Kathmandu Durbar Square & Old Town Free Walking Tour
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Kathmandu Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal
Old Town, Kathmandu, Nepal
1N (Participation Duration)
Walking (Transportation)
English, Chinese, French, Japanese (Language)
Number of participants 0/25
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Tour description
Step into a living museum on this free walking tour of old Kathmandu. With a local guide you'll explore the temple-packed Durbar Square, once the seat of Nepal's kings, and glimpse the home of the Kumari, the living goddess. Wander from historic Freak Street into the bustling markets of Ason and Indra Chowk, discover hidden courtyards, shrines and pagoda-roofed temples, and hear tales of Newar craftsmanship, Hindu and Buddhist traditions and the 2015 earthquake recovery. Pick up insider tips on momos, Newari food and the best rooftop mountain views. Free to join — simply tip your guide whatever you feel it was worth at the end. Note: Durbar Square has a separate entry fee for the monument zone.
Meeting point:
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Kathmandu Durbar Square, by the Kasthamandap area
Look for your guide holding a yellow "FREE WALKING TOUR" sign. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. No deposit required.
Detailed itinerary
Stop 1 – Meet on the temple-packed Kathmandu Durbar Square.
Stop 2 – The Kumari Ghar, home of the living goddess.
Stop 3 – Historic Freak Street of the 1960s hippie trail.
Stop 4 – The bustling Indra Chowk and Ason markets.
Stop 5 – Hidden courtyards, shrines and pagoda-roofed temples.
Stop 6 – Newar craft workshops and old squares.
Final stop – End near Thamel with tips on momos, Newari food and the best rooftop mountain views (Durbar Square has a separate monument-zone fee).
Stop 2 – The Kumari Ghar, home of the living goddess.
Stop 3 – Historic Freak Street of the 1960s hippie trail.
Stop 4 – The bustling Indra Chowk and Ason markets.
Stop 5 – Hidden courtyards, shrines and pagoda-roofed temples.
Stop 6 – Newar craft workshops and old squares.
Final stop – End near Thamel with tips on momos, Newari food and the best rooftop mountain views (Durbar Square has a separate monument-zone fee).
Tour price includes
• Professional local guide (languages as listed above, subject to availability)\n• Guided walking tour of about 3 hours\n• Local history, culture and hidden-gem commentary\n• Insider tips on food, cafés and what to see next\n• Small, friendly group with plenty of photo stops
Tour price excludes
• Food and drinks\n• Hotel pick-up and drop-off\n• Public transport and entrance fees to monuments or museums\n• Gratuities / tips for the guide (this is a tip-based tour)\n• Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation at any time — this is a free, tip-based walking tour, so there is never a cancellation charge. Please message your guide in advance if your plans change. Tours run rain or shine; in bad weather the guide may adjust the route for comfort.
Other notes
Departs daily with several start times. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water and weather-appropriate clothing. Suitable for all ages.
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