Plan Your Visit
Open Daily
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Foreign Adult
$3.50 (~LKR 1000)
Best Time
7-9 AM or 4-6 PM
Entry Tickets
- Foreign Adult$3.50 / LKR 1000
- Foreign Child$2 / LKR 500
- LocalsFree Entry
- Water BottleFree (with ticket)
Cash Preferred. ATMs available in Maho town (5km away). Credit cards accepted at main gate subject to connectivity.
Dress Code
Yapahuwa is a living sacred site. Please dress modestly to respect the culture and resident monks.
Shoulders Covered
Knees Covered
Remove Hats/Shoes at Shrine
Climb Prep
Grippy Shoes
Uneven ancient stone steps.
Sun Protection
Exposed summit; bring hat/screen.
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Water
1L per person recommended.
Getting Here
The Cultural Triangle Route
Yapahuwa is the perfect mid-day adventure between ancient capitals. Located just 5km from Maho Junction.
From Anuradhapura
90 min
A28 → B35 via Maho
From Sigiriya
75 min
Dambulla → Galewela → Maho
Perfect stop
Lunch + climb
Arrive 10:30–12:30; continue before dusk
Visitor guide