Old Dhaka
Dhaka
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 search for that perfect souvenir 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.
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
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
Private Guided Tour to Kawran's Bazar with Pick Up.
Top hotels in Old Dhaka
Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel
Service is excellent, I had issue with a flight being cancelled and they happily extend to 6 PM no charge since also bit low on occupancy at their site. The Small gesture that helps me during sudden changes on travel worth more than 5 stars
Reviewed on Oct 2, 2025
Amari Dhaka
Drink and food cost way too much
Reviewed on May 2, 2025
Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan by IHG
Very elegant and modern !
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025
InterContinental Dhaka by IHG
What a experience.. wow
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Best Western Plus Maple Leaf
Hotel was clean and comfortable. Walking distance from the airport. Staff was great and very helpful. Great shower and AC. Very safe. Th staff made my stay better. This hotel is a 10 out of 10. The city of Dhaka is a negative 10 out of 10 so if you’re forced to enter Dhaka I would recommend this ...
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Blossom Hotel Dhaka
Room is very clean. Hotel staff excellent, they are very polite and friendly. Breakfast very good. Air conditioning very good. Foreign embassy near walking distance.police station near by. Hotel has twenty four hour security. I was visiting Dhaka, I stayed there seven nights.very good location. I ...
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Dhaka
Motijheel
While Motijheel might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Baitul Mukarram and Banga Bhaban.
Dhanmondi
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Dhanmondi and surrounding area, you can visit Jatiyo Sangshad Bhaban and Bashundhara City Mall.
Kamalapur
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Kamalapur and surrounding area, you can visit Baitul Mukarram and Banga Bhaban.
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 Gulshan South Paka Market D.N.C.C..
