Things to do in Bandaragama

No. 4 of Night Attractions in Sri Lanka

Independence Square

Independence Square is located to the east of the University of Colombo, an iconic cultural square and the site where the Sri Lanka independence ceremony was held on February 4, 1948. Looking around here, the distant The White Palace is faintly visible. Many young people rest and read here, making it a great place to find comfort and quiet. Independence Square’s central Independence Memorial Hall was built in imitation of the audience hall used during the Kandy Dynasty. The green lawns surrounding the square set off the Independence Memorial Hall, which is surrounded by stone-carved lions, and there is a statue of D.S. Senanayake on the back of the memorial hall.

Pearl Bay

Are you ready to Spend a Whole Day in Another World? Pearl Bay, a David Pieris Group initiative, is Sri Lanka's First International Standard Leisure Park right here in Bandaragama. Pearl Bay comprises four zones which include SplashBay (European Standard Waterpark), SpeedBay (FIA-CIK certified 1.2Km karting track), TargetBay (5-lane Air Rifle Shooting Range) and YumBay (Cafe and Restaurant).

No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Colombo

Colombo National Museum

Colombo National Museum is the national museum of Sri Lanka. Opened in 1877, it houses tens of thousands of artifacts and is an ideal place to quickly understand the history of this island. The museum is housed in a two-story, Italian-style white building. With its arched colonnades and a large lawn in front, the white facade is very photogenic. The first floor is arranged chronologically, while the second floor is organized by theme, showcasing everything from prehistoric stone tools to the Anuradhapura and Polonnaruwa periods, and finally the Kingdom of Kandy. The museum library also houses thousands of palm-leaf manuscripts, offering a window into the literary heritage of ancient Sri Lanka.

SpeedBay Circuit, Bandaragama

Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium, Diyagama

Kalutara Bodhiya

Located in the Kalutara district of Sri Lanka, it is one of the few hollow stupas in the world and its interior contains 74 murals, each depicting a different aspect of the life of the Buddha.

Piliyandala Clock Tower

No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Colombo

Colombo Dehiwala Zoological Gardens

The Colombo Zoo, also known as the Dehiwela Zoo, is located in South Colombo. It is Sri Lanka's national zoo and one of the largest zoos in the country. It houses over 3,000 animals from around the world, representing 350 species, with a predominance of tropical animals. The zoo is shaded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers. The zoo features an aquarium, a bird enclosure, a reptile house, a butterfly garden, and an elephant enclosure. The zoo's biggest difference from other zoos is the sheer variety of animals, including 110 species and over 1,000 birds. There are also hundreds of butterflies from over 30 species. 2. Butterfly Garden For butterfly enthusiasts, there's a dedicated butterfly garden. Through the glass windows, you can see the garden's shrubs and flowers. Colorful butterflies flutter among the blossoms, or rest among them, creating a truly captivating sight. 3. A Variety of Performances The zoo features elephant and seal performances, each open daily at 4:30 PM. The elephant show begins at 4:00 PM, while the seal show begins at 4:00 PM. Visitors can also ride elephants (unlike other zoos) or on horseback to see gorillas, African lions, Indian tigers, peacocks, and other exotic animals and aquatic life. This activity runs from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM on weekends.

Madunagala Hot Water Spring

Panadura Beach

This beach has beautiful scenery, where you can take a leisurely stroll along the sand, enjoy the sea breeze, and take in the stunning sunset.