Negombo City Tour : Fish Market and Dutch Canal Boat Ride
ID: GYG856592-1352640
Category:
Country: Sri Lanka
Duration:
1 days
Description
Discover the fishing culture of Negombo on a guided tour. Visit the Negombo Fish Market, see the Anglican Church of Negombo, and take a boat ride along the Dutch Canal.
Discover the best of Negombo on a guided tour. Visit the Negombo Fish Market, see the Anglican Church of Negombo, and take a boat ride on the Dutch Canal.
Description
⏰ 4hrs – 5hrs (Approximately)
Duration
Start Point - 7am From Your Hotel
Activities
✔ Negombo Central Fish Market
✔ Dry fish Market
✔ Fish Auctions
✔ Anglican Church of Negombo
✔ Roman Catholic St Mary’s Main Street Church(Ceiling frescoes)
✔ Agurukaramulla Bhudist Temple
✔ Dutch Canal Boat Ride (1h 30Min)
Start your tour with a visit to the Negombo Fish Market. See the day’s catch being laid out on enormous mats made of coconut fiber. Watch as the fishermen use the heat of the sun to remove all moisture from the fish and extend their shelf life.
Then, head to the wet market to see fresh seafood being sold. Ranging from tuna, mackerel, squid, sardines, and shark, the market is said to be closed on Sundays when the city’s predominantly Catholic population heads to church.
Next, visit the Anglican Church of Negombo. Consecrated in 1880, the church is built in the Gothic revival architectural style. A stone cross of small size is fixed on each the ridge-tiles at the top.
Continue to the Roman Catholic St Mary’s Main Street Church. The church is a landmark edifice and one of the largest cathedrals in Sri Lanka.
Finally, take a boat ride on the Dutch Canal. Cruise along the waterway and take in the beautiful views of the surrounding area.
Highlights
- Experience the hustle and bustle of the Negombo Fish Market
- Learn about the fishing culture and see the day's catch being laid out to dry
- Visit the Anglican Church of Negombo and the Roman Catholic St Mary’s Main Street Church
- Take a boat ride along the Dutch Canal and admire the lush greenery of the area
- See the Gurukaramulla Bhudist Temple and learn about the history of the area
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The fish market is closed on Sundays, but some activities may still be observed.
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Carry water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Be respectful when visiting religious sites; appropriate attire is required.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
