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Munneswaram Temple

Munneswaram Temple

3.2
Puttalam · 1.9km from Chilaw
Madampe Murugan Kovil

Madampe Murugan Kovil

2.8
Puttalam · 8.8km from Chilaw
Chilaw Beach Park

Chilaw Beach Park

2.7
Chilaw · 1.5km from downtown
Chilaw town

Chilaw town

2.4
Puttalam · 883m from Chilaw
Lora Vērdē - Location For Photography

Lora Vērdē - Location For Photography

2.4
Puttalam · 10.3km from Chilaw
Manavari Sivan Kovil

Manavari Sivan Kovil

2.2
Puttalam · 7.9km from Chilaw
St. Mary's Church - Grand Street
No. 12 of Best Things to Do in Sri Lanka

St. Mary's Church - Grand Street

5.3
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St. Mary's Church - Grand Streetis located in the city center of Negombo, Sri Lanka, and features a neoclassical architectural style. The exterior facade is primarily a soft, creamy white, with symmetrical and imposing colonnades. The architectural lines are simple and solemn, creating a striking visual contrast with the surrounding streets. Inside, the high, spacious nave creates an open and solemn atmosphere. The elegant, simple walls harmonize with the orderly architectural structure, giving the entire space a serene and dignified feel. In sharp contrast to the simple walls are the rich, exquisite religious frescoes on the nave ceiling. The stained glass windows inside the church are also a major highlight. Sunlight streams through the glass, casting soft, shifting colors onto the floor, walls, and altar, adding a dynamic play of light and shadow to the solemn space. As the angle of the light changes throughout the day, the colorful light and shadows complement the ceiling frescoes, giving the entire nave a rich visual depth.Negombo · 41.7km from Chilaw
Thaniwalla Devalaya

Thaniwalla Devalaya

2.3
Madampe · 12.2km from Chilaw
Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary

Anawilundawa Bird Sanctuary

2.4
Puttalam · 13.7km from Chilaw
Negombo Lagoon
No. 15 of Best Things to Do in Sri Lanka

Negombo Lagoon

5.1
4.3/5
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Negombo LagoonLocated on the west coast of Sri Lanka, it is a representative local coastal lagoon and natural wetland landscape. The lagoon is long and narrow, stretching over 10 km with a water area of approx. 3,000 hectares. Its southern end connects to the Muthurajawela Marsh, together forming a vast coastal wetland ecosystem. The water here is open, the waterways are winding, and the natural landscape along the shore is rich, featuring calm waters, dense mangroves, scattered small islands, and continuous coconut groves. Large areas of mangroves grow along the water's edge, with intertwined branches and leaves, providing a habitat and foraging environment for various bird species. Taking a small boat deep into the lagoon allows you to appreciate the lush mangrove foliage up close, observe water bird activity, and experience the scenery where the lake and coastal villages blend together from a water-level perspective.Negombo · 47.6km from Chilaw

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Westfield Audio Tour: Whips, Wonders, and Riverfront Legends
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Colombo Highlights Audio Tour: Colonial Heritage and Vibrant Markets
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Colombo National Museum + Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque + Beira Lake day tour in Sri Lanka
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Colombo Express Food Tour with 9 + Tastings
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1-day tour in Colombo, Sri Lanka: National Museum + Independence Square + Galle Face Green
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Kandy Highlights Audio Tour: Royal and Colonial Heritage
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In-depth guide of Galle Face Green in Colombo, Sri Lanka for 2 hours
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In-depth guide of National Museum in Colombo, Sri Lanka for 2 hours
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Kandy Village Cooking Class
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COLOMBO PRIVATE guideCITY TOUR WITH street food( All inclusive )
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Sigiriya: Wewela Lake Private Boat Sailing Picnic Dining
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Colombo: Grand Afternoon Tea at the Galle Face Hotel + Bubbly!
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Colombo: Private City Tour with Lunch and Guide
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Colombo: Forgotten Colombo Tuk Tuk Tour with Tea Tasting
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Bentota: 15-Minute Jet Ski Adventure on the Bentota River
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Exclusive Kitulgala: Whitewater Rafting with Lunch
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Private Trip Sigiriya Dambulla and safari from Colombo or Negombo
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From Colombo: Sigiriya and Dambulla Day Trip and Safari
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Kandy to Sigiriya Day Tour and Dambulla cave temple with private vehicle
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From Trincomalee: Sigiriya Rock & Dambulla Temple Day Trip
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Ambalangoda: Mangrove Safari, Cinnamon Tour & Eco-Activities
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What travellers say about Chilaw

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DEAR张小球29 May 2020
5.0
St. Mary's Church is a very beautiful Catholic church with a very nice surrounding. If people here hold weddings, most of them will choose to hold them in St. Mary's Church, which is also a local landmark historical building.

St. Mary's Church - Grand Street

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神经内科利大夫22 May 2016
4.0
Niganbu lagoon, rich in fishery resources, abounds in shrimp and crabs. The lake is surrounded by lush vegetation, surrounded by large coconut forests and paddy fields, with beautiful scenery. Along with your whole journey, crows can be seen everywhere. In Sri Lanka, the crow is called a divine bird.

Negombo Lagoon

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What are the must-do things in Chilaw?

Don't miss these attractions in Chilaw: Munneswaram Temple, Madampe Murugan Kovil, and Chilaw Beach Park. If you like Cultural experiences, try Westfield Audio Tour: Whips, Wonders, and Riverfront Legends. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Kandy Village Cooking Class.

You can give Kandy Village Cooking Class and COLOMBO PRIVATE guideCITY TOUR WITH street food( All inclusive ) a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Private charter for 10 hours | Colombo 1-day tour with downtown hotel transfer | 7-seater vehicle, Private charter for 10 hours | Colombo 1-day tour with downtown hotel transfer | 5-seater vehicle, and Private charter in Colombo, Sri Lanka: Negombo lagoon/elephant orphanage + Sigiriya Lion Rock | admission ticket not included. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 24 October 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Chilaw is around SGD 105.4 – SGD 436.5. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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