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Patan Durbar Square
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Patan Durbar Square is a historic royal complex in the center of Patan, featuring a collection of ancient palaces, courtyards, and temples built primarily in the traditional Newari style. Visitors can explore the former royal palace, now home to the Patan Museum, and admire the intricate woodcarvings, stone sculptures, and pagoda-style temples that make this square a masterpiece of medieval Nepalese architecture. The square remains a vibrant hub where locals and tourists mingle amid centuries-old structures.
Don't miss
- The Royal Palace with its three main courtyards: Mul Chowk, Sundari Chowk, and Keshav Narayan Chowk
- The 17th-century stone temple Krishna Mandir, known for its exquisite carvings
- The ancient Bhimsen Temple, dedicated to the god of trade and commerce
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Patan Durbar Square
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inPrivate Kathmandu Sightseeing Tour | UNESCO World Heritage sites5★ · 834 travelers4–10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$15 per personSee dates →
Best full dayBhaktapur & Patan Durbar Square Day Tours5★ · 124 travelers6–8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$50 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Patan Durbar & Bhaktapur Durbar Square Tour with Lunch5★ · 11 travelers4–5 hoursFree cancellationFrom$38 per personSee dates →More attractions in Patan