Old Dhaka Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Dhaka
Popular places to visit
Lalbagh Fort
You can learn about the history of Dhaka with a visit to Lalbagh Fort. Discover the area's festivals and 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
Dhakeshwari Temple is just one of the places to see in Dhaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
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.
Baldha Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Baldha Garden, a lovely green space in Dhaka. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Star Mosque
Star Mosque is just one of the places to see in Dhaka, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments while you're in the area.
Activities
Full Day Sonargaon, Old Capital and Island Trip
Private Tour: Dhaka Heritage & Cultural Tour - Full Day
Panam City and Folklore Museum: Meghna River Island Boat Trip
Our pick of the best Old Dhaka Hotel Deals
Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel
"The airport shuttle was not included. They asked for a fee."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Monsoon Courtyard Luxury Hotel
"We were visiting Bangladesh from Canada. This was by far the worst experience we have ever had with any hotel internationally. The check in time was very delayed. They could not give us a meal after we ordered one. The toilet did not flush properly, Washroom door did not close. Our room’s faucet/shower ..."
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Amari Dhaka
"breakfast is amazing"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hotel D Palace
"It's really good"
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Dhaka Uttara
"Staffs are good, rooms are good as i am executives for JPMorgan they came into see me, breakfast was good, only i wanted to keep some food in their refrigerator to bring to us, they dint give me permission initially and i had to keep at family members house"
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan by IHG
"Best friendly staff from lobby and restaurant location is perfect and everything is available around"
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Dhaka
Motijheel
When in Motijheel, you can plan a visit to Bangabandhu National Stadium and Baitul Mukarram, 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 Bangabandhu National Stadium 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 Hatir Jheel.
