Comilla 3-Day Itinerary

A day-by-day plan for Comilla: the best attractions in order, where to eat, how to get around — with free hotel briefings for your stay.

Day 1

Arrive & Explore the Highlights

Morning
Comilla Town Hall Area & Lockpur

Colonial-era town hall building and adjoining Lockpur artist colony. Free to walk around—see the old red-brick architecture and local art stalls.

🕐 Public area always open; shops usually 9am–8pm

Free entry

💡 Lockpur artists sell small paintings directly for 100–300 BDT. No fixed prices; polite haggling works. Best light for photos around 4pm.

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Afternoon
Comilla Jagannath Temple

Active Hindu temple complex with tiered rooftop, prayer bells, and carved woodwork. Simple but atmospheric inner courtyard.

🕐 Daily 6am–9pm (aarti 6:30pm)

Free entry

💡 Remove shoes at the entrance. Visit during evening aarti (around 6:30pm) for drumming and chants. No photography inside the sanctum.

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Evening
Where to eat

Nandan Restaurant · ££

Hotel Miami Complex · ££

Day 2

Deeper Into Comilla

Morning
Maynamati War Cemetery Park

Small public park adjacent to the war cemetery. Shaded benches, a pond, and walking paths. Good for a quiet rest away from city noise.

🕐 Open 24h (best before 10am or after 5pm)

💡 Not on Google Maps properly—ask locals for 'shohid minar park'. Entry free, but bring your own snacks; there's no stall nearby.

Midday
Mainamati War Cemetery

Well-maintained Commonwealth war cemetery with 736 graves from World War II. Quiet, landscaped grounds with flower beds and stone memorials.

🕐 Daily 8am–5pm

💡 Go early morning before it gets hot. There's a logbook in the shelter to sign. No entry fee, but a small donation box for upkeep.

Evening
Dining tonight

Rongdhanu Highway Restaurant

Coffe House

Day 3

Final Favourites & Departure

Morning
Shalban Vihara

Excavated ruins of an 8th-century Buddhist monastery from the Pala Empire. Brick structures, ponds, and a small on-site museum.

💡 Bring a hat and water—no shade. The museum ticket (10 BDT) is worth it for the terracotta plaques. Combine with nearby Mainamati ruins for a half-day walk.

Final meal

Kakoli Restourent

Dhanshiri resturant

Getting Around Comilla

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Comilla has no tram system. Stick to trains or buses for long-haul; use CNG rickshaws or local buses for short hops within town. Mostafa Hotel is on the main highway, easy to find.

Parabat Express From 250 BDT (shovan chair) 120 min

Buy your ticket at the station counter or online via BDFare. Trains are punctual but crowded. From Comilla station, it's a 15-min walk or 20 BDT rickshaw ride to Mostafa Hotel.

CNG Auto-Rickshaw From 2500 BDT 120 min

Bargain hard before you board. Drivers at the airport will start high. Agree on a fare including tolls, and expect a 2-hour drive on the Dhaka-Chittagong highway.

Green Line Paribahan (AC Coach) From 350 BDT 150 min

Book a seat at the terminal a day ahead for weekends. From Kandirpar, take a local rickshaw (30 BDT, 10 mins) to Mostafa Hotel on the main road.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3 days enough for Comilla?

Three days covers the main highlights well. You can see the key attractions like Comilla Town Hall Area & Lockpur and get a genuine feel for the city. For a more leisurely pace or to explore neighbourhoods in depth, a 5-day trip is better.

What is the best time to visit Comilla?

See our full best time to visit Comilla guide — it covers weather month by month, peak vs. shoulder seasons and how to avoid the crowds.

Where should I stay for this itinerary?

A central location saves transit time between sites. Top options include Bangabandhu Hall, Begum Fouzunnessa Chowdhurani Hall, Kazi Nazrul Islam Hall. See the full ranked list with free briefings for each.