Pettah Market (also known as "Manning Market") is one of the oldest and most vibrant commercial hubs in Colombo, located in the Colombo 11 district. It spans a maze of narrow streets and alleys, each specializing in different product categories. Textiles & Sarees: Wholesale and retail fabric shops on Keyzer Street and Main Street Electronics & Mobile Accessories: Second Cross Street and Prince Street Spices & Dried Goods: 5th Cross Street is famous for spices, lentils, grains, and Ayurvedic ingredients Gold & Jewelry: Sea Street is Sri Lanka’s prime gold market, lined with dozens of gold shops Footwear & Bags: Central to Bodhiraja Mawatha area Street Food: Try samosas, kottu roti, vadai, and fresh fruit juices along the sidewalks Jami Ul-Alfar Mosque (Red Mosque) – iconic red-and-white striped structure Fort Railway Station Bus terminals and the Port of Colombo Bastian Mawatha Bus Terminal Very crowded, especially during weekdays and festive seasons Bargaining is common, and prices can vary from shop to shop Watch your belongings—pickpocketing can occur in tightly packed areas🛍️ What You’ll Find:
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| Payment Types: | Cash, Credit Card |
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| Mon |
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM |
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| Tue |
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Wed |
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Thu |
09:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Fri |
09:00 AM - 08:00 PM |
| Sat |
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM |
| Sun |
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM |