Thimphu

Top Places to Visit

The National Memorial Chorten

The National Memorial Chorten

Doeboom Lam Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: Not available

The Memorial Chorten of Thimphu was conceived by Dungse Rinpoche (1904-1987), according to the Nyingmapa tradition of Tibetan Buddhism . It was erected in ... more

Simtokha Dzong

Simtokha Dzong

Semtokha, Bhutan , Thimphu
Phone: Not available

Simtokha Dzong. Built in 1629 by Shabdrung Ngawang Namgyal, Simtokha was the first dzong to be built in a unified Bhutan. Currently, it houses the country's ... more

The National Folk Heritage Museum

The National Folk Heritage Museum

The National Folk Heritage Museum, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: Not available

The National Folk Heritage Museum, located behind the National Library. A traditional house that showcases rural life. Exhibits and cultural shows are held in ... more

Trashi Chhoe Dzong

Trashi Chhoe Dzong

Chhagchhen Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan

Trashi Chhoe Dzong. The present dzong was built in the 18th century by Shabdrung Rinpoche to house government officials. Later it was enlarged to accommodate ... more

Zangthoperi Lhakhang

Zangthoperi Lhakhang

Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: Not Available

Zangthoperi Lhakhang, lower Thimphu (follow the path down from below the GPO). The present structure was built in 1960s and although lacking the charm of many ... more

Statue Of Sakyamuni Buddha

Statue Of Sakyamuni Buddha

Kuenselphodrang, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: Not available

Statue of Sakyamuni Buddha, sitting on top of Kuensel Phodrang hill is a 51.5mt bronze statue of the founder of Buddhism. The site also offers unobstructed ... more

Phajoding Monastery

Phajoding Monastery

C/O Penden Dorji, OSS, Bhutan Telecom, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 17 60 73 53

The Phajoding monastery site was founded in the 13 th Century by Phajo Drugom Zhigpo (1184-1251), the Tibetan lama who spread the Drukpa Kagyu teachings of ... more

Jhomolhari

Jhomolhari

Changzamtoq Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 17 14 05 05

It is one of the most popular treks that start in Paro following Pachu River upstream, to the Jhomolhari base camp at Jangothang and return via the same route... more

Botanical Gardens

Botanical Gardens

Serbithang, Babesa - Thimphu Expy, Bhutan
Phone: 00 975-2-351417/351218

Botanical Gardens, Serbithang. Located on lush hillside about 10km from the city, the gardens offer a peaceful and relaxing environment to spend a few hours. ... more

The Textile Museum

The Textile Museum

Thimphu, Bhutan ‎
Phone: 975 2 337 589 ‎

The Bhutan Textile Museum or the National Textile Museum is a national textiles museum in Thimphu, Bhutan, located near the National Library of Bhutan. It is ... more

Takin Preserve

Takin Preserve

Motithang Takin Preserve, Thimphu, Bhutan

Takin Preserve, Motithang. The Takin is the national animal of Bhutan, and looks like a cross between a cow and a goat. Legend has it that the animal was ... more

Top Places to Eat

The Seasons Restaurant Pizzeria

The Seasons Restaurant Pizzeria

Hongkong Market, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 2 327413

The Seasons Restaurant Pizzeria is one of the place in town that serves authentic pizza and Italian salads.Which serves tasty pizza and most of the people ... more

$ 3 average cost 1 wishlists
Bhutan Kitchen

Bhutan Kitchen

Gatoen Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 2 331919

Bhutan Kitchen, Located above the Benez restaurant. A restaurant gives a real authentic and traditional Bhutanese food experience, with traditional music and ... more

$ 5 average cost
The Zone

The Zone

Chang Lam | Gpo 415, Thimphu 11001, Bhutan
Phone: 975 2 331 441

The zone is a nice place to hang out in Thimphu. They serve both Bhutanese and Western food, they also serves burgers and fries, house-made ice cream, ribs , ... more

$ 9 average cost
Zasa

Zasa

Thori Lam, 41 Lower Motithang | Below 3 water tanks,, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 00975-17111939

Zasa is an upscale restaurant set high above Thimphu. This restaurant serves tasty and delicious food ,it also serves chinese food.

$ 7 average cost
Chula Restaurant

Chula Restaurant

Norzin Lam | Bhutan Observer Building, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 2 336 275

This is an Indian restaurant which serves tasty and delicious food and most of the people who like to eat Indian food will visit this restaurant .

$ 7 average cost
Ambient Cafe

Ambient Cafe

R Penjor Building, Norzin Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 17116661,17117771 , 975 2 325578

An elegant and relaxing cafe offering a wide range of freshly brewed coffees, large selection of teas, fresh juice and innovative snacks and meals . Ambient ... more

Baan Thai Restaurant

Baan Thai Restaurant

Karma Place Building | Bowling Alley Complex, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 2 339966 , 77323232 , 975 2 339 966

Baan Thai Restaurant serves Authentic Thai food in the heart of Thimphu. The atmosphere is nice and serves tasty, delicious food.

$ 5 average cost
Karma's Coffee

Karma's Coffee

Phendey Lam Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975-332000

Karma's Coffee is place to tasty different flavours of coffee/ tea and the atmosphere is good for place to sit and drink tea.

Buthan Orchid Restaurant

Buthan Orchid Restaurant

Chang Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975-2-336660

Bhutan Orchid is Asian restaurant serves culture, tradition and a variety of dishes. Which serves tasty and delicious food.

$ 5 average cost
Zombala

Zombala

Hong Kong Market, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: NA

Zombala is Asian restaurant serves culture, tradition and a variety of dishes. Which serves tasty and delicious food.

$ 1 average cost
Swiss Bakery

Swiss Bakery

Chorten Lam, Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 0975 02 322259

Swiss Bakery serves tasty sandwiches, pies, omlets, jelly doughnuts and the best place for tasting coffee/ tea and good atmosphere arrround the surronding, its ...

$ 2 average cost

Top Shopping Places

Lungta Handicraft

Lungta Handicraft

Lungta Handicraft Located Opp. of Bhutan National Bank Post Box No. ...
Phone: +975 17114433

Lungta Handicraft has been one of the well renowned and Bhutan Government authorized Handicraft dealer in country for more then a decade. Our product ranges ... more

Bhutan Archery Shop

Bhutan Archery Shop

Street Gatoen Lam , Thimphu
Phone: +975 2 332100

Archery is one of the most popular sports in Bhutan. Here is an contest among local amateurs in Thimphu, Bhutan.

Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre

Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre

Industrial Estate | Changzantok, Thimphu 00975, Bhutan
Phone: +(975)17172266

Gagyel Lhundrup Weaving Centre, Changzamtog. A weaving center employing around 20 professional weavers. Showroom on top floor.

Philatelic Bureau

Philatelic Bureau

Thimphu , Bhutan
Phone: +975 322296

Alongside the main entrance at the post office, this display shop proffers the best selection of souvenir sheets of Bhutanese stamps. Also for collectors, a ... more

Dsb Books Enterprises

Dsb Books Enterprises

GPO Box No. 435 Thimphu Bhutan
Phone: 00975-2-326275

DSB Books is an oldest book store in the country, incorporated under the companies' act of Kingdom of Bhutan 2000. DSB books has wide range of books on all the ...

Yarkay Central

Yarkay Central

Norzin Lam, Thimphu , Bhutan
Phone: Not Available

Yarkay Central. This shopping center located across from Hotel Norling on Norzin Lam has four good quality craft stores: Kelzang Handicrafts (Tel: 322-469) is ... more

Art Shop Gallery

Art Shop Gallery

Street Wogzin Lam, Thimphu , Bhutan
Phone: +975 325664

Located near the Clocktower, the Art Shop Gallery has art supplies, traditional paper and handicrafts, and contemporary paintings from the Voluntary Artists ...

Sachok Enterprise

Sachok Enterprise

Norzin Lam, Thimphu , Bhutan
Phone: +975 333880

If you are missing a piece of gear for your trek, this place has both genuine and fake brand-name equipment, and the owner is honest about what's what.

Choki Handicrafts

Choki Handicrafts

Street Thori Lam , Thimphu
Phone: +975 324728

Choki sells masks, thangkas, paintings and painted lama tables called choektse. Many products come from the affiliated Choki Traditional Art School.

Top Places for Nightlife

Mojo Park

Mojo Park

Yangchenma Building | Changlam (near The Zone), Thimphu 00975,
Phone: 0097517589676

Mojo Park may be the most happening lounge in T-Town, with live music by local bands and groups. Open on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays, the lounge has great... more

Club Ace

Club Ace

Street Phenday Lam Thimphu , Bhutan
Phone: 975 17 14 33 77

Club Ace is a good spot to loosen up your muscles with local Thimpu residents. The club plays a blend of electronic music, has a large dance floor and a good ... more

$ 7 average cost
Zest Bar & Lounge

Zest Bar & Lounge

Drentoen Lam Thimphu, Bhutan
Phone: 975 17 11 81 18

Located at the edge of town, Zest Bar & Lounge is the epitome of style and comfort. Once inside take a seat, relax and indulge yourself in Thimphu's most ... more

$ 4 average cost

Top Activity Places

Rainbow Photo Tours Of Bhutan

Rainbow Photo Tours Of Bhutan

Thimphu | Thimphu, Bhutan, Thimphu 1704, Bhutan
Phone: +1 813-839-4466

Rainbow Tours and Treks has used their vast, intimate knowledge of the country and their working relationships with religious and government officials to ... more

Bhutan Swallowtail Tours - Private Day Trips

Bhutan Swallowtail Tours - Private Day Trips

21-33 Thorilam, | Jigme Dorji House, Changangkha, Thimphu 00975, Bhuta...
Phone: +(975)2328978

Travel to Bhutan and Bhutan holiday features on the top of the bucket list for the ardent and passionate travelers. Bhutan Swallowtail Travels is a licensed ... more

Jungshi Paper Factory

Jungshi Paper Factory

Khuju Lam Street, Thimphu, Bhutan Ranked #21 of 34 attractions in Thim...
Phone: Not Available

Jungshi Paper Factory. It is located approximately 1 km from Thimphu City. The factory uses the bark of two tree species, the Daphne tree and Dhekap tree in the... more