Pettah Travel Guide
Colombo
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct during your visit to Colombo. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of 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.
Dutch Period Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Dutch Period Museum during your travels in Colombo. Stroll along the area's seaside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower
Learn about the local history of Colombo with a stop at Kayman’s Gate Bell Tower. Amble around this culturally rich area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Pettah
Shangri-La Colombo
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Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Galle Face Hotel
Very classy hotel with a real colonial style and great staff.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Granbell Hotel Colombo
Stylish, clean and well located!
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Marino Beach Colombo
Clean rooms, excellent staff good amenities
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams
Absolutely one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed in. We moved here from another luxury brand hotel after coming for dinner and drinks, and were completely blown away — so much so that we changed our stay. The hotel is spotless and beautifully new, with stunning amenities. The infinity pool is ...
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
ITC Ratnadipa, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Colombo
Beautiful room, very nice staff and excellent service
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pettah
Fort
Fort is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct and Pettah Market.
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.
Maradana
When in Maradana, you can plan a visit to Colombo Lotus Tower and Colombo Town Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
