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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 March, April and May. Budget roughly $130/person/day before flights.

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Length
3 days
Best time
March, April, May
~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
Supreme Court of Nepal~$5
The Supreme Court of Nepal is the highest court in Nepal. It is designated as the court of record by the Constitution of Nepal. It has appellate jurisdiction over decisions of the

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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 March, April, May, September and October, when the weather suits sightseeing best.

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