Old Dhaka Travel Guide

Dhaka

A historic building with domed towers, a central archway, and a symmetrical garden with trimmed hedges.
A historic building with domes and arches, a central pool, and a well-maintained garden.
A historic building with domes and minarets, a central courtyard with a water feature, and a cityscape in the background.
A large, historic building with domes and arches, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and a swimming pool.
A busy street with rickshaws and bicycles, some covered with colorful fabrics.

Stay near popular Old Dhaka attractions

Lalbagh Fort

9.0/10 (15 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Dhaka with a visit to Lalbagh Fort. Discover the area's festivals and monuments.
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Things to do

Mesmerizing Tour in Sajek Valley

Mesmerizing Tour in Sajek Valley

Rp1.863.224
per adult
Mesmerizing Tour in Sajek Valley
panam nagar

Panam City and Folklore Museum: Meghna River Island Boat Trip

Rp1.372.940
per adult
Panam City and Folklore Museum: Meghna River Island Boat Trip
Panam City

Full Day Sonargaon, Old Capital and Island Trip

Rp2.402.645
per adult
Full Day Sonargaon, Old Capital and Island Trip
Lalbag

Private Day Trip: History of Dhaka

Rp1.716.175
per adult
Private Day Trip: History of Dhaka
Private custom tour with a local guide Dhaka

Dhaka Private Custom Tour With A Local Guide

Rp886.752
per adult
Dhaka Private Custom Tour With A Local Guide
Dhaka City Tour

Dhaka City Tour

Rp1.806.500
per adult
Dhaka City Tour
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Top hotels in Old Dhaka

The Westin Dhaka

The Westin Dhaka

5 out of 5
Main Gulshan Avenue Dhaka
The price is Rp2.550.746 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.550.746
Rp3.338.289 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa and 5 restaurants. Popular attractions Gulshan Lake and Gulshan Ladies Park are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (134 reviews)
"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 20 May 2026

The Westin Dhaka
Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel

Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel

5 out of 5
78 Gulshan Avenue Dhaka
The price is Rp2.514.820 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.514.820
Rp3.291.271 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Gulshan Circle 1 and Gulshan Lake are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (88 reviews)
"I found the Renaissance by accident as I wanted a hotel more central in Gulshan 2. I lucked out, as the Renaissance was an excellent hotel. The staff, were super accommodating and helpful, the rooms spacious, clean and comfortable. The facilities, were clean, accessible and while the gym was a little ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Renaissance Dhaka Gulshan Hotel
Le Meridien Dhaka

Le Meridien Dhaka

5 out of 5
79/A Commercial Area Airport Road Dhaka
The price is Rp4.113.527 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
Rp4.113.527
Rp5.383.579 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Dhaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Popular attractions Rajuk Trade Center Shopping Mall and Army Golf Club ...
Le Meridien Dhaka
InterContinental Dhaka by IHG

InterContinental Dhaka by IHG

5 out of 5
1 Minto Road Dhaka Dhaka
The price is Rp1.850.189 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp1.850.189
Rp2.421.592 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dhaka. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (166 reviews)
"good to to stay here,i am happy"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

InterContinental Dhaka by IHG
Hyatt Place Dhaka Uttara

Hyatt Place Dhaka Uttara

4 out of 5
2 Jashimuddin Road Dhaka Dhaka
The price is Rp1.778.337 per night from 12 Aug to 13 Aug
Rp1.778.337
Rp2.335.276 total
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 ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
"Staffs are good, rooms are good as i am executives for JPMorgan they came into see me, breakfast was good, only i wanted to keep some food in their refrigerator to bring to us, they dint give me permission initially and i had to keep at family members house"

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Hyatt Place Dhaka Uttara
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 Rp1.254.225 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
Rp1.254.225
Rp1.800.403 total
19 Aug - 20 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! (183 reviews)
"Short overnight stay, decent room and great staff. extremely forthcoming. Spent the evening at the bar and had breakfast the next morning before leaving for the airport. very close to the airport and quiet. Breakfast selection was nice."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Best Western Plus Maple Leaf
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Where to stay in Old Dhaka

Find the best Old Dhaka 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 densely packed urban skyline with a variety of building styles, including modern high-rises and older, lower-rise structures.

Uttara

Uttara is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Update Tower and Aarong Flagship Outlet.

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.

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.

An aerial view of a densely packed urban area with numerous buildings and a large open green space.

Mohammadpur

When in Mohammadpur, you can plan a visit to Saat Masjid and Jatiyo Sangshad Bhaban, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Old Dhaka Travel Guide