Old Kathmandu Walking Tour: Asan Market & Local Bazaars

Explore Authentic Kathmandu Streets & Markets

You’ll walk through Kathmandu’s oldest neighborhoods with someone who knows every shortcut and story. Expect lively markets, real daily rituals, and plenty of sensory surprises: perfect if you want to see beyond the usual sights.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Old Kathmandu Markets

• Visit Asan, Indrachowk, Beads bazar, Bangemudha, Nardevi

The experience

The first thing that hit me was the mix of incense and fresh vegetables in the air: Asan Market wakes up early, and so did we. Our guide, Suman, waved us through a maze of tiny lanes where scooters zipped past baskets of chillies and ginger. I caught a glimpse of women bargaining for spices, their laughter rising above the morning chatter. If you’re into people-watching, this place is gold.

We ducked into Indrachowk next: louder here, with bells ringing from a nearby temple and street vendors calling out for customers. Suman pointed out a stall selling glass beads. Apparently, it’s been run by the same family for generations. The Beads Bazaar felt like a secret world, so many colors packed into such a small space. At Bangemudha, we paused by an old peepal tree where locals tied threads for luck. I noticed the smell changed here: less spice, more incense and sweet snacks from a nearby cart.

What’s included

• You’ll have a friendly local guide leading the way, sharing stories you won’t find in guidebooks.
• All expert info is included.
• Just bring your curiosity (and maybe comfy shoes).

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 14:45

AgesAdult (21 to 50 years) · Senior (51 to 70 years) · Youth (13 to 20 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Low physical effortStroller-friendly

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 20 years); Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the tour last?

It usually takes about 3 hours, but there’s no rush. We go at your pace.

Do we visit any temples inside?

No formal temple visits inside, but we pass several shrines and can stop outside for photos or stories if you like.