Pettah Floating Market

Description

The Pettah Floating Market is one of Colombo's newer landmarks to be opened to the public in 2014. Located at Bastian Mawatha, on the massive Beira Lake, the floating market is the first of its kind in Sri Lanka and offers a unique shopping and dining experience in the heart of Colombo. Pettah Floating Market features nearly a hundred stalls and shops selling a variety of items ranging from local fruits and vegetables to garments to electronic items, all at very affordable prices. Numerous restaurants and eateries are also available within the market area and offer visitors a unique venue and atmosphere to dine. The main attraction of the floating market is the fantastic view that it offers visitors. In addition to the magnificent Beira lake, visitors will also be able to sit back at look at the trains passing by in the distance. Boat rides are also available during the weekend.

Ticket Price

Free-of-charge

Opening Hour

Throughout the day

Recommended Visit Duration

Around 1 hour

Suitable For

Adults, Families, Young Adults, Senior Guests, Children 

Must See

The view of the lake and the restaurants

Prayer Facilities

There are several mosques in Pettah for Muslim travellers looking for prayer facilities near Pettah Floating Market. The most prominent mosque in Pettah is the Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque, a historic mosque located at Second Cross Street which is also a popular attraction amongst tourists. 

Halal Food

Though there are a few eateries at the Pettah Floating Market that serve Halal food, Muslim travellers could also try some of the more prominent Halal restaurants in Pettah near the floating market for more options. Elite Restaurant and Sweet Tomato are two restaurants located not too far away.