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Things to do in Kandy

Spend time at the Temple of the Tooth and along the lake, then leave town for botanical collections and the story of Ceylon tea.

9 sights

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Viewpoint

Arthur's Seat on Upper Lake Drive

An elevated view across the lake helps make sense of Kandy's compact center.Entry: Roadside viewpoint; use the designated viewing area and skip in poor visibility.Search tickets and tours on Klook
Museum

Ceylon Tea Museum

Old machinery and displays explain tea production in a former factory above Kandy.Entry: Closed Monday. Tue to Fri 8:30 AM to 4 PM; weekends 8 AM to 5 PM. Check child eligibility at the counter.. Closed MondaysSearch tickets and tours on Klook
Market

Kandy Central Market

A compact stop for produce and everyday shopping away from the temple courtyards.Entry: Public market; individual traders choose their hours.
Nature

Kandy Lake shore at Queen's Bath

A lakeside path links the temple edge with views across water to the surrounding hills.Entry: Walk the public shore; the pin marks Queen's Bath beside the temple, not an entrance into the lake.Search tickets and tours on Klook
Museum

National Museum of Kandy

Objects from the Kandyan period occupy part of the former royal palace setting.Entry: Admission LKR[fee]. Tuesday to Saturday; check public-holiday closure before traveling.. Closed Sundays and MondaysSearch tickets and tours on Klook
Nature

Royal Botanic Gardens, Peradeniya

Palm avenues, orchids and plant collections fill a large garden beside the Mahaweli River.Entry: Admission LKR[fee]. Use the main entrance on the Colombo-Kandy road; the map pin is inside the garden.Search tickets and tours on Klook
Temple

Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic

A major Buddhist pilgrimage complex beside Kandy Lake, best approached with time and respect.Entry: Use official onsite ticket machines. Covered shoulders and knees; expect shoe storage and security checks.Search tickets and tours on Klook
Museum

World Buddhist Museum

Country galleries introduce Buddhist traditions beyond Sri Lanka within the temple complex.Entry: Included in the temple visitor ticket; retain it and check the open galleries on arrival.Search tickets and tours on Klook
Food

WorldSpice at Kandy City Centre

A central indoor dining option between the lake, market and temple district.Entry: Choose an open counter on Level 4 and check its menu.

See them in a day-by-day plan

White walls and the red-roofed octagonal pavilion at Kandy's Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic
The octagonal pavilion and white walls mark the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy.
Kandy in 2 daysTemple of the Tooth, World Buddhist Museum, Kandy Lake, Upper Lake Drive, Peradeniya Gardens, Ceylon Tea Museum2 days, Sri LankaBalanced pace