Kathmandu travel guide
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Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

Kathmandu travel guide

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Himalayan gateway packed with temples and trekking energy. The best time to visit Kathmandu is February, March, April and November. A mid-range trip runs roughly $130/person/day before flights.

Best time
February, March, April
Ideal length
4 days
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Best time to visit Kathmandu

The best time to visit Kathmandu is February, March, April and November. Here's the average temperature through the year:

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Top things to do in Kathmandu

Highlights from Wikipedia and OpenStreetMap.

Culture & sights

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Kathmandu View Tower
Kathmandu View Tower is a building, currently under construction, in Kathmandu, Nepal. It is planned to be Nepal's tallest building at 130 Meters (426ft) with 29 stories.
~$5 · 1.5h
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Nepal Stock Exchange
The Nepal Stock Exchange Limited (NEPSE) is the sole stock exchange of Nepal, headquartered in Singha Durbar Plaza, Kathmandu. Established on 13 January 1994, NEPSE facilitates the
~$5 · 1.5h
Kingdom of Nepal
Kingdom of Nepal
The Kingdom of Nepal, also known as the Gorkha Empire, was a Hindu monarchy in South Asia that existed from 1768 to 2008. The kingdom was formed out of the expansion of the Gorkha
~$5 · 1.5h
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Padma Kanya Multiple Campus
Padma Kanya Multiple Campus is a women's college located in Bagbazar, Kathmandu. Founded on 17 September 1951, it is the oldest institution of its kind in Nepal.
~$5 · 1.5h

Nature & outdoors

Ratna Park
Ratna Park
Ratna Park is a park and surrounding district in central Kathmandu, Nepal. It is named after Queen Ratna, the second wife of King Mahendra. It was built for the children and is sit
Free · 2h
Maitighar Mandala
Maitighar Mandala
The Fibwa Khya/Maitighar Mandala is a symbolic monument located in the heart of Kathmandu, Nepal. It is an island at the intersection of roads from Thapathali, New Baneshwor, Bhadr
Free · 2h

Food & markets

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Local food tour of Kathmandu
Taste the signature dishes of Kathmandu.
~$25 · 2h
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Central market & street-food lunch
Grab lunch where locals do.
~$12 · 1.3h

A sample 4-day Kathmandu itinerary

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Day 1
09:00 · Kathmandu View Tower12:30 · Ratna Park16:00 · Central market & street-food lunch
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Day 2
09:00 · Nepal Stock Exchange12:30 · Maitighar Mandala16:00 · Padma Kanya Multiple Campus
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Day 3
09:00 · Kingdom of Nepal12:30 · Bhadrakali Temple, Kathmandu16:00 · Shahid Gate
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Day 4
09:00 · Supreme Court of Nepal12:30 · Singha Durbar16:00 · Kathmandu Model College

A sample plan. See the full 4-day Kathmandu itinerary →

Kathmandu travel FAQ

When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?+

The best months to visit Kathmandu are February, March, April and November, when the weather is most comfortable for sightseeing.

How many days do you need in Kathmandu?+

Most travellers find 4 days ideal for Kathmandu, enough to see the highlights without rushing. Add a day or two if you want day trips.

Is Kathmandu expensive to visit?+

Budget roughly $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip in Kathmandu (accommodation, food and activities), before flights. Costs scale up or down with your travel style.

What are the top things to do in Kathmandu?+

Popular highlights include Kathmandu View Tower, Nepal Stock Exchange, Kingdom of Nepal and Padma Kanya Multiple Campus. There's a longer list above, or start a plan and swap things in.

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