Galle Trips & Tours

Galle Trips & Tours

A cosmopolitan colonial town on the sultry south-west coast stuffed with hipper-than-hip eateries, hotels and cafes.

Sri Lanka’s south coast might be all surf, sea and sunshine but step away from the sand and into Galle’s higgledy-piggledy streets for something a tad different. The fortified town is one of Sri Lanka’s seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites and in its heart is a jaw-dropping fortress crammed with centuries of colonial influence from Portuguese to Dutch to English. It might be a cliché, but watching the sun rise or set over the thick castle walls will be a highlight of any trip. Beyond the ramparts, you’ll find an eclectic mix of art galleries, cafes and chic hotels all watched over by a jumble of entirely elegant architecture. Get into the nooks and crannies on a walking tour – the best ones will take you past local restaurants serving tuna salads and tasty hoppers, through the flea market to pick up antiques and decorative bunting, and ending at the sweeping seaside for a pineapple shake.