What else is on show?

Material from the 2014 World Twenty20 title, signed bats, shirts, photographs and a Hall of Fame.

What is near Sri Lanka Cricket Museum?

Explore the area on this page lists 5 places around Sri Lanka Cricket Museum, with the distance to each.

Where can I stay near Sri Lanka Cricket Museum?

The closest hotel listed on bookingMentor is Galle Face Hotel, 3 km away.

Where can I eat near Sri Lanka Cricket Museum?

Upali's by Nawaloka is the closest restaurant listed on bookingMentor, 930 m away. Others are within 3 km.

Is it open every day?

Opening days are limited, so check before you go.

When is the best time to visit Colombo?

The best time to visit Colombo is Dec to Mar. Driest months on the west coast.

Which airport is closest to Sri Lanka Cricket Museum?

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the airport for Sri Lanka Cricket Museum, about 31 km away in a straight line.

Sri Lanka Cricket Museum

Q: What building is it in?

The old Asian Cricket Council building.

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35 Maitland Place, Colombo 7, Sri Lanka

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The Sri Lanka Cricket Museum at 35 Maitland Place, Colombo 7, opened on 20 February 2019 and displays the 1996 World Cup trophy, material from the 2014 World Twenty20 title, signed bats, shirts and photographs from the country's cricket history. Entry is ticketed. Cricket fans will enjoy it most, and a visit takes about 45 minutes.

The Sri Lanka Cricket Museum at 35 Maitland Place, Colombo 7, displays memorabilia from Sri Lanka's cricket history, including material from the 1996 World Cup win and the 2014 World Twenty20 title, along with signed bats, shirts and photographs. It suits cricket fans more than casual visitors.

Opened in 2019 in the old Asian Cricket Council building

Sri Lanka Cricket opened it on 20 February 2019 in the old Asian Cricket Council building beside its headquarters, after the council moved to Dubai. Sports minister Harin Fernando opened it, with captain Lasith Malinga at the ceremony.

The 1996 World Cup trophy and the Hall of Fame

Sections cover the pre-Test era and the country's Test, ODI and T20I history, with special corners for the 1996 World Cup and the 2014 T20 World Cup. The 1996 World Cup trophy is on display, with a Hall of Fame plaque listing great Test players and captains. Captain Dasun Shanaka placed the 2022 Asia Cup in the museum, where it shares a cabinet with the cups won in 1986, 1997, 2004, 2008 and 2014.

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Key information

🏏Opened: 20 February 2019

🏆Highlight: 1996 World Cup trophy

🎟️Entry: Small fee

📅Note: Limited opening days

🕐Time Zone: Sri Lanka Standard Time (UTC+5:30)

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Independence Memorial Hall 250 m

National Museum of Colombo 1.1 km

Viharamahadevi Park 1.4 km

Gangaramaya Temple 2 km

Beira Lake and Seema Malaka 2 km

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Experiences

1996 World Cup trophy
2014 World Twenty20 memorabilia
Hall of Fame
Signed bats and shirts