Horton Plains & World’s End
A high, misty plateau with a dramatic cliff edge, World’s End, and Baker’s Falls on a scenic loop walk.
- Upscale
- Experience
Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada)
Sri Lanka’s sacred mountain, climbed overnight by pilgrims of every faith to watch sunrise from the summit.
- Budget
- Experience
Damro Labookellie Tea Centre
A working tea estate on the road into Nuwara Eliya, with free factory tours, tea tasting and views over the plantations.
- Budget
- Experience
Gregory Lake
Nuwara Eliya’s lakeside park, with boat rides, pony rides and walking paths, popular with local families.
- Budget
- Experience
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Our 4 favourite things to do in Nuwara Eliya
We have marked 4 things to do in Nuwara Eliya, each picked by locals rather than ranked by an algorithm. You will find them around Horton Plains, Dalhousie (Nallathanniya), Kandy–Nuwara Eliya Road and Nuwara Eliya town. Prices range from budget to upscale.
Start with Horton Plains & World’s End, Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) and Damro Labookellie Tea Centre, 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 Nuwara Eliya?
Our current picks include Horton Plains & World’s End, Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada) and Damro Labookellie Tea Centre. See all 4 on this page, picked by locals.
Are there budget things to do in Nuwara Eliya?
Yes. Good-value options include Adam’s Peak (Sri Pada), Damro Labookellie Tea Centre and Gregory Lake. Use the price filter on this page to see them all.
How do you choose the things to do you list in Nuwara Eliya?
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.