Sight · Sigiriya
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
The palace-fortress on the rock, with water gardens, frescoes, the Mirror Wall and the lion staircase. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Best season
- February to September. Some rain from October to January.
- Time to allow
- 3 hr (at least 2 hr 30 min)
- Best time of day
- Morning. Open 07:00 to 17:00.
- Entry
- US$35 foreign adult (official price)
- What to wear
- Everyday clothes. Sun hat and sunscreen help.
- Good for
- Some walking, families
US$35 for foreign adults, US$20 for children and SAARC visitors, payable in rupees at the CCF rate (LKR 336 per US$ on 14 Oct 2026).
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