62 Things to do In Kathmandu

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53. Jagannath Temple Kathmandu

2 km from city center

Temple

Jagannath Temple, located in the very famous Kathmandu Darbar Square, is most famous for its architecture and religious significance. It is a two-story building raised over a plat (Read More)form and built in traditional pagoda-style architecture, mostly made of wood and bricks. Some parts of the temple were damaged in an earthquake in 2015. However, some portions have been restored and are open for tourists to explore.

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₹1,281

4.4 /5

2 km from city center

Religious Pond

Rani Pokhari, located in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal, is a historic artificial pond built during the Malla period in the 17th century. The pond was constructed by King Pratap Malla in memory of his queen, and it is surrounded by a temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Rani Pokhari has long been a symbol of love and devotion, offering a peaceful environment amidst the bustling city.

4.2 /5

0 km from city center

Historical Site

The stone inscriptions in Kathmandu, dates back to Licchavi period from 5th to 9th century, and are regarded as the primary source of Nepal's history. They mostly consists of royal edicts, dedicatory notes on Hindu and buddhist Temples walls, stupas, statues, water spouts and other architectural structures. The inscriptions are multilingual and are written in Nepali, English, French and Persian.

4.3 /5

2 km from city center

Historical Site

Located in the heart of Kathmandu, the Kathesimbhu Stupa is famous for being the copy of the Swayanbhunath Temple. The courtyard, also called the Swayambhunath Complex, is quite a surpr (Read More)ise when tourists find it while exploring the region. It comprises of a stunningly grand 16th-century stupa installed in between smaller stupas.

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₹2,939

4.3 /5

3 km from city center

Temple

The glorious temple of Lord Shiva and his Consort Goddess Parvati, the Shiva Parvati Temple, is located in the religious area of Durbar Square. It is as important as the Kumari Bahal or the Kasthaman (Read More)dap and is often visited by pilgrims and tourists. Built in the 18th century by Bahadur Shah, every inch of the temple wall is covered in immensely intricate carvings.

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₹1,281

4.3 /5

2 km from city center

Monument

Basantapur Tower was the tallest tower in Kathmandu Durbar Square. It has nine stories, the top two floors of which were destroyed in the 2015 earthquake that hit Nepal. The levels have been restored, and tourists can explore the tower from the outside and the inside.

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₹2,562

Top Things To Do

1 km from city center

Shopping Market

Thamel is Kathmandu's main tourist shopping district, a maze of narrow lanes selling pashmina and cashmere shawls, woolen clothing, handicrafts, souvenirs, and trekking gear. It has served as the city's tourist commercial hub for over four decades, growing from Nepal's first bookstores and travel agencies into a dense cluster of shops, guesthouses, restaurants, and gear outfitters. Its tight alley (Read More)s double as thoroughfares for rickshaws and motorbikes, making a slow morning walk through the shops part of the experience itself.

Hidden Gem

2 km from city center

Museum

The Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) occupies the KGH Courtyard inside Kathmandu Guest House in Thamel. Founded by collector Rajan Sakya, it displays traditional and contemporary Nepali art from the mid-19th century onward through rotating exhibitions. It's open daily, 10 am to 6 pm. General entry is NRs 500, with a 50% discount for students and children under 14, and 25% off for seniors, families of f (Read More)our or more, and art teachers or students. Same-day tickets allow multiple entries.

Top Attraction

1 km from city center

Nightclub

LOD (Lord of the Drinks) is a nightclub in Kathmandu's Thamel district, established in 2019 and now Nepal's best-known dance and EDM venue. It is the only Nepali club to appear on DJ Mag's Best Clubs in the World list, ranking for four consecutive years: 52nd in 2022, 49th in 2023, 50th in 2024, and 44th in 2025. The venue runs an arena-style setup with a d&b audiotechnik sound system, hydraulic l (Read More)ighting rigs, and aerial trapeze performances, and has hosted touring DJs and artists including Alok, Timmy Trumpet, Quintino, Lil Pump, and Wyclef Jean. LOD is open nightly from 8pm to 5am and offers VIP table and bottle service alongside general admission.

4.0 /5

24 km from city center

Town

Located some 32 kilometres away from the capital Kathmandu, Panauti is a leftover reminiscence of a time long bygone. The word 'Panauti' in Hindi means 'unlucky', and for some reason unknown, it sits perfectly well with the historical background of this medieval city. At one glance, the town of Panauti is a melancholic chock-a-block of wooden houses, public halls, temples and shops, all nestled to (Read More)gether resembling the shape of a fish in the laps of Himalayan greenery. Though still dotted with enough places worth mentioning, there is a feeling of decay spread all across the once prosperous town.

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What are the top hotels in Kathmandu?

There are 1041 Hotels in Kathmandu which can be booked through Holidify. The most popular hotels in Kathmandu are Kathmandu Homestay, Kumari Homestay, Boutique 3BHK Tibetan Apartment at Karma Suites, Kathmandu Tourist Homestay, Bimu Home, Boutique 2BHK Tibetan Apartment at Karma Suites. You can see all the hotels in Kathmandu here

What are the top activities in Kathmandu?

The top activities in Kathmandu are Private Tribhuvan International Airport Transfers (KTM) for Kathmandu, Nagarkot Day Hike, Kathmandu Full Day Exploration, Shared Tourist Bus Transfers from Kathmandu to Pokhara , Namo Buddha Half Day Tour, Nagarkot Sunrise Tour.

What are the top sightseeing places in Kathmandu?

The top sightseeing places in Kathmandu are Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Swayambhunath Temple, Thamel, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Garden of Dreams Kathmandu.

How much does a package cost for Kathmandu?

The packages for Kathmandu start at INR 8800 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

How can I commute within Kathmandu?

Local transportation in Kathmandu isn't much of a hassle. You have the options of tourist cabs, buses and tempos which have fixed routes within the city. However, the latter are usually very crowded and it is always better to get yourself a tourist cab. Cycle rickshaws and auto rickshaws can be taken too, based on your requirements.
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"Cultural heart of Nepal with temples and stupas"

62 Things to do In Kathmandu

53. Jagannath Temple Kathmandu

54. Rani Pokhari

55. Stone Inscription

56. Kathesimbhu Stupa

57. Shiva-Parvati Temple

58. Basantapur Tower

59. Shopping in Thamel

60. Museum of Nepali Art

61. Lord of the Drinks (LOD)

62. Panauti

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