Want to see the best of Colombo? We got you covered. But as you can expect from a Withlocals experience, the real excitement is its hidden gems. Join your favorite local and get a feeling of the city's real vibe on a tour that has it all, so you can say: I experienced the real Colombo!
Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Colombo have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Galle and be back in Colombo the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.
Ready to taste the best food in Colombo? Satisfy your cravings for local food and culture with highlights along the way, together with a foodie host. Enjoy 10 delicious and typical tastings that range from sweet to savory as well as drinks on a tasty food tour in Colombo.
Make your trip a wholesome experience by seeing what other cities outside of Colombo have to offer. On this private day trip, you don’t need to worry about anything! Follow your local host to Kandy and be back in Colombo the same day but with more unforgettable experiences than before.
Experience Colombo in a day with a local host! From starting with bananas in the Pettah market and finishing with a tuk-tuk ride to a local bar, you’ll be wondering where to start with all the incredible things there are to do in Colombo in 24 hours! Below you can see just what to do in Colombo in a day to find the best-kept secrets. Morning: Breakfast and a bike ride Refresh your day with a strong cup of coffee and breakfast in the park! Then hop on a bike or set off on foot to explore the hidden gems of Colombo. See the Golden Buddha or cycle through the scenic mosques. If you’re a history buff, you may like to explore Independence Square or discover the jail cell of the last King of Sri Lanka. There are plenty of beautiful squares and quiet streets to stop for a snack or explore the local shops. Afternoon: Lunch and a street food tour Do as the locals do! Have lunch on the go from the amazing street food carts found throughout the city. Start with the samosas and go on a quest for the best string hoppers in Colombo. Try the pickled fruits and cassava chips, drink milk tea at a tiny street side café or hang out and relax in a beautiful park. Take a nap beneath a shady tree after a picnic of bananas and winter melon candy. Evening: Dinner and drinks Colombo is beautiful at night! With plenty of themed bars and live music to dance the night away, you’ll have an unforgettable evening! After a delicious dinner of kottu or lamprais in a casual street side restaurant, you may like to have a refreshing beer in a quirky local bar or hit the beachfront clubs.
What other travelers love about our local experts
Jemima
About local
18 May 2025
Amazing tour - must do!
Deegoda gave us the most incredible tour today. We tried loads of different amazing foods, but also Deegoda took us around the food market and showed us all the local fruit and vegetables here.
It was such a great way to see Colombo. Deegoda was so knowledgeable of everything, and really took the time to show us the city. He also helped give us advice for the rest of our travels and was just so nice. I really would recommend doing this to anyone visiting Colombo, especially with Deegoda who was just so fantastic!
The 10 Tastings of Colombo: Street Food
Robin
About local
15 April 2025
We had such a fun, tasty afternoon!
Thank you to Deegoda for sharing his knowledge of Colombo and all it's flavours with us - we had an amazing afternoon seeing the key sights, tasting different things and hearing more about the history of this beautiful city.
The 10 Tastings of Colombo: Street Food
Patricia Erika
About local
Walking Food Tour
I booked a tour just for myself, and I only had a few hours in town. Priyantha got in contact as soon as the tour booking was confirmed, and he was always easy to reach via Withlocals and WhatsApp. The food tour was well-paced and flexible, with a good variety of food. Priyantha was friendly and relaxed. At the end of our walking tour, there was extra time for souvenir shopping and a walk to Galle Face, then he took me back to the cruise ship pier. Overall, this was a good way to experience the city in 3hrs.
The 10 Tastings of Colombo: Street Food
Tim
About local
Great Day with Deegoda
We had a fantastic time with Deegoda in Colombo. He picked us up from our hotel in his tuk-tuk and was super friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Colombo. He tailored the tour to the areas we had asked about. He knew so many people as we went around, so it was great to feel immersed in the hustle and bustle of a big city and see the real side of Colombo. We would 100% recommend booking time with Deegoda.
