Polonnaruwa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Polonnaruwa
Where to stay in Polonnaruwa
Kaduruwela
Though Kaduruwela may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Rankot Vihara.
Hotel Sudu Araliya
"Sudu Araliya is located on the banks of the Parakrama Samudraya. It’s extensive gardens offer a peaceful place for relaxation. There is a very nice and sturdy tree house with a couple of benches and tables. A lovely place for children to play and adults to relax. Rooms and bathrooms were spacious ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
EKHO Lake House Polonnaruwa
"Wonderful room two doors away from where Queen Elizabeth stayed. Fabulous little infinity pool and only two of us in there. Stunning view with sundowners on the terrace spoilt by terrorist monkey determined to steal something off our table. Enormous curry with enough dishes to feed at least 3 ..."
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Seyara Holiday Resort
"I’m sure this review will contradict those previous, but basically I did not like this place straight from arrival. The manager/desk man was condescending, we had to wait for our room, the room was basic in the extreme, poor quality bedding and towels, an ancient bed and threadbare mattress. The ..."
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Back of Beyond - Pidurangala
"Overall was a pleasant experience. Be aware there are no walls in the treehouse, and could have provided at least one more fan. The property should have disclosed that they were doing loud construction wil power equipment all day from morning until approximately 5 pm to give us the option of staying ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Woodland Sanctuary
AARA Wild Sigiriya
Popular places to visit
Polonnaruwa Vatadage
After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.
Lankatilaka Temple
After visiting Lankatilaka Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.
Kiri Vihara Temple
After visiting Kiri Vihara Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its cycling trails.
Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum during your trip to Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.
Gal Viharaya
You can find out about the history of Nissankamallapura with a stop at Gal Viharaya. Amble around the area's lakeside or seek out its cycling trails.
Rankot Vihara
Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa with a stop at Rankot Vihara. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the cycling trails.
- Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum
- Polonnaruwa Vatadage
- Buddha Seema Prasada
- Nissanka Latha Mandapaya
- Kiri Vihara Temple
- Gal Pota
- Ancient City of Sigiriya
- Minneriya National Park
- Sigiriya Museum
- Wasgamuwa National Park
- Kaudulla National Park
- Base Hospital Dehiattakandiya
- Maduru Oya National Park
- Giritale Wewa
