What to do in Bagmati

Activities, attractions and tours

A historic temple complex with intricate architecture and a clear blue sky.
A historical temple complex with intricate architecture, including a prominent bell tower and a statue of a deity.
A mountainous landscape with a temple complex featuring tiered roofs and spires.
A traditional multi-tiered temple with a crowd in a square, surrounded by mountains.
A historic square with traditional architecture, including tiered roofs and ornate buildings.

Things to do

Traditional Dinner with cultural dance performance- cultural show- Nepali dance

Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu

£12
per adult
Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley

Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley

£26
per adult
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley
Spiritual Nepal Tour From Kathmandu

Kathmandu Small Group Spiritual Nepal Tour

£40
per adult
Kathmandu Small Group Spiritual Nepal Tour
Kathmandu to Sharing Jeep Transfer to Salleri.

Kathmandu to Sharing Jeep Transfer to Salleri.

£22
per adult
Kathmandu to Sharing Jeep Transfer to Salleri.
Picture 1 for Activity Kathmandu: Bus Ticket to Pokhara

Kathmandu: Bus Ticket to Pokhara (VIP Luxury Sofa Seater)

£10
per adult
Kathmandu: Bus Ticket to Pokhara (VIP Luxury Sofa Seater)
Kathmandu Rickshaw Night Explorer Tour

Kathmandu by Night: Small-Group Rickshaw Ride & Hidden Gems

£33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kathmandu by Night: Small-Group Rickshaw Ride & Hidden Gems
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

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

£26
per adult
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group
Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group

Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group

£34
per adult
Chandragiri Cable Car & Monkey Temple Tour- Private/Group
Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers

£51
per adult
Pokhara: Annapurna Foothills Day Hike with Transfers
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Top places to visit

1. Boudhanath

Join devotees on their ritual walk around one of the biggest stupas in the world, spinning prayer wheels as you go.
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A colorful prayer flag arrangement in front of a stupa.

2. Pashupatinath Temple

One of Nepal’s most sacred Hindu shrines is a fascinating temple complex known for its beautiful pagoda architecture, monuments and shrines.
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3. Kathmandu Durbar Square

The lively historic center of Kathmandu is a place to discover ancient architecture, statues of deities and some of Nepal’s holiest religious sites.
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A traditional temple complex with tiered roofs and intricate carvings.

4. Patan Durbar Square

One of the most enchanting collections of religious monuments in Nepal is a beautiful square filled with palaces, temples, shrines and sculptures.
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A multi-tiered temple with intricate carvings and a clear blue sky in the background.

5. Swayambhunath

The Monkey Temple is a spectacular Buddhist shrine that is home to gilded statues, prayer wheels, mani stones and dozens of mischievous monkeys.
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A golden stupa with a striped tower and colorful prayer flags against a clear blue sky.

6. Garden of Dreams

Go for a stroll among the elegant pavilions, pergolas, ornamental fountains and lush green lawns of this beautiful historical garden.
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What to do in Bagmati

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Thamel

Unique features of Thamel include the shopping and cafes. Make a stop by Garden of Dreams or Asan Bazaar while you're exploring the area.

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New Baneshwor

While New Baneshwor may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Royal Nepal Golf Course and Pashupatinath Temple.

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Boudhha

Gardens and spas are notable features of Boudhha. You might consider stopping by Boudhanath while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A mountainous town with colorful buildings and flags.

Lazimpat

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

A white minaret with a balcony, surrounded by a densely packed urban area with various buildings and a mountain range in the background.

Sundhara

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

 

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Day trip destinations from Bagmati

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Kathmandu

A historic temple complex with intricate architecture and a clear blue sky.

Bhaktapur

A traditional multi-tiered building with intricate carvings and a bell tower.

Lalitpur

A temple with intricate carvings, a central pathway, and a well-maintained garden.

Sauraha

A winding road through terraced fields, with buildings and trees in the background.

Nagarkot

A mountain range with snow-capped peaks under a clear blue sky.

Tingri County

A riverbank with several wooden boats lined up on the shore.

Kawasoti

A suspension bridge with a netted railing, surrounded by dense forest and a river.

Kurintar