Markets in Sri Lanka

Markets in Sri Lanka

Top 5 Markets in Sri Lanka

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    Highlights & Hidden Gems of Colombo

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    3 hours | city highlight tours | Colombo

    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!

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    The 10 Tastings of Colombo: Street Food

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    3 hours | food tours | Colombo

    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.

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    City Escape: Kandy Classics Day Trip

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    8 hours | day trips | Kandy

    Imagine this: a scenic road trip from Kandy to explore classic highlights with stops along the way to discover viewpoints, villages, incredible nature, and cultural gems. Sounds like a dream? No, it’s possible on a Withlocals day trip with a local host leading the way!

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    The Ultimate Sigiriya Rock Day Trip

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    10 hours | day trips | Kandy

    Embark on a Sigiriya Rock day trip outside of Kandy where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Sigiriya Rock day trip with a local - it’s a must-do!

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    The 10 Tastings of Kandy: Street Food

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    3 hours | food tours | Kandy

    Ready to taste the best food in Kandy? 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 Kandy.

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Best Markets in Sri Lanka

Sri Lankan markets have predominantly been street markets where locals bring out their fresh produce to sell to the public. However, in the recent past, there have been some very interesting flea markets that have been organized. They feature an expanded range of items available for the locals and visitors. Below are some markets, which have caught our attention.

  • Pettah Market, Colombo

    This is one of the busiest and the largest open-air markets in Sri Lanka. Shopping around this market is surely going to satisfy your retail therapy. It covers a wide range of items including clothing, consumer electronics, knick knacks etc. You will also be able to find some amazing deals, which are surely going to get you excited.

    Make sure you learn the art of haggling, which your local guide can teach you! Soak in the sights and sounds of this market as shopping here is truly a memorable experience. It is a memory that you will cherish for quite some time.

  • Main Market, Kandy

    This colorful market in Sri Lanka features a wide variety of local handicrafts produced and designed by local artisans. Not only would you be supporting the local community by shopping here but also, you will definitely find so many items that have very good value for its price.

    This market is also known for featuring some fresh produce, which the locals come to the market for. Your local guide will let you know the best stalls to visit so you will save time and make the most of this wonderful market. Located in the heart of Kandy, getting here is very convenient too!

  • Main Fish Market in Negombo

    Being an island, surely you won’t be surprised to hear that Sri Lanka is home to some amazing fresh seafood. This popular seafood market in Sri Lanka is located in Negombo where several local fishermen auction their day’s catch.

    The best part about this market is that it is located right next to a beach. So, the fish here are as fresh as it can get. Get there at the right time to catch the fishermen sweep their catch to the shores. Learn the different types of fish there is as your local guide takes you around the market. Watch your step as you enter the market, as it could be slippery.

  • Boutique Street Markets, Galle

    If you’re looking for a boutique market in Sri Lanka, Galle is definitely the place to be! Through its narrow alleys and walkways, the streets feature local handicrafts and hand-woven bags that are sure to grab your attention.

    Look out for some unique places to eat –on the balcony of a local’s house facing the ocean for example! Your local host will guide you through it all! Oh, and don’t forget, it’s a great place to grab some souvenirs too! Let your guide know so they can show you around some shops that have a good range of items.

  • Good Market, Colombo

    This is the “go to place” if you’re looking for fresh and organic items. The vendors that are featured here are carefully selected to ensure their items are all organic and are sustainably produced. So, in essence, you will be contributing to its ecological initiatives by shopping here. Won’t that make you feel good about the whole experience of shopping at this market in Sri Lanka?

    It’s a great way to spend the day with your family and friends while also taking the opportunity to interact with the locals! Do note however that these markets are only held on Saturdays, so get your local guide to plan your tour accordingly.

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Klara
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2 March 2025
A fantastic tour

Had an amazing time on this food tour in Kandy! Umair was the best—funny, witty, and super knowledgeable. He spoke perfect English and shared so many interesting insights that made the experience even better. The food stops were all fantastic, and I got to try some incredible local dishes. If you're in Kandy and love good food, definitely don’t miss this tour! Thanks for everything again. Klara 🤩

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Helen
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28 January 2025
Fabulous in depth, more than just a tour!

Fantastic evening with Buddhima, with a wonderful warm welcome to Kandy right from the start. She is so full of knowledge about Kandy and Sri Lanka and we had time for really in depth conversations too, which we loved. And then there was the food! So much and so delicious - the experience at the fruit stall was especially entertaining! We cannot recommend Buddhima highly enough (and this is from 2 off-duty guides on holiday who know what it takes and really respect what a high quality experience we received :) )

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Tim
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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.

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Julian
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Wonderful

Buddimas lovely personality shines through and totally makes this a worthwhile trip. Great insight into the town and country and she is FUN too!

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