The Sigiriya Lion’s Rock site is open daily to visitors. Here are the details of the Sigiriya Lions Rock Opening Hours:

  • Opening Time: 7:00 AM
  • Closing Time: 5:30 PM
  • Last Entry: 5:00 PM

It’s best to start your visit early in the morning to avoid the heat, as the climb to the top of the rock can be physically demanding. The cooler hours of the day also offer a more comfortable experience for exploring the site.

More Details – Sigiriya Lion’s Rock


You will be redirected to the Government Central Cultural Fund website for payment processing when purchasing your tickets online. If you have any questions about online ticket purchases, please contact 

Central Cultural Fund Office at  +94112507089 or +94112508960 
See Terms & Conditions at CCF website 


SIGIRIYA ROCK ENTRANCE TICKET PRICES

The entrance fee includes access to the Sigiriya Rock Fortress, including its gardens, frescoes, the Mirror Wall, and the climb to the summit to see the palace ruins.

Sigiriya Lion Rock Adult & Children Ticket  Age Categories

Adult – 12 years and above 12 years,
Children – 6 years and between 6 to 12 years
Toddler – below 6 years

SIGIRIYA TICKET PRICE – FOREIGN TOURIST

Non-SAARC Foreign AdultUS$35
Non-SAARC Foreign ChildrenUS$20
SAARC Foreign AdultUS$20
SAARC Foreign ChildrenUS$20
All Infant & Toddler (Below 6 years) Free entry

SIGIRIYA TICKET PRICE – LOCAL TOURIST

Local adultsLKR 120
Local childrenLKR 60


You will be redirected to the Government Central Cultural Fund website for payment processing when purchasing your tickets online. If you have any questions about online ticket purchases, please contact 

Central Cultural Fund Office at  +94112507089 or +94112508960 
See Terms & Conditions at CCF website 

Sigiriya Lions Rock Opening Hours:

  • Sigiriya is open daily from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with the last entrance allowed at 5:00 PM.

It’s advisable to visit early in the morning to avoid the midday heat, as the climb can be challenging.
Sigiriya Lions Rock Entrance Fee.


Day Tour Price to Sigiriya

  • Day Tour & Transport Cost for Sigiriya:
    From Colombo Start from 95 USD PP (Pax 1 to 8)
    From Sigiriya Start from 60USD PP (Pax 1 to 8)
    Private tour in an A/C car or van with an English speaking chauffeur-guide

    Vehicle Options:
    Car (up to 2 persons): Toyota Axio, Prius Hybrid, Premio/Honda Fit Shuttle or similar
    Van (3 to 8 persons): Toyota KDH/Nissan Caravan or similar
  • Included – Entrance Tickets, Refreshment, Transport
  • Entrance ticket fee for Sigiriya Lion’s Rock – Ticket price for each place US$ 35 / EUR 31 / GBP 26) per foreign adult and US$ 17 / EUR 16 / GBP 13 ticket price per foreign child of age 05 – 12 years are applicable.