About Tollinton Market
Tollinton Market, built in 1864, is a fine example of colonial-era functional architecture on the Mall. Originally an exhibition hall and later a market, it has served many roles and now functions as a heritage and cultural venue.
Its long, verandahed form is a characterful stop on any colonial-Lahore walk, right beside the Lahore Museum.
Highlights
- Colonial architecture, 1860s verandahed market-hall design.
- Heritage venue, Repurposed for cultural use.
- Mall Road setting, Beside the Lahore Museum and NCA.
- History, A building that has served the city in many guises.
Plan this stop with Lahore Museum for a more complete Lahore itinerary.
For related planning, see Lahore Museum.
For related planning, see Lahore Full-Day Private Tour.
Nearby & related sites
Lahore Museum
Pakistan's greatest museum, home to the famous Fasting Buddha of Gandhara.
Read guide →National College of Arts (NCA)
Pakistan's premier art school in a beautiful historic Mall Road campus.
Read guide →Anarkali Bazaar
One of South Asia's oldest surviving markets, a maze of shops and food.
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