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Discover Nepal

Discover Nepal

Why visit Nepal?

Nepal offers soaring Himalayan peaks, serene valleys, and living traditions in its ancient towns. You can experience both adventure and quiet reflection in one compact, welcoming country.

What to expect

From Kathmandu’s historic squares and stupas to gateway towns leading towards Mount Everest and the Annapurna region, Nepal brings together trekking, culture, and spiritual heritage in dramatic mountain landscapes.

Plan your trip

Use Kathmandu as your entry point before heading into the hills, national parks, or heritage towns. Nepal also connects easily with wider South Asia, making it ideal for combining city exploration and high-altitude escapes.

Top experiences in Nepal

Explore Kathmandu’s ancient plazas

Wander Kathmandu Durbar Square and neighbouring historic quarters to see intricate wooden palaces, courtyards, and temples that tell the story of the former royal city.

Visit Swayambhunath and Boudhanath stupas

Climb to Swayambhunath for sweeping city views, then circle the vast Boudhanath stupa, surrounded by prayer wheels, traditional workshops, and peaceful rooftop terraces.

Head towards the Himalayas

Use Kathmandu as the starting point for treks and scenic flights that reveal snow-capped giants, terraced hillsides, and remote villages perched along ancient trails.

Discover historic townscapes in the valley

Take day trips from Kathmandu to nearby heritage towns, where brick lanes, carved windows, and centuries-old shrines line the streets.

Experience Nepal’s living crafts

Explore neighbourhoods known for metalwork, thangka painting, and handwoven textiles, meeting artisans who still practise skills passed down through generations.

Unwind in tranquil courtyards

Pause in inner courtyards and garden cafés hidden behind busy streets, where carved façades and soft light create a calm retreat from the city’s energy.

Sunrise viewpoints near Kathmandu

Travel to nearby hilltop viewpoints for sunrise, where the first light paints distant Himalayan peaks in shades of pink and gold on clear mornings.

Experience Nepal’s way of life

Getting around

From Kathmandu, domestic flights link you quickly with major regional gateways, while local buses, taxis, and private vehicles connect nearby towns and viewpoints around the valley and beyond.

Local life & culture

You will see shrines, courtyards, and community spaces woven into everyday life, with festivals, pageants, and traditional music often spilling into the streets and squares.

Where to unwind

Relax in garden hotels, meditation centres, and hillside retreats, or take gentle walks through terraced fields and forested ridges for quiet views of the surrounding mountains.

A taste of Nepal

National dishes & specialties

You can try hearty rice and lentil sets with seasonal sides, savoury dumplings, and noodle soups, which are staple favourites in Kathmandu and across the hill regions.

Casual & modern dining hubs

In Kathmandu, lively neighbourhoods serve everything from local comfort food to Asian and Western flavours, with cafés and bakeries offering quick, relaxed meals between sightseeing.

Signature & scenic dining

Enjoy rooftop restaurants with views over historic squares, terrace cafés overlooking the city, and hilltop lodges where meals are served with sweeping Himalayan panoramas.

Retail therapy in Nepal

Malls & lifestyle hubs

Kathmandu features modern shopping centres with international brands alongside local boutiques, giving you convenient places to pick up clothing, accessories, and travel essentials.

Markets & local crafts

Browse Kathmandu’s markets and specialist streets for handwoven shawls, metalware, and artwork, with neighbouring valley towns known for traditional woodcarving and pottery.

Evening retail scene

After dark, busy streets in central Kathmandu stay lively with lit shopfronts, handicraft stalls, and cafés, creating a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere for an evening stroll.

Best time to visit Nepal

Peak season runs from October to November, with clear skies and mild days around 15–25°C (59–77°F), ideal for city sightseeing and mountain views. Shoulder season from March to May is warmer at roughly 18–28°C (64–82°F), with blooming hillsides but some haze. Low season from June to September is the monsoon, when rain and cloud are more frequent and temperatures average 20–30°C (68–86°F), though quieter streets and lush landscapes appeal to some travellers.

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