Old Dhaka Tour: Discover Dhaka City from a Local Perspective!

Old Dhaka Tour – Explore the Heritage Heart of Bangladesh

Step back in time with our immersive Old Dhaka Tour, a journey into the city’s most historic and cultural quarter. Known locally as Puran Dhaka, this area is the beating heart of Bangladesh, where Mughal-era architecture, bustling bazaars, riverfront life, and vibrant food culture blend into an unforgettable experience. If you are searching for things to do in Dhaka, this tour is your gateway to the oldest traditions, iconic landmarks, and authentic street life.

Why Choose Our Old Dhaka Tour?

Dhaka was once the capital of Bengal during the Mughal Empire, and its history lives on through monuments, mosques, and mansions. On this tour, you’ll explore Old Dhaka City with an expert local guide who knows the hidden alleys and cultural treasures that most visitors miss.

Highlights include:

  • A rickshaw ride through Shakhari Bazar and narrow heritage streets.

  • A visit to Lalbagh Fort, an unfinished Mughal citadel with centuries of history.

  • Exploring Star Mosque and the Armenian Church, symbols of Dhaka’s diverse past.

  • A boat ride on the Buriganga River, the lifeline of Dhaka.

  • Tasting authentic local food — from biryani to street snacks — making it almost a mini Dhaka Food Tour.

Old Dhaka Tour Itinerary

  • Morning Pickup: Your guide will meet you at your hotel.

  • Kawran Bazar: Experience the chaos of one of South Asia’s busiest markets.

  • Shakhari Bazar: Walk through 400-year-old alleys filled with craftsmen and colorful culture.

  • Lalbagh Kella (Fort): Explore the iconic Mughal-era fort and nearby attractions.

  • Lunch: Traditional Bangladeshi meal at a heritage restaurant or local eatery.

  • Buriganga River Cruise: Enjoy a short country boat ride, watching ferries, traders, and daily life.

  • Evening Return: Drop-off at your hotel with unforgettable memories.

What’s Included Old Dhaka Tour

  • AC car with driver

  • Professional English-speaking guide

  • All entrance fees and permits

  • Rickshaw & boat rides

  • Bottled water and snacks

  • Authentic Bangladeshi lunch

Why Book with Bangladesh Explore?

As the Best Tour Agency in Bangladesh, we specialize in curating authentic, safe, and memorable cultural experiences. Whether you want a Half-Day Tour Dhaka, a full Old Dhaka and Sonargaon Tour, or extended trips like Sreemangal and Sylhet Tour, Sundarbans and Bagerhat Tour, or a North Bengal Tour, we bring local expertise and international standards together.

Our Old Dhaka Tour is not just sightseeing — it’s A Cultural Tour designed for travelers who want to Discover Dhaka City with depth, flavor, and history.

Book Your Old Dhaka Tour Today

Don’t just visit Bangladesh — live it. From hidden alleys to heritage sites, from food stalls to river cruises, this experience brings the soul of Old Dhaka City to life. Secure your spot now and let us show you why this is one of the best places to visit in Dhaka.

 

HIGHLIGHTS

– Experience authentic local culture.
– Take a rickshaw ride through the narrow streets (not always in a fixed rickshaw).
– Enjoy a Small boat ride on the Buriganga River.
– Visit the ship repair yard.
– Explore popular tourist attractions.
– Savor local cuisine at neighborhood restaurants.
– Discover Dhaka’s vibrant life like a local, not a tourist.

Included/Excluded

  • Pick-up and drop-off by CNG auto rickshaw, Uber, or paddle rickshaw
  • Rickshaw or CNG for sightseeing
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Unlimited bottled water
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • All entrance fees included
  • Anything not mentioned above

Tour Plan

Place Curzon Hall

Curzon Hall is a historic building located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, known for its stunning Indo-Saracenic architecture. Built-in the early 20th century, it originally served as a town hall and later became part of Dhaka University.

Place Shahid Minar

Shahid Minar, located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, is a significant national monument dedicated to the martyrs of the Language Movement of 1952.

Place Dhakeshwari National Temple

National Temple is an important Hindu temple located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Dedicated to the goddess Dhakeshwari, it is considered one of the oldest temples in the country, dating back to the 12th century.

Place Lalbag Fort

Lalbag Fort, also known as Lalbagh Kella, is a historical fort complex located in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Built-in the late 17th century by Mughal prince Muhammad Azam, it was intended to serve as a military fortification and a palace.

Place The Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque

The Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque is a historical mosque near Lalbagh Fort in Dhaka. The mosque was built in Atish Khan Mahalla by Khan Mohammad Mridha under the instruction of Qadi Abdullah in 1706 CE. The mosque rises above its surroundings because the tahkhana or underground rooms of the mosque are above-grade

Place Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace)

Ahsan Manzil is also known as the Pink Palace. This was the official residential palace and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka. The building is situated at Kumartoli along the banks of the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Construction was started in 1859 and was completed in 1872. It was constructed in the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture. It has been designated as a national museum.

Place Ship Yard Dhaka

Ship Breaking & Repairing Yard is a trendy attraction nowadays in Dhaka. Especially, this place is number 1 on the list of photographers visiting Bangladesh. This is located on the other side of the Buriganga River. We have to cross the rover by a small boat which takes not more than 3 minutes to cross.

Place The Armenian Church

The church bears testimony to the existence of a significant Armenian community in the region in the 17th and 18th centuries.

Place Sadarghat Launch Tarminal

Sadarghat Launch Terminal is a major river port on the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The port is located in the southern part of the city. It is Bangladesh's busiest port in terms of passenger traffic. Sadarghat Launch Terminal is a major river port on the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The port is located in the southern part of the city. It is Bangladesh's busiest port in terms of passenger traffic.

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