Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in North Central Province February 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in North Central Province ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit North Central Province Types of activities Where to stay [North Central Province travel guide](https://expedia.ca/North-Central-Province.dx553248635975177551) ![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of the stupas in Anuradhapura ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500596/8e3a62ee-d2c3-4bd9-8613-fbe6185b315e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ancient king bildup ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500596/3660bc97-63ed-42d3-afba-b22211b31e06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Un des plus beaux pays que nous avons visité :) ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055035/dd8f5b00-b33a-4357-8794-894bec641dae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975177551) ## What to do in North Central Province --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in North Central Province ![Jaw dropping ... how they built this almost perfect half sphere one brick at a time? #stupa #Ruwanwelisaya #Anuradhapura #SriLanka](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500596/fe59b2f4-22da-4fde-9793-7c303dcda0f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ruwanwelisaya 4/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura with a trip to Ruwanwelisaya. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Ruwanwelisaya-Anuradhapura.d6121066.Vacation-Attraction) ![Unesco site in Polonnaruwa, ancient city ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034975/5a5c910a-d09c-42cf-9c2f-c4b0352a0be9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Polonnaruwa Vatadage 3/5(1 review) After visiting Polonnaruwa Vatadage, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Vatadage-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914689.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sri Maha Bodhi 4.5/5(2 reviews) Sri Maha Bodhi is just one of the places to see in Anuradhapura, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can seek out the biking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Sri-Maha-Bodhi-Anuradhapura.d6121070.Vacation-Attraction) #### Nuwara Wewa 4/5(1 review) Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Nuwara Wewa. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Nuwara-Wewa-Anuradhapura.d553248621526914649.Vacation-Attraction) #### Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum 5/5(2 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum during your trip to Polonnaruwa. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the biking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Archaeological-Museum-Polonnaruwa.d553248621526914690.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mirisawetiya Stupa Learn about the local history of Anuradhapura with a stop at Mirisawetiya Stupa. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mirisawetiya-Stupa-Anuradhapura.d553248621526914738.Vacation-Attraction) #### Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum 4/5(1 review) You can study the exhibits at Anuradhapura Archaeological Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Anuradhapura. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Archaeological-Museum-Anuradhapura.d553248621526914739.Vacation-Attraction) #### Thuparamaya 4/5(1 review) You can find out about the history of Anuradhapura when you stop by Thuparamaya. You can seek out the biking trails while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Thuparamaya-Anuradhapura.d6121072.Vacation-Attraction) #### Thambuttegama Hospital Though Thambuttegama Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Thambuttegama while you are here. [](https://expedia.ca/Thambuttegama-Hospital-Thambuttegama.d553248621568464519.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of North Central Province ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kaduruwela While there might not be top attractions in Kaduruwela, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Polonnaruwa Archaeological Museum and Gal Pota. [](https://expedia.ca/Polonnaruwa-Kaduruwela.dx691013993263546368) ![As we walked 12km along the roads of Anuradhapura, we felt too tired. Fortunately, this poor looking shop was there. Though the appearance is so, Orange juice made by this lady is delicious. It completely reduced our thirst and tiresome nature. People in these poor villages prefer to do these kind of shops in order to earn something more. Their principal way of earning is agriculture. But it's really difficult to overcome the battle of living as they don't have enough money even to buy primary necessities. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500596/e9d41922-2d63-42f5-8abe-73d96b2c0326.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wijayapura While Wijayapura might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Nuwara Wewa and Isurumuniya Vihara. [](https://expedia.ca/Anuradhapura-Wijayapura.dx553248635976398683) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from North Central Province ![Sigiriya](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053996/c3fa44a2-391d-4ac7-a389-015e73bc1be1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sigiriya ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app