Galle · Southern Province
Galle Fort
A walled sea-fort of cobbled lanes and ramparts.
First fortified by the Portuguese and rebuilt by the Dutch in the 17th century, Galle Fort is a living town inside thick sea walls. People still live, pray and work in its old streets.
Wander cobbled lanes of colonial villas, churches, mosques and boutiques, then join locals on the ramparts at sunset as the lighthouse glows over the ocean.
Don't miss in Galle Fort
- Sunset walk on the ramparts
- Galle Lighthouse
- Dutch Reformed Church
- Cafés, galleries and craft shops
Places & Sites to Visit in Galle Fort
Galle Fort
Lose yourself in lanes of colonial villas, mosques and cafés, then watch the sun sink into the ocean from the old ramparts.
Galle Lighthouse
The white lighthouse on the fort's southern rampart.
Dutch Reformed Church
An 18th-century church inside the fort walls.
National Maritime Museum, Galle
A museum in the old Dutch warehouse by the fort's gate.
Japanese Peace Pagoda
Nearby excursion · about 6 km from Galle Fort
A white stupa on Rumassala hill overlooking Galle harbour.
Activities & Experiences in Galle Fort
Home Cooking Class
Scrape fresh coconut, temper spices and cook a full Sri Lankan spread with a local family.
Stilt Fishing
Watch fishermen balance on wooden poles above the surf, a tradition found along this stretch of the south coast.
Galle Fort Rampart Walk
A walk along the fort walls, best at sunset.
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