Exhibition Halls
Alhamra Arts Council
Alhamra’ literally means a woman in red clothes. This building is made up of red…
Alhamra Arts Council
‘Alhamra’ literally means a woman in red clothes. This building is made up of red…
Places to Visit
See all (31)Wazir Khan Mosque
Less known and overshadowed by the Badshahi Mosque, the Wazir Khan Mosque is probably all…
Wagah Border
It is at this point where Pakistan and India meet. Tourists must visit the Wagah…
Tollington Market
This famous market, a remnant of the old city of Lahore, now houses a museum…
Shalimar Gardens
These magnificent gardens were made by Mughal Emperor Shah Jehan in the 1640s. The gardens…
Shakir Ali Museum
This museum was established in the memory of Shakir Ali, an art professor who taught…
Shahi Hammam or Royal Bath
This site is unique since it is the only surviving public bath from the Mughal…
City Overview & History
See all (10)Lahore’s Residents
Lahore has a population of 8.9 million. Like other third world cities, it suffers from…
Lahore Today
Lahore today is an ever expanding metropolis and still retains the reputation of being the…
Public Holidays
Muharram 5th February- Kashmir Day Eid Milad-un-Nabi 23rd March- Pakistan Day 1st May- Labor Day…
Hotels
See all (11)Quick Continental Hotel
This hotel is located close to the city center. Lawrence Gardens and Race Course Park…
Hotel Kashmir Palace
Hotel Kashmir Palace is located close to the center of Lahore. The hotel staffs are…
Ambassador Hotel
This hotel used to be one of the most lavish before competition arrived. It has…
Shopping
See all (15)Khussa Mahal
This is one of Lahore’s most famous shoe shops. It specializes in traditional footwear such…
Anarkali Bazaar
This is an ancient market place and is named after a woman called Anarkali, a…
Health & Safety
Health & Safety
For those travelling to Lahore, there are some points that are worth remembering. Always remain…
Restaurants
See all (15)Fast Food Joints
For those on a budget, all of Lahore’s famous malls and business districts house a…
Karachi BBQ
Scrumptious traditional food is served at this eatery. The atmosphere is down to earth and…
Pancake Lounge
For those on a budget this is an excellent place to dine at. The pancakes…
La Pizzeria
Stop for lunch or dinner at this restaurant. The atmosphere is cool and hip and…
Festivals
See all (10)World Performing Arts Festival
This event is held annually at the Alhamra Arts Council and lasts ten days. It…
Horse and Cattle Show
Held annually in the Fortress Stadium, this event sees a diverse range of livestock converging…
Independence Day
This is an important time for the country as a whole, and Lahoris in particular…
National Polo Championship
There is a long standing tradition of polo matches in Lahore. The venue is always…
DAWN Education Expo
This event, launched by the DAWN group of newspapers, the widely read English daily in…
Kara Film Festival
This event is held annually. It started in 2001 and actually takes place in Karachi…
Transportation - Getting Around
See all (5)Driving Tips
Tourists wishing to drive around Lahore should keep a few things in mind. Firstly drivers…
From the Airport
From Allama Iqbal International Airport: Tourists can take a radio cab from the airport into…
Masjids
See all (85)Organized Tours
Alliance Francaise de Lahore
The half-day tour package takes one to Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort and the Instrument Bazaar…
Travel and Culture Services
This tour operator offers a variety of packages. In the half-day tour of Lahore…