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"The Himalayan Postcard Town"

Nagarkot Tourism

Located at a mere 28-kilometre drive away from Kathmandu, Nagarkot offers one of the best views of the Himalayas in the entire region as it has an altitude of 7000 feet (2000 metres)! Perched at the edge of Kathmandu Valley, Nagarkot gives you one of the widest panoramas of the Himalayan ranges - you can spot 8 out of the 13 Himalayan ranges from the comfort of your hotel. The mighty Annapurna, Manaslu, Langtang, Jugal, Everest, Numbur, Ganesh Himal and the Rolwaling ranges can be seen from Nagarkot on a clear day!

An erstwhile summer retreat of Nepali, Indian and British royalty, this village rose to fame after tourists thronged the area in recent years. The idyllic village sits serenely in the midst of nature - the only sounds you can hear are the birds chirping and the breeze whistling through the pines.

One great advantage of this viewpoint is the close proximity to the capital, which means that you can easily access Nagarkot from Kathmandu without spending too much time and money on travel. Accommodation is also cheap here, as is the food - Nagarkot clearly wins on all fronts!

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Nightlife in Nagarkot

There is no nightlife in Nagarkot and most of the shops close after sunset.

Shopping in Nagarkot

The options for shopping in Nagarkot are limited. Hence most tourists prefer to shop in Kathmandu which is just 28-kilometres from Nagarkot. Mala Shop is the only place in Nagarkot that sells souvenirs and gift items. 

Exchanging Money in Nagarkot

The best option to exchange your currency is from the Kathmandu International Airport.

Currency in Nagarkot

Nepalese Rupee is the official and only accepted currency in Nagarkot. You will find many ATMs in Nagarkot.

History of Nagarkot

Nagarkot was an ancient fort of the Kathmandu valley built to monitor the external activities of other kingdoms. Later, it became a summer retreat for the royal family before becoming popular as an international hill station.

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How to Reach Nagarkot

How to Reach Overview

Nagarkot is around 30km from Kathmandu International airport. The best way to reach is to take taxi from the airport.

How to reach Nagarkot by flight

Kathmandu International Airport is 30 km from Nagarkot. You can take bus or taxi from there.

How to reach Nagarkot by road

Taxis are available from Kathmandu to Nagarkot which takes around an hour.

How to reach Nagarkot by bus

The major bus stations located near Nagarkot are Green Line Bus Station, Chautara Bus Station, Gongabu Bus Station and Maitidevi Micro Bus Station.

Local transport in Nagarkot

Everything in Nagarkot is at walking distance from each other. The place also provides beautiful hikes.

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Route Name Distance Time
Kathmandu to Nagarkot 27 kms 1 hour 11 minutes

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What are the places near Nagarkot?

The top places near to Nagarkot are Kathmandu which is 17 km from Nagarkot, Pokhara which is located 159 km from Nagarkot, Janakpur which is located 118 km from Nagarkot, Lumbini which is located 196 km from Nagarkot, Bhaktapur which is located 8 km from Nagarkot

How much does a package cost for Nagarkot?

The packages for Nagarkot start at INR 8800 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What is the best way to reach Nagarkot?

Nagarkot is around 30km from Kathmandu International airport. The best way to reach is to take taxi from the airport.
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What is the local food in Nagarkot?

You can find Nepalese and Indian cuisine in almost all the restaurants in Nagarkot. Cafe du Mont is the most prefered restaurant by tourists as it provides a splendid view of the Himalayas.
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What is the best time to visit Nagarkot?

The best time to visit Nagarkot are during the Spring months of March, April, and early Winters of October, November. The climate is pleasant in spring, and the hills look very pretty with the most colourful flowers in full bloom. You can enjoy activities like hiking and paragliding to the fullest during these months. May-September is the summer in Nagarkot, and the heat will make outdoor activities a little difficult. There are sometimes heavy rainfall as well which makes it tough to stay there as a tourist. November-February are the winter months in Nagarkot, and the temperature starts to drop rapidly. There’s a lot of mist and fog because of the heightened humidity all year round. During the evening and night, the visibility gets reduced and touring out at this hour might seem a little problematic.
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