With kids · Kandy itinerary

Kandy with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Kandy is fun for families, with elephants, gardens and shows. Here is how to spend a family trip in Sri Lanka’s hill capital — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

1Pinnawala elephants
2Botanical Gardens
3Cultural show
4Kandy Lake

Meet the elephants

Visit the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage.

Explore the gardens

Roam the vast Peradeniya gardens.

Watch the dancers

Enjoy a colourful Kandyan show.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Kandy — prices per person.

Negombo

Excursion privée d'une journée tout compris à Kandy, Pinnawala et vos propres attractions sélectionnées

4.9(13)·14 heures

à partir de$93/ personne

via Viator

Kandy with kids — FAQ

Is Kandy good for kids?

Yes — the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage, the vast Peradeniya Botanical Gardens, the colourful Kandyan dance and fire show, and lakeside strolls make Kandy an engaging family destination.

What are the best things to do in Kandy with children?

Top family picks are the Pinnawala elephants, the botanical gardens, a Kandyan cultural show, and a gentle city and lake tour.

Is Kandy easy to visit with kids?

Yes — with elephants, gardens and shows close together, Kandy is family-friendly, though the Temple of the Tooth requires modest dress and quiet behaviour.