Hikkaduwa , Galle
About Hikkaduwa
Be it a morning jog, afternoon nap or nighttime partying, Hikkaduwa is an all-round beach where can indulge in almost any sort of activities. The beach is long, decorated with towering palm trees, clear blue water and considerably clean sand. A number of resorts, cheap motels and nightclubs line the coast, hampering the cleanliness of the beach, but yet providing dozens of amenities. One can join surf lessons through one of the many well established surfing companies, or rent snorkeling gear and wade through the coral reefs.
The Hikkaduwa beach is famed for the visiting sea turtles, who crawl around the shore and interact with the tourists; the turtles can be fed, touched and observed. Even though the beach may be crowded at times, it is nevertheless a wonderful place to relax and chill. Visitors can spend days at the beach, eating from local stalls, taking surf lessons, playing in the sand or waves and making the most of the perky nightlife. Plenty of bars and pubs offer alcohol and latest music till late hours, keeping the parties lively throughout the night. Hence, Hikkaduwa beach is an ideal beach for all kinds of tourists, and will ensure that everyone leaves the place smiling and sun-kissed.
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Places to Visit near Hikkaduwa
Dutch Reformed Church, Galle, Southern Province
21.2 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
The Dutch Reformed Church completed in 1755, with some resemblance to the ones in Negapatnam and Cochin in India. Built on a site of earlier...
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National Maritime Museum, Galle, Southern Province
21.4 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
The Maritime Museum in Galle is located on the Old Dutch warehouse of the fort of Galle. This is the only museum which showcases the marine...
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Galle Fort, Southern Province
21.4 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
Located on the Southern Coast of Sri Lanka in the bay of Galle, the Galle Fort has been declared as the World Heritage Site. Built by the...
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Black Fort, Galle, Southern Province
21.5 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
Black Fort, also called Zwart Fort, which can be reached after walking along the Galle fort wall is the oldest built bastion by the Portuguese....
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Flag Rock, Galle, Southern Province
21.8 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
To the extreme south of the Fort lies the naturally occurring giant rock that was once used by the Portuguese as the defence wall. The sea, at...
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Lighthouse Beach, Galle, Southern Province
21.9 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
The lighthouse, 18 meters tall, is located at the eastern end of the Galle Fort. It towers on the Point Utrecht Bastion. From here can be viewed...
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Galle Lighthouse, Point Utrecht Bastion, Southern Province
21.9 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
Point Utrecht Bastion is one of the 14 bastions of this fortified city. It is located at the farthest end of the East of the Galle Fort and its...
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Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya, Galle, Southern Province
36.1 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
A fine place for temple lovers, the Yatagala Raja Maha Viharaya is located just inland from Galle. This is a quiet, rock temple with a 9m...
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Rumassala Mountain, Southern Province
36.1 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
The beautiful and historical Rumassala Mountain is also called the “Mythical Mountain of Sri Lanka”. Staying true to its acronym, this place...
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Jungle Beach, Unawatuna, Sabaragamuwa Province
36.2 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
The Jungle beach is located between Galle and Unawatuna. This place is less known to tourists and is thus less crowded which makes it appealing...
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Japanese Peace Pagoda (Unawatuna), Southern Province
36.5 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
The Japanese Peace Pagoda is located in the majestic city of Galle, Sri Lanka and is the most peaceful attractions of the city. This place is a...
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Unawatuna Beach, Southern Province
37 km from Hikkaduwa - See map
Located about 5kms east of Galle, the Unawatuna Beach is the most popular beach for independent travellers and is the perfect place to spend a few...
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