Sinhala
සිංහල
- LK
සමාවෙන්න, වැසිකිළිය කොහෙද?
English is widely understood, and Toilet appears on most signs alongside the Sinhala.
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Need a toilet in Colombo?
Find a toilet in Colombo and know what to expect: signs to look for, how to ask and tips on fees and access.
- Country
- Sri Lanka
- Local time zone
- Asia/Colombo
- Local currency
- LKR
What the door says in Sri Lanka
- Toilet
- වැසිකිළි
Local practice in Sri Lanka
- Local councils can charge for public toilets: Tissamaharama publishes tariffs for facilities including Kirinda and Pannegamuwa. Check the current entrance price.
- Toilet use and bathing are separate services in the council’s tariff. Ask which charge applies rather than assuming a bathroom price covers both.
These notes describe general local practice. Fees, hours and entry rules vary by venue; check the listing and any signs when you arrive.
How to ask
Take Phoo with you around Colombo.
Find nearby toilets on the map. Check available opening hours, fees and access details, then choose a stop that works for you.
48 toilet listings in Colombo
- 6 free to use
- 1 confirmed step-free
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Questions about Phoo
Do public toilets in Colombo cost money?
Local councils can charge for public toilets: Tissamaharama publishes tariffs for facilities including Kirinda and Pannegamuwa. Check the current entrance price. These notes describe general local practice. Fees, hours and entry rules vary by venue; check the listing and any signs when you arrive.
How do you ask where the toilet is in Colombo?
සමාවෙන්න, වැසිකිළිය කොහෙද? — sa-maa-VEN-na, va-si-KI-li-ya KO-heh-da. On the door: වැසිකිළි · Toilet · පිරිමි / ගැහැණු.
Does Phoo work in Colombo?
Find a toilet in Colombo and know what to expect: signs to look for, how to ask and tips on fees and access.
How many toilets does Phoo list in Colombo?
Phoo currently lists 48 toilets in Colombo. 6 are free to use. 1 is confirmed step-free. A typical paid entry costs LKR 20.00.