Location: Karachi
Top Things to do in Karachi
What to do and see in Karachi, Sindh Province: The Best Museums
Karachi (Urdu: کراچی; ALA-LC: Karācī, IPA: [kəˈraːtʃi] ( listen); Sindhi: ڪراچي) is the capital of the Pakistani province of Sindh. It is the most populous city in Pakistan, and third most populous city proper in the world. Ranked as a beta world city, the city is Pakistan's premier industrial and financial centre. Karachi is also Pakistan's most cosmopolitan city. Situated on the Arabian Sea, Karachi serves as a transport hub, and is home to two of Pakistan's two largest seaports, the Port of Karachi and Port Bin Qasim, as well as the busiest airport in Pakistan.
Restaurants in Karachi
1. State Bank Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By Karachifood
Located in the Business district of Karachi, it is the only museum of its kind in Pakistan that offers an insight to creation of money, its printing, circulation, regulation of Pakistani Currency - the Rupee. It has in its display all notes that are or were in circulation including a vast collection of current and historic coins. History of the central Bank, pictures of its inauguration, speeches of the Quaid, original treaties, documents, manuscripts, details of Governors, and historical desks, rooms and artefacts including an original gold weighing scale, note sorter, etc are on display Commemorative coins issued by the State Bank are also on display. A separate section on stamps and original collection of the famous calligraphist Sadequain, who in early days worked for State bank are also on display in different galleries. A souvenir shop sells replicas of artefacts too. The building itself is impressive that was built before the creation of Pakistan and housed the Imperial Bank of India. It is a grotesque structure made in pink Jaisalmeer stone that was brought in from Rajasthan. It has a grand entrace and is open to all. A lot of students visit the place where they have conducted tours too. Though the building is located on the mani Chundrigar Road with large D shaped garden and grand driveway but entrance is from a security gate on the side Mumtaz Hasan Road.
2. VM Art Gallery
3. TDF MagnifiScience Children's Studio
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
What happens to the ball when you place it over a blower? How does Left Brain and Right Brain conflict? These are only some of the questions that you will find answers to when visiting TDF Studio. All objects within TDF Studio can be touched, explored, tested, researched, and inquired. TDF Studio will provide an inclusive environment where children from all backgrounds can play, learn, imagine, ask questions, explore and discover the wonders of science. Through hands-on science, problem-solving and fostering a love of learning through educational activities, TDF Studio hopes to enable the next generation of creative thinkers. TDF Studio encompasses various elements: Propulsion/Forces, Mathematics, Mind Games, Pre-Engineering, Tinkering Studio/Design Lab, Acoustic and Sound, Optical Illusion, Light, Energy. Each theme has various activities planned around its subjects such as interactive exhibits and educational games.
4. Mohatta Palace Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
The palace was used as the residence of Quid-e-Azam's sister, Fatima Jinnah until her death in 1967
Reviewed By SafJaff - Fort Worth, United States
Mohatta Palace takes you back to a royal time. We toured the palace and it was a great historical experience. Exhibits change every so often. There is a small gift shop inside as well! We also attended a private musical event (pre-Covid). The site is very well maintained.
5. PAF Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 282 reviews
Reviewed By faizansabir - Faisalabad, Pakistan
Get in the museum and fell yourself a part of PAF history. I am so proud that i was here. This museum will make you proud as a Pakistani. You will get in touch with history of PAF since its existence. And i was able to visit Air craft which remained in use of QUAID-E-AZAM. It is a place worth visiting.
6. Quaid-e-Azam House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By Rosii75 - London, United Kingdom
Nice trip back in time, looked at the original belongings of Quaid e Azam jinnah sahib displayed wonderfully. 2 of his cars were also show cased. ideal picnic surroundings outside with floral parks & fountains
7. Artciti
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2 reviews
ARTCITI, a Karachi based innovative art gallery adds flavor to this wealth by expanding local creativity and taking it to a global level. As a wide platform for promoting Pakistani art, ARTCITI aims to become an art powerhouse. With a state-of-the-art gallery and an impressive online portal, ARTCITI offers something to all palates and provides an abundance of art to people all around the world.
8. Frere Hall
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By SafJaff - Fort Worth, United States
Frere Hall is a must see! It's a combination of museum, art, and history. Exhibits change and it's a great learning experience. The iconic site needs more upkeeping. When you walk through the exhibit hall, look up to see an unfinished master piece (I'll spare the details for your visit).
9. PIA Planetarium
10. Pakistan Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 64 reviews
Reviewed By Doctor_Yazdani - Islamabad, Pakistan
This is a must see museum of the Navy in Karachi. They have made sure to make it interesting for the kids as most museums are usually boring for the kids. When in Karachi do visit this museum along with the family for a truly entertaining and educating experience!
