Anuradhapura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stupa with exposed red bricks. #stupa #dagoba #Abhayagiri #Anuradhapura #SriLanka
Stupa with exposed red bricks. #stupa #dagoba #Abhayagiri #Anuradhapura #SriLanka
Jaw dropping ... how they built this almost perfect half sphere one brick at a time? #stupa #Ruwanwelisaya #Anuradhapura #SriLanka
A city full of ancient Buddhist ruins
One of the stupas in Anuradhapura

Where to stay in Anuradhapura

As we walked 12km along the roads of Anuradhapura, we felt too tired. Fortunately, this poor looking shop was there. Though the appearance is so, Orange juice made by this lady is delicious. It completely reduced our thirst and tiresome nature. People in these poor villages prefer to do these kind of shops in order to earn something more. Their principal way of earning is agriculture. But it's really difficult to overcome the battle of living as they don't have enough money even to buy primary necessities.

Wijayapura

While there might not be top attractions in Wijayapura, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Nuwara Wewa and Isurumuniya Vihara.

Wijayapura
The Lake Forest Hotel

The Lake Forest Hotel

3 out of 5
103, Tissa Wewa Lane, Pothanegama Anuradhapura NC
The price is ₹12,053 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
₹12,053
₹14,412 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Isurumuniya Vihara and Mirisawetiya Stupa are ...
The Lake Forest Hotel
Kutumbaya

Kutumbaya

3 out of 5
803 Freeman Mawatha Anuradhapura
The price is ₹2,112 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
₹2,112
₹2,866 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Isurumuniya ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
The keeper of the place was curtious and obliging. Place is mediocre, budget accomodation when other places are fully booked.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Kutumbaya
The Ivy Lake

The Ivy Lake

3 out of 5
115 Dharmapala Mawatha Anuradhapura
The price is ₹1,969 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
₹1,969
₹2,351 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Jetawanaramaya Museum are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
Clean and large room. Restaurant ok. Staff very nice. Not much hot water.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

The Ivy Lake
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Green Villa Homestay

Green Villa Homestay

2.5 out of 5
No K8 Nuwara Wewa Mawatha Anuradhapura North Central
Stay at this business-friendly holiday home in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Nuwara Wewa and Isurumuniya ...
Green Villa Homestay
Villa Tambaka Retreat

Villa Tambaka Retreat

3.5 out of 5
Saliya Mawatha Anuradhapura North Central
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Kuttam Pokuna and Samadhi Buddha ...
5/10 (2 reviews)
Very friendly staff, but there was no hot water and rooms missing some of the supplied amenities, and rooms quiet noisy with sounds from other rooms.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Villa Tambaka Retreat
Isi Arana Eco Villa

Isi Arana Eco Villa

3 out of 5
Kurunegala Road Anuradhpura NC
Stay at this villa in Anuradhapura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Isurumuniya Vihara and Mirisawetiya Stupa are ...
Isi Arana Eco Villa
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Popular places to visit

Jaw dropping ... how they built this almost perfect half sphere one brick at a time? #stupa #Ruwanwelisaya #Anuradhapura #SriLanka

Ruwanwelisaya

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura when you stop by Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Ruwanwelisaya

Sri Maha Bodhi

Sri Maha Bodhi is just one of the places to see in Anuradhapura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Sri Maha Bodhi

Nuwara Wewa

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you take a trip to Nuwara Wewa. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Nuwara Wewa

Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum

You can study the exhibits at Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Anuradhapura. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum

Thuparamaya

You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Thuparamaya. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Thuparamaya

Mirisawetiya Stupa

Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura when you take a trip to Mirisawetiya Stupa. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Mirisawetiya Stupa

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Great ruins but only see the main ones. Ask a guide!