Sri Lanka's markets are best known by day, with an evening street-food scene on Colombo's seafront.
Colombo
- Pettah Market: the sprawling bazaar district.
- Pettah Floating Market: pontoon stalls on Beira Lake.
- Galle Face Green Evening Stalls: isso wade and kottu at sunset.
Kandy and Negombo
- Kandy Central Market: spices, produce and tea.
- Negombo Fish Market: go early for the catch.
Practical tips
- Hours for several markets were not confirmed; check before you go.
- Many Pettah shops close on Sundays.
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