Old Dhaka Travel Guide
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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
Learn about the local history of Dhaka when you spend time at Dhakeshwari Temple. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.
Lalbagh Fort
You can learn about the history of Dhaka with a visit to Lalbagh Fort. Discover the area's festivals and monuments.
Liberation War Museum
You can study the exhibits at Liberation War Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Dhaka. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
Star Mosque
Learn about the local history of Dhaka when you take a trip to Star Mosque. Wander the gardens and lakeside while you're in the area.
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Dhaka
Motijheel
When in Motijheel, you can plan a visit to Banga Bhaban and Bangabandhu National Stadium, 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 Banga Bhaban and Baitul Mukarram 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 Baridhara Central Mosque.
- New Market
- Dhakeshwari Temple
- Hoseni Dalan
- Khan Mohammead Mridha Mosque
- Chawk Mosque
- Jamuna Future Park
- Bashundhara City Mall
- Square Hospital Limited
- Baridhara Park
- Bangladesh Army Stadium
- Sher-e-Bangla Cricket Stadium
- Kurmitola General Hospital
- Bangladesh National Museum
- United Hospital
- Gulshan Ladies Park
- Ramna Park