Also known as a shopping paradise, there are many places for you to splurge in Sri Lanka. With stores ranging from high-end to more affordable pricing, you can get almost anything and everything in Sri Lanka. These are our top 5 higher-end places to shop for both local and international goods in Sri Lanka!
Odel Departmental Store
This famous Sri Lankan retail brand has its own departmental store which is popular among both locals and tourists. The store is home to its own brand and other international brands selling clothes, accessories, shoes, perfumes, books, luggage and souvenirs. With a mix of brands like Nike, Adidas, Mango and some famous local brands, this store located in Alexandra Place is perfect for some last-minute shopping before you head back.
The Odel Departmental Store is open daily from 10 am to 8 pm!
Arcade Independence Store
With international brands to browse through, Arcade Independence Store is another shopping hotspot in Sri Lanka. Located in a colonial building, a highlight of this mall is The T-Lounge by Dilmah, which sells Sri Lanka’s best Ceylon tea. If you are tired of shopping, you can take a break and catch a movie at the theatre or relax in one of the many eateries or lounges.
This store is open from 10 am to 11 pm daily!
Barefoot
If you are looking for gifts for your friends and family back home, we’d recommend you pay Barefoot a visit. Selling slightly pricier souvenirs, you can get everything at this store including handmade artefacts, traditional paintings and handicrafts of excellent quality.
Barefoot is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm and on Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm!
The Dutch Hospital Shopping Precinct
This mall in Galle is popular among tourists as an old hospital building that has since been transformed into a shopping mall. Here, you would be able to find high-end brands such as Cartier on top of the variety of stores selling the best of Ceylon tea and souvenirs. Many tourists enjoy visiting this mall as the many restaurants are ideal for unwinding after a long, tiring day of shopping.
This shopping precinct is open daily from 8.30 am to 11 pm!
Rithihi
This boutique sells exquisite ethnic wear with a focus on vibrant saris from all regions of neighbouring India. These saris are hand-embroidered and most take about 6 months to reach completion. Apart from saris, the boutique also sells kurtas, jackets, pants, shawls and jewellery. You will also be able to purchase organic Sri Lankan products such as soap, body salts, lotions and oils.
Rithihi is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 6 pm and it’s closed on Sundays and public holidays!
