Old Dhaka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Dhaka
Popular places to visit
Ahsan Manzil
You can study the exhibits at Ahsan Manzil, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Dhaka. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.
New Market
During your trip to Dhaka, you can enjoy retail therapy at New Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Dhakeshwari Temple
Learn about the local history of Dhaka when you spend time at Dhakeshwari Temple. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.
Lalbagh Fort
You can learn about the history of Dhaka with a visit to Lalbagh Fort. Discover the area's festivals and monuments.
1857 Memorial
You can learn about the history of Dhaka with a stop at 1857 Memorial. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Star Mosque
Learn about the local history of Dhaka when you take a trip to Star Mosque. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
Activities
Full Day Sonargaon, Old Capital and Island Trip
Private Tour: Dhaka Heritage & Cultural Tour - Full Day
Our pick of the best Old Dhaka Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan by IHG
Reviewed on 2 Jul. 2025
Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel
Reviewed on 16 May 2025
InterContinental Dhaka by IHG
Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025
The Westin Dhaka
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
Dhaka Regency Hotel & Resort
Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Dhaka
Motijheel
When in Motijheel, you can plan a visit to Baitul Mukarram and Banga Bhaban, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Dhanmondi
While Dhanmondi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jatiyo Sangshad Bhaban and Bashundhara City Mall.
Kamalapur
Kamalapur might not have many top sights, but Baitul Mukarram and Banga Bhaban are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mohammadpur
When in Mohammadpur, you can plan a visit to Saat Masjid and Jatiyo Sangshad Bhaban, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Banani
Visitors to Banani enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Bangladesh Navy Headquarter is worth a stop.
Gulshan
You'll enjoy the lake views and zoo in Gulshan. You might want to make time for a stop at Gulshan Circle 1 or Baridhara Central Mosque.