Dhaka City Tour: Experience Local Lifestyle, Markets and Historic Sites

Immerse yourself in the vibrant local lifestyle of Dhaka City through a tour that takes you to bustling markets, historic sites, and cultural landmarks. Capture the essence of this dynamic city and create lasting memories.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Kawran Bazar - Kawran Bazar’s wholesale vegetable and fish market is a must-see during the morning rush hours, offering plenty of opportunities for photography. Similar to Thailand and Bangkok, the fascinating fish market operates on the train tracks in the early morning. It’s a captivating area to explore.
  • Shahbag Flower Market - The morning…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
Additional Information

Engage your senses and test your photographic skills by participating in the awakening of one of the world’s largest cities. Dhaka, the political, trade, and cultural hub of Bangladesh, offers endless opportunities for travelers eager to capture the unique lifestyles of its residents. Experience the life of a local shopper as you navigate bustling…

Location
Kawran Bazar
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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X289ohkevina
Sep 1, 2025
The Highlights of Dhaka in a day! - The highlight of my short trip, without a doubt. Our guide was Jery and he was fantastic. His knowledge was amazing, and he made the tour enjoyable and educational. 100% recommend this tour and this guide!
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47carolinel
Sep 1, 2025
Great experience to discover Dhaka - Jerry was a very kind and knowledgeable guide who took me with rickshaws and tuktuk to the most important highlights of Dhaka. The market and the fort i have enjoyed most.
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Daiki
Aug 14, 2025
An invaluable experience. - It was a very valuable experience. My guide was Mr. Jery, who explained it very carefully. They also changed my plan when I told them where I wanted to go. I had a great time thanks to it. Thank you very much.
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Vadim_a
Aug 2, 2025
Dive into the real Dhaka - It’s was a really great experience and I want to thank Mahadi, he showed me the real and original Dhaka from all its sides. It was deep, interesting, multi-faceted and emotional. The tour is a smart, productive and very cool. If you want to get a lot of new emotions and expertise you need to choose this tour. Thank you for this adventure!
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Patrick
Jul 23, 2025
Friendly & Expert Navigation in a Complex City that Demands both. - Afridi truly showed me the city. We used nearly every mode of transport in a single day. He was prompt and punctual. He has the heart of a true ambassador. Even though we spent nearly a third of the day stuck in protest traffic; he maintained a positive attitude and shared many of his own views. Dhaka is a city that pulses with life, often teetering on the edge of chaos. It’s densely packed, with streets that thrum with honking horns, tangled traffic, and a constant stream of people. The air can feel thick with dust, fumes/exhaust, and the scent of street food sizzling on every corner. Infrastructure struggles to keep up with the sheer volume of its population, leading to visible wear, congestion, and uneven development. In many ways, Dhaka reflects the resilience and hustle of its people — a place where order and disorder coexist. Its visual landscape is raw and unpolished, often gritty, with layers of history, poverty, and improvisation stitched together in a hurried patchwork. Yet, despite its disorder, the city has a vibrancy, a tenacity — a sort of unfiltered urban reality that is both overwhelming and unforgettable.
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Patrick_w
Jul 23, 2025
Gritty Dhaka in Constant Motion, Except for Paralyzing Traffic - Our guides helped us truly see the city. We sampled every mode of transport and survived. This tour is not for the faint of heart. Dhaka is a city that pulses with life, often teetering on the edge of chaos. It’s densely packed, with streets that thrum with honking horns, tangled traffic, and a constant stream of people. The air can feel thick with dust, fumes/exhaust, and the scent of street food sizzling all together on every corner. Infrastructure struggles to keep up with the sheer volume of its population, leading to visible wear, congestion, and uneven development. In many ways, Dhaka reflects the resilience and hustle of its people — a place where order and disorder coexist. Its visual landscape is raw and unpolished, often gritty, with layers of history, poverty, and improvisation stitched together in a hurried patchwork. Yet, despite its disorder, the city has a vibrancy, a tenacity — a sort of unfiltered urban reality that is both overwhelming and unforgettable.
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Maps64643103403
Jul 19, 2025
Wonderful experience - This trip was something new and very interesting. The guide Afdidi showed me the real, local way of life. He was excellent and had answers to all my questions. It was a wonderful experience. I recommend this trip to anyone coming to Dhaka.
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Emmaken123
Jul 15, 2025
The best experience and guide ever! - We absolutely loved this tour and we're blessed to have Afridi as our guide! He went above and beyond to educate us on everything and give us the best experience possible! I actually felt very dizzy at one point of the trip and he went out of his way to help me and make sure I was okay. He shared so much openly about Dhaka and Bangladesh in general, and we got to experience so much on this tour. I would definitely recommend for anyone visiting Dhaka. We felt so safe and looked after on this trip, and are so grateful for the amazing experience we had here.
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Jules_y
Jul 8, 2025
Monsoon Magic with Jerry - Booked last minute due to monsoon worries, but Jerry made it absolutely worthwhile. As a local Bangladeshi, he navigated Dhaka’s chaos with ease and brought the city to life through rich stories and genuine warmth. Hidden gems and bustling markets, every stop felt thoughtfully chosen. Despite the rain, Jerry’s energy and planning kept the experience smooth and enjoyable. Highly recommend for anyone hesitant about touring Dhaka, especially during monsoon. Jerry will change your mind!
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Lightpacker444030
Jun 25, 2025
Afridi was exceptional guide!!!! - Afridi was one of the best guides we’ve ever had (we’ve been to 85 countries and used guides in most of them). He was an encyclopedia of knowledge, perfect English, talkative, new answers to all our questions, and was overall very engaging. Tour was jammed packed with a lot of stops and truly was authentic, local experiences. I HIGHLY recommend this tour & Afridi.
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up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).