List of Museums in Sri Lanka
Explore the rich cultural heritage of Sri Lanka through its diverse museums. From ancient artifacts to contemporary art, these institutions offer a glimpse into the island's history and traditions.
This list features 33 museums and galleries located across Sri Lanka, showcasing the country's rich cultural, historical, and artistic heritage. It includes institutions dedicated to archaeology, art, history, and specialized themes, providing insight into Sri Lanka's diverse legacy.
| # | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ambalangoda Mask Museum |
| 3 | Anuradhapura Museum |
| 4 | Archaeological Museum, Vavuniya |
| 5 | Batticaloa Museum |
| 7 | Buduruwagala Museum |
| 8 | Colombo Dutch Museum |
| 9 | Colombo National Art Gallery |
| 10 | Colombo Port Maritime Museum |
| 11 | Currency museum |
| 12 | Folk Museum |
| 13 | Hatthikuchchi Museum |
| 14 | Highway Museum complex |
| 15 | Independence Memorial Museum |
| 16 | International Buddhist Museum |
| 17 | Isurumuniya Museum |
| 18 | Jaffna Archaeological Museum |
| 19 | Kasagala Museum |
| 20 | Kotte Museum |
| 21 | Maritime and Naval History Museum |
| 22 | Mihintale Museum |
| 23 | Mulkirigala Museum |
| 24 | National Maritime Museum |
| 25 | National Museum of Galle |
| 26 | National Museum of Ratnapura |
| 27 | Panduwasnuwara Museum |
| 28 | Postal museum, Colombo |
| 29 | Sri Lanka Air Force Museum |
| 30 | Sri Lanka Cricket Museum |
| 32 | Temple of the Tooth Museum |
| 33 | Walisinghe Harischandra Museum |
| 34 | National Museum of Colombo |
| 35 | Sri Lanka National Museum |
| 36 | Galle National Museum |
| 37 | Museum of Traditional Sri Lankan Medicine |
This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 13, 2026.
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