Visiting the historic monument zones and sightseeing places in Kathmandu, Nepal, requires an entrance fee, which varies based on the visitor's nationality. These fees are crucial for the preservation and maintenance of these invaluable cultural heritage sites
Here's a breakdown of the typical entrance fees for major monuments in and around Kathmandu
Kathmandu, a city rich in ancient history and vibrant culture, is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites and other significant monuments. Visiting these sites typically requires an entrance fee, which varies depending on the monument and the visitor's nationality (foreign nationals, SAARC nationals, or Nepalese citizens). These fees contribute to the preservation and maintenance of these historical and cultural treasures.
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Inside Kathmandu Valley | |||||
Places | Foreign Nationals | SAARC nationals | Chinese | Remarks | |
Kathmandu Durbar Square (UNESCO Heritage site) | NPR. 1000 | NPR. 150 | NPR. 1000 | Below 10 years free | |
Patan Durbar Square including Patan Museum(UNESCO Heritage site) | NPR. 1,000 | NPR. 250 | NPR. 1,000 | Entry fees for Nepalese are applicable only for Patan Museum | |
Patan Golden Temple | NPR. 50 | NPR. 20 | NPR. 50 | Closed on Buddha Jayanti | |
Bhaktapur Durbar Square(UNESCO Heritage site) | US$ 15 or NPR. 1,500 | NPR. 500 | NPR. 500 | Below 10 years free. For groups from 11-20, one tour leader can enter free. | |
National Art Museum, Bhaktapur | NPR. 150 (Extra NPR. 100 for the camera, | NPR. 50 (NPR. 50 for the camera, NPR. 150 for video camera) | NRs. 150 (NPR. 100 for the camera, NPR. 200 for video camera) | Closed on Tuesdays. The fee includes wood. | |
Swayambunath Stupa(UNESCO Heritage site) | NPR. 200 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 200 | Below 10 years free. | |
Boudhnath Stupa(UNESCO Heritage site) | NPR. 400 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 400 | Below 10 years free. | |
Pashupatinath Temple(UNESCO Heritage site) | NPR. 1,000 | NPR. 1,000. | NPR. 1,000 | Tourists can view the temple from the back premises. | |
Changunarayan Temple(UNESCO Heritage site) | NPR. 300 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 300 |
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Nagarkot | NPR. 340 | NPR. 340 | NPR. 340 |
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Garden of Dreams, Katmandu | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | Below 5 years free. NPR. 50 for 5-11 years. 25% discount for a group of 10 pax. | |
Chitwan | |||||
Chitwan National Park | NPR. 1,500 per day per entry +13% VAT | NPR. 750 per day per entry+13% VAT | NPR. 1,500 per day per entry+13% VAT | Elephant ride fare - Foreigner: NPR. 2,500; SAARC: NPR. 1,500; Nepali NPR. 500 | |
Chitwan Elephant Breeding Camp | NPR.50 | NPR. 25 | NPR. 50 |
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Elephant Bath | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 200 |
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Tharu Cultural Museum, Chitwan | NPR. 25 | NPR. 15 | NPR. 25 | Below 10 years free. | |
Lumbini | |||||
Lumbini | NPR. 200 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 200 | NRs. 16 for Indians. | |
Lumbini Museum | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | Closed on Tuesdays | |
Kapilvastu Museum | NPR. 10 | NPR. 5 | NPR. 10 | Closed on Tuesdays | |
Mayadevi Temple | NPR. 200 | NPR. 100 | NPR. 200 |
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Pokhara | |||||
International Mountain Museum, Pokhara | NPR. 400 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 400 |
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Mahadev Cave | NPR. 100 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 100 |
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Davis Fall | NPR. 30 | NPR. 30 | NPR. 30 |
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1-hour Boating in Phewa Lake | NPR. 650/ 4 Pax | NPR. 650/ 4 Pax | NPR. 650/ 4 Pax |
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2 ways Boat to Barahi Temple | NPR. 110 | NPR. 110 | NPR. 110 |
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Sarangkot | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 | NPR. 50 |
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Int. Mountain Museum | NPR. 400 | NPR. 200 | NPR. 400 |
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Others | |||||
Manakamana Cable Car Fees | USD 10 | USD 10, and for Indian NPR 750 | USD 10 |
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Chandragiri Cable Car | USD 22 | NPR 750 | USD 22 |
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Sagarmatha National Park | NPR 3000 | NPR 1500 | NPR 3000 | ||
