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Home/Destinations/Anuradhapura/Polonnaruwa

Polonnaruwa Tours

A second ancient capital: tours explore Polonnaruwa, a wonderfully preserved medieval city of royal palaces, carved Buddha statues and temples, best seen by bicycle. A UNESCO gem within reach of Anuradhapura.

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Private City Day Tour in Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Private City Day Tour in Anuradhapura
5.0(493)·4–5 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura Heritage Mountain bike / bicycle Tour
5.0(86)·4h 30min
from$25/ person
via Viator
Sigiriya Hike & Minneriya Safari Private Full Day Tour
Anuradhapura
Sigiriya Hike & Minneriya Safari Private Full Day Tour
4.9(85)·10 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Private Day Tour of Anuradhapura - All-Inclusive
Anuradhapura
Private Day Tour of Anuradhapura - All-Inclusive
5.0(62)·4–5 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
Day tour sigiriya to anuradhapura
Sigiriya
Day tour sigiriya to anuradhapura
4.8(49)·8–10 hours
from$110/ person
via Viator
Private Polonnaruwa Ruins and Safari Tour from Sigiriya
Anuradhapura
Private Polonnaruwa Ruins and Safari Tour from Sigiriya
5.0(25)·5–6 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
Half day tour - in Sacred city of Anuradhapura Or sacred city of Mihintale.
Anuradhapura
Half day tour - in Sacred city of Anuradhapura Or sacred city of Mihintale.
4.6(24)·3–4 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
One Day Tour - Sacred city of Anuradhapura & Sacred city of Mihintale. (Sunset)
Anuradhapura
One Day Tour - Sacred city of Anuradhapura & Sacred city of Mihintale. (Sunset)
4.7(23)·6–8 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
Day tour trips from Anuradhapura to multiple cities as your choice
Anuradhapura
Day tour trips from Anuradhapura to multiple cities as your choice
5.0(14)·1–9 hours
from$115/ person
via Viator
Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Day Tour from Sigiriya
Anuradhapura
Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Day Tour from Sigiriya
5.0(8)·3–6 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
4 Days Historical site Tour in Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Trinco
Kandy
4 Days Historical site Tour in Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Trinco
5.0(4)·4 days
from$215/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Ancient City Private Day Tour
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura Ancient City Private Day Tour
5.0(3)·5 hours
from$25/ person
via Viator
Sigiriya Rock, Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari Tour from Dambulla
Anuradhapura
Sigiriya Rock, Polonnaruwa & Minneriya Safari Tour from Dambulla
5.0(2)·6–8 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Colombo
Colombo
Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Colombo
5.0(1)·8–10 hours
from$194/ person
via Viator
Day Excursions To UNESCO City ANURADHAPURA From Colombo
Colombo
Day Excursions To UNESCO City ANURADHAPURA From Colombo
3.0(1)·12–14 hours
from$94/ person
via Viator
Day Excursions to UNESCO City ANURADHAPURA from Negombo
Negombo
Day Excursions to UNESCO City ANURADHAPURA from Negombo
5.0(1)·12–14 hours
from$140/ person
via Viator
Dambulla And Polonnaruwa All Inclusive Day Tour From Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Dambulla And Polonnaruwa All Inclusive Day Tour From Anuradhapura
8–10 hours
from$220/ person
via Viator
Private Anuradhapura City Day Tour
Anuradhapura
Private Anuradhapura City Day Tour
5–6 hours
from$19/ person
via Viator
Private Day Tour Of Anuradhapura and Avukana From Colombo
Colombo
Private Day Tour Of Anuradhapura and Avukana From Colombo
8–10 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Day Tour to Anuradhapura from Colombo
Colombo
Day Tour to Anuradhapura from Colombo
10–12 hours
from$116/ person
via Viator
Polonnaruwa Ancient City All Inclusive Day Tour From Sigiriya
Anuradhapura
Polonnaruwa Ancient City All Inclusive Day Tour From Sigiriya
6–8 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Full Day Tour to Dambulla Cave Temple & Sigiriya Rock Fortress From Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Full Day Tour to Dambulla Cave Temple & Sigiriya Rock Fortress From Anuradhapura
6–8 hours
from$68/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura And Aukana All Inclusive Day Tour From Polonnaruwa
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura And Aukana All Inclusive Day Tour From Polonnaruwa
10–12 hours
from$200/ person
via Viator
Polonnaruwa Ancient City All Inclusive Day Tour From Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Polonnaruwa Ancient City All Inclusive Day Tour From Anuradhapura
6–8 hours
from$205/ person
via Viator
Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Habarana
Anuradhapura
Aukana and Anuradhapura Day Tour From Habarana
6–7 hours
from$92/ person
via Viator
Private Tour to Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya (Cultural Triangle)
Anuradhapura
Private Tour to Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa and Sigiriya (Cultural Triangle)
3 days
from$177/ person
via Viator
Dambulla to Anuradhapura Tuk Tuk Day Trip Explore Ancient Ruins
Anuradhapura
Dambulla to Anuradhapura Tuk Tuk Day Trip Explore Ancient Ruins
6 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator

Polonnaruwa in Anuradhapura — FAQ

What is Polonnaruwa?
Polonnaruwa is a UNESCO medieval capital with well-preserved ruins, palaces and the famous Gal Vihara Buddha statues.
Can you visit Polonnaruwa from Anuradhapura?
Yes — it is a popular day trip, about 2 hours away.
What is the best way to see Polonnaruwa?
By bicycle, which lets you cover the compact, tree-shaded site with ease.

More things to do in Anuradhapura

Ancient CitySacred SitesSigiriya RockMihintaleWilpattu Safari