Thamel Travel Guide

Kathmandu

Garden of Dreams showing a fountain
Garden of Dreams which includes a garden
Garden of Dreams showing a statue or sculpture
Garden of Dreams featuring a statue or sculpture and a garden
Garden of Dreams featuring a park

Popular places to visit

Garden of Dreams showing heritage elements

Garden of Dreams

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Garden of Dreams
Asan Bazaar

Asan Bazaar

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Asan Bazaar during your visit to Kathmandu. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

Asan Bazaar
Kathesimbhu Stupa

Kathesimbhu Stupa

Learn about the local history of Kathmandu with a stop at Kathesimbhu Stupa. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.

Kathesimbhu Stupa
Pashupatinath Temple featuring markets

Pashupatinath Temple

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Pashupatinath Temple
Boudhanath which includes a city

Boudhanath

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Boudhanath
Kathmandu Durbar Square featuring a temple or place of worship

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Nepal was hit by a devastating earthquake on 25 April 2015. Travelers are strongly advised to seek information before traveling to Nepal until further notice.

Kathmandu Durbar Square

Things to do

Everest Scenic

Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

£56
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff
Bouddhanath stupa kathmandu

Private tour of Major highlights of Kathmandu top rated places

£22
per adult
Private tour of Major highlights of Kathmandu top rated places
Cultural dance performances

Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu

£10
per adult
Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

£30
per adult
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group
Secret Food Taste In Kathmandu With Local Market Walking

Kathmandu Secret Food Crawl & Local Market Tour

£27
per adult
Kathmandu Secret Food Crawl & Local Market Tour
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley

Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley

£25
per adult
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley
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Top hotels in Thamel

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel

4.5 out of 5
CHHAYA DEVI COMPLEX AMRIT MARG THAMEL, Kathmandu
The price is £77 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£77
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Kathmandu Durbar Square and Pashupatinath ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"Airport pickup with wonderful hotel and staff. Conveniently located near Thamel shops and sites. Easy walking. Looking forward to our next stay there!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel
Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

3 out of 5
Tridevi Marg, KMC- 29, Kathmandu
The price is £47 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£47
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (274 reviews)
"Such great experience! Great location, very clean, the breakfast was amazing! Got to try the authentic coffee, milk tea and all the pancakes. Love this place!"

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu
Nepali Heritage Hotel

Nepali Heritage Hotel

4 out of 5
paknajol marg 16 Thamel, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"Kind staff, good location, clean and comfy room"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

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Nepali Heritage Hotel
Swarga Heritage Hotel

Swarga Heritage Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Chhusya Galli, Chhusya Galli, Kathmandu, Nepal, Kathmandu, Bagmati Province
The price is £41 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
£41
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Kathmandu Durbar Square ...
10/10 Exceptional! (44 reviews)
"I am an incredible stay at Swarga Heritage Hotel. I was kindly upgraded to the premium Queen for my stay and it was beautifully decorated and incredibly clean. The hotel staff and the owner/architect Rahul were incredibly kind and hospitable during my stay. They helped to organize a pick up from ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Swarga Heritage Hotel
Kumari Boutique Hotel

Kumari Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
Chhusya Galli, Thamel, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (227 reviews)
"The team members were the highlight. Everyone was exceptionally friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to make our stay a good one. The property itself is well situated to many of the key sights, are clean and sized well."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

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Kumari Boutique Hotel
Nirvana Boutique Hotel

Nirvana Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
J P Marg, Thamel, Chhetrapati, Kathmandu, Bagmati
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (152 reviews)
"Overall good experience with the property Qq as"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

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Nirvana Boutique Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Thamel

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Chhetrapati

While Chhetrapati isn't home to many top sights, Temples of the Elements and Asan Bazaar are some notable places to visit nearby.

Chhetrapati
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Lazimpat

4/5(12 area reviews)

Get to know Lazimpat by checking out its gardens, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Ballys Casino or Narayanhity Palace Museum during your time in the area.

Lazimpat
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Naxal

When in Naxal, you can plan a visit to Narayanhity Palace Museum and Durbar Marg, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Naxal
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Sundhara

While visiting Sundhara, you might make a stop by sights like Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara) and Kathmandu Civil Mall.

Sundhara
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Tahachal

When in Tahachal, you can plan a visit to National Museum of Nepal and Swayambhunath, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tahachal
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Kuleshwor

Though Kuleshwor may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pachali Bhairab & the Southern Ghats and Ram Chandra Temple.

Kuleshwor

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