Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum
A well-laid-out museum with scale models and recovered bronzes that bring the ruined city back to life, a smart first stop before exploring the site.
At a glance
- Entry fee: Covered by the Polonnaruwa ancient city ticket, around USD 25
- Opening hours: 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Time needed: 45 minutes to 1 hour
- Best time: Start of the day
Getting there
Beside the ticket office near Parakrama Samudra in Polonnaruwa town.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to visit Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum?
- Covered by the Polonnaruwa ancient city ticket, around USD 25.
- What are the opening hours at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum?
- 9:00am to 6:00pm.
- How long should I spend at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum?
- Plan for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
- When is the best time to visit Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum?
- Start of the day.
- How do I get to Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum?
- Beside the ticket office near Parakrama Samudra in Polonnaruwa town.