Heritage

Sigiriya Rock Fortress

Cultural Triangle 4.8
07:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00) $35 $$ Family-friendly

Sigiriya Rock Fortress is a 5th-century royal citadel atop a 200m granite monolith, famous for its frescoes, mirror wall and lion-paw stairway. The climb rewards you with sweeping views over the jungle. Getting there: About 3.5 hrs from Colombo by car; nearest town Dambulla (20 min). Open 07:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00). Entry USD 35.

A site of deep history, early mornings are cooler and quieter.

Good to know

Hours07:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00)
Getting thereAbout 3.5 hrs from Colombo by car; nearest town Dambulla (20 min).
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Make a day of it

5 stops nearby · ~21 km · approx $47/person

  1. 1 Sigiriya Rock Fortress You’re here
  2. 2 Sigiriya Village Hotel 0.8 km
  3. 3 Bird Watching Tour & Sunrise Tour at Thalkote Lake 3 km
  4. 4 Gazebo Safari Sri Lanka 4.4 km
  5. 5 PANP ORNAMENTAL FISH FARM *(PANP මින් මැදුර)* 8.8 km

Rough per-person estimate from sourced rates (PickMe/km, meals, entry). Confirm locally.

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Nearby

Sigiriya Village Hotel ★ 4.2 · 0.8 km away Bank of Ceylon Sigiriya Rock ATM, ලංකා බැංකුව සීගිරිය ස්වයංක්‍රීය ටෙලර් යන්ත්‍රය ★ 5.0 0.8 km away Sigiriya King's Resort ★ 4.8 · 1.5 km away ResortVilla Wewa Addara Hotel - Hotel by the lake ★ 4.3 · 2 km away Bird Watching Tour & Sunrise Tour at Thalkote Lake3 kmBird Watching Tour & Sunrise Tour at Thalkote Lake Wihara Supermarket ★ 4.5 3.2 km away

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Common questions

How do I get to Sigiriya Rock Fortress?

About 3.5 hrs from Colombo by car; nearest town Dambulla (20 min).

What are the opening hours at Sigiriya Rock Fortress?

Sigiriya Rock Fortress is open 07:00 to 17:30 (last entry 17:00). Hours can change on poya days and public holidays, so confirm before you travel.

How much is entry to Sigiriya Rock Fortress?

Entry is USD 35 for foreign visitors at the last check. Ticket prices are reviewed periodically, so treat this as a guide and confirm at the gate.

Is Sigiriya Rock Fortress suitable for children?

Yes. Sigiriya Rock Fortress works well for families, though younger children will need supervision and shade breaks.

Is Sigiriya Rock Fortress wheelchair accessible?

No. Sigiriya Rock Fortress involves steps or uneven ground and is not step-free, so it is difficult for wheelchair users.

How current is this information?

These details were last verified in 2026-06. Time-sensitive details such as fees and opening hours should always be confirmed with the official source before you travel.

Last verified: 2026-06 Source ↗