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Very engaging!
Very well organized! The guide is very careful and prepared.
Old Dhaka City Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $57 / person
- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 90 reviews
- Languages
- EN, BN, NL
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Dhaka Tours
- Meeting point
- The tour will start at shahbagh flower market. A great way to start the tour.
Description
Explore the chaos of old dhaka with the expertise from our guides. We will be visiting Dhaka's oldest buildings dating back to the mughal period. Taste old dhaka food which will leave you with a craving back to bangladesh. We will be visiting everypoint with a rickshaw an at the end a boat ride to the pink palace. We guide you as our friend! Just read our reviews. We are also LGBT friendly.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7 times a day, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 10
- Adult (ages 18–80)
- $57
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $74.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Our first stop is Shahbagh wholesale flower market.
Dhakeshwari Temple
Dhakeswari built in the 12th century, this Sena-style Hindu temple is considered Bangladesh's National Temple.
Lalbag Fort
Lalbagh Fort is a fort in the old city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Its name is derived from its neighborhood Lalbagh, which means Red Garden. The term Lalbagh refers to reddish and pinkish architecture from the Mughal period.
Bara Katra
Bara Katra a historical and architectural monument, is one of the oldest buildings in Dhaka. It is a palatial building dating to the reign of the Mughal dynasty in the Bengal region.
Armenian Church
The Armenian Church, also known as Armenian Apostolic Church of the Holy Resurrection, is a historically significant architectural monument situated in the Armanitola area of old Dhaka, Bangladesh.
Star Mosque (Tara Masjid)
Old mosque with star decoration
Ahsan Manzil
Ahsan Manzil is 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.
Baitul Mukarram Mosque
National mosque of Bangladesh.
Sadarghat
Boat ride to Ahsan Manzil
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
90 reviews
How it compares in Dhaka
- No. 2 by number of reviews among 143 tours in Dhaka
- Starting price $57 is 35% below the typical $88 for tours of similar length in Dhaka
Excurgo comparison of 143 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- LGBT Friendly.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Old Dhaka City Tour take?
Old Dhaka City Tour lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does Old Dhaka City Tour cost?
Prices start at $57 per person for this Dhaka experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $74. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Old Dhaka City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 7 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
Can I cancel Old Dhaka City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include FARS Hotel & Resorts.
What languages is Old Dhaka City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, BN, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Old Dhaka City Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 90 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Dhaka Tours.
Reviews(90)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Hectic, fun and energetic, this tour is an absolute must on your Dhaka itinerary
Bappi was a fantastic guide and a must for navigating the maze of old Dhaka. I felt safe, well taken care of, and welcomed. Bappi took me everywhere I wanted to go and more. His hospitality was warm, and his skills as a tour guide in this hectic, energetic city are a perfect match. If you're visiting Dhaka, do this tour. Instead of dipping your toe in, you dive in head first. There's no other way to do Dhaka. I would add that doing the tour on the first full day is recommended, as it will give you confidence for the rest of your trip (you'll need it!). Once you've done old Dhaka with Bappi, you're good to go!
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Unforgettable Tour
My old city tour with Dhaka Tours was scintillating. I’ve traveled to many countries around the world and this was by far the most intense and memorable city tour I’ve ever taken. My guide, Babbi, was full of knowledge. He navigated us through the intensity of the Dhaka streets like a pro. We visited mosques, palaces, universities and ducked into hidden alleys that I would have never seen on my own. We hopped on and off boats and rickshaws with ease to behold some of the most interesting pockets of the old town, including the best local biryani and dessert shops you can find. Dhaka isn’t for the faint of heart, but if you want an unforgettable experience I would highly recommend Dhaka Tours.
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Amazing old Dhaka
Bappi is a experience guide & live in Old Dhaka, he arranged Old Dhaka tour via some kind of tuk tuk not via car, due old town road so narrow & traffic jam, if transfer by car will waste more & more time. I had wonderful day in Dhaka , high recommend it
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Amazing and memorable day in Dhaka
It exceeded all my expectations. With Bappi as my guide, I had a wonderful day in Dhaka full with amazing highlights such as tasting local food, river boat trip, watching old palaces, mosques, churches and markets … and beautiful old city of Dhaka … and memorable rikscha rides. 100% recommabdable!
Operator response
Thank you for the review!
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Dhaka beyond the usual tourist paths
Old Dhaka City Tour is a fantastic way to experience the vibrant energy, history, and culture of one of the oldest parts of the city. The tour offers a deep dive into the narrow streets of Old Dhaka, where every corner feels alive with heritage, commerce, and daily life. Highlights typically include visits to historic sites, bustling markets, and iconic food spots, giving a well-rounded feel of the city’s unique character. The guides are usually knowledgeable and help bring context to the chaotic yet fascinating environment. Overall, it’s an unforgettable cultural experience for anyone wanting to see the real, living heartbeat of Dhaka beyond the usual tourist paths.
Operator response
Thank you for the review. I appreciate the time you took to write it.
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Worst and very expensive sightseeing tour of Dhaka
Worst tour experience Terrified. The fellow is unlicensed by tourism The tour guide actually planned to use Uber for one place and then walk most of the time and then use Rickshaw to move to another place He is polite but even after explaining no desire to walk much he continued with his plan getting sprayed by sewage water ( there was rain in forecast ) and not liking stray dogs said yes but did what he wanted I demanded to be returned to hotel immediately This is 94USD !! So if you are looking for an adventure fine but for me Dhaka bloody expensive 2 Uber rides to and from a boring standard wholesale flower market. Ps we had to wait for the Ubers to arrive so you are waiting and waiting and then you get the I just had a child last week etc etc Let s showcase an unpicked corpse lying on the sidewalk Police Hauling disheveled homeless people sleeping amongst the greenery First and last time I use Viator or tripadvisor to book a tour
Operator response
Hello, I’m Javed, let me respond to this review properly. First, we’re deeply heartbroken that our tour failed to meet your exquisite, high-society standards. But do allow me to clear a few things up for you and anyone else reading this. Our guide, Bappi, who happens to be universally loved by every normal tourist we host, was flabbergasted right from the start. You actually asked the man to pull out his "official tour license." Ma'am, this is Bangladesh. Half the population doesn't even have a birth certificate, but you expected him to carry a framed diploma in his back pocket? We are a fully licensed tour operator. To even be listed on TripAdvisor, we had to submit stacks of commercial registry papers. So let’s call your claims what they are: complete fabrications. Then the tour began. Our description clearly states that we use whatever transportation makes sense to reach the starting point, strictly based on traffic. Light traffic? We take a car. After that, it’s all rickshaws. Why? Because unless your car can magically shrink to the size of a bicycle, it will not fit into Old Dhaka. The streets are narrow. Yet, the moment the Uber driver left, you flew into an immediate rage. Right after visiting the Shahbag Flower Market, you started complaining about how "filthy" the city was. I hate to break it to you, but Bangladesh has slightly different hygiene standards than a surgical unit. It’s dirty everywhere. Frankly, I shudder to think how you would have survived Old Dhaka itself, considering it makes the flower market look like a sterile cleanroom. The Pink Palace sits right on the river, and Sadarghat port is right on the water. Fun fact: that river is internationally classified as dead. The water is so heavily polluted that not even a single organism survives in it. I truly, genuinely wonder what tropical paradise you thought you were flying into when you bought that plane ticket. After your grand rampage about hygiene, you moved on to stray cats and dogs. Apparently, street animals offend you, and you demanded they stay away. Lady, at this point, I’m at a total loss for words. There are literally stray dogs roaming the tarmac next to the landing strip at Dhaka International Airport. They are essentially the official welcoming committee. Following the animal meltdown, you demanded to be dragged straight back to your hotel, proudly threatening a scathing TripAdvisor review. Our guide politely asked you to go easy on him, considering he had literally become a father just 16 hours prior. But as you so kindly admitted in your own review, you couldn't care less. I find it utterly mind-boggling how someone flies to one of the poorest, most densely populated places on the planet, books a walk through its most chaotic district, and then acts shocked by the lack of hygiene and the presence of stray animals. Old Dhaka has a thriving ecosystem where rats and crows feast like royalty—you will not find fatter rats anywhere on Earth. In the end, our guide apologized for the audacity of reality, turned around, and took you back to your hotel.
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Recommended tour
Very good tour of Old Dhaka with Bappi Islam, including extra places not on the itinerary such as a tour of a ferry boat. Bali was very polite and accommodating.
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Old Dhaka
Had a fun guided day tour with Bappi. He guided me through the chaos of old Dhaka with good knowledge, local food and shortcuts! Highly recommend
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A good way to see the real Dhaka
This tour gives a glimpse of what the real Dhaka looks like. Bappi with Dhaka Tours is very helpful, friendly and a nice guide to go on a tour with. He brought us on different sites with historical significance and we saw the real Dhaka when we went around the narrow crowded alleyways of Old Dhaka riding numerous rickshaws. It was an interesting experience and recommended if you only have a short time in the city.
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