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Things to Do in Polonnaruwa in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated July 2025) | Trip.com
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Looking for things to do in Polonnaruwa? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Minneriya National Park
5.4
4.6
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32 Review
"Natural scenery"
Sigiriya Lion Rock
6.9
4.7
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547 Review
"Historic buildings"
Polonnaruwa Ancient City
3.8
4.6
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52 Review
"Historic buildings"
Somawathiya Chaitya
3.2
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"Historic buildings"
Uththararamaya (Gal Vihara)
3.2
4.3
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17 Review
"Historic buildings"
Dalada Maluva - ( Polonnaruwa)
3.1
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Royal Palace of King Maha Parakramabahu
2.9
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"Historic buildings"
Ponte Principe Amedeo Savoia Aosta
2.9
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Wasgamuwa National Park
2.9
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Vatadage
2.8
4.8
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19 Review
"Historic buildings"
Where to Stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Polonnaruwa, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Hotel Sudu Araliya
3.7
/5
55 Review
The Deer Park Hotel
4.2
/5
52 Review
Risenlak Holiday Resort
4.5
/5
12 Review
Giritale Hotel
3.8
/5
42 Review
Senuri Homestay
2.5
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Ekho Lake House
4.6
/5
50 Review
Rivonway Hotel Polonnaruwa
4.0
/5
2 Review
Wildescape Polonnaruwa
4.8
/5
9 Review
Haritha Holidays
2.5
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Seyara Holiday Resort
4.3
/5
19 Review
Radha Tourist Home
4.3
/5
2 Review
Man Guest Polonnaruwa
4.6
/5
4 Review
What to Eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Polonnaruwa dishes and foodie spots.
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Priyamali Gedara
3.0
/5
2 Review
Avg. SAR11/person
"Asian Cuisine"
"Open Late"
Ariya Rest House
3.0
/5
7 Review
Avg. SAR11/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Dinetime Family Restaurant
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Avg. SAR26/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Hotel Mahanuge
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Ruins Chaaya
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Avg. SAR27/person
"Southeast Asian"
Rasa Bojun Gedara
5.0
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Avg. SAR21/person
"Southeast Asian"
seylanta tea & coffee Arcade
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Avg. SAR106/person
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Gajaba Hotel Dining Room
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Lake Front Hotel And Restaurant
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The Lake Restaurant
3.0
/5
2 Review
"Asian Cuisine"
Sudu Araliya Restaurant
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"Asian Cuisine"
Devi Tourist Home Dining Room
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Polonnaruwa Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes
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Top 50 Luxury Hotels near Polonnaruwa
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W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy
9.6
/5
49 Review
Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux
9.8
/5
51 Review
Amanwella
9.4
/5
43 Review
Crystal Sands Hikkaduwa
9.3
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41 Review
Amangalla
9.3
/5
59 Review
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9.7
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45 Review
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9.5
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52 Review
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9.6
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47 Review
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9.3
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42 Review
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9.1
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45 Review
Adigars Manor
9.4
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42 Review
Uga Jungle Beach - Trincomalee
9.6
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48 Review
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Heritance Kandalama
9.1
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175 Review
Jetwing Lake
9.6
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47 Review
Santani Wellness Kandy
9.3
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42 Review
The Grand Kandyan
8.6
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64 Review
Earl's Regency Hotel
8.7
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54 Review
Cinnamon Citadel Kandy
8.8
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43 Review
Mount Blue Kandy
8.0
/5
54 Review
Radisson Hotel Kandy
8.0
/5
46 Review
The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel
9.8
/5
33 Review
Fox Kandy
8.9
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69 Review
Amaya Hills Kandy
9.3
/5
40 Review
CheRiz Boutique Villa Hotel
9.1
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43 Review
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Heritance Tea Factory
9.3
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95 Review
The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand
8.9
/5
41 Review
Mirage Kings Cottage
8.0
/5
45 Review
Galle Face Hotel
9.0
/5
71 Review
Cinnamon Wild Yala
9.3
/5
48 Review
Amanwella
9.4
/5
43 Review
Tamarind Hill
9.0
/5
42 Review
Amangalla
9.3
/5
59 Review
Why House
10.0
/5
43 Review
Galle Fort Hotel
9.2
/5
53 Review
The Fort Printers
9.2
/5
60 Review
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Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions
8.8
/5
51 Review
Anantara Kalutara Resort
9.1
/5
61 Review
Good Karma
8.1
/5
14 Review
Aditya Resort
9.6
/5
44 Review
Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux
9.5
/5
50 Review
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Hotel Sigiriya
8.8
/5
85 Review
Sigiriya Village
8.2
/5
60 Review
Sigiriya King's Resort
9.4
/5
46 Review
Sigiriya Forest Edge by Marino Leisure
9.6
/5
55 Review
Amaara Forest Hotel Sigiriya
8.6
/5
52 Review
Seerock the King's Domain
9.0
/5
71 Review
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana
9.4
/5
73 Review
SigiriyaJungles Resort & Spa
8.6
/5
61 Review
Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection
9.0
/5
75 Review
Covanro Sigiriya - Where Heritage Meets Luxury
8.0
/5
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Atha Resort
9.8
/5
40 Review
Occidental Paradise Dambulla
8.8
/5
45 Review
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Ekho Sigiriya
8.3
/5
69 Review
Kumbukgaha Villa
9.4
/5
40 Review
Habarana Village by Cinnamon
9.4
/5
65 Review
Camellia Resort and Spa
8.9
/5
41 Review
Cassandra Culture Resort
9.4
/5
40 Review
Kaveri Ayurveda Resort
8.8
/5
40 Review
Jungle Hut Resort Sigiriya
8.1
/5
10 Review
Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya
8.4
/5
19 Review
Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama
9.8
/5
40 Review
Amethyst Resort Passikudah
8.4
/5
53 Review
The Grand Mountain Hotel
8.4
/5
29 Review
Mapakada Village - Mahiyanganaya
8.8
/5
40 Review
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Natural scenery
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Beaches and shores
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Mountain climbing
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Cultural institutions
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Museums
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Themed exhibition halls
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Sightseeing tours
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Boat tour
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Night view
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Outdoor activities
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Cycling
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Mountain climbing
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Exhibitions & events
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Skybound experiences
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Water sports
Popular Attractions in Polonnaruwa
Ancient Stupa
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Minneriya Wewa - Bathing Place (නාන තොටුපල)
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Ancient Places Ihakuluwewa
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Manikkampitti Jumma mosque
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Northern Gate and the Main Street - 55
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King Mahasen Statue
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Ponte Principe Amedeo Savoia Aosta
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Batticaloa Junction
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archaeology temple
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Habarana Forest Observation Deck
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Sri Raja Rajeshwari Amman Kovil. Minneriya
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Kottapitiya Ancient Bo tree
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National Cricket Stadium, Hingurakgoda
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Pimburaththawa Tank Spillway jalashaya
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Mahindaramaya Temple
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Potgul Temple
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Tharu jeep safari kaudulla & Minneriya park
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Wild Animal Jeep Safari
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Dimbulagala Aranya Senasanaya
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Pabalu Vehera (Temple of Marbles) - 52
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Girithale Wewalaarachchi view point
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Flood Plains National Park
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Minneriya Park Animal Watch Hut
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Moragahakanda Dam Viewing Point
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Gal Amuna Samadhi Statue
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Moragahakanda Reservoir
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Burial Stupa
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Ticket Office
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Wild animals Safari Kaudlla
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Square Courtyard
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