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InterContinental Dhaka
First opened in 1966 and reopened in 2018 after a full renovation, this central hotel on Minto Road has 226 rooms, an outdoor pool and a spa, a short walk from Ramna Park.
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DAC · 23.71° N · 90.41° E · Bangladesh
Dhaka
Bangladesh's busy capital, with Mughal forts, river life on the Buriganga and its famous biryani.
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About Dhaka
In short
- Ahsan Manzil, the Pink Palace
- Lalbagh Fort, begun in 1678
- Star Mosque in Old Dhaka
- Boat rides from Sadarghat
- Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban, the parliament designed by Louis Kahn
At a glance
- Country
- Bangladesh
- Region
- South Asia
- Local time
- GMT+6
- Time difference
- Same time as Dhaka
- Currency
- Bangladeshi Taka (BDT)
- Languages
- Bangla and English
- Main airport
- DACHazrat Shahjalal International Airport
- Best time to visit
- November to February
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Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh and the arrival point for most visits home. Old Dhaka, along the Buriganga river, is a maze of lanes, bazaars and historic buildings, while the newer north of the city has the shopping centres, hotels and restaurants of Gulshan, Banani and Dhanmondi.
Start with Ahsan Manzil, the pink palace of the Nawabs of Dhaka, then Lalbagh Fort and the Star Mosque. Take a boat from Sadarghat to see the river traffic up close, and leave room for kacchi biryani and street snacks such as fuchka.
Before you go
Entry and visas
Entry rules for Bangladesh depend on the passport you hold and why you are travelling, and they can change. Check the official entry requirements below when you book and again shortly before you go.
Health
Read TravelHealthPro's Bangladesh page and book a travel health appointment well before your trip. Dhaka is hot for much of the year, so drink plenty of bottled or treated water and take care in the sun. Mosquitoes are common, so cover up and use insect repellent. If you have a heart or lung condition, check local air quality during your stay.
Money
The currency is the Bangladeshi taka (BDT). Carry some cash for rickshaws, markets and small shops, let your bank know you are travelling and check what your card charges for use abroad.
General information only, not legal or medical advice. Rules change, so check the official source before you travel.
Checked on 14 October 2026
When to go
- JanuaryBest
- FebruaryBest
- March
- April
- May
- JuneNot ideal
- JulyNot ideal
- AugustNot ideal
- SeptemberNot ideal
- October
- NovemberBest
- DecemberBest
November to February is dry, with daytime highs of about 25 to 30°C and very little rain. Most of the year's rain falls from May to October, and July is usually the wettest month.
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Pictures of Dhaka
Ahsan Manzil, the former palace of the Nawabs of Dhaka, now a museum 
Painted cycle rickshaws on a street in Dhaka 
Lalbagh Fort in Old Dhaka, begun in 1678 and never finished 
Dhaka seen from above in the evening light
Questions about Dhaka
See all questionsDo I need a visa to visit Bangladesh?
That depends on your passport and the purpose of your trip. The rules can change, so check the official entry requirements when you book and again shortly before you travel.
Checked on 14 October 2026
What should I wear in Dhaka?
Dress modestly, with shoulders and legs covered, as Bangladesh is a mainly Muslim country. Local dress codes matter even more during Ramadan, when opening hours of shops and restaurants can also change.
How do people get around Dhaka?
Cycle rickshaws carry a large share of journeys, alongside auto rickshaws known locally as CNGs, buses and taxis. The city's first metro line, MRT Line 6, opened in December 2022. Agree a rickshaw or CNG fare before you set off.
Which airport serves Dhaka?
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (DAC) serves Dhaka. It lies about 15 km north of the city centre, so allow extra time for the road journey into town.
When is Bengali New Year in Dhaka?
Pohela Boishakh, the Bengali New Year, falls on 14 April each year in Bangladesh and is a public holiday. In Dhaka it begins at dawn with a gathering under the banyan tree at Ramna, and a colourful procession organised by fine arts students follows.
When is the best time to visit Dhaka?
November to February is usually the most comfortable time, when the weather is dry and daytime highs are about 25 to 30°C. March to May is hot, and the monsoon brings most of the year's rain from May to October.
