16 Best Things To Do In Karachi, Pakistan

1. Turtle Beach

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Designated by the World Wildlife Fund as a protected area, Turtle Beach is the nesting grounds of the endangered green sea turtle. Despite this status, tourists can still visit the beach and even rent huts built around the beach.

Enjoy the fresh ocean air and the beautiful crystal clear waters as the turtles frequent the beach and provide a wonderful sight for all visitors. Although the beach is open to the public, the turtles must not be approached by anyone and doing so is considered a crime.

Turtle Beach

Address: Turtle Beach, Keamari, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh 74600, Pakistan

Website: Turtle Beach

Opening hours: Open 24 hours (daily)

2. Quaid-e-Azam House Museum

Also known as the Flagstaff House, Quaid-e-Azam House is a museum that is solely dedicated to Pakistan’s founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah. Designed by British architect, Moses Somake, this home once served as Jinnah’s residential house from 1944 until his death in 1948. His sister, Fatimah Jinnah, inherited the home and lived there until 1964. It would then descend into obscurity.

The Pakistani government acquired the house in 1985 and converted it into the museum that it is today and showcases exhibits that teach visitors the life and values of the man who founded Pakistan.

Quaid-e-Azam House Museum

Address: Fatima Jinnah Rd, Karachi Cantonment, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan

Opening hours: Mon - Tue: 9am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm; Thu: 9am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm; Fri: 9am - 12pm; Sat: 9am - 1pm, 2pm - 4pm; Sunday: Open 24 hours (closed on Wed)

3. Chaukhandi Tombs

If you have even a passing interest in archeology, one of the best things to do in Karachi is visiting Chaukhandi Tombs. It is more than just an ancient Islamic cemetery. Many have noted the unique design and structure of the tomb and graveyard which is a style that is never seen in any other Islamic country. The tombs are made up of buff sandstone and can contain up to six graves. The tombs’ elaborate carvings showcase the exquisite craftsmanship and design that was utilized to build these graves.

There are also geometrical designs embellished on the tombs which depict specific representations of that era such as mounted horsemen, hunting scenes, arms, and jewelry.

Chaukhandi Tombs

Address: N-5 Near، Landhi Town, Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan

Website: Chaukhandi Tombs

Opening hours: Sat - Thu: 7am - 7pm; Fri: 7am - 12:30pm, 2:30pm - 7pm

4. Okra

Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account

Okra is a Mediterranean restaurant boasting a quaint, stylish ambiance that encourages visitors to simply take their time in enjoying not only their food but their surroundings as well. The restaurant has been experimenting with new recipes since it opened its doors in 1999 and has since perfected many of its original recipes in order to provide delicious dishes to its customers.

Some of the dishes this restaurant offers include a Mediterranean Mezza platter, carpaccio of beef with fresh herbs, a burger with Shake Shack-style sauce, and braised rack of goat with herbs de Provence.

Okra

Address: 12- C 10th Commercial Ln, Zamzama Commercial Area Defence V Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh 75600, Pakistan

Website: Okra

Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10am - 8pm (closed on Mon)

5. Picnic at French Beach

The beautiful French Beach is pretty much the reserve of Karachi’s upper classes and expatriates. Here you can enjoy the calm atmosphere, cool breezes, and a clear beach. This is a small fishing village surrounded by a boundary wall and it is dotted with huts, available for rent.

Book a hut there and enjoy a night’s stay. Its rocky beach and clear waters are ideal for snorkeling and scuba diving as well as surfing during the monsoon season. It is dotted with various cliffs and several rocks, which create a scenic look during the high tide season when the waves bounce against them and the splash of the water breaks the silence.

French Beach

Website: French Beach

6. PAF Museum, Karachi

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PAF Museum is an Air Force museum and is one of many things to see in Karachi if you’re interested in aviation. Over 30 aircraft are on show, including an Indian Gnat that was captured by Pakistani forces in 1965. Pakistani war heroes get recognition throughout many of the exhibits.

You’ll also see a number of old fighter jets and other antique aircraft. Engine parts are also on display, letting you see how it all works. There is even a dedicated play area for young children, making this a destination for all ages.

PAF Museum

Address: PAF Faisal Air Base, Karachi, Pakistan

Website: PAF Museum

Phone Number: +92 321 3294000

7. Karachi Safari Park

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Karachi Safari Park has a zoo, geared with viewing facilities like a chairlift and safari tracks, as well as two natural lakes.The park also features a privately funded amusement park, Go Aish, in its vicinity. It is full of natural greenery and it is one of the greatest amusements for children. The highlight of this park is the large hill located in the very center which is a great place to do some Karachi sightseeing. There are also food and ice cream stalls.

Karachi Safari Park

Address: University Rd, Karachi, Pakistan

Phone Number: +92 900 786 01

8. National Museum of Pakistan

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National Museum of Pakistan is the most varied exhibition of Pakistan’s history and culture. At the entrance of the gallery, the large relief map of the vast territory of southwestern Asia shows routes that linked various regions. Inside the gallery is chronologically placed material from Stone Age, village cultures of Baluchistan and the great Indus Valley Civilization, which flourished more than a millennium from 2500 BC, influencing an area four times that of ancient Sumer.

National Museum of Pakistan

Address: Strachan Rd, Karachi, Pakistan

Website: National Museum of Pakistan

Phone Number: +92 21 99212839

9. Sailing at Marina Club

Marina Club, located in Defense Phase 8, provides a pleasing and relaxing experience. It’s cheap and affordable, and you can just sit there and enjoy the scenery. For some more thrills, rent a speed boat and test your skills.

Marina Club

Address: Zulfiqar Street 1, Karachi, Pakistan

Website: Marina Club

Phone Number: +92 21 35841891

10. Mohatta Palace Museum

The Mohatta Palace Museum built in the posh seaside locale of Clifton offers a diverse range of activities. Upon entering the palace, you first notice the beautifully colored windows on the exterior, a wall of stone, an arch and minarets; a stunning view of architectural splendor. You can easily get lost in the beauty of this superior construction and the quality of the materials used.

Mohatta Palace Museum

Address: Hatim Alvi Road، Karachi, Pakistan

Website: Mohatta Palace Museum

Phone Number: +92 21 35837669

11. Dolmen Mall

Dolmen Mall is currently the largest mall in Pakistan. It is home to some of the leading local and international brands in Pakistan. The mall is good for its restaurants as well and you can find all your favorite international fast food franchises here.

Dolmen Mall Clifton

Address: Clifton, Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan

Website: Dolmen Mall Clifton

Phone Number: +92 21 111 362 111

12. Clifton Beach

Clifton Beach holds the most critical value among all for giving fun seekers and beach lovers some excellent leisure and recreational activities in Karachi. There is a nearby amusement park which has all the fun rides. People on the beach enjoy the camel rides and horse rides, which are inexpensive and affordable for the middle class.

Clifton Beach

Address: Block 2, Krachi, Pakistan

13. Escape to Hilal Park

Hilal Park is not only for the amusement of kids but also for adults and family. This park is rather unknown. This is a place where you can smell fresh air with the fragrance of thousands of beautiful flowers. This is the perfect place for jogging and walks in the morning and evening.

Hilal Park

Address: Dha VI,karachi, Pakistan

Phone Number: +92 301 2046849

14. Picnic at Sunway Lagoon Water Park

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There are plenty of things to do here. You get to experience the world’s highest, largest and most thrilling water ride. This beach is surfer’s paradise for both professional and aspiring surfers. This beach is filled with amusement for the kids. The quality of water in this park is the best, continuously treated and filtered through the most advanced filtration system.

Sunway Lagoon Water Park

Address: 6.5 kilometers ahead Gharo City, Main National Highway, Thatta District, 73130 Sindh, Pakistan

Website: Sunway Lagoon Water Park

Phone Number: +92 314 2100043

15. Frere Hall

Frere Hall is the hub of Karachi’s social activities; serving as the town hall where regular public meetings, concerts, and theatrical performances were once held. The hall served as the largest library in the region for quite a number of years and was later abandoned. In the exterior of the main Frere Hall are two scenic lawns which were originally named Kin’s Lawn and the Queen’s Lawn.

Frere Hall

Address: Fatima Jinnah Rd, Karachi, Pakistan

Website: Frere Hall

Phone Number: +92 21 99204325

16. See the Mazar-e-Quaid

Mazar-e-Quaid is also known as the Jinnah Mausoleum or the National Mausoleum. Around the mausoleum is a park fitted with strong beamed spotlights, which at night project light on the white mausoleum. Fifteen successive fountains lead to the platform from one side and from all sides, terraced avenues lead to the gates.

Mazar-e-Quaid

Address: karachi, Pakistan

Phone Number: +92 21 99230172

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