3 nights, 4 days
Dhaka 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)
A 4-day route through Dhaka grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026
The whole route at a glance
Map and place data © OpenStreetMap contributors Lines are straight connections, not actual routes.
DAY 1
Around Baitul Mukarram National Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Castles & palaces
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MorningBaitul Mukarram National Mosque
Temples & religious sites
The national mosque of Bangladesh, located in the heart of Dhaka. Completed in 1968, it can accommodate more than 40,000 worshippers.
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After lunchBangabhaban
Castles & palaces · 0.9 km from the previous stop
Bangabhaban serves as the official residence and office of the President of Bangladesh, situated along the road leading to Dilkusha Avenue. Surrounded by spacious gardens, it's a pleasant place to explore on a leisurely walk.
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AfternoonSt. Mary’s Cathedral, Dhaka
Temples & religious sites · 2 km from the previous stop
St. Mary's Cathedral is a Catholic church in Kakrail, Ramna, Dhaka, built in 1956. It's a quiet religious landmark worth a peaceful visit in the heart of the city.
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EveningMusa Khan Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 1.2 km from the previous stop
Musa Khan Mosque is an 18th-century Mughal-style mosque in southern Dhaka. It was built by Musa Khan's grandson and holds significant historical value.
DAY 2
Around Shaheed Minar · Heritage & monuments·Temples & religious sites
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MorningShaheed Minar
Heritage & monuments
Shaheed Minar is a national monument in Dhaka built to honor those who lost their lives in the 1952 Bengali Language Movement protests. It stands as a symbolic site for reflecting on Bangladesh's history of language and identity.
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After lunchDhakeshwari Temple
Temples & religious sites · 0.5 km from the previous stop
Dhakeshwari Temple is a Hindu temple in Old Dhaka, designated as Bangladesh's national temple. It holds the unique distinction of being the only state-managed Hindu temple in a Muslim-majority country.
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AfternoonKartalab Khan Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 1.1 km from the previous stop
Kartalab Khan Mosque stands in Begum Bazar in Old Dhaka and was built in the early 1700s. Its distinctive architecture, with five domes set atop octagonal pillars, draws attention.
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EveningChawkbazar Shahi Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.3 km from the previous stop
This mosque stands in the Chawkbazar area of Old Dhaka, Bangladesh. Set among old lanes, it's a good place to soak up the atmosphere of historic Dhaka while exploring.
DAY 3
Around Bangladesh National Museum · Museums & galleries·Temples & religious sites
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MorningBangladesh National Museum
Museums & galleries
The Bangladesh National Museum is located in the Shahbagh area of Dhaka. It houses artifacts that showcase the country's culture and history.
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After lunchKatabon Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.3 km from the previous stop
A mosque in Shahbagh, Dhaka, that serves as a hub for Islamic missionary activity in Bangladesh. It holds deep religious significance as the headquarters of the Bangladesh Masjid Mission.
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AfternoonRamna Kali Temple
Temples & religious sites · 1.2 km from the previous stop
This Hindu temple in Dhaka was built during the Mughal era. Dedicated to the goddess Kali, it lets visitors sense traces of Hindu faith within the city.
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EveningKakrail Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.8 km from the previous stop
A mosque in Kakrail, Ramna, Dhaka, located near Ramna Park. It is known as the center of Bangladesh's Tablighi Jamaat movement, making it a place of deep religious significance.
DAY 4
Around Ahsan Manzil · Museums & galleries·Temples & religious sites
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MorningAhsan Manzil
Museums & galleries
This former official palace of a royal family on a riverbank near Dhaka now serves as a museum. It offers a look at the legacy of Bangladesh's royal era.
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After lunchArmenian Church
Temples & religious sites · 0.6 km from the previous stop
A historic building located in Armanitola, Dhaka's old town. It bears traces of the Armenian community that settled in the area during the 17th and 18th centuries.
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AfternoonStar Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop
A mosque in the Armanitola area of Dhaka, built in the early 19th century. It is known for its blue star motifs and is iconic enough to appear on Bangladesh's 5-taka banknote.
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EveningLaxmi Narayan Mandir
Temples & religious sites · 1 km from the previous stop
Laxmi Narayan Mandir is a Hindu temple on Nawabpur Road in Dhaka with about 300 years of history. Dedicated to Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and abundance, it offers a quiet, contemplative atmosphere for those strolling through Old Dhaka.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Residence Inn
0.2 km
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Olyampia Palace
0.3 km
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Hotel Plaza Inn
0.4 km
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Hotel Delux
0.4 km
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Hotel D Badsha & Restaurant
0.4 km
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Hotel Upaban International
0.4 km
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