The port city of Karachi has transformed itself into an entity with thriving markets, business houses and many different communities, reflecting a cosmopolitan and trendy atmosphere rarely seen elsewhere. On the surface, it represents the ever-changing face of today’s Pakistan -- the old coupled with the dynamic new and yet at its very core, the heart of the city is steeped in traditional customs and values.

It offers to its visitor generous hospitality, historic architecture, eclectic shopping and leisure with inviting stretch of beaches. This busy city is also the hub of a vibrant street life, a thriving cultural, with a constant stream of performances in music, dance and drama. Explore its sights and soul – the promise of a heady experience awaits you.

Entry

Air:
With international and domestic air terminals, Jinnah International Airport is about 10km east of the city centre. Various domestic and leading international airlines fly in and out of Karachi.

Train:
The city has two main train stations - City Railway Station and Cantonment Railway Station - with almost same number of trains originating from each- connecting Karachi with all major cities within the country.

Road:
There is a growing number of private bus and car rental services in Karachi, with regular services to Lahore, Larkana and Multan among other prime destinations within the nation.

Places of Tourist Interest:

Karachi has a medley of interesting things to see, explored best on week-days as they can attract a throng of people on weekends. Historic monuments like Quaid-e-Azam Mausoleum, National Museum of Pakistan, Maritime Museum, Pakistan Airforce Museum are for the historically inclined. Tombs and monuments of Sufi saints like Abdullah Shah Ghazi, impressive structure of the Masjid-i-Tuba end the search of the ones with spiritual souls. The adventure and leisure seekers have glowing beaches and harbours caressed by inviting waves.

Weather:

The most pleasant time to visit Karachi is from November to mid-February. The summer temperature ranges from about 27 degrees to 50 degrees. In winter, the nights can be surprisingly cool.