About Pokhara
Pokhara is one of Nepal's major cities, home to around 600,051 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Pokhara
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Phewa/Fewa Lake (Phewa/Fewa Tal)
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Begnas Lake (Begnas Tal)
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Rupa Lake (Rupa Tal)
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Dipang Lake (Dipang Tal)
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Devi's Falls (Patale Chhango)
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World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa)
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Sarangkot
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Kahun Dharahara
Budget travel
Free things to do in Pokhara
Phewa/Fewa Lake (Phewa/Fewa Tal)
Begnas Lake (Begnas Tal)
Rupa Lake (Rupa Tal)
Dipang Lake (Dipang Tal)
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Phewa/Fewa Lake (Phewa/Fewa Tal)
- Visit Begnas Lake (Begnas Tal)
- Visit Rupa Lake (Rupa Tal)
- Eat at Asian Teahouse
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Dipang Lake (Dipang Tal)
- Visit Devi's Falls (Patale Chhango)
- Visit World Peace Pagoda (Shanti Stupa)
- Eat at Sun Welcome
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Sarangkot
- Visit Kahun Dharahara
- Visit Paragliding
- Eat at Sweet Memories Restaurant
Where to eat
Asian Teahouse
Sun Welcome
Sweet Memories Restaurant
Tara's Restaurant (Nepalese Vegetarian)
Pokhara Java Coffee House
Godfather Pizzeria
Busy Bee Cafe
El Bocaito Español Spanish Restaurant
Where to stay
- Amrit Guest House
- Hotel Angel
- Banana Garden Lodge
- Butterfly Lodge
- Crown Hotel
Shopping
- Bhat Bhateni Supermaket & Department Store
Nightlife
- Coffee Culture Cafe
- Tushita Sushi Bar
- Bullet Basecamp
- Cafe Fusion Restaurant and Bar
- Oxygen Lounge Bar
- Club Sixteen
In pictures
Pokhara gallery
Keep exploring
