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

A beach with waves, rocks, and a sunset sky.
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
A beach with palm trees, a building with a red roof, and boats on the shore.
Dikwella
Check out the local area in Dikwella—home to attractions like Dickwella Beach and Hiriketiya Beach.

Reasons to visit

  • Hiriketiya Beach
A beach with palm trees and a rocky shoreline.
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.
A beach with a sandy shore, gentle waves, and a hill with vegetation.
Talalla
Known for Beaches, Dining and Yoga
Experience relaxing Talalla: its beaches, surfing, gardens and more!
A beach with clear turquoise waters, a sandy shore, and palm trees.
Matara
Known for Beaches, Sea and Surfing
Experience the seaside, temples and beaches in Matara!
A beach with palm trees and ocean waves at sunset.
Thalaramba
Head to Mirissa Beach and Madiha Beach—just two of the sights around Thalaramba.

Stay near popular Matara District attractions