Fort Travel Guide

Colombo

A tall, cylindrical tower with a dome and star-shaped finials, set against a blue sky with clouds.
A red and white patterned building with multiple domes and intricate architectural details.
A detailed architectural facade with intricate patterns and a central arched entrance.
A building with intricate brickwork and multiple domes.
A coastal scene with a ferry, buses, and parked cars near the shore.

Stay near popular Fort attractions

The New Kathiresan Temple with intricate carvings and statues.

Pettah Market

7.6/10 (256 reviews)
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Pettah Market during your trip to Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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Things to do

Italian Speaking National Guide in Sri Lanka

Italian Speaking National Guide in Sri Lanka

Rp1.222.693
per traveller
Italian Speaking National Guide in Sri Lanka
Visit Muthurajawela Wetlands Scenic Boat Ride & Birdwatching

Colombo/Negombo Muthurajawela Wetland Birdwatching Boat Tour

Rp1.235.401
per adult
Colombo/Negombo Muthurajawela Wetland Birdwatching Boat Tour
Colombo to Kandy Solo Bike Adventure Day Tour

Colombo to Kandy Solo Bike Adventure Day Tour

Rp1.313.325
per adult
Colombo to Kandy Solo Bike Adventure Day Tour
Picture 7 for Activity Colombo: Private Guided Tour of the City by Tuk with Tickets

Colombo: Private Guided Tour of the City by Tuk with Tickets

Rp533.205
per adult
Colombo: Private Guided Tour of the City by Tuk with Tickets
Picture 5 for Activity Sigiriya & Dambulla All Inclusive Day Trip

Sigiriya & Dambulla All Inclusive Day Trip

Rp1.488.435
per adult
Sigiriya & Dambulla All Inclusive Day Trip
Full-Day Colombo City Tour

Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)

Rp1.403.760
per traveller
Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)
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Top hotels in Fort

Hilton Colombo

Hilton Colombo

5 out of 5
2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner Colombo
The price is Rp1.681.224 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
Rp1.681.224
Rp2.258.558 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hilton Colombo
The Kingsbury Colombo

The Kingsbury Colombo

5 out of 5
48 Janadhipathi Mawatha Colombo
The price is Rp1.403.902 per night from 9 Oct to 10 Oct
Rp1.403.902
Rp1.886.252 total
9 Oct - 10 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (922 reviews)
"We stayed briefly at the Kingsbury and our overall experience was fantastic. It's central location is great for exploring Colombo if your trip is short and the actual hotel and food is fantastic. Our room was spacious and clean, and had a great view. The only minor issue is that staff weren't communicative ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

The Kingsbury Colombo
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo

5 out of 5
115, C. A. Gardiner Mawatha Colombo
The price is Rp1.314.948 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp1.314.948
Rp1.766.507 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Cinnamon Lakeside Colombo
Zest Metropole

Zest Metropole

2.5 out of 5
43 Hospital St Colombo Western Province
The price is Rp951.396 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
Rp951.396
Rp1.122.647 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Dutch ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (41 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and great staff."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Zest Metropole
Grand Oriental Hotel

Grand Oriental Hotel

3 out of 5
2 York St Colombo WP
The price is Rp472.867 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
Rp472.867
Rp647.316 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Sambodhi Chaitiya are ...
7/10 Good! (87 reviews)
"Beautiful old building with friendly staff"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026

Grand Oriental Hotel
Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology

Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology

4 out of 5
7, Hospital Street, Colombo 01 Colombo
The price is Rp1.112.484 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
Rp1.112.484
Rp1.457.360 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Popular attractions Colombo City Centre and Dutch Hospital ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (633 reviews)
"The family room was very spacious and clean. A wonderful breakfast buffet. Staff were very friendly."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026

Fairway Colombo - Sri Lanka's First Hotel With Robot Technology
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Where to stay in Fort

Find the best Fort areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aerial view of a beach with a road running parallel to it, surrounded by buildings and palm trees.

Wellawatte

Visitors to Wellawatte enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Havelock City Mall is worth a stop.

A cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and a tower with a spherical observation deck.

Kollupitiya

While visiting Kollupitiya, you might make a stop by sights like Casino Marina Colombo and Galle Face Beach.

A coastal railway track with buildings and a clear sky.
Photo by Brandon Dale
Open Photo by Brandon Dale

Bambalapitiya

While Bambalapitiya isn't home to many top sights, Majestic City and Bellagio Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

A beach at sunset with calm waves and a distant city skyline.
Photo by Kalunde Mbevi
Open Photo by Kalunde Mbevi

Kompannaweediya

If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A building with a clock tower and illuminated signage reading "Arcade Square."
Photo by Nishantha De Costa
Open Photo by Nishantha De Costa

Cinnamon Gardens

You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Sri Lanka National Museum or Colombo Town Hall.

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