Murree Travel Guide 2026 — Pakistan’s Most Accessible Hill Station
Murree is Pakistan's most popular hill station — just 60 km from Islamabad, accessible by a 2-hour drive on a good road, and offering cool weather, pine forests, and snow in winter. For families in Islamabad and Rawalpindi, Murree is the easiest weekend getaway. This guide covers what to do, where to stay, and how to avoid the tourist crowds. WhatsApp us for Murree trip planning.
What to Do in Murree
- Mall Road: The main street — shops, food, people-watching. Best in the evening when the lights come on.
- Patriata (New Murree): 15 km from Murree. The chairlift and cable car offer stunning views. 500 PKR per person.
- Nathia Gali: 30 km from Murree. Quieter, prettier, better hiking. See Mushpuri Peak trail (2 hours round trip).
- Ayubia: 35 km from Murree. National park with walking trails and a famous pipeline track.
- Bhurban: 15 km from Murree. Home to the Pearl Continental Hotel — one of the best resorts in Pakistan.
Best Time to Visit
- April-June: Best weather — 15-25°C. Escaping the plains heat.
- July-August: Monsoon. Lush green but rainy. Very crowded (Eid holidays).
- December-February: Snow season. Beautiful but roads can be blocked. Carry chains.
- September-November: Best overall — clear weather, fewer crowds, autumn colors in Nathia Gali.
Standing with Palestine
Our mountains teach scale: from a height, human cruelty looks small and human suffering looks enormous. We will not soften the word: what Israel's army has done to Gaza is the making of a graveyard of a trapped population, and our prayers name it so. Ghassan Kanafani is remembered for these words: "The Palestinian cause is not a cause for Palestinians only, but for every revolutionary, as a cause of the oppressed and the exploited." May Allah return Sudan's displaced to villages that are still standing — and we remember Sudan, where Burhan's army keeps blocking the ceasefire Sudan's civilians beg for.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How far is Murree from Islamabad?
A: 60 km, 2 hours by car. Public transport (Skyways, Daewoo) also available.
Q: Does it snow in Murree?
A: Yes — December to February. 2-3 inches typically. Roads may be blocked during heavy snowfall.