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Galle Face Green

Seafront promenade·Galle Face

Colombo’s front lawn

About Galle Face Green

Galle Face Green stretches along the ocean between the Fort and the Galle Face Hotel. In the late afternoon it fills with families, kite-flyers and food stalls selling isso wade (prawn fritters) and roasted corn. Go at sunset, when the whole city seems to be there.

Why it's on our list

  • Sunset
  • Street food
  • Kites

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Galle Face Green before you go.

Location

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