Thamel Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Kathesimbhu Stupa
Learn about the local history of Kathmandu with a stop at Kathesimbhu Stupa. Wander the picturesque gardens in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Mountain Everest Scenic Flight with Hotel Pickup and Dropoff
Kathmandu: Full Day Top 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch - Private/Group
Kathmandu Secret Food Crawl & Local Market Tour
Temples and Stupas Tour in Kathmandu Valley
Kathmandu: Nagarkot Sunrise View and Day Hike with Lunch
Our pick of the best Thamel Hotel Deals
Aloft Kathmandu Thamel
Excellent location
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Swarga Heritage Hotel
This is a truly authentic Nepalese hotel with original antique pieces. The hotel is super clean and the staff is very helpful. The location could not be better, situated on a quiet road but only a minute walk from the busy streets of Thamel. You can have your breakfast for lunch which I particularly ...
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Hotel Friend's Home
Very friendly staff!
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Kathmandu
Could not charge to room
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Hotel Mulberry
Lovely, quiet, modern hotel with spacious rooms and beautiful rooftop pool
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Oasis Kathmandu Hotel
Would have been Excellent. I only received confirmation of airport pickup only the day before arrival - despite my messaging Oasis multiple times from 10 days before arrival date.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Thamel
Chhetrapati
While Chhetrapati isn't home to many top sights, Asan Bazaar and Garden of Dreams are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Naxal
When in Naxal, you can plan a visit to Narayanhity Palace Museum and Durbar Marg, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Sundhara
While visiting Sundhara, you might make a stop by sights like Kathmandu Civil Mall and Bhimsen Tower (Dharahara).
Tahachal
When in Tahachal, you can plan a visit to National Museum of Nepal and Swayambhunath, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 National Museum of Nepal.
Thamel Travel Guide
- Kathesimbhu Stupa
- Pashupatinath Temple
- Kathmandu Durbar Square
- Bhaktapur Durbar Square
- Patan Durbar Square
- Swayambhunath
- Nepal Mediciti Hospital
- Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park
- Chandragiri Cable Car Bottom Station
- Chandragiri Cable Car Top Station
- Dakshinkali Temple
- Kathmandu Civil Mall
- Kathmandu University School of Management
- Royal Nepal Golf Course
- Kopan Monastery
