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From one-of-a-kind treasures to yummy food, Pettah Market offers a distinctive shopping experience. Zigzag through the stalls and experience the friendly, bustling atmosphere of this community hub.

This Pettah community marketplace is an ideal spot to begin your day of sightseeing. There's lots to enjoy close by, such as Colombo City Centre, Galle Face Green, and Galle Face Beach. Take your time at Pettah Market before heading to these other fine attractions.

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The Villa in Lavinia

The Villa in Lavinia

3.5 out of 5
per person
Jun 21 - Jun 25
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Muscat (MCT) to Colombo (CMB)
8.2/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
A little hidden gem. Clean, simple, great staff, very reasonably priced. I would definitely come back!

Reviewed on Feb 29, 2024

This Is It Airport Hotel and Restaurant

This Is It Airport Hotel and Restaurant

2.5 out of 5
per person
Jun 21 - Jun 25
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Muscat (MCT) to Colombo (CMB)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

Backpack Lanka - Central Colombo - Hostel

2 out of 5
per person
Jun 21 - Jun 25
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Muscat (MCT) to Colombo (CMB)
6.4/10 (36 reviews)
Friendly and helpful staff and easy access to town area.

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2018

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All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park

All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park

Activity duration is 16 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $148 per adult*
All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park

Wildlife & nature

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All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park

All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park

Activity duration is 16 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $148 per adult*
All inclusive Private jeep safari at Yala National park

Food, drink & nightlife

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From Colombo: 8-Day Private Tour of Sri Lanka with Transport

From Colombo: 8-Day Private Tour of Sri Lanka with Transport

Activity duration is 8 days
Free cancellation available
Price is $1,100 per traveler*
From Colombo: 8-Day Private Tour of Sri Lanka with Transport

Water activities

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Galle Fort and Fish Massage from Colombo

Galle Fort and Fish Massage from Colombo

Activity duration is 12 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $90 per adult
Galle Fort and Fish Massage from Colombo

Shopping & fashion

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Colombo Sightseeing & Shopping

Colombo Sightseeing & Shopping

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $107 per traveler*
Colombo Sightseeing & Shopping

Reviews of Pettah Market

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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4 - Good
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" "4 - Good 38.23529411764706%
3 - Okay
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" "3 - Okay 26.470588235294116%
2 - Disappointing
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" "2 - Disappointing 11.764705882352942%
1 - Terrible
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" "1 - Terrible 2.9411764705882355%

2/5 - Disappointing

R
Mar 9, 2019

Very dirty and smelly area.

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Best Lodging Options Near Pettah Market

Shangri-La Colombo
Shangri-La Colombo
5 out of 5
1 Galle Face, Colombo
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Hilton Colombo
Hilton Colombo
5 out of 5
2 Sir Chittampalam A Gardiner, Colombo
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4 out of 5
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3.5 out of 5
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The Kingsbury Colombo
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Grand Oriental Hotel
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3 out of 5
2 York St, Colombo, WP
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C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
C1 Colombo Fort - Hostel
2 out of 5
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