Museums 

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: LKR 1,500 

• Foreign Children: LKR 750

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Cash and Credit/Debit card payments are accepted.

• US dollars (USD) and Sri Lankan rupees (LKR) are accepted for on-site payments.

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Access to Sri Lanka's largest museum with extensive historical collections.

• Combined Ticket Option: Access to both the National Museum and the Natural History Museum.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and on public holidays). 

• Duration: 2–3 hours recommended for a full visit. 

Things to Do

• Explore extensive historical artefact collections spanning Sri Lankan civilisation.

• View royal regalia and ceremonial objects from different periods.

• Study prehistoric and ancient Sri Lankan archaeological discoveries.

• Observe traditional masks, sculptures, and cultural artefacts.

• Learn about Sri Lankan history from prehistoric times to independence.

Washrooms

• Washrooms are available within the museum premises.

Parking

• Parking is available near the entrance.

Important Notes

• Large bags must be left at the security counter.

• Photography restrictions apply in some galleries.

• The museum is spread across two floors with stair access (limited facilities for wheelchairs).

• Food and drinks are not allowed inside.

• Consider purchasing a combined ticket for both the National Museum and the Natural History Museum.

• Indoor photography requires an additional fee. Check current rates at the entrance. 

• Highly recommended for understanding Sri Lankan civilisation and heritage.

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: LKR 1,000 

• Foreign Children 15 years: LKR 500

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Cash and Credit/Debit card payments are accepted.

• Cash payments are accepted only in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR).

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Access to the four-floor museum housed in the historic 1925 Hantana Tea Factory.

• Access to the tea library and auditorium with audio-visual presentations.

• Complimentary cup of Ceylon tea at the top-floor tea café.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: 

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM (Tuesday to Friday) 

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday)

Closed on Mondays. 

Remains open on public holidays and Poya days. 

• Duration: 1-2 hours for a comprehensive museum visit, including tea tasting. 

Things to Do

• Explore four floors of tea industry history and heritage displays.

• View antique tea machinery and equipment from the colonial era.

• Learn about the evolution of the Sri Lankan tea industry since British times.

• Experience traditional tea-making processes through exhibits.

• Enjoy complimentary freshly brewed Ceylon tea.

• Visit the tea sales outlet and purchase premium Ceylon tea. 

Washrooms

• Washrooms are available within the museum premises.

Parking

• Parking is available near the entrance.

Important Notes

• The museum is housed in the restored 1925 Hantane Tea Factory. 

• The tea factory was converted to a museum in 1998.

• Plan a visit Tuesday through Sunday, as the museum is closed on Mondays.

• Elevator facilities are available for easy access to all floors.

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: LKR 500 

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Only cash payments are accepted.

• Cash payments are accepted only in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR).

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Access to Sri Lanka's National Railway Museum showcasing 150+ years of railway history.

• Access to outdoor displays of vintage trains and rail cars.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Closed on Poya days). 

• Suggested duration: About 1 hour recommended.

Things to Do

• Explore historic locomotives and vintage train carriages.

• Learn about 150+ years of Sri Lankan railway development since 1864.

• View the Tyer's tablet communication system, still used in upcountry trains.

• Examine railway signals, equipment, and historic artefacts.

• Photography of vintage trains and railway memorabilia.

Washrooms

•  Basic washroom facilities are available at the museum.

Parking

• Limited parking is available near the Kadugannawa railway station.

Important Notes

• The museum is educational and family-friendly, especially for children interested in trains.

• The museum is located behind the functioning Kadugannawa railway station.

• Some locomotives and carriages are visible from the roadside even when the museum is closed.

• The museum opened in December 2014 to commemorate the 150th anniversary of railways in Sri Lanka.

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: USD 6 

• Foreign Children (6–12 years): USD 3

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Cash and Credit/Debit card payments are accepted.

• US dollars (USD) and Sri Lankan rupees (LKR) are accepted for on-site payments.

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Access to the National Maritime Archaeology Museum.

• Access to specimens of corals, marine shells, and invertebrates.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: Daily 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Closed on Mondays and on public holidays). 

• Duration: 1-2 hours for comprehensive museum exploration. 

Things to Do

• Explore maritime archaeological artefacts and historical exhibits.

• View the impressive whale skeleton mounted on the roof.

• Study specimens of corals, marine shells, and invertebrates.

• Learn about Sri Lanka's maritime history and seafaring heritage.

• Examine nautical artefacts recovered from shipwrecks and underwater excavations.

• Photography of museum exhibits and historic Dutch architecture.

• Discover the impact of the 2004 tsunami on maritime archaeology.

Washrooms

• Washroom facilities are available throughout the Galle Fort area.

Parking

• Parking is available within the Galle Fort.

Important Notes

• The museum is housed in a 1671 Dutch warehouse above the Old Gate of Galle Fort.

• The museum survived the 2004 tsunami, but many exhibitions were flood-damaged and artefacts were lost.

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: LKR 1,000 

• Foreign Children under 12 years: LKR 400

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Only cash payments are accepted.

• Cash payments are accepted only in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR).

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Entry to the Martin Wickramasinghe Museum of Folk Culture.

• Access to the restored ancestral home of renowned writer Martin Wickramasinghe.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

• Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours for a full tour. 

Things to Do

• Explore the traditional exhibits showcasing the Sri Lankan rural lifestyle, tools, and folk art.

• Visit the literary section dedicated to Martin Wickramasinghe’s writings and personal memorabilia.

Washrooms

• Washrooms are available within the museum premises.

Parking

• Parking is available near the entrance gate.

Important Notes

• The museum is managed by the Martin Wickramasinghe Trust, dedicated to preserving Sri Lanka’s folk heritage.

• Visitors are requested to respect the heritage structures and displays by not touching artefacts.

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: LKR 1,200 

• Foreign Children under 12 years: LKR 600

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Only cash payments are accepted.

• Cash payments are accepted only in Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR).

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Admission to the main museum building.

• Access to over 5,000 historical artefacts, including royal costumes, weapons, jewellery, manuscripts, and tools from the Kandyan Kingdom era.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on Mondays and on public holidays). 

• Duration: 1 to 1.5 hours for a full visit. 

Things to Do

• Explore the royal Kandyan artefacts and learn about Sri Lanka’s last kingdom.

• View traditional crafts, household items, and artworks used by nobility during the 17th–19th centuries.

Washrooms

• Washrooms are available near the museum entrance.

Parking

• Parking can be found near the Kandy Lake area within walking distance.

Important Notes

• The Kandy National Museum is managed by the Department of National Museums of Sri Lanka.

• Photography inside certain galleries may be restricted. Please check the signage.

• Visitors are requested not to touch artefacts or lean on display cases.

Entrance Fees

• Foreign Adults: USD 10 

• Foreign Children under 15 years: USD 5

• In-Person: Tickets can be purchased at the ticket counter.

Payment Methods 

• Cash and Credit/Debit card payments are accepted.

• Sri Lankan rupees (LKR) are accepted for on-site payments.

What Does the Ticket Include?

• Entry to the Wax Museum, housed in the historic Ehelepola Walawwa, a 19th-century aristocratic mansion.

Opening Hours

• Opening hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.

• Duration: 45 minutes to 1 hour. 

Things to Do

• Explore the wax exhibits depicting ancient kings, monks, and key figures in Sri Lankan history.

• Learn about Kandy’s royal heritage and the story of Ehelepola Nilame, an important historical figure.

• Observe the architecture and design of the Ehelepola Walawwa, a fine example of Kandyan-era craftsmanship.

Washrooms

• Washrooms are available within the museum premises.

Parking

• Parking is available near the entrance to the museum.

Important Notes

• The Kandy Wax Museum is a privately managed heritage attraction preserving Sri Lanka’s cultural and historical legacy.

• Touching the wax figures is strictly prohibited to preserve their condition.

• Photography restrictions may apply in certain sections; always check with staff.