Galle Face Green

A seaside promenade in Colombo, busy with kites and food stalls at sunset.

Best time to visit Galle Face Green

Dec–Apr. Check local conditions and official notices before you go.

Type of place

City

Nearby in Colombo

• Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (about 2 km)
• Lotus Tower (about 2 km)
• Gangaramaya Temple (about 2 km)
• National Museum of Colombo (about 3 km)

Festivals in Colombo

• Navam Perahera, Gangaramaya Temple, Colombo: Navam full moon (usually Feb)
• Sinhala and Tamil New Year, All over Sri Lanka: Usually 13–14 Apr
• Vesak, All over Sri Lanka: Vesak full moon (usually May)
• Vel festival, Colombo: Usually Jul or Aug
• Christmas, Churches all over Sri Lanka: 25 Dec