Colombo - Post Report Question and Answers
Do you feel that it is safe to walk, run or hike outside? Are there areas where bike riding is possible? What is the availability and safety of outdoor space for exercising? Are these easily accessible?
This probably depends on whether you've lived elsewhere in South Asia. Compared to cities elsewhere in the region, Colombo has better sidewalks and drivers will actually yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. At the same time, sidewalks are not everywhere and can be challenging to navigate at times. The heat also makes walking or biking challenging. Biking is theoretically possible, although I think most cyclists would go out very early in the morning to avoid the heat and heavy traffic. - Jul 2025
