Major city · Bangladesh
Rajshahiরাজশাহী
Spend 1–2 days: river walk, Varendra Museum, silk market, then head back – no need for overnight stay unless you want extra market time.
Rajshahi, the ‘silk city’ of northwestern Bangladesh, sits on the Padma River and offers historic mosques, a university campus, and a lively market scene. A short visit covers the main sights; longer stays let you explore nearby temples and mango orchards.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- BDT
- Best months
- Nov–Feb (dry, cooler)
- avoid Apr–Jul (hot, monsoon)
- Airport
- RJH
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- Bangladesh ↗Apply for a visa only on the official government e-visa portal or at an embassy; lookalike sites charge extra, and the rules differ by nationality.
- Bangladesh ↗Dress modestly in cities and near mosques: cover shoulders and knees, and women carry a scarf for mosques and shrines.
- Bangladesh ↗Carry Bangladeshi taka in small notes; rickshaws, markets and small shops are cash-only, and foreign cards are not accepted everywhere.
- Bangladesh ↗Political rallies, strikes (hartal) and blockades can close roads and cut mobile internet with little notice: check the news and your hotel before any transfer day and stay away from demonstrations.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Rajshahi999 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance999
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Rajshahi, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?BDT in small notes (50s and 100s) for rickshaws, tea and entry tickets.Bangladesh-wide
- SIM or eSIMGrameenphone, Robi and Banglalink sell SIMs at Dhaka airport with passport and biometric fingerprint registration.Bangladesh-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap; buy sealed bottles or use hotel filtered water.Bangladesh-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge.Bangladesh-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/G. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): fits · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Bangladesh-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; avoid isolated riverbank alleys after dark and keep valuables hidden in markets.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels and malls; squat toilets with a hose or jug elsewhere.Bangladesh-wide
- Emergency numbers999 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFriday is the main day off: shops open after midday prayers, offices closed; Saturday is also a weekend day for government.Bangladesh-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportRJH Shah Makhdum Airport (Flights from Dhaka; about 30 min by taxi to city centre).
- Getting aroundAuto‑rickshaws are the main city transport; fares 20–80 BDT.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet mango (season)৳15–30 each
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry (Varendra)৳30
- Budget bedBudget guest‑house bed, a night, per personBDT 800
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomBDT 3,500
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double, a night, per roomBDT 5,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget BDT 1,200 · Mid BDT 2,000 · High BDT 3,500
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- RJH Shah Makhdum Airport (Flights from Dhaka; about 30 min by taxi to city centre)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Feb
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Mar
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Apr
Avoid
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
May
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jun
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
not flagged
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
not flagged
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Nov
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Dec
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Best: Nov–Feb. Avoid: Apr–Jul. Month by month →
Warmest May (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (16 rain days), driest Jan (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Rajshahi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
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Feb
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
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Mar
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Apr
37°C (99°F)99°F (37°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
May
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
11 rd
Jun
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
12 rd
Oct
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
Nov
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
2 rd
Dec
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
1 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Auto‑rickshaws are the main city transport; fares 20–80 BDT. Tempos and city buses run fixed routes; taxis are pricier. Walkable sidewalks in the centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Puthia Palace
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Bus or shared tempo from Rajshahi bus terminal, about 30 min; walk 5 min to site
Well‑preserved temple complex, good for a half‑day visit.
Bagha Mosque
goDoor to door: ≈1.5 h total
Bus from Rajshahi to Bagha, ~1 h; short walk to mosque
Historic mosque featured on the 50 taka note.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Royal Raj Hotel & Condominium
Central location, basic amenities
Grand River View Hotel
Pool, gym, near Padma River
Chez Razzak Suites
Two‑star guest‑house, residential area
Rajshahi Parjatan Motel
Budget rooms, includes breakfast
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ৳1,200–2,000 excl. bed
- Mid
- ৳2,000–3,500 excl. bed
- High
- ৳3,500+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × BDT 3,500 | BDT 3,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × BDT 2,000 | BDT 4,000 |
| Shah Makhdum ↔ Dhaka flight (round‑trip)2 × BDT 12,000 · check | BDT 24,000 |
| Auto‑rickshaw ride (10 km)2 × BDT 150 · check | BDT 300 |
| eSIM data (7 days)2 × BDT 900 · check | BDT 1,800 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | BDT 3,360 |
| Trip total≈ BDT 18,480 per person per day, bed included | BDT 36,960 |
2026 estimate in BDT; flights and visas excluded.
Prices of common things
| Auto‑rickshaw (2 seater, 5 km) | ৳30–80 |
| Tea or soft drink | ৳20–40 |
| Street mango (season) | ৳15–30 each |
| Museum entry (Varendra) | ৳30 |
| Boat ride on Padma (short trip) | ৳200–400 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Traffic can be chaotic; rickshaw drivers may overcharge – ask for fare first.
- Petty theft in crowded markets and near the railway station – keep bags close.
- Boat rides on the Padma vary in safety; confirm life‑jackets before boarding.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 999
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Emergency
- Police, fire, ambulance999
Embassy
US consulate in Dhaka; nearest Bangladeshi embassy in Washington, D.C.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Shah Makhdum ↔ Rajshahi city centre (taxi): ≈ ৳250–350, 20 min (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw 5 km: ≈ ৳50–80
Say or show
- দুঃখিত — Excuse me / Sorry (dukhito)
- ধন্যবাদ — Thank you (dhonnobad)
- এটা কত? — How much is this? (eta koto?)
- বাথরুম কোথায়? — Where is the bathroom? (bathroom kothay?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Rajshahi. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Nov–Feb (dry, cooler) · avoid Apr–Jul (hot, monsoon) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 4 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a river‑boat ticket for Padma sunset cruise (check schedule).
- Combine a day‑trip to Puthia with a silk‑shopping stop at Shaheb Bazaar.
Sources
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