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The 6 Best Patan Tours from Kathmandu

6 tours  ·  from $28

Patan is fifteen minutes over the Bagmati and still full of working bronze casters. These 6 tours cover the Durbar Square and the Krishna Mandir, the museum, and the workshops in the lanes behind, priced and timed.

Bhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square Day Tours - Taumadhi Square brings the big visual moment
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Bhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square Day Tours

1.Bhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square Day Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · from $50Our pick

Set out at 9:15 am in a private air-conditioned vehicle with a local English-speaking guide, such as Rajendra Manandhar. Visit Bhaktapur’s three main squares, Patan Durbar Square, its carved courtyards, and the 12th-century Golden Temple. Allow 6 to 8 hours, plus entrance fees.

“We have visited tei cities. Patan and bhaktapur. Our guide, Rajendra Manandhar, was kind, patient and very aknowledges. He told us a lot about the history and also took pictures of us. I can truly reccomend. Thank you for this great experience.”

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Kathmandu: Private Patan and Bhaktapur Sightseeing Tour - Patan Durbar Square and Its Carved Royal Details
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Kathmandu: Private Patan and Bhaktapur Sightseeing Tour

2.Private Patan and Bhaktapur Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 64 reviews · from $49

Visit UNESCO-listed Patan and Bhaktapur with a private vehicle, hotel pickup, and an English-speaking guide. See Patan Durbar Square, Nyathapole Temple, the Golden Gate, 55 Window Palace, museums, temples, and courtyards. Guides Shankar Bhattarai and Dishee are praised for clear historical detail and flexible touring.

“It was a very interesting and informative tour. The guide was punctual, very friendly and competent. We recommend the tour.”

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Patan and Bhaktapur City Full Day Tour - Bhaktapur: a medieval town in full view
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Patan and Bhaktapur City Full Day Tour

3.Patan and Bhaktapur City Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 6 hours · from $50

Spend about six hours with a private English or Spanish-speaking guide in Patan and Bhaktapur. See royal squares, the Golden Temple, Nyatapola Temple, and Dattatraya Square, with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and time for questions, photos, food, and shopping.

“We visited Bhaktapur and Patan with our guide, Siri, and had a truly wonderful experience. He was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and organized the itinerary perfectly, allowing us to get the most out of both cities in a relaxed yet informative way. Siri provided fascinating insights into the history, culture, and architecture at each site, making the experience so much more meaningful. Both Bhaktapur and Patan were stunning, each with their own unique charm and atmosphere. Half a day in each city felt ideal—just enough time to explore the highlights, enjoy the ambiance, and not feel rushed. We highly recommend this tour for anyone wanting to immerse themselves in the rich…”

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City tour of Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Square - Krishna Mandir and the Patan Museum
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City tour of Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Square

4.City tour of Bhaktapur and Patan Durbar Square

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · from $110

Spend about eight hours with a private guide exploring Patan and Bhaktapur, including Krishna Mandir, the Patan Museum, Nyatapola Temple, Dattatreya Temple, and the 55-Window Palace. Pickup is available inside Kathmandu’s Ring Road, including Boudha.

“A well guided and informative tour. I would definitely recommend thanks to our excellent guide.”

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Patan Heritage Tour - Private/Small Group - The Golden Temple and Newar Buddhist traditions
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Patan Heritage Tour – Private/Small Group

5.Patan Heritage Tour – Private/Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews

Walk Patan with an English-speaking guide in a group of no more than five. Visit Ganesh Mandir, the Golden Temple, Patan Durbar Square, and Patan Museum, while learning about Newar Buddhism, Malla rulers, and daily life in the old city. Guides have included Santosh, Santos, Shreya Karki, and Baje.

“It was the first time I used the services of a guide while traveling and Santos set a high bar! Not only is he passionate and knowledgeable about Nepal, he really tailored the trip to our interests. Santos was charming company throughout”

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Kathmandu Bike Tour: Patan Heritage & Newari Food by Bike

6.Kathmandu Bike Tour: Patan Heritage & Newari Food by Bike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $28Best value

Ride by motorbike from Kathmandu to Patan with guide Biraj or another English or Hindi speaking local guide. Visit Patan Durbar Square and Golden Temple, explore old lanes, and taste Newari favorites such as bara, choila, chatamari, samay baji, and yomari.

“This activity was very interesting. I went around Durban Square in Patan, in Golden Temple and then had a delicious meal in a small but very nice place. It was worth the experience with the motorbike. The guide was also very friendly.”

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