Effective 25 June 2026, the Central Cultural Fund (CCF) of Sri Lanka has revised the entrance ticket prices for all archaeological sites of the island managed under its authority. The revision reflects updated foreign exchange rates and applies to both Full Tickets and Half Tickets, with rates published in US Dollars (USD) and Sri Lankan Rupees (LKR), inclusive of 18% VAT.
This guide — prepared by the Sri Lanka travel experts at Rediscover Journeys — gives you the complete, updated pricing table for 2026, along with practical information on how these tickets work, what's included, and how to build cultural sites into a bespoke Sri Lanka travel itinerary.
If you're planning a Cultural Triangle tour in 2026, this is the essential pricing reference.
Quick Answer: What Are the New Sri Lanka Cultural Site Ticket Prices for 2026?
Effective 25 June 2026, the new Central Cultural Fund ticket prices (in USD, including 18% VAT) are:
| Site | Full Ticket (USD) | Half Ticket (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sigiriya (Rock Fortress) | $35.00 | $20.00 |
| Polonnaruwa | $30.00 | $15.00 |
| Anuradhapura | $30.00 | $15.00 |
| Trincomalee | $12.00 | $6.00 |
| Buduruwagala Boat | $12.00 | Free |
| Galle (Museum) | $6.00 | $3.00 |
| Katharagama (Museum) | $6.00 | $3.00 |
| Sigiriya (Museum) | $6.00 | $3.00 |
| Dambulla (Museum) | $3.00 | — |
| Ritigala | $6.00 | $3.00 |
| Namal Uyana | $6.00 | $3.00 |
| Jaffna | $5.00 | $2.50 |
| Kandy (Medawasala) | $1.50 | $1.50 |
| Ramba Viharaya | $3.00 | $1.50 |
| Buduruwagala | $3.00 | $1.50 |
| Ibbankatuwa | $3.00 | $1.50 |
| Lahugala (Ampara) | $3.00 | $1.50 |
| Rathugala | $3.00 | $1.50 |
| Galle Shipwreck Diving — Galle Harbour | $89.00 | — |
| Galle Shipwreck Diving — Galle Harbour (Deep) | $60.00 | — |
| Galle Shipwreck Diving — Around Galle Fort | $48.00 | — |
| Reef Diving — Nature Tours | $59.00 | — |
Galle Shipwreck Diving & Reef Diving Tours have special rates that apply separately — see the full table above.
Official Central Cultural Fund Notice (25 June 2026)
The official notice from the Central Cultural Fund states:
"Please be kindly informed that the prices of the tickets for Archaeological sites of the Island, managed by the Central Cultural Fund have been revised according to the prevailing exchange rates. Revised ticket prices are appended below. Effective date for the new prices is 25.06.2026."
Issued by:
Dr. Nilan Cooray
Director General
For Director General — Central Cultural Fund
