All of Galle Fort's shops emulate the wealth of history embedded within its majestic walls and it is world-famous for its jewellery and amazing gem cutters. As you spend time looking closely at these exquisite pieces you will begin to understand why Sri Lanka was first named, Serendib - island of jewels. From that came the word serendipity - the art of making joyous discoveries and nowhere is this truer than in a shopping spree in the backstreets of Galle Fort. .

Barefoot 
41, Pedlar Street
Fort Galle
Galle
Ph: +94 (0) 912226299
Fabrics, handicrafts, art, soft toys

The Beach Shop
Wijaya Beach,
Dalawalla,
Thalpe
Ph: +94 (0) 777 547 957
A funky little beach shop filled with all sorts

Elephant Walk
36 Church St
Fort Galle
Ph: +94 91 2248031
Gifts, home wares, sarongs, saris

Exotic Roots La Boutique
32 Church Street,
Galle Fort.
Ph: +94 (0) 91 224 5454
Sri Lankan handicrafts

The Fort Gallery
36 Church St
Fort Galle
Ph: +94 91 2248031
Art, books, designer jewellery, clothing

Hammock Maker Sunil
Sunil's strong, durable and brightly patterned hammock designs are a must have in anyone's home or garden. To make an order phone Sunil 0777151570

Historical Mansions Museum
39 Leyn Baan Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 223 4114
A crazy mix of colonial memorabilia and a romantic jewellery collection.

The Collection
13A Pedlar St
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 91 4924586
Designer homewares & gifts

Laksana
30 Hospital St
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 777900170
Jewellery & gems

The Leather Shop
7a Ramparts Street,
Galle Fort
Houses a collection of genuine leather items.

Mangalla
43a Colombo Road,
Kaluwelle,
Galle
Ph: +94 (0) 91 222 2966
Jewellery & gems

Manika At The Fort Gallery
36 Church St,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 224 8031
Superbly designed jewellery.

Millennium Gems
70a Church Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 4381621
Produce commissioned jewellery for both women and men.

Mimi Mango
10 Leyn Baan St
Fort Galle
Ph: +94 77 7513473
Designer clothing & accessories

MM Ibrahim Gems & Jewellery
47 Church St
Fort Galle
Ph: +94 91 2234253
Jewellery & gems

Olanda
30 Leyn Baan Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 223 4398
A variety of hip & groovy clothes and accessories.

Shoba Display Gallery
67a Pedlar Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 2224351
Excellent tailors including ready made items.

The Sun House Gift Shop

18 Upper Dickson Road
Galle
Ph: +94 91 4380275
Collection of clothing, jewellery and unique gifts

Suthuvili
56 Leyn Baan Street
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 224 2935 or +94 (0) 776 255 835
Eclectic Sri Lankan handircrafts, batik, paintings & antiques

Dining
Galle also has a varied selection of fabulous places to dine and have a sunset cocktail:

GALLE FORT

Anuras Restaurant
9 Light House Street,
Galle Fort,
Ph: +94 (0) 776 171 222
The best thin crust light pizzas in Sri Lanka are to be found here. They also have a range of vegetarian food.

Curry Lanka
6 Pedlar Street,
Galle Fort,
This inexpensive curry house is perfect place to sit and enjoy a beer or wine whilst having a delicious curry.

The Fort Printers - VENUE SPONSOR

39 Pedlar Street
Galle Fort, Galle
Tel: +94 912247977
Contemporary cuisine.

Amangalla - VENUE SPONSOR
10 Church Street
Galle Fort, Galle
Ph: +94 91 223 3388
Formal dining. Contemporary cuisine.


Galle Fort Hotel - VENUE SPONSOR
28 Church Street,
Galle Fort, Galle
Ph: +94 91 2232870
Asian & bistro style cuisine. Ideal for lunch, dinner & drinks.

Mamas Roof Cafe

76, Leyn Baan Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 773 206 755
Has a spectacular 360 degree terrace view of the lighthouse, Mosque, Dutch Reformed Church and Galle harbour, making it a perfect setting for a casual brunch or romantic evening meal.

Mrs Khalids Guest House
102 Peddler Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 2234907
Ring to book in advance for the most wonderful authentic curry with this Muslim family. No alcohol allowed.

Pedlars Inn Cafe
92 Pedlar Street
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 773 141 477
Coffee, brownies, sandwiches and fresh juices.

Piligrms Lounge -

31b Rampart Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 224 5454
A great place to lounge around reading books, enjoying their organic teas and food whilst listening to World music.

Rampart Hotel 

31 Rampart Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 438 0103
Serves a full range of seafood dishes and the coldest beer to be found in the fort.

Sea Green Restaurant
19b Rampart Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 91 224 2754
They serve delicious jumbo prawns and mixed seafood and are located in front of Star Bastion.

Serendipity Arts Cafe
100 Pedlar Street,
Galle Fort
Ph: +94 (0) 779 525 602
Houses a gallery and a wonderful menu of Asian and Western food. They cater for take-away customers and undertake delivery as well.

GALLE

Dicks Bar - VENUE SPONSOR

18 Upper Dickson Road,
Galle. Ph: +94 (0) 91 438 0275
Placed in the courtyard of The Sun House. Excellent bar food.

The Fortress Hotel

Galle Rd,
Koggala
Ph: + 94 (0) 91 4380909
A range of international cuisine, authentic Sri Lankan specialties, and hot creations from the wood-fired pizza oven.

The Lady Hill

Upper Dickson Rd,
Galle
Ph: +94 (0) 91 224 4322
The best view in Galle. A great spot for a sunset cocktail, bar snacks or curry dinner.

Jetwing Light House -VENUE SPONSOR 

Dadella
Galle
Ph: +94 91 2224017
A range of dining options, a la carte and buffet. Bar area overlooking ocean.

The Sun House - VENUE SPONSOR
18 Upper Dickson Road
Galle
Ph: +94 91 4380275
Asian fusion Cuisine. Bookings required.

Tamarind Hill

Godakaley Walauwa,
Dadella,
Galle.
Ph. +94 (0) 91 222 6568
Dine in this magnificently restored Walauwa experiencing some of the finest cuisine on the island.

BEYOND GALLE

Aditya - VENUE SPONSOR
719/1 Galle Road,
Rathgama (located at the 105 km post mark)
Ph: 091 2267708.
A Sri Lankan owned modern cool hotel with an interesting menu.

Apa Villa
78 M.S. Matara Road
Thalpe
Tel: +94 91 2283320 or + 94 91 2282372
Excellent beachfront cafe. Ideal for lunch or casual dinner.

Apa Villa Illuketia
Ellukkatiya Watta
Wanchawela, Galle
Ph: +94 91 4381411
Organic cuisine grown on the property. Bookings required.

Kahanda Kanda - VENUE SPONSOR

Pilana (30 mins from Galle).
Ph: +94 (0) 773429555
Set on top of a ridge surrounded by its own 12 acre tea estate offering views over Koggala Lake, KK serves fantastic Thai & Fusion cuisine.

Wijaya Beach
Galle Road
Thalpe
Ph: +94 91 2283610
Casual beach-dining with great seafood, salads & curries. Western.