Uttara Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A densely packed urban skyline with a variety of building styles, including modern high-rises and older, lower-rise structures.
A large outdoor market with numerous colorful tents and a crowd of people.
A river with boats, a bridge, and a grassy path.

Stay near popular Uttara attractions

Update Tower

During your visit to Dhaka, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Update Tower. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
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Activities

Private Tour: Dhaka Heritage & Cultural Tour - Full Day

Private Tour: Dhaka Heritage & Cultural Tour - Full Day

AU$125
per adult
Private Tour: Dhaka Heritage & Cultural Tour - Full Day
Mesmerizing Tour in Sajek Valley

Mesmerizing Tour in Sajek Valley

AU$148
per adult
Mesmerizing Tour in Sajek Valley
Old Dhaka City Tour

Old Dhaka City Tour

AU$130
per adult
Old Dhaka City Tour
Friendly elderly vegetable sellers.

Private Guided Tour to Kawran's Bazar

AU$24
per adult
Private Guided Tour to Kawran's Bazar
Our guest from the USA enjoying a serene boat ride on the historic Buriganga River, soaking up the sights, sounds, and stories of Bangladesh.

Authentic Old Dhaka Day Tour with Shipyard Visit

AU$136
per adult
Authentic Old Dhaka Day Tour with Shipyard Visit
Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

AU$53
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package
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Our pick of the best Uttara Hotel Deals

Monsoon Courtyard Luxury Hotel

Monsoon Courtyard Luxury Hotel

4 out of 5
House 19, Road 2, Sector 3 Dhaka
The price is AU$79 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$79
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Aarong Flagship Outlet and Update Tower are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (36 reviews)
"overall quality was best. Even complementary breakfast was delicious . Shahid Vai Manager was an excellent person ."

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Monsoon Courtyard Luxury Hotel
Best Western Plus Maple Leaf

Best Western Plus Maple Leaf

4.5 out of 5
Plot 1B, Road 1, Sector 1 Dhaka
The price is AU$157 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$157
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Aarong Flagship Outlet and Update Tower are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)
"Very accommodating staff"

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Best Western Plus Maple Leaf
The Royal Palace Uttara

The Royal Palace Uttara

3 out of 5
House-11 Road No. 12 Dhaka Dhaka Division
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$70 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
AU$70
12 Aug - 13 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Aarong Flagship Outlet and Update Tower are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Great service.great people,"

Reviewed on 11 July 2026

The Royal Palace Uttara
Xpressmall Hotels & Resorts

Xpressmall Hotels & Resorts

3 out of 5
House- 32, Rd -19, Sector-14 Dhaka Dhaka Division
The price is AU$38 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$38
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions North Tower and Update Tower are located nearby.
6.6/10 (4 reviews)
"Clean room Hot water Not available Food Not suitable for foreigners"

Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Xpressmall Hotels & Resorts
Hotel Afford Inn

Hotel Afford Inn

3.5 out of 5
House 4, Road 3, Sector 1 Dhaka Bangladesh
The price is AU$52 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
AU$52
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
7.8/10 Good! (113 reviews)
"Good to live on flight transit"

Reviewed on 9 June 2026

Hotel Afford Inn
The Zabeer Dhaka

The Zabeer Dhaka

4 out of 5
House 1, Road 2, Sector 1 Dhaka Dhaka Division
The price is AU$117 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$117
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Aarong Flagship Outlet and Update Tower are located ...
7.2/10 Good! (12 reviews)
"Lovely environment"

Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025

The Zabeer Dhaka
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Our guide on where to stay in Uttara

Find the best Uttara areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a lake with buildings and trees in the background.
Photo by Nadia Hossain
Open Photo by Nadia Hossain

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.

A pedestrian bridge with a metal framework and wooden walkway, overlooking a river and dense greenery.

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.

Basundhara Residential Area

While Basundhara Residential Area may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Jamuna Future Park and Bangladesh Army Stadium.

A cityscape with a mix of high-rise buildings and mid-rise structures, including a construction site with a crane.

Banani

Visitors to Banani enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Bangladesh Navy Headquarter is worth a stop.

Aerial view of a bustling street scene, where vehicles and people navigate the crowded Mirpur 1, Dhaka, Bangladesh.

Mirpur

You'll enjoy the museums and zoo in Mirpur. You might want to make time for a stop at Sher-e-Bangla Cricket Stadium or Bangladesh National Zoo.

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