in Sri Lanka

Galle

A beautifully preserved Dutch fort town on the south coast, its ramparts lined with boutique cafes and sweeping ocean views.

Notable spots

Galle Fort
History
UNESCO-listed 17th-century fortress built by the Dutch.
Galle Lighthouse
Landmark
Photogenic white lighthouse on the fort's seaward tip.
Dutch Reformed Church
History
Unawatuna Beach
Beach

Galle weather & best time to visit

14-day forecast →

Best months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug and Sep

Jan28°26°Feb29°26°Mar29°27°Apr29°28°May29°28°Jun28°27°Jul28°27°Aug28°27°Sep28°27°Oct28°27°Nov28°26°Dec28°26°

👕 Galle in Oct: Short sleeves, plus a light layer for air-conditioned interiors; it's wet, so pack a compact umbrella; humid, so quick-dry fabrics help.

Photo: Galle Fort — Rovin Shanila (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia