Jaffna Fort
A star-shaped Dutch-era fort on the Jaffna lagoon, with ramparts to walk at sunset.
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Casuarina Beach
A calm, shallow beach lined with casuarina trees on Karainagar island, a short drive from Jaffna.
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Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil
Jaffna’s grandest Hindu temple, with a golden gopuram, daily pujas and a huge annual festival.
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Our 3 favourite things to do in Jaffna
We have marked 3 things to do in Jaffna, each picked by locals rather than ranked by an algorithm. You will find them around Jaffna town, Karainagar and Nallur.
Start with Jaffna Fort, Casuarina Beach and Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil, then use the filters to narrow it down by price.
Good to know
- Go early in the morning for cooler weather and fewer people.
- Sri Lankan citizens pay a much lower local rate at most sites; bring your NIC.
- Cover shoulders and knees, and remove shoes and hats, at temples.
Good to know
What are the best things to do in Jaffna?
Our current picks include Jaffna Fort, Casuarina Beach and Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. See all 3 on this page, picked by locals.
Are there budget things to do in Jaffna?
Yes. Good-value options include Jaffna Fort, Casuarina Beach and Nallur Kandaswamy Kovil. Use the price filter on this page to see them all.
How do you choose the things to do you list in Jaffna?
Every place is chosen by our team for its location, value and character. Paid placements are always labelled “Premier choice”; “Team’s pick” is never paid for.