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Slave Island in Colombo

Things to Do in Slave Island, Colombo

Beira Lake and its esplanade provide a recreational spot in Slave Island, while Company Roads features hotels, shopping centers, and street food stalls reflecting the area's multicultural heritage. The neighborhood is known for its Malay influence.

Beira Lake and its esplanade provide a recreational spot in Slave Island, while Company Roads features hotels, shopping centers, and street food stalls reflecting the area's multicultural heritage. The neighborhood is known for its Malay influence.

  • Galle Face GreenGalle Face GreenCity Park
  • One Galle Face MallOne Galle Face MallShopping Mall
  • Shang PalaceShang PalaceChinese
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By TripSapien · Updated September 29, 2026

Top things to do in Slave Island

  • Galle Face Green in Slave Island, Colombo

    Galle Face Green

    ★ 4.5 · 17.2k
    City Park★

    Food stalls dot this popular waterfront destination with a long walkway, sandy beach & scenic views.

    Every day
    12 AM – 12 AM
  • One Galle Face Mall in Slave Island, Colombo

    One Galle Face Mall

    ★ 4.6 · 26.8k
    Shopping Mall

    Sprawling, modern shopping complex with 7 levels of upscale retailers, restaurants & a cinema.

    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
  • Artisan Diletto OGF in Slave Island, Colombo

    Artisan Diletto OGF

    ★ 4.4 · 105
    Chocolate Shop
    Every day
    10 AM – 10 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Slave Island

  • Shang Palace in Slave Island, Colombo

    Shang Palace

    ★ 4.7 · 756
    Chinese· Rs 10,000+

    A Chinese restaurant located in the Shangri-La Hotel, it offers a menu with signature dishes, dim sum, roast duck, and a view of the city and sea.

    Every day
    12 PM – 10:30 PM
    Map ↗
  • Bombay Borough in Slave Island, Colombo

    Bombay Borough

    ★ 4.5 · 1.5k
    Indian· Rs 5,000+

    An Indian restaurant located in Galle Face Mall, known for authentic Indian cuisine, flavorful dishes, and unique presentation.

    Every day
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • Quizine in Slave Island, Colombo

    Quizine

    ★ 4.5 · 575
    Restaurant
    Every day
    7 AM – 10:30 AM, 12 PM – 3 PM, 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM
  • Hangla in Slave Island, Colombo

    Hangla

    ★ 4.4 · 715
    Restaurant
    Every day
    11 AM – 2 AM
  • Staten Bar & Grill in Slave Island, Colombo

    Staten Bar & Grill

    ★ 4.6 · 100
    Bar & Grill· Rs 10,000+
    Every day
    6:30 PM – 11 PM

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Map of Slave Island with pinned top attractions (1 through 8)
  1. 1Galle Face Green
  2. 2One Galle Face Mall
  3. 3Shang Palace
  4. 4Bombay Borough
  5. 5Quizine
  6. 6Artisan Diletto OGF
  7. 7Hangla
  8. 8Staten Bar & Grill

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