Old Capital Sonargaon Day-Tour from Dhaka City
Overview
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7 hours
Mobile ticket
This is a day tour that will take experience the history, culture, and heritage of the old Bengali nation from the history of the Mughal Empire to the British transformation. You will learn about the past and current position of Bangladesh and experience the golden era of Bangali history.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Goaldi Mosque
We will pick you up from your hotel or residence in Dhaka City and start moving towards Sonargaon (approx. 1 to 1.5 hours journey). 11:00 am – 11:30 am: First we will visit Goaldi Mosque which was built in 1519 A.D. in a village Goaldi in Sonargaon by Mulla Hizabar Akbar Khan during the reign of Sultan Hussain Shah. It is one of the ancient Mosques of Bangladesh. We take a little tea break here.
Boro Sardar Bari in Sonargaon is a historic mansion built in 1901 by the wealthy merchant family of Sardar. Known for its elegant Indo-European architectural style, the building features grand columns, arched windows, and intricate designs. Once a symbol of prosperity, it now serves as part of the Sonargaon Folk Arts and Crafts Museum, showcasing the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Bengal. It is one of the most prominent attractions in Sonargaon, reflecting the grandeur of the region’s past.
What‘s Included
Snacks
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entry Fee of main gate and Baro Sardar Bari (Emperor House)
Entry fee of Panan City
Optional Boat Ride Fee
Options
With Lunch
Lunch in a Local restaurant: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a locally renowned restaurant of your choice, savoring the authentic Bangladeshi cuisine.
Pickup included
With all Entry Tickets & Lunch
Lunch in a Local restaurant: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a locally renowned restaurant of your choice, savoring the authentic Bangladeshi cuisine.
Included Entry Tickets: All entry tickets are included, eliminating the hassle of having to keep local currency.
Pickup included
With all Entry Tickets
Included Entry Tickets: All entry tickets are included, eliminating the hassle of having to keep local currency.
Pickup included
Sonargaon Day-Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great value, easy way to explore the old capital
Simon P,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We took this tour on a very hot day in late April, and it was great to have an air-conditioned vehicle to take us from one location to the next in Sonargaon. At the guide's request, we ended up departing at 1pm instead of 11am, which meant the tour was a little shorter than expected (as we still returned at 6pm). As a result, some of the stops felt a little rushed and it would have been nice to have an extra 10 min or so at each place (we were at each stop for 15-30 mins rather than the 1-2 hours indicated in the schedule). The most relaxing part of the day ended up being the optional boat ride. This small criticism aside, we were able to see all of the promised highlights and felt very satisfied with the tour overall. (In all honesty, the times indicated in the schedule would be too long for most of the stops, especially in the heat - something inbetween would be ideal). Both our guide, Shahadat, and driver were very professional. Shahadat gave us useful information prior to departure, accompanied us to each of the attractions, and even took photographs for us, and we had a safe and punctual journey. Comparing this tour with others on offer, we felt it was very good value indeed and would recommend it to anyone in Dhaka looking to get outside the city and see some more of beautiful Bangladesh. Five stars!
Good servicexand experience
Jantaratt S,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Good 1 day trip to explore the old city. Enjoy the bangladesh vibe and 1 day tour is effective. Good guide and driver.
All was super; guide and...
Tomasz K,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00All was super; guide and driver suuuper :) Wery nice day , thank you :) I recommend this trip and servis :)
Lovely day out from Dhaka
andresj766,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great day-out from Dhaka, Shahadat, from TravelMate was a lovely guide, knowledgeable and very good english; took me to all the places described in the plan. Good vehicle driven by a nice bloke. Highly recommended.
Great.
fleurc112,Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great guide I recommend you for your trip to Bangladesh he speaks very well l English very protective and great organizer
Great
598patrykp,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip and very knowledgeable guide :) I was very happy to take part in the tour. Transport was also ok, and place to have a meal recommended by the guide was good
Historical place
LarsSoholm,Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic day at this historical place. Everything worked out fine. Communation was easy, pick up was punctual and the guide and driver were very professional in every way. Recommend this tour to everyone visiting Dhaka.
Sonargaon yrip
Birikty W,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00It was historical trip my guide Shahadat Hossain was very knowledgeable about the whole history and I learned a lot. He was very kind and respectful and he made sure he showed me everything on the list. It was a great experience.
Discovering Bangladesh’s Heritage in a Perfect Day Trip to Sonargaon
506hansikap,Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently took the Sonargaon Day Tour from Dhaka City, and overall it was a pleasant, informative outing that gave me insight into Bangladesh’s rich cultural heritage. The itinerary offers a good mix of historical, architectural, and cultural stops, giving a fuller picture of life around old Dhaka. The local guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic, sharing stories and details. Transportation, timings, and transitions between sites were handled smoothly, which made the day feel relaxed rather than rushed and highly recommended.
Excellent trip to the...
markwill99,Mar 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent trip to the ruins of Panam City and Sonargaon. Lots of traffic both ways, but that is Dhaka. Highly recommended.
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