Galle
Sri Lanka
A fort town on Sri Lanka's south coast, begun by the Portuguese and rebuilt by the Dutch in the 17th century, with cafés and boutique hotels inside its ramparts. Beaches and whale watching at Mirissa are close by.
Best time to visit Galle
The best time to visit Galle is December to March.
Quick facts
- Trip type
- Culture
- Region
- Asia
- Budget
- $$ (moderately priced)
- Time zone
- Asia/Colombo (UTC+5:30 in January)
- Coordinates
- 6°02′N 80°13′E
Facts last checked 2 Oct 2026. Sources: en.wikipedia.org.
Known for
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When is the best time to visit Galle?
The best time to visit Galle is December to March.
How expensive is Galle?
Galle is moderately priced: $$ on JourneyBay's four-level budget scale, from $ (budget-friendly) to $$$$ (expensive).
What is Galle known for?
Galle is known for Dutch fort, south-coast beaches and whale watching. A fort town on Sri Lanka's south coast, begun by the Portuguese and rebuilt by the Dutch in the 17th century, with cafés and boutique hotels inside its ramparts. Beaches and whale watching at Mirissa are close by.
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