Habarana is a well known tourist destination and most attractive small city which is a paradise for safari lovers and also the tourists who desire to elephant back ride. Habarana city is in the heart of the cultural triangle. Cultural tourists as well as wild life enthusiasts are highly attracted to Habarana. Tourists who come to Habarana can easily visit ancient locations such as Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa, Cave Temple in Dambulla and Rock Fortress in Sirigirya. Kadulla National Park and Minneriya sanctuary are situated in close proximity to Habarana. Tourists can have a adventure tour to Hiriwadunna village situated 2 km away from Habarana and there you can enjoy the marvelous sights of amazing birds, butterflies, bears, monkeys and crocodiles. Foreigners are eager to sea the Chena cultivation in this area and acquainted with village life and their hospitality. Habarana lake is well known as a heaven of birds.