Galle District, Southern Province
Things to do in Unawatuna
24 well-reviewed sights and 21 bookable local experiences - all rated 4.0+ on Google.
- Sights & attractions
- 24
- Bookable experiences
- 21
- Average rating
- 4.7 / 5
What Unawatuna does best
Every well-reviewed thing to do in Unawatuna in one place: 24 sights and attractions plus 21 bookable local experiences - attractions (12), spas & wellness (7) and temples & sacred sites (7) - each holding a 4.0+ Google rating from real visitors.
Some local experiences are small, family-run outfits: 13 of the 21 shown here have no website at all, so phone numbers and Facebook pages are often the simplest way to check current availability.
The shortlist
Top-rated things to do in Unawatuna
Ranked by Google rating weighted by review volume across sights and local experiences.
| # | Name | Type | Google rating | Registered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Unawatuna | Beach | 4.5(2409) | - |
| 2 | Jungle Beach | Beach | 4.2(2918) | - |
| 3 | DIVINGURU Unawatuna, PADI 5 STAR IDC DIVE RESORT, S-36133 | Diving centre | 4.9(565) | - |
| 4 | Aloha Sun Surf Unawatuna, Galle , Sri Lanka | Surf school | 4.9(508) | - |
| 5 | Sea Horse Divers PADI Resort Unawatuna | Diving centre | 4.9(429) | - |
| 6 | Sun Diving Center - PADI 5-Star Dive Resort Sri lanka | Diving centre | 4.8(364) | - |
| 7 | Submarine Diving | PADI 5 Star Diving Resort | Diving centre | 4.8(337) | - |
| 8 | Natural Pool Beach Thalpe | Attraction | 4.4(515) | - |
| 9 | Divers Land Dive Club Unawatuna | Diving centre | 4.9(269) | - |
| 10 | Dalawella Beach | Beach | 4.1(704) | - |
Attractions in Unawatuna
Spas & wellness in Unawatuna
Spa & wellness
Home visit Myofascial massage therapist (( KYUSHO JITSU & KAPPO JITSU MASSAGE METHOD ))
251 Matara Rd, Unawatuna, 80600
Spa & wellness
Heaven Route wellness
119A Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna, 80600
Spa & wellness
Sea View Spa by Kahuna Hotel
55, 1 Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna
Spa & wellness
Unawatuna Ayur House of Ceylon Medicine
Ayur House of Ceylon Medicine, Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna
Spa & wellness
Free mind spa & wellness
156/4 Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna
Spa & wellness
Ceylon Folk Culture
170 Matara Rd, Unawatuna
Temples & sacred sites in Unawatuna
Temple & sacred site
Ganeshan kovil - ගණදෙවි කෝවිල
Temple & sacred site
Mihiripanna Ariyakara Viharaya
Temple & sacred site
Pagoda
Historical Temple of Walle Dewalaya, Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna
Temple & sacred site
Sri Viwekaramaya
268R+542, Unawatuna
Temple & sacred site
Sri Sudarmarama Ancient Temple - ශ්රී සුදර්මාරාමය පුරාණ විහාරය
26QP+CPW, Galle
Temple & sacred site
Sri Bodhiraja Viharaya
26CX+WQ8, Unawatuna
Diving centres in Unawatuna
Diving centre
Sri Lanka Divers Unawatuna
Yaddehimulla Rd, Unawatuna, 80600
Diving centre
DIVINGURU Unawatuna, PADI 5 STAR IDC DIVE RESORT, S-36133
294 Matara Rd, Unawatuna, 80600
Diving centre
Sea Horse Divers PADI Resort Unawatuna
Parangiya waththe pillagoda, Unawatuna, 80600
Diving centre
Divers Land Dive Club Unawatuna
No 15 Peellagoda, Unawatuna, 80600
Diving centre
Sun Diving Center - PADI 5-Star Dive Resort Sri lanka
Thilak Restaurent, Devala Road, yakdehimulla, Unawatuna, 80600
Diving centre
Submarine Diving | PADI 5 Star Diving Resort
Unawatuna Beach, Unawatuna
Surf schools in Unawatuna
Surf school
Salty surf Unawatuna
Peellagoda, Unawatuna, 80600
Surf school
Kawa Dive and Surf
Surf school
Kai Wave Surf School Sri Lanka
221/A,Danwala,Yaddehimulla, Unawatuna, 80280
Surf school
Surf and dive with kavi
A2 436, Unawatuna, 80000
Surf school
Aloha Sun Surf Unawatuna, Galle , Sri Lanka
566 Matara Rd, Galle, 80000
Museums & galleries in Unawatuna
Good to know
Unawatuna planning questions
How many things to do are there in Unawatuna?
This guide lists 45 well-reviewed things to do in Unawatuna: 24 attractions and sights, plus 21 bookable local experiences (spas & wellness (7), diving centres (6) and surf schools (5)). Everything shown holds a Google rating of 4.0 or higher.
What are the top attractions in Unawatuna?
By review volume, the standouts are Jungle Beach (4.2), Unawatuna (4.5), Dalawella Beach (4.1). Each one links to a detail page with location and visiting information.
Are there free things to do in Unawatuna?
Yes - 11 of the sights are natural or cultural spots (beaches, waterfalls, viewpoints and temples) that cost nothing or only a small donation to visit. Temples may ask a modest camera fee; dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered.
Should I book Unawatuna activities in advance?
For safaris, whale watching and popular classes, yes - especially in high season. Smaller local experiences can change schedules quickly, so it is worth checking current availability a day or two ahead.
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