Book a Hotel near Guruge Nature Park, Ja-Ela

Your children will shout and laugh with excitement at Guruge Nature Park, a great place to just let loose and have fun.

If you'd like to go there, you'll need to head to Gampaha District, 17 miles (27 kilometers) from the nation's capital, Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.

If you don't plan to waste a good deal of time commuting, check out the Blue Gum Hotel, just 2 miles (3 kilometers) away from Guruge Nature Park.

If it is necessary to stay at a budget establishment, then the Hangover Hostels Seeduwa, roughly 6 miles (10 kilometers) away, should be a good fit.

Some think that the best things in life are free. That is open for debate, as the upmarket establishments available here will no doubt create some lasting memories. To avoid being disappointed, it might be wise to book prior to arrival. Try the Ramada Katunayake and The Wallawwa.

Cafe ambience and culture changes so much around the world. Order a hot drink from Sugar Frost, just a quick walk from Guruge Nature Park, and celebrate the differences! If it's a slightly bigger meal that you're after, try Nilwala Restaurant Guruge Park, a nearby establishment that's frequented by locals and out-of-towners alike. Keep walking and spend the last few hours of your day trying out the wine, beer and whatever else entices you at Dillan Wine Stores.

Other Things to Do Near Guruge Nature Park

• You should go to Muthurajawela Visitor Centre to view the information displays. Grab valuable brochures and maps that may help you make the most of your vacation.
• Take a relaxing walk through Henerathgoda Botanical Garden and marvel at the variety of trees, plants and flowers. Young and old travelers alike will no doubt learn something they didn't already know about their favorite species.
• Admiring the architecture of Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara and learning about the landmark's history is a popular excursion.
• Appreciate the sheer size of St Lucia’s Cathedral.
• Discover more about the local culture and religion and perhaps even recite your own prayer at Sri Ponnambalam Vanesar Kovil.

If you want a convenient way to visit Guruge Nature Park, all you need to do is take the metro to Kapuwatta Railway Station, 0.5 miles (0.8 kilometers) away.