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Home/Destinations/Anuradhapura/Sacred Sites

Sacred Sites Tours

A living pilgrimage: tours visit the Sri Maha Bodhi, a sacred fig grown from a cutting of the tree under which the Buddha attained enlightenment, along with revered temples and shrines. The spiritual heart of the ancient city.

152 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Sacred City of Anuradhapura from Sigiriya
Sigiriya
Sacred City of Anuradhapura from Sigiriya
3.5(2)·10 hours
from$70/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Ancient City and Wilpattu Jeep Safari from Pasikudah
Batticaloa
Anuradhapura Ancient City and Wilpattu Jeep Safari from Pasikudah
10–12 hours
from$240/ 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 Ancient Ruins & Pilgrimage Day Tour From Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Polonnaruwa Ancient Ruins & Pilgrimage Day Tour From Anuradhapura
11 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Historic City of Anuradhapura Private City Tour by Tuk Tuk
Anuradhapura
Historic City of Anuradhapura Private City Tour by Tuk Tuk
4h 30min
from$38/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour
6 hours
from$45/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Buddhist Icons Tour from Dambulla
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura Buddhist Icons Tour from Dambulla
10 hours
from$64/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Ancient City Day Tour from Kandy (Private Tour)
Kandy
Anuradhapura Ancient City Day Tour from Kandy (Private Tour)
3.5(2)·10 hours
from$75/ 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
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
Cycle through 2000 years of sacred history and culture – Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Cycle through 2000 years of sacred history and culture – Anuradhapura
4.0(1)·4 hours
from$125/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Guided Day Tour of Ancient Ruins from Colombo
Colombo
Anuradhapura Guided Day Tour of Ancient Ruins from Colombo
5.0(1)·12 hours
from$190/ person
via Viator
Two-Day Tour :Anuradhapura Sacred City & Wilpattu Wildlife Safari
Central Sri Lanka
Two-Day Tour :Anuradhapura Sacred City & Wilpattu Wildlife Safari
2 days
from$150/ person
via Viator
Day-trip from Anuradhapura to Mihintale - Tuk Tuk Tour
Anuradhapura
Day-trip from Anuradhapura to Mihintale - Tuk Tuk Tour
8–9 hours
from$160/ 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
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
Anuradhapura from Kandy (2 Days)
Kandy
Anuradhapura from Kandy (2 Days)
2 days
from$118/ person
via Viator
Athugala and Silver Temple Tour from Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Athugala and Silver Temple Tour from Anuradhapura
6–8 hours
from$125/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura: Private Tuk Tuk Tour – Temples & Hidden Ruins
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura: Private Tuk Tuk Tour – Temples & Hidden Ruins
5.0(1)·2 days
from$25/ person
via Viator
Hands-On Cooking Class in Anuradhapura-Cook Like a Local
Anuradhapura
Hands-On Cooking Class in Anuradhapura-Cook Like a Local
5.0(2)·2h 30min
from$45/ 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
Day-trip Anuradhapura and Thanthirimale - Heritage Tour
Anuradhapura
Day-trip Anuradhapura and Thanthirimale - Heritage Tour
8–9 hours
from$170/ person
via Viator
Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
Colombo
Day Tour Anuradhapura from Kandy by Lux Tours Lanka
4.6(5)·5–15 hours
from$107/ person
via Viator
Wilpattu and Anuradhapura from Negombo (2 Days)
Negombo
Wilpattu and Anuradhapura from Negombo (2 Days)
2 days
from$141/ person
via Viator
Day Trip To Anuradhapura Kingdom and Wilpattu Safari From Colombo
Colombo
Day Trip To Anuradhapura Kingdom and Wilpattu Safari From Colombo
10–13 hours
from$320/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura and Mihintale Heritage Tour with Mini Car
Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura and Mihintale Heritage Tour with Mini Car
5.0(4)·8–10 hours
from$65/ person
via Viator
Anuradhapura Private Day Trip from Colombo, Negombo, or Katunayaka
Colombo
Anuradhapura Private Day Trip from Colombo, Negombo, or Katunayaka
5.0(2)·12–15 hours
from$200/ person
via Viator
Private Guided TukTuk Tour to Anuradhapura Ancient City
Anuradhapura
Private Guided TukTuk Tour to Anuradhapura Ancient City
5.0(1)·3h 30min
from$30/ person
via Viator
2 Days tour Dambulla Sigiriya Wilpattu Anuradhapura from Colombo
Colombo
2 Days tour Dambulla Sigiriya Wilpattu Anuradhapura from Colombo
2 days
from$315/ person
via Viator
Spiritual Experience from Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Spiritual Experience from Anuradhapura
9 hours
from$93/ person
via Viator
Trincomalee and Nilaveli beach Tour from Anuradhapura
Anuradhapura
Trincomalee and Nilaveli beach Tour from Anuradhapura
3 days
from$627/ 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

Sacred Sites in Anuradhapura — FAQ

What is the Sri Maha Bodhi?
It is a sacred bo tree in Anuradhapura, grown from a cutting of the Buddha’s original tree and over 2,000 years old.
Why is Anuradhapura sacred?
It is one of Buddhism’s holiest cities, home to the Sri Maha Bodhi and great dagobas enshrining relics.
Can you visit the temples?
Yes — respectful dress is required; guided tours explain the sites’ significance.

More things to do in Anuradhapura

Ancient CitySigiriya RockMihintalePolonnaruwaWilpattu Safari