Thamel

Kathmandu's main tourist district, a maze of narrow streets packed with shops and budget lodging, and the usual base for first-time visitors.

Thamel appears in 12 of the 16 Kathmandu vlogs we indexed, first in 2017, most recently in 2026.

12 moments in vlogs

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  1. Sun Kissed Bucket List

    Our FIRST DAY in Kathmandu ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต You WONโ€™T Believe What NEPAL Is Like in 2026!

    Holi-themed t-shirts sell for about 250 rupees; trekking brand gear, pashminas, antiques and magnets are everywhere.
  2. Cal McKinley

    10 Amazing Things to do in Kathmandu, Nepal | Go Local

    Wander an hour or two away from the heart of the market to find the more interesting surrounding neighbourhoods.
  3. Alex Again

    72 Hours in Kathmandu! Asia's Most Underrated City?

    Look for yak wool, cashmere and organic clothing; rooms start around $5 a night.
  4. Flora and Note

    Our FIRST TIME In Nepal ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ตMagical First Day In KATHMANDU

  5. Nomac Guides

    15 BEST THINGS TO DO in Kathmandu Nepal in 2026 ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต

    Stays lively well past 10โ€“10:30 pm, when most of the rest of the city has closed.
  6. Exotic Vacation

    How to Spend 3 Days in KATHMANDU Nepal

    Recommended as the main base for budget to mid-range stays, from 10 USD per night.
  7. Traveling Butler

    The Kathmandu, Nepal City Guide, for Tourists by Tourists | Ep. #09 | Essentials to Know

    The one-lane streets have virtually no sidewalks, so watch for cars.
  8. Before You Go

    Kathmandu Nepal Travel Guide: 13 Best Things to Do in Kathmandu

    Many venues have live music and DJ sets late into the night.
  9. Brief

    Tanya Law Bedi

    Nepal vlog 1: Kathmandu with my mom!๐ŸŒธโญ๏ธ๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต

  10. Midlife Travel Tales

    Kathmandu, Nepal: Is this Asia's Most Underrated City?

    ATMs charge about 850 rupees per withdrawal, so take out the maximum each time.
  11. Gypsy in Sneakers

    Best Things to do in KATHMANDU, Nepal

    The place to buy trekking gear at very good prices before hiking in Nepal.
  12. Travel with Fawn

    Top 10 things to do in Kathmandu

    Some healing centres offer free daily sound bath classes with singing bowls and gongs, and sell singing bowls.

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