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Home/Destinations/Islamabad/Islamabad history
History · Islamabad itinerary

Islamabad History: The Best Itinerary

The region holds ancient history. Here is how to explore it — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Taxila
  2. 2City
  3. 3Rawalpindi
  4. 4Heritage

Taxila

The ancient UNESCO ruins.

The city

The monument and museums.

Rawalpindi

The old twin-city bazaars.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Islamabad — prices per person.

Best of Islamabad: One-Day Sightseeing Tour
Islamabad
Best of Islamabad: One-Day Sightseeing Tour
5.0(30)·5–7 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Top Ten Wonders of Islamabad Guided City Tour
Islamabad
Top Ten Wonders of Islamabad Guided City Tour
5.0(73)·8 hours
from$120/ person
via Viator
From Islamabad: Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour
Islamabad
From Islamabad: Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour
4.9(17)·8 hours
from$150/ person
via Viator
Private 2-Day Lahore Heritage, Culture & Sightseeing Tour
Lahore
Private 2-Day Lahore Heritage, Culture & Sightseeing Tour
5.0(32)·2 days
from$290/ person
via Viator
Lahore Heritage and Sightseeing Guided Tour
Lahore
Lahore Heritage and Sightseeing Guided Tour
5.0(31)·8 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Private Khewra Salt Mine Day Tour From Lahore & Islamabad
Lahore
Private Khewra Salt Mine Day Tour From Lahore & Islamabad
5.0(12)·1–10 hours
from$225/ person
via Viator
Discover Peshawar Full Day Guided Tour from Islamabad
Islamabad
Discover Peshawar Full Day Guided Tour from Islamabad
5.0(11)·8–12 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Private Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Tour
Lahore
Private Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Tour
5.0(29)·8 hours
from$100/ person
via Viator

Islamabad history — FAQ

What is Taxila?
A UNESCO site of ancient Buddhist ruins near Islamabad.
What is Rawalpindi?
Islamabad’s bustling twin city next door.
What is the Pakistan Monument?
A landmark monument shaped like blooming petals.

Explore more in Islamabad

Faisal MosqueMargalla HillsCity SightseeingTaxila RuinsMurree Hills