St Mary’s Cathedral Tours

Say a prayer, bow your head and maybe even light a candle in St Mary’s Cathedral. This splendid religious building may not always be open, so check ahead for times if you'd like to see inside.

This principal church is in Jaffna, a destination that has loads going for it! Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre, Jaffna Clock Tower, and Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil are other popular attractions not far away when you've finished up at St Mary’s Cathedral.

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The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was $487, price is now $303 per person
$303
per person
Jan 5 - Jan 9
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)
7.4/10 Good! (10 reviews)
This property is located a short tuk tuk ride from the airport. It makes sense to locate first or last nights close to airport with early or late flights since Colombo is a long way from its international airport. There is no suitable public transport to or from the airport into Colombo other than Uber. This hotel has a respectable bar and restaurant attached which is handy since not much is in the local area. The rooms are pretty basic and are really only suitable for a one night stop. I would use the hotel again if coming in late or leaving early from Sri Lanka.

Reviewed on Apr 1, 2025

MaRadha Colombo

MaRadha Colombo

4 out of 5
Bambalapitiya
Price was $689, price is now $443 per person
$443
per person
Jan 5 - Jan 9
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)
18.4/10 Exceptional! (87 reviews)
The staff was courteous and friendly. The restaurant manager was very helpful with his recommendations. The reception staff was friendly and professional.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Colombo Villa Collection

Colombo Villa Collection

3 out of 5
Pamankada East
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $807, price is now $555 per person
$555
per person
Jan 5 - Jan 9
found 17 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Chennai (MAA) to Colombo (CMB)
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)

Popular places to visit

St Jame's Church

After visiting St Jame's Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

St Jame's Church

Our Lady of Refuge Church

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Our Lady of Refuge Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Our Lady of Refuge Church

Jaffna Clock Tower

4/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Jaffna when you take a trip to Jaffna Clock Tower. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Jaffna Clock Tower

SJV Chelvanayakam Monument

Learn about the local history of Jaffna when you spend time at SJV Chelvanayakam Monument. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

SJV Chelvanayakam Monument

Jaffna Public Library

4.5/5(3 reviews)

After visiting Jaffna Public Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jaffna. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Jaffna Public Library

Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Jaffna with a stop at Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Sri Nagavihara International Buddhist Centre

Best Lodging Options Near St Mary’s Cathedral

North Gate Jaffna

North Gate Jaffna

3.5 out of 5
Station Road, Jaffna, Jaffna District
North Gate Jaffna
FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts

FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts

4 out of 5
257, K.K.S Road, Kokuvil, Jaffna
FOX JAFFNA by Fox Resorts
Jetwing Jaffna

Jetwing Jaffna

4 out of 5
37, Mahatma Gandhi Road Jaffna
Jetwing Jaffna
Subhas Hotel

Subhas Hotel

3 out of 5
49 Victoria Rd, Jaffna, NP
Subhas Hotel
palmyraResort

palmyraResort

3 out of 5
5th Crosst street poompugar Jaffna nallur
palmyraResort
Valampuri Hotel

Valampuri Hotel

3.5 out of 5
148/10 Railway Station Road, Jaffna
Valampuri Hotel
Perched on the edge of the escarpment, experience Sri Lanka's Northern heritage.

Perched on the edge of the escarpment, experience Sri Lanka's Northern heritage.

Jaffna
Perched on the edge of the escarpment, experience Sri Lanka's Northern heritage.
Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan

4 out of 5
3rd Cross street Jaffna Northern Province
Jetwing Mahesa Bhawan
Sunflowers Canada House, Entire House

Sunflowers Canada House, Entire House

Jaffna
Sunflowers Canada House, Entire House
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