Things to do in Kathmandu Valley

Activities, attractions and tours

Kopan Monastery which includes a temple or place of worship
Nagarkot which includes farmland and tranquil scenes
Kathmandu Valley
Boudhanath showing a city
Garden of Dreams showing 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 which includes 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 showing 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 showing 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 showing 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 showing heritage elements

What to do in Kathmandu Valley

Popular places to visit

Pashupatinath Temple which includes markets

Pashupatinath Temple

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

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 showing a temple or place of worship

Kathmandu Durbar Square

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

Learn about the local history of Bhaktapur with a stop at Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens, or seek out the hiking trails.

Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Swayambhunath showing religious aspects

Swayambhunath

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 showing a temple or place of worship

Patan Durbar Square

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 showing heritage elements

Garden of Dreams

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

Learn about the local history of Chandragiri with a stop at 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 showing heritage elements, religious aspects 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 showing a fountain

Thamel

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

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

Boudhha
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Lazimpat

Gardens, restaurants, and historic sites are some highlights of Lazimpat. You might stop by Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum while you're in the area.

Lazimpat
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Sinamangal

While there might not be top attractions in Sinamangal, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple.

Sinamangal
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Sundhara

If you're spending some time in Sundhara, Kathmandu Civil Mall and Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara) are top sights worth seeing.

Sundhara
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Jhamsikhel

Though Jhamsikhel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Patan Zoo and Pachali Bhairab & the Southern Ghats.

Jhamsikhel
Golden Temple showing a city

Kathmandu

Bhaktapur

Bhaktapur

Nagarkot which includes a small town or village and tranquil scenes

Nagarkot

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Changunarayan

Kathmandu Valley featuring views

Mahamanjushree Nagarkot

Photo by Emma Spurlock

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