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title: "Colombo National Zoological Gardens"
description: "Sri Lanka's national zoo, a long-standing family attraction on the edge of Colombo with an aquarium and butterfly park."
region: "Western"
best_time: "Year-round"
url: "https://www.welcomesrilanka.com/destinations/dehiwala-zoo"
publisher: "Welcome Sri Lanka"
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# Colombo National Zoological Gardens

> Explore Colombo National Zoological Gardens in Western

Sri Lanka's national zoo, a long-standing family attraction on the edge of Colombo with an aquarium and butterfly park.

- Region: Western
- Type: nature
- Best time to visit: Year-round
- Suggested time: Half Day

Welcome to **Colombo National Zoological Gardens**, a distinctive destination in the Western province of Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka's national zoo, a long-standing family attraction on the edge of Colombo with an aquarium and butterfly park.

Travellers exploring the island add Colombo National Zoological Gardens to their route for its authentic character and the way it rounds out a wider Sri Lanka itinerary. Whether you are drawn by history, nature, or spirituality, Colombo National Zoological Gardens rewards visitors who take the time to look beyond the island's best-known landmarks.

The best time to visit is generally any time of year, though conditions are most comfortable outside the heaviest monsoon showers. Plan a half-day to a full day here depending on how the site fits into your onward journey.

- Wildlife Park
- Aquarium
- Butterfly Park
- Family Attraction

Colombo National Zoological Gardens is best combined with nearby attractions in the Western region, so check the map before you go and pair it with other stops along your route.

## Highlights

- Wildlife Park
- Aquarium
- Butterfly Park
- Family Attraction

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