Galle

Everything you Need to Know about Galle - Sri Lanka

Galle is the capital city of the Southern Province of Sri Lanka. The town has a World Heritage Site to its name and that is predominantly responsible for its popularity with tourists. This is the 300-year-old Dutch Fort, but there are other historical buildings to view as well. If you are visiting from Colombo you can take the train or the bus to get to Galle.

The route is a coastal one and offers spectacular views along the way. The journey will not take more than three to four hours. Once in Galle Town your best bet to travel around is the tuk tuk. Or if you prefer you can walk around the town as well, it gives a better feel of the place.

Galle Hotels

Galle hotels and resorts at the best rates, from Five Stars resorts such as Lighthouse Hotel, to budget accommodation like Amangalla, you are sure to find the accommodation you are looking for. Read More...

Galle Attractions

Founded in the 16th century, this town was overtaken by Portuguese seamen washed ashore by a storm. It was called Point de Galle, when the Dutch took over in 1640 with the Dutch East India Company. The British arrived in the 18th century and took over the fortified city that the Dutch had built. Read More...

Galle Restaurants & Dining

While a majority of the local population is Sinhalese, there is an interesting minority living in the fort areas. They are known as the Sri Lankan Moors and are descendants of the Arab seafarers who traded at the port of Galle and eventually settled down there. This is reflected in their food. Read More...

Galle Nightlife

In the city of Galle the closest thing to nightlife can be found 10 km east of town at the Unawatuna Beach Resort. You can find a semblance of nightlife here, otherwise in Galle after the sun goes down, there is precious little to do.

Galle Shopping

Antiques, art and lace are the primary souvenirs that you can pick up at little shops and stalls at Galle. At the Galle Fort you can pick up semiprecious stone jewelry set in silver at a number of Gem Shops in Church Street. Read More...

Galle Activities

There is the beach on which you can lounge around. Also some organized surfing happens at Ahangama. This spot is less crowded than the one further north. It is also home to stilt fishing, a technique where the fisherman literally sits on stilts in the middle of the ocean to catch fish. It makes quite a sight when you see it for the first time. Read More...

Galle Map

Our interactive map (and satellite views) displays all available hotels with photos, facilities and guest comments as well as attractions, landmarks and other items of interest with links to relevant information pages. The perfect way to find your way around and see where everything actually is. Read More...

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