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Kathmandu, Bagmati Province, Nepal

3 days in Kathmandu

Himalayan gateway packed with temples and trekking energy. Here's how to spend 3 days in Kathmandu: a realistic day-by-day plan you can copy and tweak. The best time for this 3 days Kathmandu trip is February, March and April. Budget roughly $130/person/day before flights.

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Length
3 days
Best time
February, March, April
~Cost/day
$130
Currency
USD
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Day 1

09:00
Kathmandu View Tower~$5
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.
12:30
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
16:00
Central market & street-food lunch~$12
Grab lunch where locals do.
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Day 2

09:00
Nepal Stock Exchange~$5
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
12:30
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
16:00
Padma Kanya Multiple Campus~$5
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.
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Day 3

09:00
Kingdom of Nepal~$5
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
12:30
Bhadrakali Temple, Kathmandu
Bhadrakali Temple is a Hindu temple dedicated to Devi Bhadrakali. It is located in Kathmandu, Nepal, next to Tundikhel.
16:00
Shahid Gate~$5
Sahid Gate or Shahid Gate is a monument in Kathmandu, Nepal. The monument was inaugurated on 13 April 1961. As of 2016, there are five statues in the gate. Four men, namely Dharma

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What 3 days in Kathmandu costs

What this trip costs

$871
Flights$45052%
Stay$11713%
Activities$708%
Food$11713%
Local transport$475%
Shopping$314%
Buffer$394%
$290/day

Estimates for planning, so check live prices before you book.

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3 days in Kathmandu: FAQ

Is 3 days enough for Kathmandu?+

3 days is enough to cover the main highlights of Kathmandu without rushing the essentials. The plan above balances the must-sees with time to wander.

What should I do on day 1 in Kathmandu?+

Start with Kathmandu View Tower, Ratna Park and Central market & street-food lunch. The full first day is mapped out above.

How much does 3 days in Kathmandu cost?+

Budget around $130 per person per day for a mid-range trip (stay, food and activities), before flights, so roughly $390 per person for 3 days. The cost breakdown above splits it by category.

When is the best time to visit Kathmandu?+

The best months to visit Kathmandu are February, March, April and November, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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