Things to Do in Thamel, Kathmandu Been the center of Kathmandu's tourist industry for over four decades, starting from the hippie days. It features a variety of shops, restaurants, and nightlife, with a lively atmosphere along the main streets.
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Garden of Dreams ★ 4.2 · 13.9k★
Elegant garden created in 1920, with 6 pavilions, fountains, landscaped grounds, urns & birdhouses.
Every day 9 AM – 9 PM
"Cashmere Bliss" - (Whispered Elegance in Cashmere & Pashmina) ★ 4.9 · 528
Nepal Music Gallery ★ 4.7 · 672
Every day 9 AM – 8 PM
krembo Everest Outdoor Trekking Store ★ 4.9 · 159
Every day 7 AM – 11 PM
Tibet Book Store ★ 4.8 · 166
Every day 11 AM – 7 PM Where to eat & drink in Thamel
Shisha Lounge and Bar ★ 4.3 · 1.2k· $$
Every day 6 PM – 2 AM
Yala Cafe & Coffee Shop ★ 4.8 · 1.8k· Rs 500–1,000
A cafe and coffee shop that opened in 2018, specializing in breakfasts and lunches.
Every day 7:45 AM – 10 PM
Dancing Yak ★ 4.8 · 1.6k· Rs 500–3,000
A night club that provides a safe and enjoyable environment for patrons.
Every day 6 AM – 4 AM
Jasper Restaurant ★ 4.7 · 4.4k· Rs 500–1,000
A multi-cuisine restaurant in Thamel offering dining, drinks, and outdoor seating in a relaxed atmosphere.
Every day 10 AM – 1 AM
Jigri Sekuwa - Thamel ★ 4.8 · 1.2k
Every day 12 PM – 5 AM
Swarg Pure Vegetarian Restaurant ★ 4.8 · 2.3k· Rs 500–1,000
Every day 11 AM – 10:30 PM
Worth It Shots Bar ★ 5.0 · 273· Rs 1–2,000
Every day 12 AM – 12 AM
Purple Haze Rock Bar ★ 4.4 · 3.7k· $$
A large stage for live, American-style rock shows anchors this buzzy nightspot for drinks & dancing.
Every day 7 PM – 1:30 AM
Sherpa Pub and Sports Bar ★ 4.8 · 323· Rs 500–2,500
The best pub in town, If you are looking for a nice pub in Kathmandu valley you should visit this place. Love it ??
Every day 12 PM – 11:30 PM
Drift Cafe ★ 5.0 · 167· Rs 1–500
Titos Pub ★ 4.8 · 213· Rs 500–2,500
Mon–Thu 4 PM – 2 AM
Fri 4 PM – 3 AM
Sat 4 PM – 3 AM
Sun 4 PM – 2 AM Planning time in Thamel?
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1 Garden of Dreams 2 Shisha Lounge and Bar 3 Yala Cafe & Coffee Shop 4 "Cashmere Bliss" - (Whispered Elegance in Cashmere & Pashmina) 5 Dancing Yak 6 Jasper Restaurant 7 Jigri Sekuwa - Thamel 8 Nepal Music Gallery 9 Swarg Pure Vegetarian Restaurant 10 krembo Everest Outdoor Trekking Store Ready to plan Thamel? Turn these Thamel picks into a day-by-day Kathmandu plan, with every place checked for closures and booking needs on your dates.
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