Explore artifacts at Sigiriya Archaeological Museum
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka • 
Must Do
Must Do
Best months to visit
Jan, Feb, Mar
20°C – 29°C, january offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
20°C – 29°C, january offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Museum is wheelchair accessible with flat terrain.
Museum is wheelchair accessible with flat terrain.
Value for money
Medium
Price is reasonable for the historical insights provided.
Price is reasonable for the historical insights provided.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Rich History
Couples found the museum a great start to their Sigiriya experience. Very informative.
Well Curated
Visitors loved the artifacts and diorama. It offered great context for the fortress.
Easy Access
Couples appreciated the easy access and eco-friendly design of the museum.
Slightly Dated
Some couples felt certain exhibits could use some updating to enhance the experience.
No Photography
Travelers were disappointed that photography was restricted inside the museum.
Overcrowded Times
During peak season, couples found the museum and the area around crowded.
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Hours of operation
Monday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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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
HIGH
21-28°C
Transition to drier conditions; occasional light showers.
Transition to drier conditions; occasional light showers.
Open
Higher demand may lead to crowded conditions and higher prices.
Higher demand may lead to crowded conditions and higher prices.
Recommended
December marks the start of the peak tourist season with improving weather conditions, making it a popular time to visit.
December marks the start of the peak tourist season with improving weather conditions, making it a popular time to visit.
January
HIGH
20-29°C
January offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
January offers pleasant weather with minimal rainfall, making it ideal for outdoor activities.
Open
No specific restrictions; however, expect larger crowds.
No specific restrictions; however, expect larger crowds.
Recommended
January is an excellent time to visit Sigiriya due to favorable weather conditions. However, be prepared for higher tourist numbers and increased prices.
January is an excellent time to visit Sigiriya due to favorable weather conditions. However, be prepared for higher tourist numbers and increased prices.
February
HIGH
20-31°C
February continues the dry season with warm temperatures and low chances of rain.
February continues the dry season with warm temperatures and low chances of rain.
Open
No specific restrictions; anticipate larger crowds.
No specific restrictions; anticipate larger crowds.
Recommended
February offers excellent weather for visiting Sigiriya, though it coincides with peak tourist season, resulting in higher prices and crowd levels.
February offers excellent weather for visiting Sigiriya, though it coincides with peak tourist season, resulting in higher prices and crowd levels.
March
HIGH
20-34°C
March experiences warm temperatures with very low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing.
March experiences warm temperatures with very low rainfall, ideal for sightseeing.
Open
No specific restrictions; expect substantial crowds.
No specific restrictions; expect substantial crowds.
Recommended
March is characterized by excellent weather and high tourist activity. Early morning visits are recommended to avoid the largest crowds.
March is characterized by excellent weather and high tourist activity. Early morning visits are recommended to avoid the largest crowds.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Buses are available from Colombo's Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal towards Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, or Trincomalee, with a transfer at Dambulla Bus Station for local buses to Sigiriya. Another option is to disembark at Habarana and take a shorter bus or tuk-tuk ride.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-sharing apps like PickMe offer door-to-door service from Colombo and other locations. Ample parking is available at the Sigiriya Local Car Park and the Sigiriya Museum Car Park.
Bike
Bicycles can be rented locally to travel between accommodations and the museum complex.
Car
Driving from Colombo involves taking the A01 (Kandy Road) to Ambepussa and then the A06 towards Kurunegala. Parking is available at the Sigiriya Local Car Park and the Sigiriya Museum Car Park.
Train
Take a train to Habarana station from Colombo Fort Station, then take a taxi or tuk-tuk to the museum.
Walking
Walking is feasible within Sigiriya, particularly from the bus stop or accommodations to the museum entrance.
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
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