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Things to Do in Anuradhapura in 2025 - Top Attractions, Local Food, Hotels & Travel Tips (Updated May, 2025) | Trip.com

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What to Do

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Ruwanweli Maha Seya

Ruwanweli Maha Seya

3.8
4.5/521 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi

3.7
4.4/543 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Natural scenery"
Thuparamaya Dagaba

Thuparamaya Dagaba

3.7
4.3/522 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Wilpattu National Park

Wilpattu National Park

3.2
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"Natural scenery"
Samadhi Buddha Statue

Samadhi Buddha Statue

3.1
4.4/515 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
Avukana Buddha Statue

Avukana Buddha Statue

3.0
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Mirisawetiya

Mirisawetiya

3.0
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Aukana Rajamaha Viharaya

Aukana Rajamaha Viharaya

3.0
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Abhayagiriya

Abhayagiriya

2.9
4.5/519 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
කලුදිය පොකුණ | Kaludiya Pokuna | களுடியா குளம்

කලුදිය පොකුණ | Kaludiya Pokuna | களுடியா குளம்

2.8
4.0/53 Reviews
"Historic buildings"
"Natural scenery"

Where to Stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Anuradhapura, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Habarana Village by Cinnamon

Habarana Village by Cinnamon

4.6/562 Reviews
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

4.6/569 Reviews
Taru Villas Maia - Habarana

Taru Villas Maia - Habarana

4.7/565 Reviews
The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

4.3/568 Reviews
Abhaya Mandapa

Abhaya Mandapa

4.8/55 Reviews
Rajarata Hotel Anuradhapura

Rajarata Hotel Anuradhapura

4.0/550 Reviews
Sadula Holiday Resort - Anuradhapura

Sadula Holiday Resort - Anuradhapura

4.2/52 Reviews
Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

4.8/542 Reviews
Candila Hotel & Sports Club

Candila Hotel & Sports Club

5.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Hotel Araliya

Hotel Araliya

3.6/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Hotel Saji-Sami

Hotel Saji-Sami

4.9/51 Reviews
Wenasa Hotel

Wenasa Hotel

5.0/51 Reviews

What to Eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Anuradhapura dishes and foodie spots.
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Milano Tourist Rest Restaurant

Milano Tourist Rest Restaurant

5.0/51 Reviews
Avg. EUR46/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Seedevi Family Restaurant

Seedevi Family Restaurant

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"Asian Cuisine"
"Open Late"
White House Poolside Restaurant

White House Poolside Restaurant

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Avg. EUR12/person
"Southeast Asian"
Windy Corner Seafood Restaurent

Windy Corner Seafood Restaurent

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Avg. EUR5/person
"Southeast Asian"
Hot Dish Restaurant

Hot Dish Restaurant

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Avg. EUR8/person
"Fast Food"
Casserole

Casserole

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"Asian Cuisine"
Curry and Rice Habarana

Curry and Rice Habarana

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Avg. EUR3/person
"Asian Cuisine"
Divulhena Oriental village Restuarant

Divulhena Oriental village Restuarant

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Yaan Oya Restaurant

Yaan Oya Restaurant

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"Asian Cuisine"
Rajarata Lodge - Restaurant

Rajarata Lodge - Restaurant

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Avg. EUR4/person
"Southeast Asian"
Nature club guest house & Restaurant

Nature club guest house & Restaurant

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"Asian Cuisine"
Davids' Restaurant

Davids' Restaurant

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Avg. EUR2/person
"Asian Cuisine"

Anuradhapura Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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Explore Anuradhapura by Bicycle
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Explore Anuradhapura by Bicycle

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🌟 Sri Lanka's Hidden Gem: Taru Villas Maia 🌟

🌟 Sri Lanka's Hidden Gem: Taru Villas Maia 🌟

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Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka.

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Walking around Kaludiya Pokuna 🇱🇰

Walking around Kaludiya Pokuna 🇱🇰

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🌴🏨 Sri Lanka's Scenic Stay: Cinnamon Lodge Habarana 🐒🌄

🌴🏨 Sri Lanka's Scenic Stay: Cinnamon Lodge Habarana 🐒🌄

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Negombo, experience the tranquil life of a seaside town

Negombo, experience the tranquil life of a seaside town

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The white stupas of Mihintale 🇱🇰
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The white stupas of Mihintale 🇱🇰

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The Royal Park Ponds in Anuradhapura 🇱🇰
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The Royal Park Ponds in Anuradhapura 🇱🇰

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Best of Anuradhapura

Top 4 Premium Hotels in Anuradhapura

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Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

Uga Ulagalla - Anuradhapura

9.7/542 Reviews
Taru Villas Maia - Habarana

Taru Villas Maia - Habarana

9.5/565 Reviews
Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

Cinnamon Lodge Habarana

9.3/569 Reviews
Sungreen Resort Habarana

Sungreen Resort Habarana

8.8/545 Reviews

Popular Luxury Hotels Near Anuradhapura

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W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy

W15 Hanthana Estate Kandy

9.6/550 Reviews
Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux

Ceylon Tea Trails - Relais and Chateaux

9.8/551 Reviews
Crystal Sands Hikkaduwa

Crystal Sands Hikkaduwa

9.3/541 Reviews
Amangalla

Amangalla

9.3/559 Reviews
Amanwella

Amanwella

9.4/543 Reviews
Water Garden Sigiriya - 30 Chic Designed Private Villas Overlooking Sigiriya

Water Garden Sigiriya - 30 Chic Designed Private Villas Overlooking Sigiriya

9.7/544 Reviews
Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

Jetwing Vil Uyana, A Luxury Reserve

9.2/550 Reviews
Uga Jungle Beach - Trincomalee

Uga Jungle Beach - Trincomalee

9.1/59 Reviews
Aarunya Nature Resort and Spa

Aarunya Nature Resort and Spa

9.1/544 Reviews
Santani Wellness Kandy

Santani Wellness Kandy

9.3/542 Reviews
Adigars Manor

Adigars Manor

9.4/542 Reviews
Bolagala Agro Floating Resort

Bolagala Agro Floating Resort

8.8/515 Reviews

Popular Scenic Hotels Near Anuradhapura

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Jetwing Lake

Jetwing Lake

9.6/547 Reviews
Heritance Kandalama

Heritance Kandalama

9.2/5167 Reviews
The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

The Flame Tree Estate & Hotel

9.8/531 Reviews
Santani Wellness Kandy

Santani Wellness Kandy

9.3/542 Reviews
Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

Cinnamon Citadel Kandy

8.7/541 Reviews
The Grand Kandyan

The Grand Kandyan

8.6/564 Reviews
Mount Blue Kandy

Mount Blue Kandy

8.0/553 Reviews
Fox Kandy

Fox Kandy

8.8/569 Reviews
Earl's Regency Hotel

Earl's Regency Hotel

8.5/549 Reviews
Amaya Hills Kandy

Amaya Hills Kandy

8.8/543 Reviews
Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa

Regal Réseau Hotel & Spa

8.0/565 Reviews
CheRiz Boutique Villa Hotel

CheRiz Boutique Villa Hotel

9.0/543 Reviews

Popular Cultural Hotels Near Anuradhapura

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Heritance Tea Factory

Heritance Tea Factory

9.2/593 Reviews
The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand

The Grand Hotel - Heritage Grand

8.9/540 Reviews
Mirage Kings Cottage

Mirage Kings Cottage

8.0/545 Reviews
Galle Face Hotel

Galle Face Hotel

9.1/567 Reviews
Tamarind Hill

Tamarind Hill

9.6/541 Reviews
Cinnamon Wild Yala

Cinnamon Wild Yala

9.2/544 Reviews
Amangalla

Amangalla

9.3/559 Reviews
Galle Fort Hotel

Galle Fort Hotel

9.2/554 Reviews
The Fort Printers

The Fort Printers

9.2/560 Reviews
Why House

Why House

10.0/543 Reviews
Amanwella

Amanwella

9.4/543 Reviews

Popular Vacation Homes Near Anuradhapura

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Leopard Trails Yala

Leopard Trails Yala

8.1/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

Uga Chena Huts - Yala - All Inclusive

9.6/553 Reviews
Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

Wild Coast Tented Lodge - Relais and Chateaux - All Inclusive

9.8/562 Reviews
Tea Plant Nuwara Eliya

Tea Plant Nuwara Eliya

9.1/515 Reviews

Popular Hotels with Villas Near Anuradhapura

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Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions

Jetwing Ayurveda Pavilions

8.7/548 Reviews
Anantara Kalutara Resort

Anantara Kalutara Resort

9.4/560 Reviews
Aditya Resort

Aditya Resort

9.7/544 Reviews
Good Karma

Good Karma

8.0/540 Reviews
Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux

Cape Weligama - Relais and Chateaux

9.5/543 Reviews

Popular Premium Hotels Near Anuradhapura

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Covanro Sigiriya - Brand New Luxury Hotel

Covanro Sigiriya - Brand New Luxury Hotel

8.0/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection

Aliya Resort and Spa - Thema Collection

9.0/575 Reviews
SigiriyaJungles Resort & Spa

SigiriyaJungles Resort & Spa

8.5/561 Reviews
Seerock the King's Domain

Seerock the King's Domain

8.9/570 Reviews
Amaara Forest Hotel Sigiriya

Amaara Forest Hotel Sigiriya

8.6/552 Reviews
Sigiriya Forest Edge by Marino Leisure

Sigiriya Forest Edge by Marino Leisure

9.6/552 Reviews
Atha Resort

Atha Resort

9.7/537 Reviews
Sigiriya King's Resort

Sigiriya King's Resort

9.6/546 Reviews
Nivadoo Resort Sigiriya

Nivadoo Resort Sigiriya

8.2/565 Reviews
Tropical Life Resort and Spa

Tropical Life Resort and Spa

8.8/5This user hasn't left any comments yet
Sigiriya Village

Sigiriya Village

8.1/558 Reviews
Hotel Sigiriya

Hotel Sigiriya

8.9/581 Reviews

Popular 4-star Select Hotels Near Anuradhapura

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Oak Ray Elephant Lake

Oak Ray Elephant Lake

8.6/542 Reviews
Cassandra Culture Resort

Cassandra Culture Resort

9.4/540 Reviews
Camellia Resort and Spa

Camellia Resort and Spa

8.9/541 Reviews
Kumbukgaha Villa

Kumbukgaha Villa

9.4/540 Reviews
Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya

Ayugiri Ayurveda Wellness Resort Sigiriya

8.4/519 Reviews
Jungle Hut Resort Sigiriya

Jungle Hut Resort Sigiriya

8.2/59 Reviews
Ekho Sigiriya

Ekho Sigiriya

8.2/567 Reviews
Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama

Lake Lodge Boutique Hotel Kandalama

9.8/540 Reviews
Agbo Hotel

Agbo Hotel

8.8/58 Reviews
Elements Beach & Nature Resort

Elements Beach & Nature Resort

9.6/540 Reviews
Mrd Beach Hotel

Mrd Beach Hotel

8.4/519 Reviews
The Riverston Grand

The Riverston Grand

9.8/529 Reviews

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Popular Types of Attractions in Anuradhapura
Popular Attractions in Anuradhapura
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Popular Restaurants in Anuradhapura
Seedevi Family Restaurant  |  Hot Dish Restaurant  |  White House Poolside Restaurant  |  Windy Corner Seafood Restaurent  |  Casserole  |  Curry and Rice Habarana  |  Divulhena Oriental village Restuarant  |  Yaan Oya Restaurant  |  Rajarata Lodge - Restaurant  |  Davids' Restaurant  |  Nature club guest house & Restaurant  |  ACME Seafood Restaurant  |  Cinnamon Lodge Restauant  |  Scoops Ice Cream Shop  |  Ambula Anuradhapura  |  The Lakeside  |  Chaaya Village Habarana  |  Tuskers Restaurant & Bar  |  J & SU Restaurant  |  Cadjan Restaurant  |  Alankulama  |  Walkers  |  Game Pela Restaurant  |  Burger Raja  |  Kelaya Restaurant  |  Little Paradise Restaurant Anuradhapura  |  Mango Mango  |  The Gift of Nature  |  Lucky restaurant  |  Reception Hall - Poonewa
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