Thamel Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mount Everest on the Early morning from Kalapatthar.
Mount Everest on the Early morning from Kalapatthar.
7 nights 8 days Gosaikunda Helambu Trekking at USD 450 for budget trekkers staying on tea house lodges. We have been running Gosaikunda Helambu Trek 8 days fixed departure group trek to Helambu Gosaikunda joining on a group our fixed departure 2017, 2018. http://www.missionecotrek.com/gosaikunda-helambu-trek-8-days.html
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Views from the top of Poon Hill, Nepal.

Popular places to visit

Garden of Dreams featuring 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
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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 showing 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 featuring 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 which includes 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
Malla's Royal Palace, Durbar Marg, Patan, Lalitpur Metropolitan City, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, Asia, Unesco World Heritage Site

Durbar Marg

During your trip to Kathmandu, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Durbar Marg. Amble around this culturally rich area's picturesque gardens or seek out the local tours.

Durbar Marg

Activities

Everest Scenic

Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff

NZ$130
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group

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

NZ$52
per adult
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group
Traditional Dinner with cultural dance performance- cultural show- Nepali dance

Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu

NZ$28
per adult
Dinner with Cultural Show Kathmandu
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley

Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley

NZ$57
per adult
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu: Everest Mountain Flight with Private Transfers

From Kathmandu: Everest Flight with Window Seat and Transfer

NZ$268
per adult
From Kathmandu: Everest Flight with Window Seat and Transfer
Nepalese Kitchen in Pokhara: Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class

Nepalese Kitchen in Pokhara: Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class

NZ$66
per adult
Nepalese Kitchen in Pokhara: Momos or Dal Bhat Cooking Class
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Our pick of the best Thamel Hotel Deals

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret

3.5 out of 5
Chhusya Galli Kathmandu Bagmati Province
The price is NZ$90 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
NZ$90
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath ...
10/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Clean rooms, good location, excellent staff!

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

The Central Courtyard Thamel - Kathmandu's Best Kept Secret
Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu

3 out of 5
Tridevi Marg, KMC- 29 Kathmandu
The price is NZ$109 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$109
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (290 reviews)
Rooms are well maintained and a great location.

Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel

4.5 out of 5
CHHAYA DEVI COMPLEX AMRIT MARG THAMEL Kathmandu
The price is NZ$169 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
NZ$169
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
Wonderful service everyone went above and beyond. The staff always was so helpful and kind.

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Aloft Kathmandu Thamel
DOM Himalaya Hotel

DOM Himalaya Hotel

4 out of 5
Paknajol Marga Kathmandu Bagmati
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (322 reviews)
The room was huge. The service was excellent. The staff was friendly and took care of us. I will definitely recommend this hotel.

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025

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DOM Himalaya Hotel
Nepali Heritage Hotel

Nepali Heritage Hotel

4 out of 5
paknajol marg 16 Thamel Kathmandu Bagmati Province
Stay at this spa hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Staff was lovely. Location was excellent and hotel was very quiet.

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2026

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Nepali Heritage Hotel
Shuvatara Suites & Spa Thamel

Shuvatara Suites & Spa Thamel

3 out of 5
Keshar Mahal Marg Kathmandu Bagmati Province
The price is NZ$117 per night from 10 Feb to 11 Feb
NZ$117
10 Feb - 11 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kathmandu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath ...
10/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Clean rooms with very helpful staff who recommended places to go sightseeing during our short visit. The places recommended really gave us a superb overview of Kathmandu. Breakfast was great with lots of choice.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Shuvatara Suites & Spa Thamel
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Other neighbourhoods around Thamel

The famous Buddhist stupa at Boudanath, in Nepal.

Chhetrapati

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

Chhetrapati
Aerial view of Kathmandu, Nepal

Lazimpat

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
Temple of Durban square at Patan near Kathmandu in Nepal

Naxal

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

Naxal
Dharahara high tower a circular balcony, Sundhara, Kathmandu, Nepal

Sundhara

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

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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Kalimati

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kalimati and surrounding area, you can visit National Museum of Nepal and Basantapur.

Kalimati

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