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.

Garden of DreamsBotanical Garden
Shisha Lounge and BarLounge
Yala Cafe & Coffee ShopCoffee Shop

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Top things to do in Thamel

Garden of Dreams
★ 4.2 · 13.9k
Botanical Garden★
Elegant garden created in 1920, with 6 pavilions, fountains, landscaped grounds, urns & birdhouses.
Every day
9 AM – 9 PM
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"Cashmere Bliss" - (Whispered Elegance in Cashmere & Pashmina)
★ 4.9 · 533
Craft Workshop
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Nepal Music Gallery
★ 4.7 · 672
Record Store
Every day
9 AM – 8 PM
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Tibet Book Store
★ 4.8 · 166
Bookstore
Every day
11 AM – 7 PM
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Where to eat & drink in Thamel

Shisha Lounge and Bar
★ 4.3 · 1.2k
Lounge· $$
Every day
6 PM – 2 AM
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Yala Cafe & Coffee Shop
★ 4.8 · 1.8k
Coffee Shop· Rs 500–1,000
A cafe and coffee shop that opened in 2018, specializing in breakfasts and lunches.
Every day
7:45 AM – 10 PM
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Dancing Yak
★ 4.8 · 1.6k
Nightclub· Rs 500–3,000
A night club that provides a safe and enjoyable environment for patrons.
Every day
6 AM – 4 AM
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Jasper Restaurant
★ 4.7 · 4.3k
Restaurant· Rs 500–1,000
A multi-cuisine restaurant in Thamel offering dining, drinks, and outdoor seating in a relaxed atmosphere.
Every day
10 AM – 1 AM
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Swarg Pure Vegetarian Restaurant
★ 4.8 · 2.2k
Vegetarian· Rs 500–1,000
Every day
10 AM – 11 PM
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Worth It Shots Bar
★ 5.0 · 267
Bar· Rs 1–2,000
Every day
12 AM – 12 AM
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Purple Haze Rock Bar
★ 4.4 · 3.7k
Bar· $$
A large stage for live, American-style rock shows anchors this buzzy nightspot for drinks & dancing.
Every day
7 PM – 1:30 AM
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Sherpa Pub and Sports Bar
★ 4.8 · 309
Sports Bar· 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
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Titos Pub
★ 4.8 · 213
Irish Pub· 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
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Home Bar
★ 4.8 · 141
Bar· Rs 500–1,000
A bar offering a blend of relaxation and fun, featuring a snooker pool.
Every day
4 PM – 5:30 AM
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Drift Cafe
★ 5.0 · 167
Café & Bakery· Rs 1–500
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Bubbles & Berries
★ 4.8 · 315
Café & Bakery· Rs 1–500
Mon–Thu
7 AM – 11:30 PM
Fri
7 AM – 1 AM
Sat
7 AM – 1 AM
Sun
7 AM – 1 AM
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