Planning a trip to Bhutan requires more than just deciding on your itinerary; understanding the entry fees for various monuments and attractions is crucial for budgeting your journey effectively. From the iconic Punakha Dzong to the sacred Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Bhutan’s cultural and historical landmarks offer unforgettable experiences—but they come with varying costs. In this post, I’ll provide a comprehensive list of entry fees for Bhutan’s must-see sites, helping you plan your visit and manage your expenses with ease. This guide will ensure you’re well-prepared and can make the most of your time exploring the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
Two of the biggest expenses when traveling in Bhutan are the monument entry fees and the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF), both of which are non-negotiable. The one area where you have some flexibility is in selecting the monuments that you feel are worth your time and money. That said, my recommendation would be to visit as many sites as possible. Each monument and landmark in Bhutan has its own unique character and story, making every stop a worthwhile experience.
Below is the comprehensive list of Monument entry fees in Bhutan as of September 2024 :
| # | Museum and Monuments | Location | Fees (Nu) | Timing | Time Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bhutan Post Office Museum | Thimphu | SAARC (150) International guest (250) | 9AM-5PM | Lunch break (1-2 PM) | 1 Hour |
| 2 | Folk Heritage Museum | Thimphu | International (250) | Indian (100) | 9AM-5PM No lunch break | 1 Hour |
| 3 | Zorig Chusum Arts and Crafts School | Thimphu | 200 | 9AM-4:30PM | 1 Hour |
| 4 | Simply Bhutan Museum | Thimphu | 1000 | 9AM-5PM | 1.5 Hour |
| 5 | Takin Preserve Center | Thimphu | 300 | 9AM-5PM | 1.5 Hour+ |
| 6 | National Handicraft Emporium | Thimphu | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 7 | National Library | Thimphu | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 8 | Jungshi Handmade Paper Factory | Thimphu | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 9 | National Memorial Chorten | Thimphu | 500 | 9AM-5PM | 45 Min - 1 Hour |
| 10 | Zilukha Nunnery | Thimphu | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 30 Min |
| 11 | Buddha Dordenma Statue | Thimphu | 0 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 12 | Simtokha Dzong | Thimphu | 0 | 6AM-7PM | No lunch break | 1 Hour |
| 13 | Tashichho Dzong | Thimphu | 500 | Weekdays : 5PM-6PM | Public Holidays - 9AM-5PM | 50 Min - 1 Hour |
| 14 | Lampelri Botanical Garden | Thimphu | 300 | 9AM-5PM | 1+ Hour |
| 15 | Changangkha Lhakhang | Thimphu | 500 | 9AM-5PM | Row 1, Col 5 |
| 16 | National Textile Museum | Thimphu | 250 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 17 | Traditional Handmade Paper Mill | Thimphu | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 18 | Traditional Medicine Center | Thimphu | 500 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 19 | Botanical Garden Serbithang | Thimphu | 200 | 9AM-5PM | 1+ Hour |
| 20 | Rinpung Dzong/Paro Dzong | Paro | 0 | Weekdays : 9PM-12PM | Public Holidays : 2PM-5PM | No lunch Break | 1 Hour |
| 21 | Ta Dzong/National Museum | Paro | 300 | 9AM-5PM | 1+ Hour |
| 22 | Taktsang/Tiger's Nest Temple | Paro | 1000 | 9AM-12PM |2PM-5PM |No lunch Break | Half Day |
| 23 | Kyichu Lhakhang | Paro | 500 | 9AM-12PM 1PM-4:30PM Lunch break(12-1) | 1+ Hour |
| 24 | Jangtsa Dumtseg Lhakhang | Paro | 0 | 9AM-5PM No Lunch Break | 1 Hour |
| 25 | Dobji Dzong | Paro | 0 | 9PM-12PM | 1PM-4:30PM | 1 Hour |
| 26 | Tachogang Lhakhang | Paro | 500 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 27 | Punakha Dzong | Punakha | 500 (age 18 above)|250 (below 18) | Weekend- 9AM-5PM | Weekday - After 5 PM | 1 Hour |
| 28 | Chhimi Lhakhang | Punakha | 500 (age 18 above)|250 (below 18) | 9AM-5PM No lunch Break | 1+ Hour |
| 29 | Khamsum Yulley Namgyal Chorten | Punakha | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 30 | Sangchhen Dorji Lhuendrup Nunnery | Punakha | 200 | 9AM-5PM | 30 Min |
| 31 | Black-necked Crane Education Center | Phobjikha | 200 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 32 | Gangtey Monastery | Phobjikha | 100 | 8AM-5PM Lunch break- 11:30am-1:00pm | 1 Hour |
| 33 | Trongsa Dzong | Trongsa | 0 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 34 | Trongsa National Museum | Trongsa | 300 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 35 | Jambay Lhakhang | Bumthang | 0 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 36 | Kurjey Lhakhang | Bumthang | 0 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 37 | Ogyen Choling Palace Museum | Bumthang | 100 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 38 | Jakar Dzong | Bumthang | 0 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
| 39 | Palden Tashi Choling Shedra | Phuentsholing | 0 | 9AM-5PM | 1 Hour |
In case you have any questions, leave a comment below and I shall get back to you.
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