Matara District

Southern Province

A tropical beach with clear turquoise waters, surrounded by dense palm trees and a small island.
A wide sandy beach with clear turquoise water, palm trees, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A sunset over a coastal area with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.
A beach with palm trees, lounge chairs, and a clear view of the ocean.
Tall palm trees, a sandy beach, and the ocean.

Popular cities in Matara District

Matara
Known for Beaches, Sea and Surfing
Experience the seaside, temples, and beaches in Matara!

Reasons to visit

  • Polhena Beach
  • Madiha Beach
Mirissa
Known for Whale watching, Swimming and Surfing
The palm-fringed beach, gentle waves, magnificent sunsets and fresh seafood at this coastal town evoke images of a tropical paradise.

Reasons to visit

  • Secret Beach
Dikwella
Venture to sights like Dickwella Beach and Hiriketiya Beach as you discover Dikwella.

Reasons to visit

  • Hiriketiya Beach
Weligama
Known for Beaches, Surfing and Swimming
Relax on the sandy beach and experience the laid-back charm of this fishing town, which is a good base for touring Sri Lanka’s glorious southern coastline.
Thalaramba
Check out Mirissa Beach and Mirissa Fisheries Harbor—just a couple of the sights around Thalaramba.
Batigama
Venture to sights like Dickwella Beach as you discover the local area in Batigama.

Stay near popular Matara District attractions