1-Day Patan Durbar Square Sightseeing Tour with Palace and Museum

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the old palace and museum at Patan Durbar Square
• 02 See important temples inside the square, including Krishna Mandir and Bhimsen Temple
• 03 Discover a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its cultural and architectural heritage
• 04 Experience one of Kathmandu Valley's celebrated medieval royal squares

Explore Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal, and discover its sturdy old palace, sacred art collections at the museum, and important temples within the square. This sightseeing tour introduces the cultural and architectural heritage of Patan, including landmarks such as Krishna Mandir and Bhimsen Temple. Enjoy a focused heritage experience in one of Kathmandu Valley's most celebrated medieval royal squares.

Explore Patan Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Nepal, and discover its sturdy old palace, sacred art collections at the museum, and important temples within the square.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kathmandu, Patan

Languages English, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Patan Durbar Square Heritage Sightseeing

• You will be picked up from the hotel and driven to Patan Durbar Square, about 30 minutes from Kathmandu city centre.
• Upon arrival, purchase the entrance tickets and begin the cultural and heritage tour.
• Visit the old palace, museum, temple, and monastery inside the square.
• Later, drive back to the hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Half-day sightseeing tour with an English/Spanish-speaking tour guide
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off by private AC car
• Monument entrance fee

What's Not Included

• Tips
• Personal expenses
• Meals
• Bottled drinks
• Beverages

What to bring

• It is advised to wear a full-sleeved shirt and pants, along with comfortable sports shoes, sneakers, or sandals.

Know before you go

• Avoid revealing clothes and leather shoes. It is advised not to talk with street vendors or offer anything to beggars.
• Patan Durbar Square was recently declared a "Crafts City" by the World Crafts Council. It is one of the main attractions for tourists who love to roam around medieval old towns. It is one of the World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu and allows you to learn in detail about the Malla Dynasty and the masterpiece of Newari architecture. The old palace square became more popular after the Hollywood movie "Doctor Strange" was filmed here. Besides the numerous temples and monasteries, the narrow lanes, beautiful courtyards, local cuisines, and handicraft showrooms are other significant attractions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Patan Durbar Square, Himalayan Singing Bowl & Healing Centre, Lalitpur, Nepal

Tour start

Kathmandu 44600, Nepal

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.