Location: Kathmandu
Top Things to do in Kathmandu
Top 10 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Kathmandu, Central Region
Nepal’s capital is surrounded by a valley full of historic sites, ancient temples, shrines, and fascinating villages. Mingle with locals and animals amid Durbar Square’s monuments, or join mountain trekkers in the bustling Thamel District. Explore shops for exquisite work by local artisans—carpets and paper prints are specialties.
Restaurants in Kathmandu
1. Seeing Hands Clinic
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 608 reviews
Seeing Hands Clinics offer a unique massage experience from professionally-trained visually impaired massage therapists. It operates as a social enterprise, providing training and jobs for blind people in Nepal. There are four clinics in Nepal, three in Kathmandu in Thamel, Patan and Boudha, and one in Pokhara.
Reviewed By gankor - Selangor, Malaysia
I suffer from frequent neck and shoulder pain, so regularly go for massages and have tried Thai, Chinese, Turkish massage in different countries. This was easily one of the best - equal to the "professional" sports therapist I see at home. I was fortunate that there was a slot available when I walked in as it was next door to my hotel. Laxmi was my masseuse. She knew the pressure points and managed to massage away most of my knots and kinks. Booked for a 60-minute session but ended up extending to 90 minutes. Highly recommended if you're in Kathmandu - excellent massage with the opportunity to contribute to a good cause.
2. Socialtours
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5.0 based on 401 reviews
Soft adventure specialists that custom tailor experiences - half day, day and multi-day - for solo travellers, small groups and families. Experts answer your question, develop suggestions, do all bookings and deliver the experience. Sustainability certified and industry leaders who are based in Nepal. Mentions on Lonely Planet, National Geographic Adventure, and several other guide books, articles and publications. Experiences in the GO LOCAL, GET ACTIVE, GET IMMERSED and GET INVOLVED categories of products. Offer excursions, treks, soft adventure all over Nepal. All custom tailored.
3. Nepali Cooking Course - Day Class
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5.0 based on 279 reviews
Reviewed By Spicegal123 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
We took our two daughters to this cooking class and it was wonderful to do as a family. We were warmly welcomed and our kids got stuck straight into momo making and making things with a pestle and mortar - they had so much fun, especially later on trying to make sel roti!! We were certainly not experts at this!! The food we made was delicious and we can't wait to try it again ourselves - a real lovely insight into Nepali life and food, Highly recommended and don't hesitate to take kids too!!
4. Ananda Natural Therapy
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5.0 based on 754 reviews
Ananda is a medi-spa which offers wide range of hollistic treatment based on time proven traditional medicine:Ayurveda,Yoga,Naturopathy as well as Physiotherapy and Accupuncture.Our signature massage are -Ayog Massage,Fusion Massage, 5PM Massage and the signature packages are - Ananda Path,Mountain Path,Wellness Path and Beauty Path.
Reviewed By michaelgV5274LB
Very good experience Nice place friendly stay nées an Clean high ly recommended i had sauna bath it is very good
5. S.K. Handicrafts Export
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5.0 based on 310 reviews
S.K.Handicrafts Export is the "FAIR TRADE COMPANY" We are S.K. Handicrafts Exports (Shusma and Keshab Handicrafts) and we have been serving the market for past 21 years with the finest pashmina artifacts. Since the very first day of our establishment we had a vision of serving our customers with premium quality pashmina and we have been consistent till today as we are committed to go on with the same vision forever. We follow ethical guidelines while manufacturing our products and make sure our employees have the best environment to work in. We export our products to different parts of Europe and North America as a brand representing Nepal. We also work with Disable Newlife Center Nepal (DNS) by contributing a part of our profit each year. As a family business we serve all our customers like a family member and we will continue to do so with our best and premium quality products. - S.K. HANDICRAFTS EXPORT FAMILY
Reviewed By 756sisic - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
If you are looking for high quality & affordable cashmere sweaters or scarfs this is the place to be! I have been to the shop in 2018 (before hiking my way up to ME basecamp as I had a day or two to spare, I went shopping all over Kathmandu and ended up buying most things here). After coming back home (Netherlands, Europe) I regretted not buying more. Having more spare time (due to Covid19), I went to search online and found the shop I visited in 2018! At first I was a bit hesitant about ordering online and wiring money, but the shop owner Keshab assured me that it would be fine. Everything went super smooth, DHL delivery was amazingly fast (1 week, quicker than the postal service in my country nowadays in Corona times). The sweaters are of high quality. The one I bought in 2018 I wear endlessly in winter. This time I bought a few different colors and a scarf. On top of that I got a present scarf from the shop owner! I highly recommend this shop! Ps. Don’t forget to check your country’s import duties!
6. Backstreet Academy
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5.0 based on 572 reviews
Explore Nepali culture through our exclusive collection of travel experiences - carve a wooden mask, cook momos or learn pottery, the backstreets offer the richest interaction with the culture and people of a place. Immerse yourself in the de facto Nepali experience where the local backdrop retains its integrity and originality and discover a side of the city you never knew, available only through the forgotten backstreets. Backstreet Academy works with many competent yet struggling craftsmen with whom we structure a course together to teach the world about their traditional craft. Be it at their home or their workshops, we offer our guests access to a 'behind the scenes' experience that is often overlooked. This is the real local, the real Nepal, the real experience. And as you discover the backstreets, we will pair you with a facilitator who will help you translate and make sure you have a great time while making an impact. Courses available include: - Mask Carving - Stone carving - Momo Cooking Class - Dal Bhat Cooking Class - Pottery - Kite Making - Jute Bag Making - Sari Wearing - Paper Lantern Making Our other cities include: Phnom Penh | Siem Reap | Pokhara | Luang Prabang | Vientiane
7. Nepal Yoga Home
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5.0 based on 321 reviews
Yoga Teacher Training in Nepal, Yoga Retreat in Nepal, meditation classes, Yoga Healing, Yogic Detox, Acupressure Therapy, Reiki healing, Spa, and Health package with the Highly experience instructor. Also, people can enjoy Nepali cultural, hygienic, vegetarian and yogic foods.
Reviewed By 714sharadap
I am more than glad to get great schooling from this Nepal Yoga Home. I learn from more than 10 different yoga schools among of them I find this is most impressive and affordable comparing its quality of teaching, food and air conditioning room and facilities. Yoga home offers very safe and warm family environment which is very hard to get such a support. It's safe for tourist and female. I learn very well guided meditation and philosophy under very qualified teacher. I want to give score 100% for everything. Thanks for accommodating me as part of this community and family.
8. Cathedral of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By BarbGolda - Ringoes, United States
I have been wanting to get to Christmas Mass here for three years and finally made it there tonight. It is difficult to find and to find a mass schedule. With the help of Phuri from Himalayan Friends Trekking, we got there for the whole mass and some wonderful carols before time. It was amazing! We are blessed. I attended with my husband, son and his fiance.
9. Mandala Studio Yoga & Spa
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5.0 based on 414 reviews
Mandala Studio Yoga & Spa is located in the heart of Thamel, Kathmandu. Our professionally trained staff for Spa services and world class yoga facilities will guarantee you a divine experience of sheer joy and relaxation. We offer various packages for short stay, long stay and customer rewarding programs.
Reviewed By ConnyH484 - Hong Kong, China
I did a hot stone massage and a flow yoga lesson with Nima. Both of her class and massage was great.
10. Nepal Cooking School
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5.0 based on 723 reviews
Nepal's best cooking class. Visit the real local market to buy the freshest ingredients and return back to class by rickshaw - the way locals do. Learn about the ingredients and techniques from our experienced Nepali chef, then prepare, cook and eat 4 delicious courses of traditional Nepali food - 3 classes daily 9 am, 1.30 pm and 4:30 pm.
Reviewed By millefj - Randers, Denmark
This cooking class was so good! We got to be the first class to do it at night; we went to the local market to buy our vegetables, and enjoyed a rickshaw ride to the school. The place was great for cooking and we learned so much about nepalese cooking and the delicious recipes. The women teaching us was so sweet and made us all laugh so many times, and learning from locals was unique. Thank you so much for this experience.
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