Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum Tours

Visit Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum and learn about past civilizations. Who knows, you may even discover some unique traditions and beliefs you never knew existed.

This exhibition of human history is located in Anuradhapura. Once you've explored everything you can at Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum, head to nearby Ruwanwelisaya, Thuparamaya, and Sri Maha Bodhi.

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The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

The Empyrean Airport Transit Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Price was $622, price is now $392 per person
$392
per person
Dec 14 - Dec 19
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Delhi (DEL) 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

Spicepeek Boutique Hotel CMB Airport

Spicepeek Boutique Hotel CMB Airport

3 out of 5
Price was $629, price is now $499 per person
$499
per person
Dec 14 - Dec 19
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (29 reviews)
Great for one night but the room was damp, so I wouldn’t have wanted to stay longer. Perfect if you have an early flight.

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Kirindi Paddy Isle

Kirindi Paddy Isle

3 out of 5
Price was $677, price is now $562 per person
$562
per person
Dec 14 - Dec 19
found 14 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Delhi (DEL) to Colombo (CMB)
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)

Popular places to visit

Thousands of people visit Ruwanweli Stupa a day. So, buckets full of lotus and many other flowers are collected in this way. Lotus seeds have become one of the most preferred food for the monkeys who live near the stupa. This monkey also ate lotus seeds for a long period and I took loads of photos.

Ruwanwelisaya

5/5(10 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a trip to Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Ruwanwelisaya
Offerings at the jaya sri maha bodhi or the temple of the sacred bodhi tree in anuradhapura, Sri Lanka #petersoeteweyphotography #wanderlust #srilanka #anuradhapura #jayasrimahabodi #sacredbodhithree

Sri Maha Bodhi

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Sri Maha Bodhi is just one of the places to see in Anuradhapura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Sri Maha Bodhi
Thuparamaya is a dagoba in Anuradhapura. It is a Buddhist sacred place of veneration. Mahinda Thera, an envoy sent by King Ashoka himself introduced Theravada Buddhism and also chetiya worship to Sri Lanka. At his request King Devanampiyatissa built Thuparamaya in which was enshrined the collarbone of the Buddha. It is considered to be the first dagaba built in Sri Lanka following the introduction of Buddhism. This is considered the earliest monument, the construction of which was chronicled Sri Lanka. The name Thuparamaya comes from "stupa" and "aramaya" which is a residential complex for monks.

Thuparama Dagoba

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you spend time at Thuparama Dagoba. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Thuparama Dagoba
Stupa with exposed red bricks. #stupa #dagoba #Abhayagiri #Anuradhapura #SriLanka

Abhayagiri Dagoba

5/5(5 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Abhayagiri Dagoba. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Abhayagiri Dagoba
Ancient palace ruins

Kuttam Pokuna

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you take a trip to Kuttam Pokuna. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Kuttam Pokuna

Anuradhapura Folk Museum

You can study the exhibits at Anuradhapura Folk Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Anuradhapura. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area.

Anuradhapura Folk Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum

The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura, NC
The Lake Forest Hotel
The Ivy Lake

The Ivy Lake

3 out of 5
115 Dharmapala Mawatha, Anuradhapura
The Ivy Lake
Heritage Hotel

Heritage Hotel

3 out of 5
Galwala Road, Pothanegama, Anuradhapura
Heritage Hotel
Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura

3 out of 5
93/D Arippu Rd, Anuradhapura, NC
Monaara Leisure - Anuradhapura
Rajarata Hotel

Rajarata Hotel

3.5 out of 5
77 Rowing Club Road, Anuradhapura
Rajarata Hotel
Hotel Miami

Hotel Miami

3 out of 5
No 9, 60 Housing Scheme, Tissawewa, Anuradhapura, North Central
Hotel Miami
Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel

Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel

3 out of 5
139, Jethawanarama Road, Anuradhapura
Nilketha Villa Eco Hotel
Kutumbaya

Kutumbaya

3 out of 5
803 Freeman Mawatha, Anuradhapura
Kutumbaya
Miridiya Lake Resort

Miridiya Lake Resort

3.5 out of 5
Rowing club road, Stage 1, Anuradhapura, NCP
Miridiya Lake Resort
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