Timeline
09:00
Arrive at The Pettah Market at opening. Even if you do not buy anything, the energy of the wholesale stalls is an experience. Bargain extensively for fruits, clothes, or electronics, and take a local you trust along with you.
09:30
Arunthathee Vihaar Vegetarian Family Restaurant
Walk 12 minutes to Arunthathee Vihaar Vegetarian Family Restaurant for a quiet, authentic Indian lunch. The prices are very good and the atmosphere is calm.
10:15
Head 5 minutes to Paradise Road. Browse the antiques, home décor, and art in this British colonial style building. You can view the items or purchase them, and there is a small café inside if you need a quick refreshment.
10:30
Finish your walk 36 minutes from the market at Viharamahadevi Park. Sit in the largest, oldest, and most colourful park in the heart of Colombo. It is the perfect spot to rest and people-watch opposite the colonial style Town Hall building.
Local tip
The Pettah Market can be overwhelming. If you do not speak the local language, bring a friend who does. Also, check the route from the market to the restaurant, as the area is dense with narrow streets.
Check before you go
- Arunthathee Vihaar Vegetarian Family Restaurant is open Mo-Su 07:00-22:00.
- Paradise Road is open Mo-Su 09:00-19:00.
- Viharamahadevi Park is open during daylight hours.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Colombo (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).