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Kandy & Sigiriya 2-Day Private Tour with Deluxe Accommodation
Tours • From Colombo, Ella, Kandy, Galle, Matara

Kandy & Sigiriya 2-Day Private Tour with Deluxe Accommodation

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Private tour
English guided
5.0 / 5
(4)
US$ 450.00
Private Wilpattu National Park Safari Drive Tour from Anuradhapura
Tours • From Anuradhapura

Private Wilpattu National Park Safari Drive Tour from Anuradhapura

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Private tour
English guided
2.5 / 5
(4) • 200+ booked
US$ 41.45
Wilpattu National Park Private Leopard Safari & Custom Transfers
Outdoor & sports activities • From Anuradhapura

Wilpattu National Park Private Leopard Safari & Custom Transfers

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English guided
7+ hrs
US$ 31.25
Dambulla, Pidurangala, and Sigiriya Day Trip from Anuradhapura
Tours • Anuradhapura

Dambulla, Pidurangala, and Sigiriya Day Trip from Anuradhapura

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Private tour
English guided
100+ booked
US$ 40.29
Anuradhapura Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Full-Day Tour
Tours • From Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura Polonnaruwa Ancient City Private Full-Day Tour

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Private tour
English guided
100+ booked
US$ 142.89
Wilpattu National Park Private Safari
Outdoor & sports activities • Anuradhapura

Wilpattu National Park Private Safari

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English guided
Morning departure
New Activity
US$ 81.25
Anuradhapura Wilpattu National Park Private Full-Day Safari
Klook's choice
Tours • Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura Wilpattu National Park Private Full-Day Safari

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English guided
Free cancellation
US$ 90.00
Private Anuradhapura Buddhist Pilgrimage Half Day Tour
Tours • Anuradhapura

Private Anuradhapura Buddhist Pilgrimage Half Day Tour

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Private tour
English guided
100+ booked
US$ 36.30

Hotels in Anuradhapura

The Lake Forest Hotel
Hotels • Anuradhapura

The Lake Forest Hotel

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4.6 / 5
(69)
From
US$ 147.5
Milano Tourist Rest
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Milano Tourist Rest

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3.9 / 5
(29)
From
US$ 20.23
Hope Residence
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Hope Residence

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From
US$ 66.87
Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Big Game - Wilpattu by Eco Team

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4.4 / 5
(25)
From
US$ 32.4
Goalma Family Holiday Resort & Restaurant
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Goalma Family Holiday Resort & Restaurant

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4.0 / 5
(2)
US$ 22.49
Rainbow Tourist Rest
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Rainbow Tourist Rest

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US$ 22.02
Nilaro Holiday Resort
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Nilaro Holiday Resort

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US$ 18.43
Heritance Resort Hotel
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Heritance Resort Hotel

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From
US$ 23.32
Avora Lake Villas
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Avora Lake Villas

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From
US$ 71.58
Trump House
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Trump House

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From
US$ 29.5
Gimanhala Tissawawa
Hotels • Anuradhapura

Gimanhala Tissawawa

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From
US$ 25.78
inner pease hotel
Hotels • Anuradhapura

inner pease hotel

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US$ 43.46

Anuradhapura at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Anuradhapura?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+100%
+50%
Typical
-50%
-100%
Busiest +85%
Jan
-19%
Feb
Busiest +85%
Mar
-31%
Apr
+12%
May
+1%
Jun
-34%
Jul
-61%
Aug
-77% Quietest
Sep
-26%
Oct
+51%
Nov
+12%
Dec

Demand peaks in January and March (about 85% above a typical month), while September is much quieter (roughly 77% below a typical month); travellers from Singapore should book early for January and March, and expect easier availability and fewer crowds in September. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Anuradhapura cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$120
$100
$80
$60
$40
$20
Avg $51 Cheapest $34 Priciest $102
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Apr May Jun

Activities are typically cheapest in January (around USD 34), roughly 67% below the priciest month in June; this aligns with the quiet season, so visiting in January often means lower prices and lighter crowds. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – June 2026.

Quick facts about Anuradhapura

Local weather

℉℃
  • JAN - DEC
    35°22°

    Tropical

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 331.02LKR

  • Official languages

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Singapore

What to know before visiting Anuradhapura

Overview of Anuradhapura’s visitor rhythm

Anuradhapura attracts most bookings for tours and historical sightseeing, with activity concentrated in a few busy months and much lower demand in others. Klook data shows strong peaks and a clear quiet season, so the city feels lively at times and very relaxed at others.

Best times to visit and price patterns

Demand on Klook peaks in January and March, while September is the quietest month. Prices move independently at times: Klook’s recorded cheapest month is January and the priciest is June, so lower prices and high demand overlap in January but costs climb by mid-year even when bookings are not at their highest. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider visiting in September through October when demand and prices are both reduced; if you want the peak-season atmosphere, aim for January or March when the city is busiest.

Tips for travellers from Singapore

Most experiences in Anuradhapura can be booked fairly close to travel, so a flexible, short-notice trip works well for travellers from Singapore. If you plan to travel in the busy months of January or March, consider securing key tours a little earlier to avoid limited availability. Use Klook to compare typical options and lock in preferred tours once your dates are firm.

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