Things to do in Kandy: sights, day-by-day itinerary and weather

Things to do in Kandy (Sri Lanka): Bogambara, St. Paul's Church, The Kandy Clock Tower, Old Royal Palace, National Museum of Kandy, 2 day-by-day itineraries, month-by-month weather, the best time to go and hotels.

Travel itineraries in Kandy

Hotels in Kandy

Frequently asked questions about Kandy

When is the best time to visit Kandy?

According to real weather data (2023-2024 averages), the months with 18–33 °C daytime highs and under 100 mm of rain in Kandy are: January, February, March, April, June, August.

How many days do you need in Kandy?

Our 2 day-by-day plans for Kandy last 2 to 3 days.

What to do in Kandy in 2 days?

Our “Kandy Essentials” plan: Day 1 — Temple of the Tooth; Day 2 — Kandy National Museum.

What to do in Kandy in 3 days?

Our “Kandy and Sigiriya” plan: Day 1 — Temple of the Tooth; Day 2 — Kandy National Museum; Day 3 — Sigiriya.

Where to stay in Kandy?

Close to the tourist centre: Central City Hostel 89 (250 m), Sevana city (300 m), Villa 92 (300 m). Our directory lists 271 hotels in Kandy, to contact directly.

What to see in Kandy?

Some places to see in the centre: Bogambara, St. Paul's Church, The Kandy Clock Tower, World War I Memorial, Old Royal Palace, National Museum of Kandy.

Sights in Kandy

Museums in Kandy

Parks and gardens in Kandy

Where to eat in Kandy