Kandy District, Central Province
Things to do in Kandy
44 well-reviewed sights and 20 bookable local experiences - all rated 4.0+ on Google.
- Sights & attractions
- 44
- Bookable experiences
- 20
- Average rating
- 4.6 / 5
What Kandy does best
Every well-reviewed thing to do in Kandy in one place: 44 sights and attractions plus 20 bookable local experiences - temples & sacred sites (28), cooking classes (11) and attractions (11) - each holding a 4.0+ Google rating from real visitors.
Some local experiences are small, family-run outfits: 9 of the 20 shown here have no website at all, so phone numbers and Facebook pages are often the simplest way to check current availability.
The shortlist
Top-rated things to do in Kandy
Ranked by Google rating weighted by review volume across sights and local experiences.
| # | Name | Type | Google rating | Registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sacred City of Kandy | Temple & sacred site | 4.7(13800) | - |
| 2 | Nelligala International Buddhist Centre | Temple & sacred site | 4.7(6333) | - |
| 3 | Sri Maha Bodhi Viharaya | Temple & sacred site | 4.6(3339) | - |
| 4 | Getambe Temple (ගැටඹේ පන්සල) | Temple & sacred site | 4.8(1581) | - |
| 5 | Embekka Dewalaya | Temple & sacred site | 4.6(1823) | - |
| 6 | Kandy Viewpoint | Attraction | 4.6(1656) | - |
| 7 | Sri Maha Kataragama Devalaya - Kandy | Temple & sacred site | 4.4(1813) | - |
| 8 | Hanthana Sandagiri Maha Seya | Temple & sacred site | 4.7(1081) | - |
| 9 | Sri Lankathilake Rajamaha Viharaya | Temple & sacred site | 4.6(832) | - |
| 10 | yummy kandy cooking class | Cooking class | 5.0(377) | - |
Temples & sacred sites in Kandy
Temple & sacred site
Getambe Temple (ගැටඹේ පන්සල)
7J82+X6F, Getambe
Temple & sacred site
Getambe Rajopanaramaya (Buddhist Temple)
1095 Kandy Hwy, Kandy, Getambe, Colombo
Temple & sacred site
Asgiri Maha Vihara Pirivena
Asgiri Mahavihara pirivana, Asgiriya, Kandy
Temple & sacred site
Kandy Siri Vajiraramaya
7JH6+6J4, Vajirarama Mawatha, Primrose Rd, Primrose, Kandy
Temple & sacred site
Buddhagaya Temple Golden temple
Kandy - Colombo Rd, Peradeniya
Temple & sacred site
Pushparamaya Temple
Cooking classes in Kandy
Cooking class
yummy kandy cooking class
No 24/C Ogastawattha, Kandy, 20000
Cooking class
Kandy Cooking Class by AGS
47/148 Ogastawattha, Kandy, 20000
Cooking class
Kandy Village Cooking Class
no.38.pilawala,kandy, Kundasale, Pilawala, 20196
Cooking class
Kandy Cooking Class At Best Kandy Kitchen
42, 11 Sri Pushpadana Mawatha, Kandy, 20000
Cooking class
Traditional cooking classes & restaurant by KandyLiving
51 Maithree Mawatha, Watapuluwa, Kandy, 20000
Cooking class
Cooking Class At Thotupola Residence
162/1 Halloluwa Road, Kandy, 20000
Attractions in Kandy
Attraction
View point
7JXW+PH, Kandy
Attraction
Northern Kandy Lakeside View
7JVQ+9R3, Kandy
Attraction
Kandy Lake West-Side View
Attraction
Kandy Viewpoint
7JQQ+HWM, Rajapihilla Mawatha, Kandy
Attraction
Kandy Lake View Point
Attraction
Ras Ella Waterfall- රාස් ඇල්ල
8MWR+XH6, B462, Pathadumbara, Wattegama
Spas & wellness in Kandy
Spa & wellness
Yasasa Spiritual Ayurvedic Medical Center
115, 20A Hewaheta Rd, Thalwatta, Kandy, 20000
Spa & wellness
Suwaya Treatment Center
68 14/3 Polwaththa Rd, Gohagoda, Katugastota, 20800
Spa & wellness
Nirwaan Ayurveda Kandy
Shrimath Kuda, rathwaththa mawatha, Anniewatta, Kandy, 20000
Spa & wellness
Mango Ayurveda Center
32/1/1 Saranankara Rd, Kandy, 20000
Spa & wellness
Kandy Samadhi Centre
Kukul Oya Rd, Panwila, Narampanawa, 20000
Spa & wellness
Green Chaya Spa Ayurvedic Treatment Center (අයුර්වේද ප්රථිකාර පමණි)
2 / A, 2 Hantana Housing Scheme Road, Kandy, 20000
Museums & galleries in Kandy
Landmarks & heritage in Kandy
Good to know
Kandy planning questions
How many things to do are there in Kandy?
This guide lists 64 well-reviewed things to do in Kandy: 44 attractions and sights, plus 20 bookable local experiences (cooking classes (11) and spas & wellness (9)). Everything shown holds a Google rating of 4.0 or higher.
What are the top attractions in Kandy?
By review volume, the standouts are Sacred City of Kandy (4.7), Nelligala International Buddhist Centre (4.7), Sri Maha Bodhi Viharaya (4.6). Each one links to a detail page with location and visiting information.
Are there free things to do in Kandy?
Yes - 29 of the sights are natural or cultural spots (beaches, waterfalls, viewpoints and temples) that cost nothing or only a small donation to visit. Temples may ask a modest camera fee; dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered.
Should I book Kandy activities in advance?
For safaris, whale watching and popular classes, yes - especially in high season. Smaller local experiences can change schedules quickly, so it is worth checking current availability a day or two ahead.
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