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Kathmandu with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Kathmandu is fascinating for families, with monkeys, stupas and cable cars. Here is how to spend a family trip in Nepal’s capital — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Monkey Temple
  2. 2Boudhanath
  3. 3Cable car
  4. 4Bhaktapur

Visit the Monkey Temple

Climb to Swayambhunath and spot monkeys.

Circle the stupa

Spin prayer wheels at Boudhanath.

Ride a cable car

Take the Chandragiri cable car for views.

Kathmandu with kids — FAQ

Is Kathmandu good for kids?
Yes — the monkeys at Swayambhunath, the giant prayer wheels and stupa at Boudhanath, the Chandragiri cable car and the medieval city of Bhaktapur make Kathmandu a fascinating, hands-on destination for children.
What are the best things to do in Kathmandu with children?
Top family picks are the Swayambhunath Monkey Temple, the Boudhanath stupa, the Chandragiri Hills cable car, and exploring Bhaktapur’s squares.
Is Kathmandu easy to visit with kids?
Yes — with private guided tours, short distances between sites and family-friendly attractions, Kathmandu works well with children, though the traffic and air quality can be intense.