Old Dhaka
Dhaka
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 search for that perfect souvenir at New Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
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.
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.
Liberation War Museum
You can study the exhibits at Liberation War Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Dhaka. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
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.
Things to do
Old Capital Sonargaon Day-Tour from Dhaka City
Full Day Sonargaon, Old Capital and Island Trip
Sonargaon, Panam, Jamdani Village Cultural and Heritage Tour
Top hotels in Old Dhaka
InterContinental Dhaka by IHG
"Clean room Very accommodating staff Great variety of food Spa is the best"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Hotel D Palace
"It's really good"
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel
The Westin Dhaka
"I stay in Dhaka often and this was my first time at the Westin. The Buffet was mediocre and the hotel was very busy and not in a good way. As a female solo traveller for work I prefer other hotels in the area as they are more attentive to guests."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Blossom Hotel Dhaka
"Room was clean"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Le Meridien Dhaka
Where to stay in Old Dhaka
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.
Uttara
Uttara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Update Tower and North Tower.
Basundhara Residential Area
Basundhara Residential Area might not have many top sights, but Jamuna Future Park and Bangladesh Army Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Banani
Visitors to Banani enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Bangladesh Navy Headquarter is worth a stop.
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.
