Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya

Botanical gardens near Kandy with orchid houses, giant bamboo and royal palm avenues.

Best time to visit Royal Botanical Gardens, Peradeniya

Jan–Apr, Jul–Aug. Check local conditions and official notices before you go.

Type of place

Nature

Nearby in Kandy

• Gadaladeniya Temple (about 5 km)
• Lankatilaka Vihara (about 5 km)
• Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic (about 6 km)
• Embekka Devalaya (about 7 km)

Festivals in Kandy

• Kandy Esala Perahera, Kandy: Usually Jul–Aug