Lahore, Pakistan
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Safe and peaceful residential area with budget accommodation. You'll experience everyday Pakistani family life. Quiet with no tourist amenities, so expect to spend on taxis to reach restaurants and sights.
Tree-lined avenues, parks, and organized blocks labeled A through J. This is where upper-middle-class families live - government workers, professors, successful businesspeople. You'll see families walking in parks in the evening, kids playing cricket in the streets, corner shops selling everyday items. Politicians and celebrities live here because it's well-maintained and secure. Each block has its own market, mosque, and playground. English is less common than in Gulberg or DHA since this is residential, not touristy. People are friendly though. Dining options are basic local restaurants and a few cafes - no nightlife or upscale places. It's like staying in a suburban neighborhood where you see everyday Pakistani family life. Safe for walking during the day and early evening, but not much to do. You'll need to go to Gulberg or the Old City for restaurants and sightseeing.
Daytime Safety
ExcellentNight Walking Safety
GoodHarassment Risk
ModeratePublic Transport Safety
GoodPickpocketing Risk
LowScam Risk
LowPolice Visibility
GoodEmergency Services
GoodEvening Venues
ModerateSolo Dining
ModerateDrug Activity
LowHomelessness Visibility
LowGetting By in English
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"Safe for walking but there's not much here"
"Peaceful but isolated - felt like staying in the suburbs"
"Families were friendly but not much English"
"Cheap accommodation but spent a lot on taxis to do anything"
"Safe and clean but boring compared to Gulberg"
Areas with comparable safety profiles for solo female travelers
Mid-range area with modern malls, student cafes, and younger crowd. Cheaper than Gulberg with decent safety and amenities. Good if you want cafe culture without paying premium prices.
The main upscale area with the best restaurants and cafes that have wifi. Feels safer than most of Lahore, especially around MM Alam Road. You'll pay more for everything and it's less authentically Pakistani.
Military district with high security, orderly infrastructure, and reliable services. Not trendy like Gulberg but safe and well-located for reaching the Old City and other areas. Good if security is a priority.
Help other women stay safe in Model Town
Neighborhood conditions can change. Check recent news, ask locals or your accommodation about current safety, especially for nighttime plans.