Dhaka/Old Dhaka

Old Dhaka is located on the banks of Buriganga River.

Get in
Old Dhaka has little of public transport infrastructure so cycle rickshaw is your best option. Buses are used by locals but signage is rare and utterly confusing for a tourist. The Sadarghat river terminal, on Buri Ganga River, in the southern-western part of the district a major harbour for river transport and can be a useful way of reaching Dhaka from other cities.

Get around
Rickshaws and taxis are the main mode for getting around the rather chaotic streets of Old Dhaka. Distances are fairly short but the striking heat can make walking quite a challenge.

Religious sites




Eat
Restaurants are crammed throughout the narrow alleys and along the main streets - duck into one of them and you'll likely not be too disappointed. A full meal will usually cost around Tk 70, although fish costs more.



Dhakaiya Biryani
Traditional Dhakaiya spicy dish available in every corner of old Dhaka. Some famous biryani restaurants in old Dhaka are:

Drink
Nope. Not in Dhaka.

Sleep
Old Dhaka lacks high-end hotels, those can be found in Central and North Dhaka.