Lahore — the heart of Pakistan. A city that never sleeps, never stops feeding you, and never lets you leave without falling a little bit in love with it. Whether you're arriving for the first time or returning for the tenth, this guide covers everything a traveler needs to know.
Lahore is well connected by air (Allama Iqbal International Airport), train (Lahore Railway Station), and road. From Islamabad, the journey by motorway takes about 3.5 hours. Budget bus services like Daewoo and Faisal Movers run frequently between major cities.
For budget travelers, the best areas to base yourself are Gulberg (modern, cafes, malls), Old City / Walled City (historic, authentic experience), and DHA (clean, safe, slightly further from the action).
Hostels in Lahore range from Rs 600 to Rs 1,500 per night for a dorm bed. Browse our Lahore hostel listings to find the best fit.
Lahore has an Orange Line Metro (ML-1) that connects major parts of the city cheaply. Rickshaws and Careem/Uber are widely available. For short distances, walking through the old city is the best way to soak in the atmosphere.