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Jaffna City Tour Highlights

  • Explore the beautiful Jaffna City, situated at northern tip of Sri Lanka on this 4-hour guided tour
  • Offer prayers at two sacred tourist attractions- Naga Vihara and Nallur Kandaswamy Temple
  • Other prominent destinations includes Jaffna Fort, Jaffna Public Library, Sangiliyan Thoppu & Manthri Manai

Jaffna City Tour Overview

Departure Point: 86, Palaly Road Thirunelveli, Jaffna 40000, Sri Lanka

Activity Timing: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Departure Time: 8:30 AM

Activity Duration: 4 hours (approx.)

About Jaffna City Sightseeing Tour:

Explore the beautiful town at the northern tip of Sri Lanka, Jaffna, in a 4-hour city tour. Visit prominent tourist destinations including Jaffna Fort, Jaffna Public Library, Sangiliyan Thoppu, and Manthri Manai. Offer prayers at Naga Vihara and Nallur Kandaswamy Temple. You will get meaningful insights from a professional English-speaking guide throughout the tour.

About the Activity:

  • Reach the departure point at 8:30 AM and begin the fun-packed Jaffna City Tour.
  • Start the tour by visiting the historic Jaffna Fort that was built by the Portuguese. Inside the Fort, you can witness many stone-walled buildings with arched doors like Queen's House, Police quarters, the Garrison Parade Ground, and the Garrison Parade Ground.
  • Head on to Jaffna Public Library which in earlier times was the biggest library in South East Asia but was destroyed by Sinhalese extremists. See the treasured literature and historical antiques here.
  • Get a chance to see the sacred Bo Tree at Naga Vihara, planted by priestess Sangamitta.
  • Visit the famous Hindu Temple, Nallur Kandaswamy Temple, and seek blessings.
  • To know more about the rich history of Jaffna, head over to Sangiliyan Thoppu and Manthri Manai.
  • Explore the markets of Jaffna and buy some souvenirs before ending the tour at 12:30 PM.

How to reach the Departure Point?

The departure point is just 3.7 km away from Jaffna City Center and can be easily reached by car in approximately 9 minutes.

Notes:

  • Children aged 0-4 years can join the tour free of cost.
  • Children of age 5+ years will be charged as per adult prices.

Select Package Options

Explore all the prominent destinations of Jaffna in this private guided tour with maximum of 6 people.

Price Includes
  • Guide
    • English-speaking guide
  • Meals
    • Water bottle per person
  • Sightseeing
    • Jaffna Fort
    • Jaffna Public Library
    • Naga Vihara
    • Nallur Kovil
    • Sangiliyan Thoppu
    • Manthri Manai

More Details about Jaffna City Tour

Know Before You Go for Jaffna City Tour

  • Not wheelchair accessible.
  • Near public transportation.
  • Infants must sit on laps.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers.
  • Children aged 0-4 years can join the tour free of cost. Children of age 5+ years will be charged as per adult prices.
  • Transportation vehicles are regularly sanitized.
  • ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of booking, and also upon arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
  • All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of booking, and also upon arrival.

Jaffna City Tour Map

Starting Point
Palaly Road
Palaly Rd, Jaffna, Sri Lanka