Unawatuna Beach Tourism

Type of destination: Beach

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours

Unawatuna Beach, located in the coastal town of Unawatuna in Galle district, is among the most famous beaches in Sri Lanka, attracting tourists with its beautiful golden sands and turquoise waters. This crescent-shaped beach is enveloped by lush greenery and palm trees, creating a serene tropical ambiance. It is well-loved for its picturesque scenery, relaxed atmosphere, and its suitability for swimming and snorkeling due to the coral reef that protects the beach which also hosts a diverse marine life. Unawatuna also offers a variety of seafood restaurants, beach bars, and cafes along the coastline, providing plenty of options for dining and leisure. Moreover, the beach has a lively vibe, with frequent traditional cultural shows and music performances in the evenings. Its proximity to Galle Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, adds cultural and historical value to visitors’ experience. Tourists can explore the fort and then unwind on the beach, making it a perfect combination of cultural exploration and relaxation.

Top 5 Reviews on Unawatuna Beach

858aileenm

Wrote on 25th Apr, 2024

Disappointed with Unawatuna

Unawatuna beach area could be lovely but we found it to be full of aggressive Russians. The prices are not cheap and we couldn't find a restaurant with decent food. When trying to relax, we are alway..

Bunsen_x

Wrote on 12th Apr, 2024

Just GO to Sri Lanka it's ... well beautiful and the people are lovely

An amazing beach, however I would say that the road that runs along its fridge's is quite busy and whilst we loved it here Weligama and Merissa were more fun... in different ways. I suppose its what y..

annibear

Wrote on 31st Mar, 2024

Long beach

The beach is a long and clean sweep of lovely sand and has many restaurants to eat and drink . The sea is lovely and warm quite wavy at times .

jetlanka

Wrote on 24th Mar, 2024

Golden sands, and clear turquoise waters

Unawatuna Beach in Sri Lanka is renowned for its picturesque scenery, golden sands, and clear turquoise waters. It's a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering a range of activities ..

Akerhage

Wrote on 20th Feb, 2024

Not the best beach for bath

I was really dissapointed by this beach. Coming from Tangalle and Mirissa. I changed hotel and stayed at Dalawella beach instead which was more nice. However this beach was nice at the nights for goin..

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