About Lahore
Lahore is one of Pakistan's major cities, home to around 13,004,135 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Lahore
1
Lahore Fort
2
Alamgiri Gate
3
Shah Burj gate
4
Badshahi Mosque
5
Tomb of Ranjit Singh
6
Wazir Khan Mosque
7
Lawrence Gardens & Library
8
Jallo Park
Budget travel
Free things to do in Lahore
Alamgiri Gate
Shah Burj gate
Badshahi Mosque
Wazir Khan Mosque
Lawrence Gardens & Library
Jallo Park
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Lahore Fort
- Visit Alamgiri Gate
- Visit Shah Burj gate
- Eat at Chamman Ice Cream
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Badshahi Mosque
- Visit Tomb of Ranjit Singh
- Visit Wazir Khan Mosque
- Eat at Mini Golf
- 3
Day 3
Markets, parks & hidden corners
- Visit Lawrence Gardens & Library
- Visit Jallo Park
- Visit Race Course Park
- Eat at Chatkhara
Where to eat
Local favourites
Chamman Ice Cream
A famous ice-cream parlour offering 20 different flavours. They also offer milkshakes and juices of various kinds.
Mini Golf
Don't miss this place for great open air atmosphere where you can also get sheesha.
Chatkhara
Serves snack food like samosas, chaat and dahi bhallay
Balouchi Sajji
One of the best restaurant in Lahore. Best traditionally grilled lamb and chicken in town and after the meal one must have the traditional k
Liberty Market
Offers good standard Pakistani food. The mutton karahi at Rs 510 is a popular dish and easily serves two people, while most dishes are half
Cafe Aylanto
Has the best non-Pakistani food in town. Try the shrimp and avocado salad. You can also take your own wine to the restaurant and they'll be
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Regale Internet Inn
The owner, Malik, is a former journalist who can show you some amazing off-the-wall stuff in the city, including weekly trips to Shah Jamal
Alpine Hotel
Ambassador Hotel
Amer Hotel
Carlton Tower Hotel Lahore
Shopping
- Anarkali bazaar
- Ichra Bazaar
- Panorama mall
- PACE
- Mall of Lahore
- Liberty Market
Nightlife
- Peeru's Cafe
Museums & culture
- Badshahi Mosque
- Wazir Khan Mosque
In pictures
Lahore gallery
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