Bhaktapur
Bhaktapur is the third royal city of the valley, largely car-free, with brick lanes, potters' squares and temple plazas that survived the 2015 earthquake better than expected. Staying overnight means having the squares to yourself early and late. It is 45 minutes from central Kathmandu.
How long to stay
October to April; festivals cluster around Bisket Jatra in April.
Typical daily budget
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Best time to go
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Is Bhaktapur right for your trip?
Based on what this guide covers, not a score. This is what Bhaktapur is known for.
Great for
- History & culture
- Couples
Less of a focus
- Food
- Nightlife
- Nature
- Family
- Solo
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Top things to do
Bhaktapur Durbar Square
Entrance $18 · VerifiedBhaktapur
A royal square of palace gates, stone sculpture and the Nyatapola five-tier pagoda a short walk away.
Pottery Square
Entrance $15 · VerifiedBhaktapur
An open square where clay is still thrown and dried in the sun by the city's potter families.
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Popular activities
Bhaktapur pottery workshop
Throw and fire a piece with a potter family in the old town.
Newar heritage walk
Guided walk through the brick lanes, water tanks and temple courtyards.