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Galle Guided Fort Tour with Lighthouse Keeper

Galle, Sri Lankaby Galle: Guided Fort Tour with a lighthouse keeper

  • 1 min
  • Free cancellation
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  • Private tour
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted
  • Guide: English

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Overview

Step back in time through the ancient cobblestone streets of Galle Fort on a journey led by its very own official lighthouse keeper.Discover hidden architectural secrets, centuries of maritime history, and breathtaking coastal views.This authentic walking tour takes you inside the fortress to experience its rich heritage and vibrant fort life through the eyes of a resident expert

What's included

  • Guest can borrow an umbrella
  • Expensive items, knifes, weapons, polyurethane bags, drugs, alcohol

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Galle Dutch Fort

    10 min

    "Walk along the historic ramparts,learn about the colonial architecture and history, explore key bastions,and discover the stories behind the fort's landmark structure with a residential lighthouse keeper "

  2. 2

    Galle Dutch Fort

    10 min

    1) Start at the Galle Lighthouse -Step into the lighthouse keeper's garden for close -up photos, fascinating history, and technical details 2)Falg Rock Bastion -Located at the southern most tip of Galle originally used by the Portuguese and Dutch as a signalling station 3)Dutch Reformed Church -Discover one of the sri lanka's oldest Protestant places of worship, the Dutch Reformed Church in Galle 4) Old Dutch Gate and Harbour -Walk the maritime entryway used during Dutch and British colonial trading eras marked by VOC company logo 5) Old Dutch Hospital -Located on hospital street this 18th century landmark was originally built as a hospital for Dutch officers 6) Moon Star Sun and Vishmark bastions -Explore the northern defense line once used to defend the fort, and admire sweeping Harbour views 7 -The Clock Tower -Standing near the main entrance this histrionic stone Tower was built in 1883 by Dr Peter Daniel Anthonise

Meeting and pickup

Galle lighthouse, Dutch hospital street, Galle fort Sri Lanka

End point

Galle Fort Clock Tower

Good to know

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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