Unawatuna, Sri Lanka

Music & Arts Tour in Unawatuna

Unawatuna's creative pulse is felt in its streets — in the music drifting from open doors, the murals on unexpected walls, and the galleries tucked into neighborhoods that guidebooks overlook. Walking is the only way to find them.

A crescent-shaped bay on Sri Lanka's southern coast with sheltered swimming, coral reefs just offshore, and a laid-back coastal village atmosphere.

Top Music & Arts Tour Spots

•Unawatuna Beach — a sheltered crescent bay with calm turquoise water protected by a coral reef
•Japanese Peace Pagoda — a white stupa on a hilltop promontory with panoramic views of the coastline and jungle
•Jungle Beach — a smaller, more secluded beach reached by a short walk through the forest from the pagoda

Hidden Music & Arts Tour Gems

•Mihiripenna rock temple — a small temple perched on a rock ledge in the forest above town, with sea views from the meditation point
•Sea turtle hatcheries — conservation projects along the coast where baby turtles are raised and released into the sea

Frequently Asked Questions

Where to find live music in Unawatuna?+

roamee's music tour of Unawatuna takes you through the best live music venues, creative neighborhoods, and street art spots — with audio stories about the local arts scene.

What is the street art scene like in Unawatuna?+

roamee curates a walking route through Unawatuna's best street art and mural neighborhoods with narrated stories about the artists and their work.

Is Unawatuna good for music lovers?+

roamee creates a walking tour of Unawatuna's best music venues, creative quarters, and arts spots with audio narration about the local scene.

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