Old Dhaka Travel Guide
Dhaka
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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
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.
Lalbagh Fort
You can learn about the history of Dhaka with a visit to Lalbagh Fort. Discover the area's festivals and 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.
Things to do
Full Day Sonargaon, Old Capital and Island Trip
Dhaka Private Custom Tour With A Local Guide
Authentic Old Dhaka Day Tour with Shipyard Visit
Top hotels in Old Dhaka
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan by IHG
Mr Raihan and Mr Thowai are really friendly and helpful. They really make the guest feel comfortable with thier friendliness
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel
We had a great one week stay. Excellent breakfast buffet and all staff were very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Amari Dhaka
Drink and food cost way too much
Reviewed on 2 May 2025
InterContinental Dhaka by IHG
Deepti and her colleague did a great job keeping room 717 and 718 clean.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden
Staff was very friendly and pleasant
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Blossom Hotel Dhaka
It is ok to stay for a night
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
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 Police Plaza Concord Shopping Mall.
