Patan Half-Day Tour: Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site and City of Art in Kathmandu
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Patan (Lalitpur)
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site and city of art in Kathmandu with a half-day tour of Patan. Explore ancient temples, the renowned Patan Museum, and learn about the unique culture and heritage of this fascinating city.
Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Patan Gate - This is the entry gate of Durbar Square. We enter from here and start to see typical Newari Culture.
  • Durbar (Central) Square - Among the three Durbar Square in Kathmandu valley, Patan Durbar Square is also the famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We can visit many beautiful temples like Krishna Mandir, Bhimsen Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Taleju Bhawani Temple, and Newar Architecture.
  • Patan Museum - We will visit the Patan Museum which is the best part to see the old culture and traditions.
  • Golden Temple (Hiranya Varna Mahavihar) - Hiranya Varna Mahavihar formally called The Golden Temple is a historical vihara (Buddhist monastery). It is famous for feeding rats.
  • Jaganath (Krishna) Temple - We can see this unique Krishna Temple inside the Durbar Square area.
  • Bhimsen Temple - Bhimsen Temple was built by Srinivasa Malla in 1680. It is renowned for its three interconnected golden windows. Bhimsen is a great personality in Mahabharata.
What's Included
  • Professional guide
  • All fees and taxes included
  • Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private vehicle transportation
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Patan, a city known for its rich art and culture, is located just below the Bagmati River in Kathmandu. Acknowledged as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Patan is a splendid spot that used to be an autonomous kingdom. It boasts its own Durbar Square, age-old temples and the renowned Patan Museum, showcasing some of Nepal’s best art pieces.

The half-day Patan tour begins at Patan Durbar Square, traveled to in a private vehicle. These intimate group tours are led by a highly experienced guide knowledgeable about the city’s unique customs, religion, and history. Notably, Patan is also home to a large population of Buddhists, with numerous awe-inspiring stupas interspersed with Hindu art. The duration of the tour, inclusive of transportation, is approximately 4 hours.

  • Dress code is smart casual
Location
Patan Gate
Patandhoka Road
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Us09051
Jun 19, 2019
Great tour of Patan and learned lots of Nepal's history and religions - We had an excellent tour of Patan with a very knowledgeable and professional tour guide, Som. We would never have known how to walk through all of the various buildings/temples without his expert guidance. We also learned a lot of the history of Patan as one of the three durbar squares and the religious aspects related to the beautiful temples and statues. A must-do tour while visiting Nepal.
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