(Foreigners only) Hi, I'm Hashaam. I've got a real knack for guiding folks through Lahore's rich culture and history. Whether it's scaling mountains, cruising on motorbikes, or strolling through the streets, I've done it all and know the coolest spots around. By night, I'm navigating the digital jungle in the IT world (yes, I'm the one sending emails when everyone else is counting sheep). But by day? I'm all about that tourist life. If you're up for it, come join my free walking tour of Lahore. We'll uncover the city's secret spots and dive into its vibrant stories. No frills, just the real Lahore.
(Foreigners only)
Join me on a free walking tour of the walled city of Lahore, where you will discover the hidden gems and amazing stories of this ancient and lively place. You will be accompanied by an experienced and friendly guide who will show you the best spots for taking photos and learning about the culture and history of Lahore. You will see:
• Dehli Gate, the majestic entrance to the walled city
• Gali Surjan Singh, a narrow street full of colorful shops and houses
• The 400 years old well, a historic landmark and a source of water for the locals
• Masjid Wazir Khan, a stunning mosque with intricate tile work and calligraphy
• 100 year old Bakery, where you can taste the delicious traditional sweets and breads
• Golden Mosque, a beautiful and serene place of worship with a golden dome
• Boli Bagh, a lush garden
This tour is more than just sightseeing. It is an immersive experience that will make you feel the spirit and charm of Lahore. You will have endless conversations with your guide, who will share the stories and insights with you. You will also learn about the customs, traditions, festivals, and cuisine of Lahore.
Don't miss this opportunity to explore the walled city of Lahore on a free walking tour. Book your spot now and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!
Note: We will be visiting couple of mosques, please bring a scarf for head covering (Female Tourists) and no shorts allowed (Male and Female Tourists).
The meeting place is the main entrance of the walled city, The Dehli Gate, Lahore.
Greetings, esteemed guests. This is the beginning of our tour. The Delhi Gate. It is situated on the eastern side of the city and it faces Delhi, which was the capital of the Mughal empire. This gate was the main entrance for the Mughal royalty, who used to pass through it with their splendid entourage. The gate was guarded by loyal soldiers who opened it at dawn and closed it at dusk every day. This was a sign of respect and security for the imperial family.
Have you ever seen a street that looks like a magic land? Well, there is one in Lahore and it's called Gali Surjan Singh. The street got its name from Hakim Surjan Singh, who was a famous doctor in the 19th century and lived there. He was very respected by the people because he cured many important people. The street has houses that are very colorful and have nice balconies and bricks. The street is very popular with tourists and shows the history and beauty of Lahore.
Built by Shah Jahan, the same guy who made the Taj Mahal. He built it for a Sufi saint named Miran Badshah, whose tomb is in the courtyard of the mosque. The mosque is very beautiful and has a lot of colorful tiles and paintings on the walls. It has five domes and four minarets that are 100 feet tall.
Khalifa Bakers is a famous bakery that started in 1925 by Baba Umar, a master baker who learned his craft from his father. The bakery is located inside Mochi Gate, Lahore. The bakery is famous for its almond nankhatai, a thick and crumbly biscuit that melts in your mouth. The bakery also offers other products such as cake rusk, chana biscuit, baqarkhani, diet cake rusk, and plain khatai. Khalifa Bakers is a must-try for anyone who loves traditional Pakistani sweets.
The Sunehri Masjid in Lahore. It's a mosque that has golden domes that shine in the sun. It's also a very old mosque that was built in 1753 by Nawab Bukhari Khan, who was a governor of Lahore under the Mughal emperor Muhammad Shah. The mosque is located in the Walled City of Lahore, near the Kashmiri Bazaar. The mosque has a beautiful courtyard with a fountain and a prayer hall with colorful tiles and paintings. The mosque also has four minarets that are 54 meters tall.
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).