Kathmandu, the capital city of Nepal, is renowned for its remarkable history and ancient artifacts. The city is both naturally as well as culturally beautiful. And as a central hub, you can find all the adventurous activities to do. Not only that, there are places like Thamel, Durbarmarg, Basantapur that bring life to every night when you’re in Kathmandu.
So, take a break from your bustling daily routine, and get ready to know more about the nightlife in Kathmandu. With the best bars and nightclubs, Kathmandu has one of the best nightlife in South Asia. Moreover, it’s safe and sound for everyone. The average cost of a night out in Kathmandu city is nominal. Depending on your budget, you can find a ton of options to hang out and feel relaxed.
Having said that, here are some of our top picks that you shouldn’t miss if you want to enjoy the nightlife in Kathmandu to the fullest:
1. LOD - Lord of the Drinks: It’s one of the youngest clubs in Nepal yet currently it’s the most famous nightclub for youngsters and foreigners. It has great lighting with hydraulic chandeliers, lasers, and LCD panels. With its amazing concert-style stage, the place features the sound system of international standards. So, this was our top pick amongst the nightclubs. Whilst, other famous options could be Club Dejavu, Prive Nepal, Purple Haze, Club OMG, Irish Pub, and others.
2. Sam’s Bar: Sam’s Bar is the place to spend the cozy evening and socialize over drinks. As the oldest and best bar in Nepal, they offer a variety of good drinks. Their cocktails are spot on so whilst you’re there you must try them. The place is meant for socializing and drinks so you won’t find any food on the menu except popcorn.
3. Thamel Street and Basantapur: You can enjoy the night at Kathmandu by simply strolling around the streets of Thamel and Basantapur. The special thing is at night time the crowd is less and you can fully enjoy the beautiful setting of the entire place on your own. You can shop in the local markets there and get attractive stuff at reasonable rates.