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
Kathmandu Valley
Boudhanath showing a city
Garden of Dreams which includes a fountain
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Top places to visit

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

Pashupatinath Temple featuring markets

Pashupatinath Temple

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Pashupatinath Temple
Boudhanath showing a city

Boudhanath

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Boudhanath
Kathmandu Durbar Square featuring a temple or place of worship

Kathmandu Durbar Square

4.5/5(32 reviews)

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Kathmandu Durbar Square
Bhaktapur Durbar Square

Bhaktapur Durbar Square

4.5/5(19 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Bhaktapur when you take a trip to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Swayambhunath featuring religious aspects

Swayambhunath

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Swayambhunath
Patan Durbar Square which includes a temple or place of worship

Patan Durbar Square

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Patan Durbar Square
Garden of Dreams featuring heritage elements

Garden of Dreams

4.5/5(21 reviews)

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Garden of Dreams
Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station

Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station

4/5(8 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Chandragiri when you take a trip to Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.

Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station
Kopan Monastery which includes religious elements, heritage elements and a temple or place of worship

Kopan Monastery

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Kopan Monastery

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.

Thamel
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.

Lazimpat
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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.

Sinamangal
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Sundhara

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

Sundhara
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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.

Jhamsikhel

 

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Golden Temple featuring a city

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Nagarkot which includes a small town or village and tranquil scenes

Nagarkot

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