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Ayub National Park

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Ayub National Park

Ayub National Park

Located along the Grand Trunk Road in Rawalpindi, this urban national park provides a large green space for walking and recreation. It is a destination for travelers seeking a break from the city's density or those interested in a public park setting near a former presidential residence.

Getting There

The park is accessible from Rawalpindi city centre via local transport or ride-sharing services. Depending on traffic conditions, the journey typically takes 20 to 40 minutes.

Duration of Visit

Visitors should allow between 2 and 4 hours to walk through the grounds and explore the different sections of the park.

When to Visit

The park is most comfortable during the cooler months of winter or early spring. Early morning or late afternoon visits are recommended to avoid the midday heat. The grounds get crowded on weekends and public holidays.

Nearby Attractions

The park's location allows for easy combination with other nearby sites:

  • Jungle World: 0.7km
  • Jinnah Park: 1.6km
  • St. Joseph's Cathedral: 2.7km
  • Korang River: 2.9km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Itineraries including this place

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Rawalpindi 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)

A 4-day route through Rawalpindi grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Good to visit alongside

Jungle World

Theme parks

Jungle World

A zoo and theme park inside Ayub National Park in Rawalpindi, spanning roughly 200,000 square meters. It's a great spot for a family outing to see a variety of animals.

0.7 km away
Jinnah Park , Rawalpindi

Parks & gardens

Jinnah Park , Rawalpindi

A leading amusement park in Rawalpindi's Chaklala Cantonment, spanning about 17 hectares. It's named in honor of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Pakistan's first Governor-General, whose statue stands at the entrance.

1.6 km away
St. Joseph's Cathedral, Rawalpindi

Temples & religious sites

St. Joseph's Cathedral, Rawalpindi

St. Joseph's Cathedral, Rawalpindi, Pakistan, is the main church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Islamabad-Rawalpindi.

2.7 km away
Korang River

Nature

Korang River

This river rises in the Murree hills and flows toward Islamabad, a tributary of the Soan River in the Potohar region. It offers a taste of nature between Rawalpindi and Islamabad.

2.9 km away
Pakistan Army Museum

Museums & galleries

Pakistan Army Museum

A military museum in Rawalpindi that opened in 1961. It traces the history of the Pakistani army through artifacts and photographs and is one of the largest of its kind in Pakistan.

3.0 km away
General Headquarters

Shopping & districts

General Headquarters

The General Headquarters of the Pakistan Army, located in Chaklala near Rawalpindi, houses the military's top command. The Joint Staff Headquarters sits right next to it.

3.4 km away