Paro
Stunning mountain scenery and lush valley views coupled with ancient monasteries and temples make Paro a sought-after holiday destination away from the hustle and bustle of city life.
Things To See & Do
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Paro Taktsang Tigers Nest
Sacred Buddhist Monastery
Known as Tiger’s Nest, Paro Taktsang is a Buddhist monastery carved in to the side of a cliff at an altitude of 3,120 metres, and surrounded by mountains and valleys.
2+ hours
Suggested Time
National Museum of Bhutan
Bhutanese Cultural Museum
Established in 1968, the National Museum of Bhutan has a collection of old coins, stamps and ancient weapons, along with Bhutanese art and artefacts spanning over 1,500 years.
2 hours
Suggested Time
Rinpung Dzong
Fortress Buddhist Monastery
Belonging to the Drukpa Kagyu School of Buddhism, Rinpung Dzong is a fortress and monastery that houses the district monastic body and government administrative offices.
1 to 2 hours
Suggested Time
Dzongdrakha Temple
Tibetan Buddhist Monastery
Similar in design to Paro Taktsang, Dzongdrakha Temple overlooks the Paro valley and is believed to be the site where the Tibetan lama Gongpo Dorji meditated.
1 to 2 hours
Suggested Time
Kyichu Lhakhang
Ancient Buddhist Temple
Built in the 7th century by the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo, Kyichu Lhakhang is considered to be one of the oldest Buddhist temples in Bhutan.
1 to 2 hours
Suggested Time
Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge
15th Century Bridge
Built by Tibetan master Thangtong Gyalpo in the early 1400s, Tachogang Lhakhang Bridge is an iron-chain hanging bridge across the Paro River that leads to the Tachogang Temple.
30 minutes
Suggested Time
Drukgyal Dzong
17th Century Monastery
Said to date back to 1649, the ruins of the Drukgyal Dzong fortress and Buddhist monastery set against the Jomolhari mountain are still visible from a distance.
15 minutes
Suggested Time
Best Time To Visit Paro
Perfect year round destination
MAR-MAY | SEP-NOV
Peak Season
DEC-FEB
Moderate Season
JUN-AUG
Off-season
- What To Expect:Pleasant weather with clear days.
- Things You'll Love:The festivals and lush valley views.
FESTIVALS AND EVENTS
Book Your Trip to Paro
From
Travel Options to reach Paro
Our Recommendations
Flight to Paro Airport
1h 50m . One way
Booking Options Starting From
₹25,528
Flight to Kathmandu Airport, then Flight to Paro Airport
3h 45m . One way
Booking Options Starting From
₹28,274
Stay in Paro
Recommended Options
3 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹5,183
Taktshang Paradise
Satsam Chorten
₹4,550
Onwards
Tiger's Nest Resort
Satsam Chorten
₹5,486
Onwards
Shomo Chuki Resort
Paro City Center
₹5,513
Onwards
4 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹8,203
Lhayhuel Resort & Spa
Paro City Center
₹13,184
Onwards
The Tiger Nest Camp
Satsam Chorten
₹8,070
Onwards
Hotel Gakyidiana
Paro City Center
₹3,356
Onwards
5 STAR HOTELS
Recommended For You
Average Price
₹42,474
Le Meridien Paro, Riverfront
Shaba
₹33,245
Onwards
COMO Uma Paro
Paro City Center
₹49,273
Onwards
Zhiwa Ling Hotel
Satsam Chorten
₹44,904
Onwards
