Temple of The Sacred Tooth Relic Entrance Ticket with Guide
Description
Step inside the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy — one of Buddhism's most revered UNESCO World Heritage sites — with your entrance ticket and English-speaking guide already arranged. Skip the queue at the ticket counter and move straight into the gilded, intricately decorated shrine rooms that house the sacred tooth relic of the Buddha. Your guide walks you through the history of the 17th-century temple complex, explaining the rituals, architecture, and royal legacy that surround it. The tour lasts one hour and is open to visitors aged five and above. Entrance ticket and English-speaking guide are included; transport to and from the temple, food, drinks, gratuities, and personal expenses are not. This is a group-format visit organised by Lakpura, conducted in English.
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Itinerary
Visit the Temple of the Tooth Relic a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was built in the 16th century as the place of veneration and protection for Lord Buddha’s sacred tooth.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A Viator/TripAdvisor booking confirmation sent at the time of confirmation is not the official ticket.
- Viator/TripAdvisor voucher needs to be exchanged at starting point with our staff.
Reviews(24)
We toured the Temple - at the magic hour for the nightime ritual. thank goodness we had our tour guide, the site is incredibly complex and our guide did a great job navigating. We would not have enjoyed just simply touring alone - thank you!
Amazing experience— guide was so kind and knowledgeable with perfect English - knew exactly when and where to guide us to get the best experience and avoid the crowds! Great communication with organizer and organization! Highly recommend 🫶
(J36342U63) Thank you for your wonderful review! 🌟 We’re so glad you had a great experience and valued our guide’s knowledge and organization. Your recommendation truly means a lot to us!
Visiting the Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic was one of the most special moments of our trip. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and knew exactly what to see and the best timing to experience the morning puja, which made a huge difference. The ceremony itself was deeply moving, with chanting, drumming and offerings creating a powerful spiritual atmosphere. A beautiful, well-organised and unforgettable experience — highly recommended.
The temple complex is beautifully designed, combining Kandyan-style architecture with intricate wood carvings, stonework, and golden decorations. The inner sanctum where the tooth is kept is very ornate, but photography is not allowed inside. The temple has a peaceful courtyard, bell towers, and a pond, giving a serene feeling even amidst crowds.
Unfortunately we got caught up in traffic getting to the temple but our guide had waited for us. This was on a Saturday, not sure if it’s busier but you need plenty of time to get into city and park. The temple itself was busy but everyone was able to get round. The guide was very friendly and informative of the temple and it’s history. Could have stayed a bit longer as it was very peaceful but understand that there has to be a time limit on the tour.
(J35460U03) Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
An amazing experience with our guide Sampath who helped us navigate the crowds and imparted all his knowledge to us. The temple is beautiful and the 9.30 ceremony worth getting up early for.
(J35144U03) Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted to hear that Sampath made your visit so memorable and helped you fully enjoy the temple and the 9:30 ceremony. We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. We hope to welcome you again for more unforgettable experiences.
The Temple of the Tooth Relic is stunning and filled with history. The temple itself is beautiful, and our guide’s knowledge really enhanced the visit, helping us navigate the crowds and understand the significance. We attended the 6 pm ceremony, which was atmospheric but very busy. One downside was that we had to wait inside the temple for quite a while while the guide went to collect another couple who were late, which interrupted the tour. Also, it’s worth noting that it’s much cheaper to buy the tickets directly rather than through a tour. Overall, a must-see in Sri Lanka, but plan ahead for crowds and consider arranging tickets yourself.
(J34501U03) Thank you so much for taking your time to share an insightful review of your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback is a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. I hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka
Booked through Viator, prior to our trip. We ended up at the organization Lakpura. The visit could not go better. The guide Sampath was waiting for us at the entrance for the agreed time. We got a detailed explanation of the most important things, were on time at the ceremony and were the first at the doors that opened at a certain moment. That way we would have seen everything in no time, while other people stood in a (long) line. Great organizers, great guide. Highly recommended!
(J34394U03) Thank you so much for taking your time to share an insightful review of your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback is a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. I hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka
Tour was great and Sampath our tour guide was excellent. We were updated by Lakpura (tour co.) who our driver, guide and times would be. Another excellent and smooth running tour with lovely drivers and guides by Lakpura. Highly recommend!
J33768U03 Thank you so much for taking the time to review your experience and our service. We are thrilled to hear the lasting impression the experience has left on you, Your wonderful comments and positive feedback are a great incentive for us to further ensure and enhance our level of service for the future as well. We hope to have you again here in Sri Lanka.
We could not make the visit as the guide asked for cancellation due a too big attendance, despite our confirmed tickets, paid in advance. I am waiting for the reimbursment
