Title: Things to Do in Nissankamallapura in 2026 | Expedia.com [Hotels in Nissankamallapura](https://expedia.com/Nissankamallapura-Hotels.d553248635975864635.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Car Rentals in Nissankamallapura](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Nissankamallapura.d553248635975864635.Car-Rental-Guide)[Nissankamallapura Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Nissankamallapura.d553248635975864635.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Nissankamallapura ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Nissankamallapura Types of activities [Nissankamallapura Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Nissankamallapura.dx553248635975864635) --- --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975864635) ## Recommended things to do in Nissankamallapura | Number of things to do | 40 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Polonnaruwa Ancient City Bike Tour Backpackers Solo Travellers](/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-ancient-city-bike-tour-backpackers-solo-travellers.a51565169.activity-details): $25 | | Top 5 things to do | [Minneriya National Park halfday Safari](/things-to-do/minneriya-national-park-halfday-safari.a2549695.activity-details)[Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka](/things-to-do/safari-adventure-in-minneriya-national-park-sri-lanka.a50020905.activity-details)[Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants](/things-to-do/private-jeep-safari-at-minneriya-national-park-to-visit-elephants.a5039291.activity-details)[Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch](/things-to-do/sigiriya-dambulla-private-day-trip-with-entry-fees-lunch.a1155406.activity-details)[Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli](/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-day-tour-with-lunch-by-mahaweli.a2403176.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka](/things-to-do/safari-adventure-in-minneriya-national-park-sri-lanka.a50020905.activity-details)[Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants](/things-to-do/private-jeep-safari-at-minneriya-national-park-to-visit-elephants.a5039291.activity-details)[Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch](/things-to-do/sigiriya-dambulla-private-day-trip-with-entry-fees-lunch.a1155406.activity-details)[Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli](/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-day-tour-with-lunch-by-mahaweli.a2403176.activity-details)[Minneriya National Park Half Day Jeep Safari](/things-to-do/minneriya-national-park-half-day-jeep-safari.a2536179.activity-details) | ## What to do in Nissankamallapura --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Nissankamallapura? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Nissankamallapura ![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polonnaruwa Vatadage 4.5/5(4 reviews) After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Vacation-Attraction) ![You can hire a bike and spend a day exploring the ancient sites of Polonnaruwa. This was one of the most impressive temples for us. Visit in the afternoon for the best light. #ontheroad #temples #Sri Lanka #ruins #polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/1b657956-5832-4167-a0b6-ac0a6f9ba027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Lankatilaka-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914976.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kiri Vihara - ancient dagoba. Pollonaruwa, Sri Lanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526914977/bccfd03d-4812-4d31-b836-71b365d5f6f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Kiri-Vihara-Temple-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914977.Vacation-Attraction) #### Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum 4.5/5(4 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum during your trip to Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gal Viharaya 4/5(6 reviews) You can find out about the history of Nissankamallapura when you stop by Gal Viharaya. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Gal-Viharaya-Polonnaruwa.d6284404.Vacation-Attraction) #### Gal Pota Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you take a trip to Gal Pota. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Gal-Pota-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914688.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rankot Vihara Find out about the history of Polonnaruwa when you spend time at Rankot Vihara. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Rankot-Vihara-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914695.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nissanka Latha Mandapaya You can find out about the history of Polonnaruwa with a stop at Nissanka Latha Mandapaya. Amble around the area's lakeside, or seek out its biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Nissanka-Latha-Mandapaya-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914686.Vacation-Attraction) #### Pabula Vihara 5/5(2 reviews) After visiting Pabula Vihara, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.com/Pabula-Vihara-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914693.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Nissankamallapura ![Polonnaruwa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/40717fc9-7bde-4491-95d8-5060e69719c8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Polonnaruwa ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Nissankamallapura worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Nissankamallapura? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Nissankamallapura? ### Is three days enough to stay in Nissankamallapura? ### What are some activities to do in Nissankamallapura with kids? > - [Safari Adventure in Minneriya national Park Sri Lanka](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/safari-adventure-in-minneriya-national-park-sri-lanka.a50020905.activity-details) > - [Private Jeep Safari at Minneriya National Park to Visit Elephants](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-jeep-safari-at-minneriya-national-park-to-visit-elephants.a5039291.activity-details) > - [Sigiriya & Dambulla Private Day Trip with Entry Fees & Lunch](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sigiriya-dambulla-private-day-trip-with-entry-fees-lunch.a1155406.activity-details) > - [Polonnaruwa Day Tour with Lunch by Mahaweli](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/polonnaruwa-day-tour-with-lunch-by-mahaweli.a2403176.activity-details) > - [Minneriya National Park Half Day Jeep Safari](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/minneriya-national-park-half-day-jeep-safari.a2536179.activity-details) ### What to do in Nissankamallapura for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Nissankamallapura?