one of the largest and most important fish markets in Sri Lanka and plays a key role in Negombo's economy.
30 min
St. Mary's Church
A historic church in Negombo known for its architecture and local significance.
15 min
Angurukaramulla Temple
A Buddhist temple featuring a six-meter-high Buddha statue and a dragon-headed gateway. The interior is decorated with vibrant paintings and sculptures depicting Buddhist stories. The temple houses an ancient library containing Buddhist manuscripts and serves as a spiritual site for locals and visitors.
30 min
Sri Siththi Vinayagar Temple
A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, important to the Tamil community. The temple has vibrant architecture and carvings and hosts festivals such as Vinayaka Chaturthi celebrating Ganesha's birthday.
20 min
Dutch Canal
A historic canal built in the 17th century by the Dutch to transport spices between Negombo and Colombo and to irrigate nearby agricultural land. It stretches about 100 kilometers.
15 min
Dutch Fort
Ruins of a fort originally built by the Portuguese in the early 1600s and later fortified by the Dutch in 1644. Located near Negombo Lagoon, the remaining entrance arch and walls reflect its role in controlling trade routes, especially cinnamon.
15 min
Dutch Clock Tower
A colonial-era tower near Negombo Lagoon that once formed part of Dutch fortifications. It features a clock mechanism and represents Dutch architectural influence in the area.
15 min
Meeting point
We will pick up travelers from any hotel in Negombo and drop off at the same hotel once the tour is completed. Extra charges will apply for pick up from Hotels outside Negombo
End point
We will pick up travelers from any hotel in Negombo and drop off at the same hotel once the tour is completed. Extra charges will apply for pick up from Hotels outside Negombo
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Negombo City Tour by Tuk Tuk with Hotel Pickup and Guide
by Heli Tuk Tuk Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$32Overview
This 2-3 hour motorized tour explores key sites in Negombo, a coastal city near Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka. The tour begins with hotel pickup and private transport by Tuk Tuk, accompanied by a guide. Visitors first stop at the Negombo Fish Market, one of Sri Lanka’s largest, where traditional fishermen sell their catch. The tour then includes a visit to St. Mary's Church to see its historic architecture. Next, the group visits Angurukaramulla Temple, noted for its six-meter-high Buddha statue, dragon-headed entrance, colorful paintings, sculptures, and an ancient library of Buddhist manuscripts. The tour continues to the Sri Siththi Vinayagar Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, important to the local Tamil community and known for its detailed carvings and festival celebrations. The route also covers the Dutch Canal, built in the 17th century for spice transport and irrigation, followed by visits to the Dutch Fort remains and the Dutch Clock Tower near Negombo Lagoon. These sites highlight the colonial history and architecture of the area. Parking fees and entry to Angurukaramulla Temple are included. The tour concludes with transport back to the hotel. Travel time is included in the total duration. Tips are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Negombo Fish Market
This market is located at the western end of Negombo's shoreline and serves as the hub of morning activity where fishermen sell their catch. It is one of the largest and most important fish markets in Sri Lanka and plays a key role in Negombo's economy.
30 min
St. Mary's Church
A historic church in Negombo known for its architecture and local significance.
15 min
Angurukaramulla Temple
A Buddhist temple featuring a six-meter-high Buddha statue and a dragon-headed gateway. The interior is decorated with vibrant paintings and sculptures depicting Buddhist stories. The temple houses an ancient library containing Buddhist manuscripts and serves as a spiritual site for locals and visitors.
30 min
Sri Siththi Vinayagar Temple
A Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha, important to the Tamil community. The temple has vibrant architecture and carvings and hosts festivals such as Vinayaka Chaturthi celebrating Ganesha's birthday.
20 min
Dutch Canal
A historic canal built in the 17th century by the Dutch to transport spices between Negombo and Colombo and to irrigate nearby agricultural land. It stretches about 100 kilometers.
15 min
Dutch Fort
Ruins of a fort originally built by the Portuguese in the early 1600s and later fortified by the Dutch in 1644. Located near Negombo Lagoon, the remaining entrance arch and walls reflect its role in controlling trade routes, especially cinnamon.
15 min
Dutch Clock Tower
A colonial-era tower near Negombo Lagoon that once formed part of Dutch fortifications. It features a clock mechanism and represents Dutch architectural influence in the area.
15 min
Meeting point
We will pick up travelers from any hotel in Negombo and drop off at the same hotel once the tour is completed. Extra charges will apply for pick up from Hotels outside Negombo
End point
We will pick up travelers from any hotel in Negombo and drop off at the same hotel once the tour is completed. Extra charges will apply for pick up from Hotels outside Negombo
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.