Hikkaduwa is a diverse and multifaceted town in the sea coast, whose marine heritage and vivid tourism growth are rich. Hikkaduwa having a diverse range of sceneries and a strong history with golden sandy beaches, beautiful coral reefs and turquoise waters. The energetic beachfront neighborhoods have energetic resorts and busy places in the neighborhood, and places of interest such as the Turtle Hatchery and Community Tsunami Museums testify to the environmental and historical sustainability of the neighborhood. Hikkaduwa is a very rich and marvelous experience in terms of culture, both the natural beauty of the Hikkaduwa Coral Sanctuary and the heartwrenching beauty of the Tsunami Museum.

Hikkaduwa is not only about beaches but whereby tradition and day-to-day living have been blended harmoniously. The daily life of the town also includes traditional festivals, decent hospitality, and local markets. The region is also characterized by good food including rice and curry, hoppers, and Ceylon tea which are famous across the world and usually taken at beach restaurants. Hikkaduwa, a southern Sri Lankan province is an economic player in the tourism sector, as well as the emergent service sector, such as diving and surfing business.

The personality of Hikkaduwa rests on the nature and peace. The town has beautiful beaches, flourishing coral reefs, marine reserves where the sea turtle and colorful fish live and serene beach areas like Narigama Beach. Some of the activities offered to tourists include swimming with turtles, snorkeling or diving tours, relaxing on beaches with surfing waves, or visiting local moonstone mines and waterfalls. Hikkaduwa has complex traditions and multicultural harmony and thus, diverse cultural and religious festivals are celebrated all the year round thus, making it an exciting tourist destination to the world.