Kathmandu travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kathmandu
With 1.44 million inhabitants, Kathmandu is the most populous city in Nepal. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. Kathmandu deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Kathmandu
When to visit Kathmandu
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kathmandu in June, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 26 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 370 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Kathmandu, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.
How to Get to Kathmandu
Plane
When flying to Kathmandu, you’ll arrive at Kathmandu Tribhuvan (KTM), which is located 4 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Kathmandu from Australia departs from Perth and takes around 14h 25m.
Bus
Kathmandu’s bus station is located 1.5 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Kathmandu
Where to stay in Kathmandu
From 5-star hotels such as the Kathmandu Marriott Hotel to great affordable options like the Kantipur Temple House, Kathmandu offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $40 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $128 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Kathmandu Boutique Hotel and Flock Hostel Kathmandu. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Kathmandu, with prices from $9 to $369 per night. Thamel is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Kathmandu are about 40% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kathmandu
Most booked hotels in Kathmandu
Hiring a car in Kathmandu
Hiring a car in Kathmandu costs $169 per day, on average, or $337 if you want to hire it for 2 days.
Expect to pay $2.01 per litre in Kathmandu (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.06 and $32.08.