Things to do in Kathmandu Valley

Activities, attractions and tours

Kopan Monastery showing a temple or place of worship
Nagarkot featuring farmland and tranquil scenes
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Boudhanath showing a city
Garden of Dreams which includes a fountain

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1. Pashupatinath Temple

One of Nepal’s most sacred Hindu shrines is a fascinating temple complex known for its beautiful pagoda architecture, monuments and shrines.
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Colourful ascetic in Pashupatinath temple Kathmandu, nepal

2. Boudhanath

Join devotees on their ritual walk around one of the biggest stupas in the world, spinning prayer wheels as you go.
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Boudhanath showing a temple or place of worship

3. Kathmandu Durbar Square

The lively historic center of Kathmandu is a place to discover ancient architecture, statues of deities and some of Nepal’s holiest religious sites.
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Kathmandu Durbar Square featuring a temple or place of worship

4. Swayambhunath

The Monkey Temple is a spectacular Buddhist shrine that is home to gilded statues, prayer wheels, mani stones and dozens of mischievous monkeys.
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Swayambhunath featuring religious aspects

5. Patan Durbar Square

One of the most enchanting collections of religious monuments in Nepal is a beautiful square filled with palaces, temples, shrines and sculptures.
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Patan Durbar Square which includes a temple or place of worship

6. Garden of Dreams

Go for a stroll among the elegant pavilions, pergolas, ornamental fountains and lush green lawns of this beautiful historical garden.
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Garden of Dreams featuring heritage elements

What to do in Kathmandu Valley


Popular places to visit

Areas of Kathmandu Valley

Garden of Dreams which includes a fountain

Thamel

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

Unique features of Thamel include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Ballys Casino or Garden of Dreams while you're exploring the area.

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Boudhanath showing a city

Boudhha

4/5(9 area reviews)

Unique features of Boudhha include the gardens and spas. Make a stop by Shechen Monastery or Boudhanath while you're exploring the area.

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Lazimpat

4/5(12 area reviews)

Get to know Lazimpat by checking out its gardens, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum during your time in the area.

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Sinamangal

4/5(2 area reviews)

When in Sinamangal, you can plan a visit to Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Sundhara

While visiting Sundhara, you might make a stop by sights like Kathmandu Civil Mall and Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara).

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Jhamsikhel

Jhamsikhel might not have many top sights, but Patan Zoo and Pachali Bhairab & the Southern Ghats are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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