
Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion
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Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 4 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion worth booking?
Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion is a 2-hour experience in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from $13 per person. It scores 52 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 4 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 52 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (4)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $13 per person
A 2 ½ hour tour showcases Sri Lanka's premier city of 'old and new' - Colombo, to the world with panoramic views on board the open deck double deckers Sightseeing within the city limits.
What you get
About this experience
A 2 ½ hour tour showcases Sri Lanka's premier city of 'old and new' - Colombo, to the world with panoramic views on board the open deck double deckers Sightseeing within the city limits.
What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
1 mentionTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
4 verified traveler reviews for Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A Must Do Tour
What a great way to experience the sights of Colombo. The tour guides were amazing. I would thoroughly recommend this tour.
via Tripadvisor
Great - recommend doing this trip!
This trip was great. A London like double decker bus to drive round highlights of the city. Picked up from the hotel at 4pm. It gave a real sense of Columbo, visiting the different places of interest. We were given a drink and a snack which was nice. The guides were lovely, friendly, helpful and very informative - answered questions about things and shared a lot of information about the sights and cultural of the city. A really nice way to spend a late afternoon and we saw parts of the city at night on the way back to the hotel - beautiful as there are lots of lights. So it was great that we y to do the afternoon trip. Really glad I booked this trip - definitely worth doing.
via Tripadvisor
Hassle free and fantastic trip with double decker bus
Hassle free, with quick response to our inquiries, all booking and payment were done online. Due to safety protocol they have limited slots per trip so better to book in advance. Me and my 2 sons had a Fantastic Colombo city tour at very affordable price and all friendly staff, from the driver to the assistant and tour guide. Prasad was very professional in English he explained all the historical places in the city. They also provide bottled water and snack. Highly recommended for a weekend tour with your family, good value for money. Thank you Ebert Silva Holidays for making our trip memorable.
via Tripadvisor
Exciting CMB Open Deck Tour
I took part in the CMB afternoon bus tour this Jan and that was very exciting experience for me. They took us around the city which covered a lot of highlights ranging from Culture, history, religion to more interesting places. They also give a brief intro about each spot so that we get an idea. As this ride was with locals they conducted the sessions only in Sinhala but i would have preferred having a brief intro in Tamil as well, so that its balanced to all the audience. They also provide water bottles. Its a good CMB ride all in all and can recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 52
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Colombo.
How much does Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion cost?
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Prices start at $13 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Colombo usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Colombo is not rushed.
Is Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 52 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 4 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Colombo, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Colombo can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Colombo and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Colombo City Tours-Afternoon Excursion start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Colombo within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Colombo?
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On Outty we rank every Colombo experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Flexi dates on all 5 to 7 days packages for car and English speaking driver, Sri Lanka Personal Tour Driver in private vehicle, 08 Nights in Magical Sri Lanka. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Colombo?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Colombo?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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