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From Kandy: Sigiriya Rock & Dambulla Cave Temple Adventure
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
10.0 out of 10 with 346 reviews
10/10
346 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sri Lanka Private Car Tour 3 Days
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
Free cancellation available
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Kandy: Nuwara Eliya Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 84 reviews
9.8/10
84 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Kandy Cooking Class With Nilu (Free pick up & Drop)
Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes
3h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 50 reviews
10/10
50 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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Kandy Private Guided City Tour by Tuk Tuk Like a Local
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
10.0 out of 10 with 618 reviews
10/10
618 GetYourGuide reviews
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From Sigiriya To Kandy Drop Tour - Sri Lanka
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
6h 30m+
10.0 out of 10 with 36 reviews
10/10
36 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy City Explore Tour Morning/Evenening Private Tour
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.8 out of 10 with 56 reviews
9.8/10
56 GetYourGuide reviews
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Kandy to Ambuluwawa Privates Tuk Tuk Guided City Day Tours
9.8 out of 10 with 110 reviews
9.8/10
110 GetYourGuide reviews
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Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Day Tour
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
9.6 out of 10 with 11 reviews
9.6/10
11 Viator reviews
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Adventure & outdoor
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Kandy Tea Factory & Tea Testing Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy to Nuwara Eliya Tuk Tuk Tour: Tea Factory & Highlights
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Sri Lanka Heritage & Tea Country 3-Day Tour
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
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Hiriwadunna: Lake Fishing & Cooking Experience From Kandy
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Kandy: Nuwara Eliya, Ambewela Drop Trip & Ella Train journey
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h+
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Kandy: Eco Village Tour with Cooking Programme
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Kandy: 2-Day Adam's Peak Sunrise Hike and Waterfalls Tour
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Kithulgala:White Water Rafting Adventure Day Tour From Kandy
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Kandy City Tour by TukTuk with Laka
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip with local guide
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per traveller
Spa & wellness
See all 21 activitiesKandy Tea Factory & Tea Testing Tour by Tuk Tuk
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
From Downsouth: 3-Day Anuradhapura, Sigiriya & Kandy Tour
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
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From Kandy: Tea Factory Tour with Ramboda Waterfall Visit
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
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Kandy: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip with local guide
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
Free cancellation available
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per traveller
Sigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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Kandy: Carvings, Stone Temples & Sacred Rituals Day Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes
6h 30m
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From Kandy: 2-Day Adam’s Peak Hike & Drop to Ella
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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Kandy: Private Guided Bike Tour with Tea Factory Visit
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy City Tour With SoltaHiro
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
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From Kandy: Pinnawala Elephants & Ambuluwawa Tower Day Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Water activities
See all 10 activitiesKandy: Nuwara Eliya Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 84 reviews
9.8/10
84 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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From Kandy: Kelani River White Water Rafting Day Trip
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Kithulgala:White Water Rafting Adventure Day Tour From Kandy
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From Kandy: Kithulgala Guided WaterRafting Day Tours
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From Uppuveli Beach: Pigeon Island Snorkelling Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 16 reviews
9.8/10
16 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kithulgala Adventure Day Tour from kandy (Private tour )
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Kandy: White Water Rafting & Adventure Sports in Kitulgala
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
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Kandy: Kitulgala Abseiling Adventure & Nuwara Eliya Drop-off
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
Free cancellation available
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From Kandy: Kithulgala White Water Rafting Adventure
Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
5h 30m
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
9/10
2 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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Trincomalee: Whale & Dolphin Safari Tour with Expert Guides
8.8 out of 10 with 19 reviews
8.8/10
19 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Shows & concerts
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Private Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk with Local Guide
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
9.8 out of 10 with 58 reviews
9.8/10
58 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy: Flavours of Sri Lanka by Chitra
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy: City Tour with Temple of the Tooth & Tea Garden
Activity duration is 1 day
1d
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy: All-day Ambuluwawa and Kandy City Tour by Tuk-Tuk
Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
12h 30m
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult*
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Kandy: Beer TukTuk City Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
Free cancellation available
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Exclusive: Overnight adventure camping in Knuckles & Meemure
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
Free cancellation available
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Habarana: Pure Village Life and Cultural Experience Day Tour
Activity duration is 7 hours
7h
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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From Kandy: All-inclusive Full-Day Tour in Kandy - Private
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
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What to do in Gampola
Frequently asked questions
Is Gampola worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to experience the local charm and cultural hotspots or try regional foods and venture into nature, there are plenty of things to do in Gampola.
How do I spend a day in Gampola?
Ambuluwawa Temple and Suriyakantha Centre d'Art et de Culture are two good places to start your getaway adventures. Remember to check out the dining and retail options in Gampola while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Gampola?
Don't go home without checking out Ambuluwawa Temple, ranked the top tourist attraction in Gampola.
Is three days enough to stay in Gampola?
You can easily tour popular sights like Ambuluwawa Temple, Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre and Lankatilaka Vihara with a three-day getaway in Gampola. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stick around longer and venture to Central Province.
What are some activities to do in Gampola with kids?
Whether you're travelling with young explorers or playful teenagers, a fun-filled itinerary makes all the difference. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Gampola with kids.
What to do in Gampola for adults?
Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Centre and Kandy Garrison Cemetery are just a couple of the things to do in Gampola. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Gampola?
In Gampola, Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre is a top spot for anyone wanting to enjoy the city without opening their wallet. Also, check out the other neighbourhoods and green spaces, and ask a local tour guide for ideas. It's an easy way to discover the best free things to do in Gampola.
