Things to do in Pilimathalawa
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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
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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 85 reviews
9.8/10
85 GetYourGuide reviews
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Sigiriya & Dambulla Day Trip with Lunch : Private & All-Inclusive
Activity duration is 14 hours
14h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
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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 619 reviews
10/10
619 GetYourGuide reviews
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Experience the Beauty and History of Sri Lanka
Activity duration is 2 days
2d
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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
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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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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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Kandy : Tea Making Experience Tour with Free Tasting
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
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per adult
Kandy: Nuwara Eliya, Ambewela Drop Trip & Ella Train journey
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h+
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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Kandy: Eco Village Tour with Cooking Programme
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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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
Sri Lanka Heritage & Tea Country 3-Day Tour
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
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Knuckles Mountains Range 8 hours day tours from Kandy city
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
10/10
2 Viator reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Sigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
Free cancellation available
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09 Days Heritage Trails of Sri Lanka
Free cancellation available
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Sri Lanka 06 Days Wildlife & Sightseeing Tour
Activity duration is 6 days
6d
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Spa & wellness
See all 25 activitiesKandy : Tea Making Experience Tour with Free Tasting
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Sigiriya & Dambulla: All-inclusive Day Tour
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 GetYourGuide review
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Kandy City Tour With SoltaHiro
Activity duration is 5 hours
5h
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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 Downsouth: 3-Day Anuradhapura, Sigiriya & Kandy Tour
Activity duration is 3 days
3d
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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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From Kandy: Pinnawala Elephants & Ambuluwawa Tower Day Tour
Activity duration is 6 hours
6h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
Kandy: Nutmeg Plantation Tour with Kamatha Lunch
Activity duration is 2 hours
2h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Kandy: Private Guided Bike Tour with Tea Factory Visit
Activity duration is 4 hours
4h
Free cancellation available
includes taxes & fees
per adult
Tuk-Tuk Tales of Kandy: A Sensory City Tour with Local Guide
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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Water activities
See all 10 activitiesKandy: Nuwara Eliya Day Trip
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
9.8 out of 10 with 85 reviews
9.8/10
85 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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per adult*
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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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From Kandy: Kelani River White Water Rafting Day Trip
Activity duration is 8 hours
8h
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From Kandy: Kithulgala Guided WaterRafting Day Tours
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Kandy: Kitulgala Abseiling Adventure & Nuwara Eliya Drop-off
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
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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
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Kithulgala:White Water Rafting Adventure Day Tour From Kandy
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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
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per adult
From Uppuveli Beach: Pigeon Island Snorkelling Tour
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
9.8 out of 10 with 17 reviews
9.8/10
17 GetYourGuide reviews
Free cancellation available
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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 59 reviews
9.8/10
59 GetYourGuide reviews
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
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Kandy: Beer TukTuk City Tour
Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
4h 30m
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Exciting evening with Fire Dancing cultural show
Activity duration is 1 hour
1h
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
10/10
1 verified review
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per adult*
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Kandy: Flavours of Sri Lanka by Chitra
Activity duration is 3 hours
3h
Free cancellation available
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per adult
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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From Kandy: All-inclusive Full-Day Tour in Kandy - Private
Activity duration is 10 hours
10h
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What to do in Pilimathalawa
Frequently asked questions
Is Pilimathalawa worth visiting?
Whether you plan to discover the cultural highlights and local charm or try unique foods and venture into nature, there are plenty of things to do in Pilimathalawa.
How do I spend a day in Pilimathalawa?
After you've checked off popular attractions like Royal Palace of Kandy and Ambuluwawa Temple, spend the rest of your day exploring Pilimathalawa's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Pilimathalawa?
The top tourist attraction in Pilimathalawa is Royal Palace of Kandy, so be sure to put it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Pilimathalawa?
You can easily visit popular sights like Wales Park, Dhamma Kuta Vipassana Meditation Centre and Asgiri Maha Viharaya with a three-day getaway in Pilimathalawa. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Central Province.
Is Pilimathalawa a walkable city?
It depends on what you plan to see and do in Pilimathalawa. Several leading attractions, like Gadaladeniya Temple, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through one of Pilimathalawa's neighbourhoods, Iriyagama is 3 kilometres away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Pilimathalawa with kids?
Deciding what to do in Pilimathalawa with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're holidaying with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly sights and activities to keep everyone entertained here.
What to do in Pilimathalawa for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Pilimathalawa, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to Kadugannawa Tea Factory & Sales Centre or Kandy Garrison Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Pilimathalawa?
In Pilimathalawa, Wales Park is a must-see spot for anyone wishing to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to learn about the best free things to do in Pilimathalawa.
