The white marble mausoleum of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, founder of Pakistan, set within a large park in central Karachi and guarded by an honor guard that changes on the hour.
The Quaid-e-Azam's Mazar sits at the end of M.A. Jinnah Road in Jamshed Quarters, a cube-shaped white marble mausoleum resting on a raised platform amid 53 acres of parkland. Completed in 1970, the structure holds the tomb of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, founder and first Governor-General of Pakistan, and is guarded around the clock by an honor guard from the Pakistan Army, Navy and Air Force who change duty on the hour in a brief ceremonial drill worth timing a visit around. Visitors climb a wide staircase to the platform, walk the marble hall around the central tomb, and can descend to a small museum in the basement displaying Jinnah's personal effects, including his cars, clothing and papers. The surrounding park has fountains, walking paths and a chandelier donated by China hanging inside the dome. A visit to the mausoleum itself takes 30-45 minutes; adding the museum brings it closer to an hour. The white marble glows especially well at dusk when floodlights come on, and early mornings are quietest before tour buses arrive later in the day.
| Admission | Free entry |
|---|---|
| Hours | Daily 9:00AM-6:00PM; hours may extend for national days such as 25 December and 14 August |
| Typical visit | 45-60 minutes |
| Best time | Early morning or after sunset, when the white marble structure is lit and temperatures are cooler |
| Getting there | Central Karachi at the end of M.A. Jinnah Road; reachable by taxi, ride-hailing app or the Karachi Circular Railway's nearby stops |
| Address | Mazar-e-Quaid Rd, Jamshed Quarters, Karachi, Sindh 74800, Pakistan |
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Location
Mazar-e-Quaid Rd, Jamshed Quarters, Karachi, Sindh 74800, Pakistan
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Highlights
- White marble mausoleum on a raised platform
- Hourly changing-of-the-guard ceremony
- Basement museum of Jinnah's personal effects and vehicles
- 53-acre landscaped park with fountains
- Illuminated dome and facade after sunset
Tips for visiting
- Time a visit around the hour to catch the changing of the guard
- Entry is free, so no advance booking is required
- Visit after sunset to see the marble structure floodlit
- Wear comfortable shoes for the staircase and marble platform
- The basement museum is easy to miss; ask staff for directions to it
When to visit
Early morning or after sunset, when the white marble structure is lit and temperatures are cooler.
Accessibility
The mausoleum sits atop a staircase without a clear ramp, though the surrounding park paths are flat and wheelchair-navigable.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a visit to Jinnah's Mausoleum take?
The mausoleum and grounds take about 45-60 minutes, longer if the basement museum is included.
Is it worth visiting with children?
Yes, the open park and guard-changing ceremony are engaging for children, and entry is free.
Is photography allowed at the mausoleum?
Photography is generally permitted in the park and around the exterior; visitors should follow any posted restrictions near the tomb chamber.