Around Dhaka in 24 hours

Dhaka is a city with a lot to offer the discerning traveler. But don’t lose heart just because your stay here is short. With careful planning, you can make the most of your time and still manage to get quite a bit of sightseeing done. Just decide what you’d like to do, hop into an Uber and head out!

Grab authentic Mughal breakfast at Star Kebab super early 

Definitely not the healthiest option in the city, but certainly the yummiest. Masala ommelette, chicken korma and parathas with piping hot tea. The perfect start to the day!

Location: Across the city, Banani, Dhanmondi

Take a stroll around Ramna Park 

The morning is the best time to take in the natural beauty of Ramna Park.

Location: Ramna

Head to Lalbagh Fort and Ahsan Manzil

A tribute to the Mughal Dhaka period, the architectural aesthetic is a beauty to behold

Location: Old Dhaka

Have lunch at Hajir Biryani

Close to Lalbagh Fort, they are famous for the biryani with melt-in-your-mouth mutton. Definitely have the borhani to complement your meal

Location: Alu Bazar

Roam around Dhaka University area and catch a show at Shilpokala Academy

Shilpokala Academy hosts numerous shows every month. If you’re lucky, you get to catch some seasoned pros performing at Bangladesh’s Broadway.

Location: Ramna

Take a boat ride at Hatirjheel

Take a boat ride across Gulshan 1 lake and escape the sounds of central Dhaka. 

Location: Gulshan 1

Hit up a live music show

A lot of places in Dhaka do live music nights. Hit up Cuppa Coffee Club for some rock ‘n roll or head to Jatra Biroti for some authentic local folk music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. 

Location: Cuppa Coffee Club – Gulshan 2, Jatra Biroti – Banani

Platinum Suites, Banani. Price $$

Lakeshore Hotel, Banani. Price: $$$

Four Points by Sheraton, Gulshan 2. Price $$$

Radisson, Uttara. Price: $$$$

Le Meridian, Nikunjo. Price $$$$