Nearest Eye Clinic and Optician in Kathmandu: Which Branch Is Closest to Your Hotel?
Quick answer: If you are staying in Thamel, Lazimpat, Naxal, Durbarmarg or Baluwatar, the nearest branch is Vision Concern Lazimpat at Das Tower, next to Radisson Hotel. If you are near Boudhanath Stupa, Jorpati or Chabahil, go to Vision Concern Boudha-Tushal, opposite KFC. In Gokarneshwor, Attarkhel or Sundarijal Road areas, the Makalbari branch at Pragati Chowk is closest. All three offer eye tests (NPR 400, by appointment), glasses, contact lenses and repairs.
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Due an eye test? Book at Vision Concern Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal or Makalbari (eye test NPR 400).
Area to branch guide
- Thamel, Lazimpat, Naxal, Durbarmarg, Baluwatar, Maharajgunj: Vision Concern Lazimpat, Das Tower, next to Radisson Hotel.
- Boudhanath, Boudha, Jorpati, Chabahil: Vision Concern Boudha-Tushal, opposite KFC.
- Gokarneshwor, Makalbari, Attarkhel: Vision Concern Makalbari, Pragati Chowk near Sanopul.
- Patan, Bhaktapur or elsewhere: choose the branch on your route and message us first so we can confirm stock and timing.
What each branch offers
- Eye examinations in English by optometrists (NPR 400, by appointment).
- Prescription glasses; single-vision lenses are usually ready the same day.
- Sunglasses, including prescription and polarized options.
- Contact lenses and solutions from international brands.
- Repairs: screws, nose pads and frame adjustments.
Before you go
- Check opening hours: optical shops are open daily 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, except on announced holiday closures.
- WhatsApp +977 9841466716 with your prescription and departure date.
- Bring your old glasses or prescription, and contact lens boxes if you wear lenses.
How Vision Concern can help
Vision Concern is an eye-examination clinic and optical shop in Kathmandu with branches in Lazimpat, Boudha-Tushal and Makalbari. Its optometrists can examine your eyes, explain findings, update your glasses or contact lenses, and refer you to an eye specialist when medical or surgical care is needed.
Frequently asked questions
Which Vision Concern branch is closest to Thamel?
Lazimpat, at Das Tower next to Radisson Hotel, a short taxi ride from Thamel.
Is there an eye clinic near Boudhanath Stupa?
Yes. Vision Concern Boudha-Tushal is opposite KFC, near Boudhanath Stupa.
Do I need an appointment?
Eye tests are by appointment, so message ahead; the optical shops are open daily for glasses, contact lenses and repairs.
This guide is general education and does not replace an eye examination or advice from your treating doctor.
Yes. Many visitors, particularly from Bangladesh and West Bengal (Kolkata), come to Nepal for cataract, retina, or other eye surgery at a hospital and also want new glasses, a general eye exam, or contact lenses at the same time, before or after their procedure. Vision Concern is an optical and eye-examination clinic, not a surgical hospital, so we work alongside hospitals such as Tilganga: we are happy to see you for glasses, contact lenses, or a routine check-up either side of your surgical treatment elsewhere.
No conversion is needed. Eyeglass prescriptions from Germany, France, the UK, the USA, China, Russia, and almost every other country use the same international format, SPH (sphere), CYL (cylinder), and AXIS, measured in diopters. Our opticians read this directly, so you can bring your prescription paper, a photo of it on your phone, or simply your current glasses, and we will use the same values. If your prescription is more than a year or two old, we recommend a quick, free re-check before we make your new pair.
Yes. Above roughly 3,000 metres, UV exposure increases sharply because of the thinner atmosphere and reflection off snow, and ordinary sunglasses (category 2-3) do not block enough UV to prevent snow blindness (photokeratitis). We recommend glacier glasses or category-4 sunglasses with side shields, and can fit these with your own prescription if needed. Vision Concern offers ZEISS polarized, UV400-certified sunglasses with prescription lenses, which we can prepare before you set off on your trek.