Pettah Travel Guide
Colombo
Popular places to visit
Pettah Market
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.
Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque
After visiting Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo. Stroll along the seaside in this culturally rich area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Colombo City Centre
You can do some window-shopping at Colombo City Centre during your trip to Colombo 02.
Galle Face Green
After visiting Galle Face Green, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 03. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.
Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall
Find out about the history of Colombo 07 with a stop at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Gangaramaya Temple
After visiting Gangaramaya Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Colombo 02. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Full-Day Colombo City Tour (Private Car)
Private Heritage Day Tour from Colombo to Galle by Car/van/bus
Galle and Bentota Day Tour from Colombo
From Colombo: Galle Fort, Madu River, Epic Day Trip Tour
Private Car Hire with Driver-Guide for 03 Days Round Tour
Top hotels in Pettah
Granbell Hotel Colombo
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Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Taj Samudra
"Beautiful view overlooking the Galleface Green and the Indian Ocean."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Shangri-La Colombo
"Very well appointed hotel, comfortable rooms, good health facilities and spa, really nice breakfast, but the nicest thing was the staff... friendly, helpful, polite and engaging"
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Marino Beach Colombo
"Nice place to stay"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
"Good"
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
"The staff at this hotel are exceptional; I've never encountered such helpful service during my travels through over 30 countries. They go above and beyond to assist. When I booked a car and the driver was delayed, the staff quickly ordered another one through their phone and guided the driver exactly ..."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pettah
Fort
Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pettah Market and Bally's Casino.
Kochchikade
Kochchikade might not have many top sights, but Pettah Market and Bally's Casino are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Kompannaweediya
If you're spending some time in Kompannaweediya, One Galle Face and Galle Face Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Hunupitiya
Hunupitiya might not have many top sights, but Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Suduwella
While Suduwella may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre.
Ibbanwala
Though Ibbanwala may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Colombo City Centre and Chabad of Sri Lanka.
