Things to do & places to visit in Central Region, Nepal

Central Region #1 destination in Nepal 2023. The average rating score is 4.34 based on 48.0k traveler reviews, of 79 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Kathmandu, current date and time: Sunday, May 12, 2024, 9:52.

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5.0 Himalayan Yoga Association Nepal (78 reviews)
- Rejuvenating Yoga experience
Sunday: 5:15 AM - 10:15 PM Paint & Pottery Studios • Sports Camps & Clinics • Cooking Classes

Shanti Yoga Academy - Yoga Teacher Training School in Kathmandu, offers 100 Hour, 200 Hour, 300 Hour & 500 Hours Yoga Teacher Training in Nepal, Registered with Yoga Alliance, USA - Hatha, Ashtanga, Kundalini Bhakti, Tantra, Mantra,& Yin Yoga Course RYS 300, 500. Best School of Yoga in Kathmandu, Nepal. See more..
5.0 Museum of Nepali Art (61 reviews)
- Great private tour with Jen
Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Museums

“The mission of the Museum of Nepali Art is to collect, preserve, document, research, and exhibit Nepali art and artistic practices. It aims to educate visitors on Nepali art leading to an understanding, appreciation and the promotion of our artistic heritage.” The Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) occupies a unique position in the art world because of its focus on Nepali artistic practices and traditions. Nepali art is a reflection of the country’s culture and soul, with an artistic history spanning over two millennia. The museum houses a collection of Nepali art that covers both its religious traditions and more recent secular manifestations. Through regular exhibition, it explores the historic and cultural influences on Nepali art practices to encourage a better understanding, appreciation and promotion of Nepali art and artists. Situated in the Kathmandu Guest House, Museum of Nepali Art (MoNA) aims to make the art works of past and present Nepali master artists easily accessible See more..
5.0 Shalom Treks (43 reviews)
- Best guides
Sunday: 1:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Visitor Centers

It is our pleasure to serve you our best quality service and experienced.We are always ready to provide you a best trip and memories.Free information of any kind of service. See more..
5.0 Evergreen Yoga Studio Chitwan (16 reviews)
- Nice yoga lesson
Spent More than 3 hours Yoga & Pilates

Located in front of the Natinal Park, just above the river,here is one of the more beautiful spot of Sauraha,the perfect place to relax and experience yoga and going inwards. Iyengar yoga style as taught by sharat's Arora method. Morning and Sunset classes, 5 days or 3 days intensive courses available. Private class also available. See more..
5.0 Dolakha Bhimsen Mandir (7 reviews)
- Place where faith and belief belongs
Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Dolakha Bhimshen is very religious and strongly belief place where Hindu culture has its own value. Bhimshen statue sweat and national disaster or crisis are correlated facts that no one can deny. Bhimshen mandir is really a power of all beliefs in Nepalese culture. See more..
4.5 Boudhanath Stupa (8.975 reviews)
- Well worth the visit
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Bouddhanath stupa is the most liked sightseeing place in Kathmandu. Visitors are required to pay NRs. 250(Foreign Nationals) NRs. 50 (SAARC Nationals) NRs. 250 (Chinese) per person (Below 10 years free) as entrance fees to the Bouddhanath. A lot of Tibetan people reside around the Stupa. And it is very famous and holy place specially of Buddhists People. It is one of the most popular world heritage site of Nepal. Breakfree Adventures offer Bouddhanath Private Sightseeing Day Tours. See more..
4.5 Swayambhunath Temple (6.280 reviews)
- Holy Swaymbhunath known also as Monkey Temple
Sunday: 4:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Religious Sites

Swayambhunath is a glorious ancient religious architecture, located in the middle of Kathmandu city. It is center of faith of both Buddhist and Hindus. See more..
4.5 Pashupatinath Temple (4.995 reviews)
- Nice holy experience
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent 1-2 hours Religious Sites

Visited in December 2022. We went to this place as part of a full day sightseeing tour. We went around 5 pm and the air was too cold. Since it is a Hindu temple, we need to remove our footwear and the cold flooring didn't help our cause. Moreover the officials were cleaning the temple with cold water. We had a good darshan (view) of the deity. We stood in line multiple times for darshan as the lines were small. We were told there will a premium line if there is crowd. As expected, the premium line has a fee. The view of deity is much better after the lights are switched on. Like in any Hindu temple, the main deity is surrounded by multiple other deities that you can walk around and pray. Like Swayambunath Temple, there are a lot of monkeys around. As long as we don't open food packets or water bottles in front of them, they will not disturb us. See more..
4.5 Garden of Dreams (4.044 reviews)
- Garden of Tranquility
Gardens

The Garden of Dreams, a neo classical historical garden, is situated in the midst of Kathmandu city, Nepal. The Garden's design has much in common with formal European gardens: paved perimeter paths, punctuated by pavilions, trellises, and various planting areas, surrounded by a sunken flower garden with a large pond at its center. It is an architectural landscape that encourages the visitor to stroll around and discover the Garden's treasures from many different vantage points. See more..
4.5 Bhaktapur Durbar Square (1.649 reviews)
- Great Day Out
Sunday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Ancient Ruins • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

The ancient city Bhaktapur lies on the Eastern part of Kathmandu valley which is also known as Bhadgaon or Khwopa. The historical monument on around signifies medieval age culture and tradition of Nepal and this old city is inhabited by indigenous Newari people in large group. you can visit to this place to experience Nepali culture,tradition,religion from right way.we are here to support you for your tours. See more..
4.5 Durbar (Central) Square (995 reviews)
- Nepal
Points of Interest & Landmarks

Most towns and cities have a durbar, or central, square. Patan's is comparatively quiet, surrounded by peaceful palace courtyards, shops and pagoda temples. See more..
4.5 Kopan Monastery (793 reviews)
- visit to Kopan
Religious Sites

Hundreds of monks and nuns live at this monastery, which offers meditation courses year round. See more..
4.5 Hanuman Dhoka (591 reviews)
- Historic
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings

Real monkeys live in this square, built to honor the mischievous and courageous monkey god Hanuman. See more..
4.5 Chitwan National Park (580 reviews)
- Most Memorable Trip
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours National Parks • Nature & Wildlife Areas

Walk through the Jungle with an experienced guide, looking for tigers, rinos, elephants, bores and bears but not actually willing to meet them face to face, however you will find a lot of poops of them. If you sign up for an elephant ride, you will see a lot of wild life, because when you are on top of the elephant, you are safe and wild life is ignoring you. Do not miss bathing with elephants. You will scrub/wash the elephant and finally you will get on top of it and the elephant will spray water on you through his trunk! See more..
4.5 Patan Museum (533 reviews)
- Hinduism and Buddhism Culture
Sunday: 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Art Museums

It takes all three floors of the meticulously restored royal palace to cover thirteen centuries of Nepal’s religious art history; easily Nepal’s leading museum. See more..
4.5 Changu Narayan (499 reviews)
- Must visit once in a life time
Religious Sites

Changu Narayan is located about seven miles east of Kathmandu. From Kathmandu you can take the bus to Bhaktapur, then take another bus to the temple. There's also a museum located on the way up to the temple. Inside the temple complex you are free to explore most of the grounds, but only priests can enter the main temple. The entrance fee for foreign nationals is 300 Nepalese rupees ($2.60 US). See more..
4.5 Chandragiri Hills (424 reviews)
- One of the best tourist places in Kathmandu
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Mountains

Chandragiri Hills Ltd is a Hospitality Company which operates cable car, restaurants & bar,conference center and branded shops in Thankot Kathmandu,with its upcoming attraction being amusement park, boutique resort, paragliding, zip flying and many more. See more..
4.5 Narayani River (413 reviews)
- Nature
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Bodies of Water

We went for a canoe ride early morning and it was amazing. We saw many crocodiles by the river bank, saw birds, and simply enjoyed nature’s display of calmness. A relax boat ride to a place in the park, We then walked back with a guide through the park where we saw monkeys and birds. Beautiful! See more..
4.5 Budhanilkantha (377 reviews)
- Jal Sayana Narayana Temple
Sunday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Religious Sites

About 10 km form the capital city of Kathmandu, the temple of Budhanilkanta temple can be found. There is nothing connected to Bhudhism here. Bhudha Nilkanta is said to mean the Old Bluethroated God. Again another confustion in the name. Usually the name Nilkanta is attributed to Lord Shiva - but is a temple of Lord Vishnu. Nevertheless the Budhists also visit temple to offer prayers here. And the Saivaits claim that claim a reclining image of Shiva can be seen under the waters of the lake during the annual Shiva festival there in August. These apart, the temple a beautiful one attracting thousands of pilgrims round the year. The 5m reclining Vishnu on the Athisesha in a pool of more than 10m is a great awesome site. People can offer worship from the padam side . A must visit in Nepal. See more..
4.5 Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar) (357 reviews)
- Brass and gold plated temple. Kinda small, nice nonetheless.
Religious Sites

This beautiful pagoda temple dates from the 14th century and is distinctive for its bright golden color. See more..
4.5 Basantapur Tower (312 reviews)
- old and classic
Lookouts

This is the tallest of four towers (or "durbars") built by King Prithvi Narayan Shah in honor of Kathmandu Valley. See more..
4.5 Nyatapola Temple (269 reviews)
- Impressively Tall Temple in Bhaktapur
Religious Sites

The Nyatapola Temple is considered to be the tallest temple in all of Nepal and is located in ancient Bhaktapur. The Temple is impressive in stature and exhibits the ancient Nepalese architecture. This temple was badly damaged by the 2015 earthquake, but now it appears to be almost fully restored. See more..
4.5 Asan (246 reviews)
- Not for the faint of heart!
Flea & Street Markets

If you are new to large Asian and middle eastern markets, hang onto your hat (and your belongings)! This bazaar is a wild experience, even for the well-heeled global traveler. You will be packed shoulder to shoulder with bikes, cars, fruit carts, and other people--to name a few things! But the noise, sights, and stalls will be something to remember. Sensory overload for sure! What can't you find at this bazaar? Recommend keeping your money close and do not bother with a large camera/any camera. Be brave and give it a try! It is sure to result in a story. See more..
4.5 Taumadhi Square (242 reviews)
- Remarkable Heritage!!!
Points of Interest & Landmarks

This is the main square upon entry to Bhaktapur Durbar Square. Entrance fee for foreigners is NPR 1,500 per person. The main attractions are the Golden Gate and Nyatapola Temple. Incredible woodcrafts and architecture. It is listed under the UNESCO World Heritage site at the Kathmandu Valley where the site is under the threat of earthquake especially in 2015. A precious heritage that worth a visit! See more..
4.5 Dakshinkali Temple (237 reviews)
- jai ma kali
Religious Sites

This temple is dedicated to the ferocious goddess Kali, to whom animals are sacrificed twice a week. See more..
4.5 55 Window Palace (191 reviews)
- Significant structure in Bhaktapur
Historic Sites

This is one of the significant structures in Bhaktapur Durbar Square with NPR 1,500 entrance fee for foreigners. Bhaktapur Durbar Square can be reached within 45 mins from Thamel district in Kathmandu by taxi which cost NPR 1,000 per trip. It was built by King Bhupatindra Malla and completed in 1784 under the reign of King Jaya Ranjit Malla who was the last king of Bhaktapur Malla Kings. Unfortunately, visitors are not allowed to enter the interior of the palace due to damage after earthquake especially 2015. It is protected under the UNESCO World Heritage which is part of the heritage in Kathmandu Valley. Nevertheless, the magnificence of the structure can still be seen from the exterior building. See more..
4.5 Jaganath (Krishna) Temple (140 reviews)
- awesome place
Religious Sites

The erotic carvings in this 17th-century temple are the source of much speculation. See more..
4.5 Namo Buddha (Stupa) (135 reviews)
- Excellent Day Trip
Spent 2-3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites

The location was quite far from Kathmandu's main city. We had been here for a family dry picnic. This place is an important Buddhist pilgrimage site in Nepal. Namo Buddha is the best place for refreshment, a magnificent view of nature and many other natural things. See more..
4.5 Manakamana Cable Car (125 reviews)
- Visit to Mannakamna temple
Taxis & Shuttles

We enjoyed the ride, the beautiful scenery, the efficiency of cable car operators. We bought foreigner tkts so didnt have to join the v v long queue. The cable car area is also very well maintained with picturesque backdrop. But at the temple it was chaotic as most Hindu temples are. No one to guide new comers, so its even more difficult to know what to do. Anyway the queue was long, a wait of 3hrs so we had to do the shortcut puja and tried to get a glimpse of the deity through the crowds entering n exiting. See more..
4.5 Krisnhna Mandir Temple (Chayasim Deval) (117 reviews)
- A romantic place to hang around in the evening - Krishna Mandir
Historic Sites • Religious Sites

This stunning temple is Nepal’s finest example of Shikhara style architecture, not quite as popular as the Pagoda style but taller and more ornate. See more..