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Kandy Travel Guide 2026: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | August 2026
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What to do
Looking for things to do in Kandy? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya
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Nelligala International Buddhist Centre
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Susantha Spice & Herbal Garden
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Ambuluwawa Tower
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Ceylon Tea Museum
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Blue field tea garden
3.3
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Kandy, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Kandy dishes and foodie spots.
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The Last Drop Restaurant
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Western cuisine
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Nagalingam's Bhavan - Pure Vegetarian Indian Restaurant (No onion, garlic and leeks)
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Asian cuisine
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Cooking Class At Thotupola Residence
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Asian cuisine
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Popular Types of Attractions in Kandy
Historical attractions | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Beaches and shores | Mountain climbing | Sightseeing tours | Boat tour | Night view | Leisure activities | Farms and pastures | Camping and campsites | Spa/massage | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Exhibitions & events | Outdoor activities | Skybound experiences | Water sports
Popular Attractions in Kandy
Madulkele Junction | Kadiyanlena waterfall | Wendaruwa Waterfall and natural pool | Weheragala Temple (Thalaguna Sthupa) | Bambaraganoya Waterfall view point | Ambalammana pathana අම්බලම්මාන පතන | Al-haj Haniffa Stadium - Dellange | Kete කැටේ | Corbett's Gap අට්ටලමෙට්ටුව | Selam Bridge | E.W. Balasuriya & Co. (Pvt) Ltd | Kandy Indoor Sports Center(KISC) | වරිග සභාව - Variga Sabhawa | RETTE PALAMA LEVALON | Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya | Bogoda Waththa Mosque | Madasamy Temple | Doluwa Public Library | University Temple විශ්ව විද්යාල පන්සල | Wawegama Lake | Yahangala Ella Waterfall | Dan's peak | Mahavali river junction | Hanthana International Bird Park & Recreation Center | Sisil Arana [රන්තැන්න] | Sancta Maria Shrine, Kandy | SS indoor sports | Anatomy Museum | Prof.D.E. Hettiarchchi Memorial Art Theater (AT) | Theppukommba Wewa
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