About Lahore

The historic center of the country of Pakistan, Lahore's reputation does not precede itself, It truly does do whole-hearted justice to the title that has been bestowed upon it. Chockfull of brilliantly awe-striking monuments and architecturally inspired buildings, the city is a historian's dream and also serves as an amazing inspiration to anyone and everyone who is seeking to learn about new cultures and rich traditions. Lahore is also home to a number of museums that are a testament to what the country and the city has gone through in the past. Each relic in those museums will take you back in time to tell you their story. Lahore, with its friendly people, wonderful aura, cultural heritage, and the wonderful food, beckons travelers and tourists alike to make them take part in the brilliance that the city is engulfed in all through a day.

Public Transport System

Metrobuses, Buses, Taxis, Trains, Auto Rickshaws

Cleanliness and Efficiency

Cleanliness: Medium, Efficiency: Medium

Mode & Cost of Transports

Metrobuses:

Fare: 20 PKR

Frequency: Every 2-5 minutes

Basic Items & Cost

Name Price
Water Bottle PKR 28.00
Cup of Coffee PKR 287.00
Milk Carton Pack PKR 102.00
Rice/Kg PKR 128.00
White Bread PKR 62.00
Eggs (12) PKR 113.00
Combo Meal PKR 650.00
Fine Dining PKR 1500.00
Bottle of Coke or Pepsi PKR 35.00
Domestic Beer PKR 300.00
Imported Beer PKR 771.00
Bottle of Wine PKR 454.00
Cigarettes (20 Pack) PKR 160.00
Taxi ( 1 km ) PKR 25.00
Ticket in local transport (Single way). PKR 20.00
Rent ( One Bed Room) PKR 18977.00

Do's: 

  • Travel at night in summer
  • Have a friendly chat on non-serious issues with the locals
  • Go camping to experience a cheaper stay and enjoy nature at its best
  • Remember currency conversion and keep the right amount of cash
  • Shop the best designer brands as they are at the cheapest price in Pakistan
  • Taste local cuisine, especially the biryani and meat paya

Don'ts:

  • Don't travel during daytime in summer
  • Don't travel during Ramadan as you will find no place to eat
  • Don't talk against Islam
  • No littering and loitering. Maintain respect for the place you visit
  • No visiting shops or planning trips before 8:00 a.m. as the shops do not open
  • Wear revealing clothes or drink publicly, it's a Muslim country and strict rules are meant to be followed
  • Don't visit mosques during prayer times

Night Life

The nightlife of Lahore is as vibrant as any other cosmopolitan city. The wonderful amalgamation of the royal roots of the city and modern ideals of the new century is something that one is seldom able to witness anywhere else in the world. The nightclubs and bars on the one end and the brilliant music venues and markets on the other end lend this city its distinct charm at night without a doubt. The bustling markets too are a sight to behold with their vibrancy being reflected off of every inch of the city during the night time. From the Anarkali Bazar and the Liberty Market to the restaurants at the MM Alam market, nightlife in Lahore is a foodie's paradise, to say the least. You can even head to the likes of Cafe Zhouk if you are in the mood to croon to something western be it the Beatles or Jennifer Lopez.

Must See

  1. Fortress Stadium: A shopping center point which houses everything under one banner
  2. Lahore Wagah Border: Go night sightseeing here to witness the fringe service at Wagah
  3. M M Alam Road: Home to some of the best eating joints in the city
  4. Anarkali Bazar: Anything and everything you want to buy from city, you will find here
  5. Minar-E-Pakistan: A landmark that portrays the belief system of the country of Pakistan
  6. Chauburji: Piece of architecture which once used to belong to a bigger garden complex
  7. Jehangir's Tomb: After 10 years of construction, the tomb now houses the late Emperor
  8. Mubarak Haveli: One of the best vacation spots in the city

Experiences

  1. Laser Tag: Have fun with your friends at laser tag at Funholics Laser Tag at the Emporium Mall
  2. Watch a play at Al Hamra
  3. Joyland: Have fun at this amusement park in Lahore
  4. Bahria Town Eiffel Tower: Check this beautiful replica out for sure
  5. Lahore Safari: Get to see some lovely beast in their natural habitat
  6. Have Brunch at Mall1: Some of the best continental food available here
  7. Gawalmandi: You cannot go back without having Halwa puri for breakfast from here
  8. Bowl: To relax and rewind, go off to a bowling alley and bowl to your heart's content

Activities

Shopping

Emporium Mall by Nishat Group
Shopping Malls
Emporium Mall by Nishat Group, Adjacent to Lahore International Expo Centre، Abdul Haque Rd, Commercial Area Phase 2 Johar Town, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
10.2 kms
Mall of Lahore
Shopping Malls
Mall of Lahore, Rahat Bakery, 172 Tufail Rd, Near Cantt, Lahore, Punjab 54810, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
6.5 kms
Panorama Shopping Center
Shopping Malls
Panorama Shopping Center, Mall Rd, Garhi Shahu, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
9.8 kms
Gulberg Galleria
Shopping Malls
Gulberg Galleria, 18 Main Boulevard Gulberg, Main Gulberg, Lahore, Punjab 54000, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
3.2 kms
Amanah Mall
Shopping Malls
Amanah Mall, Model Town Link Rd, G.E.C.H.S. Phase 2 Muhammadpura, Lahore, Punjab 54600, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
6.8 kms
Packages Mall
Shopping Malls
Packages Mall, Walton Road, Nishter Town, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
7.4 kms
Jasmine Mall
Shopping Malls
Jasmine Mall, Sector C Jasmine Block Sector C Bahria Town, Lahore, Punjab 53720, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
26.9 kms
New Auriga Shopping Mall
Shopping Malls
New Auriga Shopping Mall, Alamgir Tower، 83-D/1, Main Boulevard, Gulberg, Lahore, Pakistan. Main Boulevard Gulberg، Block G Gulberg 2, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
2.7 kms
Al-Fatah Local
Shopping Malls
Al Fatah Local, DHA Phase 4 Sector CCA Dha Phase 4, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
10.1 kms
Centrum Home Store
Shopping Malls
Centrum Home Store, 9-A Abdul Haque Rd, Block G Phase 2 Johar Town, Lahore, Punjab 54700, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
8 kms
9-Arches Shopping Mall
Shopping Malls
9-Arches Shopping Mall, 99 b1 MM Alam Rd, Block B1 Block B 1 Gulberg III, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
3.8 kms
City Shopping Center
Shopping Malls
City Shopping Center, dharampura, paris bazar، Chobacha, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
8.9 kms
Zarinas Shopping Mall
Shopping Malls
Zarinas Shopping Mall, Dopatta Gali, Block C2 Block C 2 Gulberg III, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
1.8 kms
Landa Bazar
Shopping Malls
Landa Bazar, Gulshan Colony Gul Colony, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
8.7 kms
Bahria Town,Mall of Lahore
Shopping Malls
Bahria Town,Mall of Lahore, Rahat Service Ln, Cantt, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
7.1 kms
Glamour One Plaza Township Lahore
Shopping Malls
Glamour One Plaza Township Lahore, Glamour One Plaza, Peco Rd, Sector B-1 Block 1 Township, Lahore, Punjab 54770, Pakistan
Distance From City Center
7.6 kms
  • Nan Khatai: This delicious and crumbling delicacy is famous not only in Lahore but all across the country
  • Shawls: The embroidered shawls in Lahore are famous and can make for an amazing gift too
  • Khussay or Anarkali Jooti: This footwear is such that they can be worn with anything
  • Jewelry: No souvenir list is complete without the traditional jewelry of the place now
  • Clothes: Splurge on the latest clothing by the top brands in Pakistan
  • Scarves: There are a variety of scarves to be bought, they are made from top quality materials
  • Spices: The Pakistanis are known for their spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, and red chili powder
  • Ceramics: The quality of ceramics is very good and it wouldn't hurt to take back a few unique pieces from Pakistan
  • Dry fruits: Chilgoza, peanuts, and resins are some of the best dry fruits to take back home
  • Ready to cook masalas: The market is overflowing with some of the best ready to cook masalas of famous traditional dishes like biryani, paya, and chicken tikka masala

Official Language

Urdu

Other Language

Punjabi, English

Spoken Language

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Currency

Pakistan Rupee (PKR)

Population

12 (Millions)

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Weather

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Ambulance

115

 

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Police

15

 

Electric socket

Type C
Type C ( 220 V 50 Hz)
Type D
Type D ( 230 V 50 Hz)
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Airport Name / IATA Code

Allama Iqbal International Airport - LHE

Airport Name / IATA Code

Walton Airport - VPS

Best time to visit

Visit in September, October, November, and December as the weather is pleasant and slightly cold and the hotels are not too expensive to book.

Moderate time to visit

January, February, March, and April as these months are slightly humid albeit still cool, and as tourism is slow, one can also get their hotels booked at a cheaper price.

Worst time to visit

May, June, July, and August: These months happen to be the busiest in Lahore and apart from the soaring rates of the hotels, the weather too can get quite hot.

Taxi

Start Tariff: PKR 150.00

1 Km. Tariff: PKR 25.00

1 Hour Waiting Tariff: PKR 300.00

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