Title: Things to Do in Rohtas in 2026 | Expedia.com [Rohtas Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rohtas.dx6201784)[Hotels in Rohtas](https://expedia.com/Rohtas-Hotels.d6201784.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Rohtas](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Rohtas.d6201784.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Rohtas](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Rohtas.d6201784.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rohtas Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Rohtas.d6201784.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Rohtas ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Rohtas Types of activities [Rohtas Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Rohtas.dx6201784) ![ Rohtas Fort (Punjabi, Urdu: قلعہ روہتاس‎ Qila Rohtas) is a historical garrison fort located near the city of Jhelum in Punjab, Pakistan. It was built under Afghan king Sher Shah Suri, to subdue the rebellious tribes of the northern Punjab region, in the 16th century. This fort is about 4 km in circumference. The Rohtas fort was built to crush the local tribes of Potohar, who rebelled against the Sur dynasty after the Mughal emperor Humayun was ousted by the former. It took eight years to build the fort, it was captured by Mughal emperor Humayun in 1555.[1] Nadir Shah, the Turkic ruler of Persia, Afghan ruler Ahmed Shah Abdali and the Maratha army also camped here during their respective campaigns in the Punjab region. Rohtas was also occasionally used for administrative purposes by the Sikh ruler Ranjit Singh after he captured it in 1825.[2 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6117220/dcc212a0-15fb-4192-b98c-9ac15594a2aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![ Rohtas Fort (Punjabi, Urdu: قلعہ روہتاس‎ Qila Rohtas) is a historical garrison fort located near the city of Jhelum in Punjab, Pakistan. It was built under Afghan king Sher Shah Suri, to subdue the rebellious tribes of the northern Punjab region, in the 16th century. This fort is about 4 km in circumference. The Rohtas fort was built to crush the local tribes of Potohar, who rebelled against the Sur dynasty after the Mughal emperor Humayun was ousted by the former. It took eight years to build the fort, it was captured by Mughal emperor Humayun in 1555.[1] Nadir Shah, the Turkic ruler of Persia, Afghan ruler Ahmed Shah Abdali and the Maratha army also camped here during their respective campaigns in the Punjab region. Rohtas was also occasionally used for administrative purposes by the Sikh ruler Ranjit Singh after he captured it in 1825.[2 ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6117220/dcc212a0-15fb-4192-b98c-9ac15594a2aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Haveli of Raja Maan Singh, the trusted general of Emperor Akbar from the 16th century, in Hindu architectural style. It is located on the highest point inside Fort Rohtas. The fort was built by Raja Todar Mal, under the orders of King Sher Shah "The Lion King" of Sur (Bihar, India) and named Rohtas to celebrate the king's capture of Rohtasgarh in India. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6117220/3e80e0ee-4f27-47cb-83ac-bfee14595b9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Rohtas | Number of things to do | 2 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mines 1 Day Guided Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-rohtas-fort-khewra-salt-mines-tour.a2079625.activity-details): $249 | | Top 5 things to do | [Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mines 1 Day Guided Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-rohtas-fort-khewra-salt-mines-tour.a2079625.activity-details)[From Islamabad: Full Day Rohtas Fort (UNESCO Heritage Sight ) Guided Trip](/things-to-do/from-islamabad-full-day-rohtas-fort-guided-trip.a3339419.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mines 1 Day Guided Tour](/things-to-do/1-day-rohtas-fort-khewra-salt-mines-tour.a2079625.activity-details) | ## What to do in Rohtas --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Rohtas? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rohtas ![ Rohtas Fort](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6117220/dcc212a0-15fb-4192-b98c-9ac15594a2aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rohtas Fort You can find out about the history of Rohtas with a visit to Rohtas Fort. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the temples while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Rohtas-Fort-Rohtas.d6117220.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Rohtas ![Eid Gah Mosque in Gujrat City, Pakistan.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6360603/9e0c97d9-572d-4631-b132-eae121799f9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gujrat ![ Wazir Khan Mosque capital of punjab](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635945527726/0121221e-9691-4f8b-ab0b-0ad8f3f90369.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sarai Alamgir ![Panorama of Rohtas fortress in Punjab, Pakistan](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/790859165413138432/b4f50b41-7962-471e-b346-4daf1b71416b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Jhelum ![MGH Society - Between the Mountains, Pakistan, Islamabad March 4th, 2023](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/814807285146730496/76e384bb-e8fe-4ff3-8345-b7ae2e6ed811.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chakswari ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rohtas worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Rohtas? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Rohtas? ### Is three days enough to stay in Rohtas? ### What are some activities to do in Rohtas with kids? > - [Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mines 1 Day Guided Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/1-day-rohtas-fort-khewra-salt-mines-tour.a2079625.activity-details) ### What to do in Rohtas for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Rohtas? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app