What to do and see in Kathmandu, Central Region: The Best Points of Interest & Landmarks

July 1, 2021 Nicolette Lion

Nepal’s capital is surrounded by a valley full of historic sites, ancient temples, shrines, and fascinating villages. Mingle with locals and animals amid Durbar Square’s monuments, or join mountain trekkers in the bustling Thamel District. Explore shops for exquisite work by local artisans—carpets and paper prints are specialties.
Restaurants in Kathmandu

1. Bachhareshwari Mandir Temple

Pashpatinath Marg Next to Bagamati Bridge, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Excellent
75%
Good
25%
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0%
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0%
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Bachhareshwari Mandir Temple

2. Hanuman Dhoka

Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Excellent
51%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 590 reviews

Hanuman Dhoka

Real monkeys live in this square, built to honor the mischievous and courageous monkey god Hanuman.

Reviewed By sklb2014 - London, United Kingdom

great place to be in Kathmandu Durbar square history is just a amazing and cannot be the best like this take a guide as we did it will be worth

3. Sankhu Village

Between Kathmandu And Lhasa, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal +977 984-9093389
Excellent
49%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 41 reviews

Sankhu Village

4. Templo de Changu Narayan

Changunarayan, Kathmandu Nepal
Excellent
55%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
21%
Poor
0%
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0%
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4.5 based on 58 reviews

Templo de Changu Narayan

Reviewed By bojfilzagreb - Zagreb, Croatia

It is situated some 20 km from Kathmandu, but it takes like one hour drive to get there. But it’s worth it. One of my favourite places during my stay in Nepal. Beautiful temple with stone and wood carvings. The temple is on top a hill. From the entrance you climb the steps through the village passing artisan studios and shops. According to legends Changu Narayan temple existed as early as 325 a.d. Read a legend about Changu Narayan before you go. A real hidden gem.

5. Nara Devi Temple

Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Excellent
36%
Good
55%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 11 reviews

Nara Devi Temple

6. Bagwati Mandir Temple

Durbar Square, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Excellent
50%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 6 reviews

Bagwati Mandir Temple

7. Namo Buddha (Stupa)

Kathmandu Nepal http://namobuddha.org/ttym.html
Excellent
71%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
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0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 129 reviews

Namo Buddha (Stupa)

Reviewed By PetroliaTraveller

If you are interested in Tibetan Buddhism this is a beautiful temple and monastery to visit. It is in a lovely setting with magnificent views.

8. Mandala Street

Sagarmatha Bazaar, Thamel, Kathmandu Nepal http://www.mandalastreet.com/aboutus.php
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 46 reviews

Mandala Street

9. Kathmandu Durbar Square

Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Excellent
43%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
5%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 4,711 reviews

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Monuments, temples and wandering animals dot this bustling town square, which is also where Nepal kings are crowned.

Reviewed By Harshrk - Mumbai, India

This is the most famous place in Kathmandu with the old palace, the female Gods house and the temples. It’s a very interesting place with the old structures and paintings and many temples and a must visit if visiting Nepal

10. Makhan Tole

Old Kathmandu, Kathmandu 44600 Nepal
Excellent
20%
Good
70%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 10 reviews

Makhan Tole

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