About Pokhara
Pokhara is one of Nepal's major cities, home to around 600,051 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Pokhara
1
Phewa Lake boat ride
2
Sarangkot sunrise viewpoint
3
World Peace Pagoda
4
Devi's Fall and Gupteshwor Cave
5
Lakeside stroll
6
International Mountain Museum
7
Begnas or Rupa Lake
8
Paragliding over the valley
Budget travel
Free things to do in Pokhara
Phewa Lake boat ride
Sarangkot sunrise viewpoint
Lakeside stroll
Begnas or Rupa Lake
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 Begnas Lake (Begnas Tal)
- Visit Rupa Lake (Rupa Tal)
- Visit Dipang Lake (Dipang Tal)
- Eat at Asian Teahouse
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa)
- Visit Begnas Lake Resort
- Visit Garden Yiga Chozin Buddhist Meditation Centre
- Eat at Sun Welcome
Where to eat
Local favourites
Asian Teahouse
Located along the main road through Lakeside on the opposite side from the lake. The only way you'll find this place is to look out for the
Sun Welcome
Small family run place 5 min north of the main strip, a few spots up from Newari. Cheap and delicious. Open all day, can even BYO.
Sweet Memories Restaurant
Nice food with friendly staff.
Tara's Restaurant (Nepalese Vegetarian)
A lovely small budget restaurant with a friendly proprietress. A great western-style breakfast with excellent hashbrowns; try the speciality
Pokhara Java Coffee House
Nice and cosy coffee place, that serves breakfast, sandwiches and different varieties of coffee. Their set breakfast includes eggs, toast, h
Godfather Pizzeria
Great oven-baked pizza.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Angel
Lakeside. Quiet, family-run, clean rooms and hot shower.
Banana Garden Lodge
Khahare, north of lakeside, started in early 1990s is one of the most popular budget guest houses in town. Its slight elevation gives the mo
Butterfly Lodge
Helpful staff, reasonable prices, big rooms with some of their profits going to the Butterfly Foundation charity. Also, they can arrange tou
Crown Hotel
A friendly, family-run place that is handy for paraglider pilots/students as it is very near some of the paragliding schools. The rooms are
Green Peace Lodge
Sedi Bagar, Lakeside. One of the finest views over the lake, great sunset. Busy throughout the year.
Shopping
- Bhat Bhateni Supermaket & Department Store
Nightlife
- Coffee Culture Cafe
- Tushita Sushi Bar
- Bullet Basecamp
- Cafe Fusion Restaurant and Bar
- Oxygen Lounge Bar
- Club Sixteen
In pictures
Pokhara gallery
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