Borella Travel Guide
Colombo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
One Galle Face
You can search for that perfect souvenir at One Galle Face during your stay in Colombo 03.
Top hotels in Borella
Granbell Hotel Colombo
Staff were very accomodating and friendly
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Marino Beach Colombo
We have stayed here MANY times. It is always a pleasure. The staff is excellent. The facilities are well-maintained. The food is amazing. We had a delay on check-in this trip, but those things happen. Wonderful hotel.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Colombo
Clean well kept great staff and prime location with a connection to one galface mall
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Breakfast spread was great with multiple options. Pools were excellent
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Galle Face Hotel
Great hotel with a rich history and a sunset that best in the world
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Taj Samudra
The sea view room was just an amazing experience. The staff are very hospitable and welcoming. There was a good selection of breakfast. The location is very convenient.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Borella
Cinnamon Gardens
You'll enjoy the museums and gardens in Cinnamon Gardens. You might want to make time for a stop at Nelum Pokuna Mahinda Rajapaksa Theatre or National Art Gallery.
Maradana
When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo City Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 Colombo Lotus Tower.
Thimbirigasyaya
While visiting Thimbirigasyaya, you might make a stop by sights like Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall and Arcade Independence Square.
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.
