Walking distance from Swayambhunath to Narayanhiti Palace
Kathmandu Valley, NP
Distance
3.41 km
2.12 mi
Walking time
46 min
at a regular pace
Travel time by mode
🚶Walking46 minrecommended
🚴Cycling13 minif bike-friendly
🚗Driving6 mindepending on traffic
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Walking the route
- Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops at Swayambhunath or Narayanhiti Palace.
- The route runs through Kathmandu Valley streets - wear comfortable shoes.
- Standing at Swayambhunath, the air is thick with the scent of incense and the distant sound of chanting. You can see colorful prayer flags fluttering against the sky, and the ancient stupa looms above, its eyes watching
Other walking distances in Kathmandu Valley
Swayambhunath → Kasthamandap2.22 km · 30 minNarayanhiti Palace → Kasthamandap2.13 km · 28 minKasthamandap → Kumbheshwar Temple4.70 km · 1h 2mKasthamandap → Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral, Kathmandu4.39 km · 58 minKumbheshwar Temple → Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Cathedral, Kathmandu2.64 km · 35 min
FAQ
How far is Swayambhunath from Narayanhiti Palace?
3.41 km (2.12 mi) on foot. The walk is direct through Kathmandu Valley.
How long does it take to walk?
About 46 min at a regular pace. Add 10-15 minutes for photo stops or rest breaks.
Can I walk between Swayambhunath and Narayanhiti Palace?
Yes - the 3.41 km route is suitable for most walkers. Full turn-by-turn directions.