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Rawalpindi sits right next to Islamabad, Pakistan's capital, and once served as the country's temporary capital. It's now a military hub and can be reached via Benazir Bhutto International Airport.

Updated August 15, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

Rawalpindi
Gateway airport
Islamabad International Airport (ISB)
Best season
Feb–Apr, Oct–Dec
Time zone
Asia/Karachi
Sights covered
23 places

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Faisal Mosque

Temples & religious sites

Faisal Mosque

An Islamic mosque in Islamabad, Pakistan, worth visiting during your trip.

Lal Masjid

Temples & religious sites

Lal Masjid

A historic mosque built in 1966. It was once the city's largest mosque, holding that distinction until the Faisal Mosque was completed in 1986.

Pakistan Monument

Heritage & monuments

Pakistan Monument

A national monument and heritage museum located on Shakarparian Hill. It honors those who sacrificed today for a better tomorrow and symbolizes the unity of the Pakistani people.

Lok Virsa Museum

Museums & galleries

Lok Virsa Museum

A history and culture museum on Shakarparian Hill, featuring exhibits that showcase traditional and folk heritage. It is run by the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage.

Ayub National Park

Theme parks

Ayub National Park

A national park along the Grand Trunk Road in Rawalpindi, formerly known as Topi Rakh Park. Close to a former presidential residence, it's a green urban space perfect for a light stroll and a break.

Pakistan Museum of Natural History

Museums & galleries

Pakistan Museum of Natural History

A natural history museum that opened in 1976, located in Islamabad, Pakistan's capital. Its wide range of specimens and exhibits offer a look into Pakistan's natural world.

Shakarparian

Parks & gardens

Shakarparian

A park set on a hill overlooking downtown Islamabad. It's a great spot for a relaxing walk with views over the city.

National Art Gallery, Pakistan

Museums & galleries

National Art Gallery, Pakistan

Pakistan's first national art gallery, perched atop a small hill. Opened in 2007, it showcases a wide range of artworks presented by the Pakistan National Council of the Arts.

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Average temperature by month

5-year average

10° Jan
13° Feb
18° Mar
22° Apr
27° May
31° Jun
29° Jul
28° Aug
27° Sep
22° Oct
16° Nov
12° Dec

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