Watch horse racing at Nuwara Eliya Racecourse
Nuwara Eliya, Sri Lanka • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Apr
12°C – 23°C, april is characterized by mild temperatures, with daytime highs averaging 23, high crowds, peak season
12°C – 23°C, april is characterized by mild temperatures, with daytime highs averaging 23, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Limited accessibility; uneven terrain and stairs present.
Limited accessibility; uneven terrain and stairs present.
Value for money
Medium
Free entry, but pony rides could be better value.
Free entry, but pony rides could be better value.
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Summarised by AI
Scenic Stroll
Couples loved the peaceful atmosphere and beautiful views. Perfect for a romantic walk.
Colonial Charm
The historic architecture is stunning. Couples enjoyed the unique, old-world setting.
Pony Rides
Couples found the pony rides a fun and affordable activity for a relaxed day.
Unwanted Guides
Some couples reported being hassled by unofficial guides offering tours.
Poor Maintenance
Travelers noted that some areas could be better maintained, impacting the experience.
No Races
Couples were disappointed when visiting outside of the racing season.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday
09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday
-
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
LOW
12-20°C
Cool temperatures with significant rainfall; average high of 20.1°C and low of 11.8°C. Approximately 211mm of rain over 15 days.
Cool temperatures with significant rainfall; average high of 20.1°C and low of 11.8°C. Approximately 211mm of rain over 15 days.
Closed
Horse racing events are typically not held during this month.
Horse racing events are typically not held during this month.
Not recommended
December features cool temperatures and significant rainfall, leading to low tourist activity. Horse racing events are not scheduled during this month.
December features cool temperatures and significant rainfall, leading to low tourist activity. Horse racing events are not scheduled during this month.
January
LOW
10-21°C
January in Nuwara Eliya is characterized by mild temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures average around 20.6°C, while nighttime temperatures drop to approximately 10.2°C. The month receives about 107 mm of rainfall over 8 days, making it one of the drier months in the region.
January in Nuwara Eliya is characterized by mild temperatures and moderate rainfall. Daytime temperatures average around 20.6°C, while nighttime temperatures drop to approximately 10.2°C. The month receives about 107 mm of rainfall over 8 days, making it one of the drier months in the region.
Closed
Horse racing events are not typically held in January at the Nuwara Eliya Racecourse.
Horse racing events are not typically held in January at the Nuwara Eliya Racecourse.
Recommended
While the weather is pleasant and crowds are minimal, horse racing events are not usually scheduled in January. Visitors can enjoy other attractions in the area during this time.
While the weather is pleasant and crowds are minimal, horse racing events are not usually scheduled in January. Visitors can enjoy other attractions in the area during this time.
February
LOW
12-22°C
February in Nuwara Eliya offers mild temperatures with daytime highs around 22°C and nighttime lows near 12°C. The month experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 12 rainy days.
February in Nuwara Eliya offers mild temperatures with daytime highs around 22°C and nighttime lows near 12°C. The month experiences moderate rainfall, averaging 12 rainy days.
Closed
Horse racing events are not typically held in February at the Nuwara Eliya Racecourse.
Horse racing events are not typically held in February at the Nuwara Eliya Racecourse.
Recommended
Despite favorable weather and low crowds, horse racing events are not scheduled in February. Visitors can explore other local attractions during this period.
Despite favorable weather and low crowds, horse racing events are not scheduled in February. Visitors can explore other local attractions during this period.
March
MEDIUM
12-24°C
March brings warmer temperatures to Nuwara Eliya, with daytime highs reaching 24°C and nighttime lows around 12°C. Rainfall is moderate, occurring over approximately 10 days.
March brings warmer temperatures to Nuwara Eliya, with daytime highs reaching 24°C and nighttime lows around 12°C. Rainfall is moderate, occurring over approximately 10 days.
Closed
Horse racing events are not typically held in March at the Nuwara Eliya Racecourse.
Horse racing events are not typically held in March at the Nuwara Eliya Racecourse.
Recommended
While the weather is pleasant and crowds are manageable, horse racing events are not scheduled in March. Visitors can enjoy other activities in the region.
While the weather is pleasant and crowds are manageable, horse racing events are not scheduled in March. Visitors can enjoy other activities in the region.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Regular bus services connect to the main Nuwara Eliya bus station, a short walk or tuk-tuk ride from the racecourse.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and tuk-tuks are readily available throughout Nuwara Eliya for direct transport to the racecourse.
Train
Recommended
The closest railway station is Nanu Oya. From there, hire a taxi or tuk-tuk for the short ride to the racecourse.
Car
The racecourse is easily accessible by car via the PBC Highway.
Walking
The racecourse is a 15-minute walk from the Nuwara Eliya town center, along New Bazaar Street.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required