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Kathmandu Travel Guide 2025: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | December 2025
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Things to do in Kathmandu
What to do
Looking for things to do in Kathmandu? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Kathmandu, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Kathmandu: FAQ
What's the most popular attractions in Kathmandu?
Here are the best places to visit in Kathmandu, including: Kathmandu Durbar Square,Thamel,Swayambhunath Stupa
What's the best food in Kathmandu?
Hand-picked rice Dal Bhat Rice (Bhat) with lentils (Dal) and curry vegetables (Tarkari) is one of the most distinctive dishes in Nepal. Orange Leibi Idebi and Ledu laddu are two kinds of sweets, similar to syrup, which are very popular in Nepal. They are very sweet. Butter Chapati is like a domestic pizza, with butter and a mouthfeel. Nepalese tea, NepaliTea, is heated with fresh milk, boiled with black tea, and finally filtered out of tea. It is very pure and delicious, and it is a drink that must be drunk.
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Top 20 4-Star Select Hotels in Kathmandu
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Popular Types of Attractions in Kathmandu
Historical attractions | Cultural institutions | Museums | Themed exhibition halls | Nature and wildlife | Natural scenery | Mountain climbing | Outdoor activities | Cycling | Mountain climbing | Rock climbing | Leisure activities | Spa/massage | Farms and pastures | Sightseeing tours | Skybound experiences | Water sports | Exhibitions & events
Popular Attractions in Kathmandu
Makhan Tole | Itum Bahal | Vespa Valley | SPA PRANA | Himalayan Sanctuary Adventure | Shera Sherpa Adventures | Tana Deval Temple (Tarani Bhawani) | Himalayan Gateway Trek | Holiday Hiking Team | Spa Samsara | Woodcraft Gallery | Pachali Bhairav Yuwa Pariwar | Heritage Spa | Buddha Nepal Art Gallery | Zen Spa | Shiva Mandir | Everest Adventures Team | Tribhuwan Army Stadium | Khulla Manch | Tinkune Park | Nardevi Temple | Sano Kharibot Mandir | Buddha Thanka Treasure | Fire Club Disco Theque & Lounge Bar | Maligaun Ganesh | Jame Masjid, Swayambhu | Itumbahal (white Tara's temple/statues) | Madan Bhandari Park | Kuleshwor Hanuman Temple | Shiva Shrine
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Popular Restaurants in Kathmandu
Fire And Ice Pizzeria | Himalayan Java - Tridevi Thamel | Krishnarpan | Mo:Mo Star | Utsav Restaurant | The Chimney | Kaiser Cafe | Thakali Bhanchha Ghar | Purple Haze Rock Bar | Barc | Places Restaurant and Bar | Black Olives Cafe | Curilo | Cocina Mitho Chha | Thamel Momo Hut | Roadhouse Cafe Boudha | Kausi Dreamers Terrace Cafe | Ofukuro No Aji - Japanese Food | Patio 747 | Grill Oregano Restaurant | Florid Garden Restaurant | Rox Restaurant | Kava Grill and Lounge - Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu | Rocksalt Grill and Bar | Tummo Bistro | The headquarter restaurant and bar | Roadhouse Cafe | 1905 Suites & Restaurant | Hot Breads - Curry Kitchen | Yala Cafe & Coffee Shop
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Popular Trip Moments
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