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Baluwatar in Kathmandu

Things to Do in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

Home to the Prime Minister's official residence and the Presidential Palace, with government offices and the Nepal Rastra Bank nearby. It's a well-developed area close to downtown, with easy access to Lazimpat and Gairidhara.

Home to the Prime Minister's official residence and the Presidential Palace, with government offices and the Nepal Rastra Bank nearby. It's a well-developed area close to downtown, with easy access to Lazimpat and Gairidhara.

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By TripSapien · Updated October 13, 2026

Top things to do in Baluwatar

  • Books Mandala in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    Books Mandala

    ★ 4.5 · 702
    Bookstore

    A bookstore offering an extensive collection of genuine, quality books, from Nepalese Literature to International Bestsellers, at fair prices.

    Every day
    10 AM – 8 PM

Where to eat & drink in Baluwatar

  • Restaurant illustration for Jigri Sekuwa - Baluwatar

    Jigri Sekuwa - Baluwatar

    ★ 4.7 · 1.5k
    Restaurant· Rs 500-3,000
    Every day
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • The Urvin's Garden Restaurant in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    The Urvin's Garden Restaurant

    ★ 4.6 · 1.7k
    Italian· Rs 500–3,000

    A pet-friendly restaurant in Kathmandu known for its Italian courtyard ambiance, wood-fired pizzas, diverse breakfast menu, and live music on weekend evenings.

    Every day
    7:30 AM – 10 PM
  • Bagaichā in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    Bagaichā

    ★ 4.5 · 1.6k
    Indian

    A multi-cuisine restaurant in Kathmandu known for its refined dishes, including momos and Indian samosas, and for hosting family events.

    Every day
    10:30 AM – 11:30 PM
  • Cafè Arica in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    Cafè Arica

    ★ 4.7 · 149
    Restaurant· Rs 500–1,000
    Every day
    7 AM – 9 PM
  • Cafe Central in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    Cafe Central

    ★ 4.7 · 118
    Café & Bakery· Rs 500–1,000
    Every day
    7 AM – 9 PM
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  • Samsara Garden in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    Samsara Garden

    ★ 4.3 · 701
    Restaurant
  • TGF-The Green Fork Restaurant & Bar in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    TGF-The Green Fork Restaurant & Bar

    Restaurant
    Every day
    8 AM – 10 PM
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  • Elements Restaurant & Bar in Baluwatar, Kathmandu

    Elements Restaurant & Bar

    ★ 4.4 · 286
    Restaurant
    Every day
    7 AM – 10 PM

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Map of Baluwatar with pinned top attractions (1 through 9)
  1. 1Books Mandala
  2. 2Jigri Sekuwa - Baluwatar
  3. 3The Urvin's Garden Restaurant
  4. 4Bagaichā
  5. 5Cafè Arica
  6. 6Cafe Central
  7. 7Samsara Garden
  8. 8TGF-The Green Fork Restaurant & Bar
  9. 9Elements Restaurant & Bar

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