About Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the capital of Nepal, home to around 1,442,271 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Kathmandu
1
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
2
Boudhanath Stupa
3
Pashupatinath Temple
4
Kathmandu Durbar Square
5
Patan Durbar Square
6
Thamel streets and gardens
7
Bhaktapur day trip
8
Nagarkot sunrise viewpoint
Budget travel
Free things to do in Kathmandu
Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
Pashupatinath Temple
Kathmandu Durbar Square
Patan Durbar Square
Thamel streets and gardens
Nagarkot sunrise viewpoint
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Swayambhunath (Monkey Temple)
- Visit Boudhanath Stupa
- Visit Pashupatinath Temple
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Visit Patan Durbar Square
- Visit Thamel streets and gardens
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Bhaktapur day trip
- Visit Nagarkot sunrise viewpoint
Where to eat
Local favourites
- $
OR2K
Vegetarian Middle Eastern · Thamel institution loved by locals and travellers
- $$
Bhojan Griha
Nepali · Traditional Newari feast in a restored house
- $$
Fire and Ice Pizzeria
Italian · Surprising local favourite since the 1990s
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
- $$$$
Dwarika's Hotel
Battisputali · Heritage hotel built from salvaged Newari woodwork
- $$$
Hyatt Regency Kathmandu
Boudha · Spacious resort near Boudhanath
- $$
Kathmandu Guest House
Thamel · The original tourist favourite since 1967
Shopping
- Bhat-Bhateni Supermarkets & Department Stores
- Bank of Asia
- Century Commercial Bank
- Himalayan Bank
- Nepal Bank Limited Central Office
- Nepal Rastra Bank, Central Office
In pictures
Kathmandu gallery
Keep exploring
