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Polonnaruwa to Colombo

223 km ~5h 35m by car

Travel from Polonnaruwa to Colombo with a private chauffeur from SL RIDE. A well-preserved ancient royal capital with impressive ruins, sculpted rock faces, and sacred dagobas. Sri Lanka's bustling commercial capital, blending colonial architecture, vibrant markets, and world-class dining. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive across Sri Lanka.

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Distance

223 km

Estimated Travel Time

~5h 35m

Vehicle Options

Car, Van, Bus

Things to Do in Polonnaruwa

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Cycling Tour of Polonnaruwa Ruins
Adventure

Cycling Tour of Polonnaruwa Ruins

Polonnaruwa3hTicket $8

Explore the sprawling ancient ruins at your own pace by bicycle — the best way to cover the site.

Gal Vihara Rock Sculptures
Cultural

Gal Vihara Rock Sculptures

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Marvel at four magnificent Buddha figures carved directly into a single granite face — a masterpiece of ancient art.

Minneriya National Park Safari
Nature

Minneriya National Park Safari

Polonnaruwa3hTicket $40

Witness the famous "Gathering" — hundreds of wild Asian elephants congregating around Minneriya Tank.

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour
Cultural

Polonnaruwa Ancient City Tour

Polonnaruwa4hTicket $25

A guided tour of the UNESCO-listed medieval capital — palaces, stupas, and sacred ponds spanning 1,000 years of history.

Things to Do in Colombo

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Colombo City Food Tour
Food & Drink

Colombo City Food Tour

Colombo3hTicket $25

A guided walking tour of Colombo's best street food, from hoppers to kottu roti.

Colombo Harbour Cruise
Leisure

Colombo Harbour Cruise

Colombo1.5hTicket $20

Enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise around Colombo harbour with views of the city skyline.

Galle Face Green Sunset Walk
Leisure

Galle Face Green Sunset Walk

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Stroll along this iconic oceanfront promenade, soak in the sunset, and try local street snacks.

Gangaramaya Temple Visit
Religious

Gangaramaya Temple Visit

Colombo1.5hTicket $3

One of Colombo's most revered temples — an eclectic mix of Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, and Chinese architecture.

Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara
Religious

Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara

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One of Sri Lanka's most sacred Buddhist temples, also revered in the Ramayana as the site where Vibhishana — Ravana's virtuous brother — was crowned King of Lanka by Rama.

National Museum of Colombo
Cultural

National Museum of Colombo

Colombo2hTicket $5

Explore Sri Lanka's largest museum covering 2,500 years of history, royal regalia, and ancient artefacts.

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