Colombo Cruise Shuttles

Along Sri Lanka’s western banks of the island-nation capital city of Colombo, the Port of Colombo Cruise Terminal works as a relaxing tropical arrival point for cruise ships just stopping by to say hello. Look out at the Laccadive Sea as the day unfolds, soaking in the day from Port of Colombo’s instant downtown vibrance brought on by its central location. Close at hand are a wide variety of nearby bus stations, the closest being the Main Street Stop, as well as boats departing from the port’s adjacent ferry terminal. For something more restricted to land, relax with one of many meet-and-greet services ranging from basic taxis perfect for reaching all-in-one neighborhoods like the bustling business financial district of Fort, to a local personal driver who knows the ins and outs of often overseen attractions along the outskirts of town.

Venture through town at any pace by looking forward to what’s nearest to the port, discovering a myriad of hideaways ranging from the historic neighborhood of Fort and its dramatic structures that include the Lighthouse Clock Tower Museum as well as the open-air lawns paired with cobblestone plazas at Gordon Gardens. Unwind with one of many temples throughout the neighborhood as well, discovering the relaxed ambiance of Sambodhi Chaithya and its modern take on ancient philosophy, afterward going on a stroll through the old nautical artifacts accompanied by local history at Colombo Port Maritime Museum. For something that rests beyond the city’s outskirts, discover something close and simple at hand, whether it be the finely landscaped habitats and diverse butterfly gardens at Dehiwala Zoological Gardens, or an architectural escape into the famously designed space of Geoffrey Bawa’s Home, also known as ‘Number 11’. And don’t forget to enjoy conversation by the cruise port at the end of a long day’s adventures, ideal hangouts for doing so including the lavish seafood from Ministry of Crab as well as casual but flashy Sri Lankan at Curry Leaf.