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Food scene

Dong Xuan Market is the largest of its kind in Hanoi. Housed within a four-storey Soviet-style building, this sprawling complex offers an extensive collection of fashion, apparel and souvenirs at some of the best prices in the city. Even if you’re not interested in printed T-shirts or cheap sunglasses, it is still fascinating to see the comings and goings of the local traders, and there is a wet market on the ground floor where the sights and smells of exotic produce assault the senses. Opening Hours: Daily 06:00 - 19:00 Address: Dong Xuan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
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Dong Xuan markaðurinn
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Dong Xuan Market is the largest of its kind in Hanoi. Housed within a four-storey Soviet-style building, this sprawling complex offers an extensive collection of fashion, apparel and souvenirs at some of the best prices in the city. Even if you’re not interested in printed T-shirts or cheap sunglasses, it is still fascinating to see the comings and goings of the local traders, and there is a wet market on the ground floor where the sights and smells of exotic produce assault the senses. Opening Hours: Daily 06:00 - 19:00 Address: Dong Xuan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
A distinctive Hanoi delicacy, cha ca is white fish seasoned with garlic, ginger, turmeric, and dill served on sizzling pan. Diners also get a bowl of rice noodles, peanuts, chopped spring onions, parsley, nuoc cham sauce, and red chili slices, all of which are meant to be mixed together with the turmeric fish. Cha ca is so popular amongst locals that there’s a street in Hanoi Old Quarter named after it, though the best (and affordable) places to enjoy this seafood delicacy is at Cha Ca Thang Long in Duong Thanh Street. - Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 15:00, 17:00 - 22:00 - Address: 21 Duong Thanh Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi - Tel: +84 (24) 3 824 5115
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Chả Cá Thăng Long
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A distinctive Hanoi delicacy, cha ca is white fish seasoned with garlic, ginger, turmeric, and dill served on sizzling pan. Diners also get a bowl of rice noodles, peanuts, chopped spring onions, parsley, nuoc cham sauce, and red chili slices, all of which are meant to be mixed together with the turmeric fish. Cha ca is so popular amongst locals that there’s a street in Hanoi Old Quarter named after it, though the best (and affordable) places to enjoy this seafood delicacy is at Cha Ca Thang Long in Duong Thanh Street. - Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 15:00, 17:00 - 22:00 - Address: 21 Duong Thanh Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi - Tel: +84 (24) 3 824 5115
Bun thang or rice vermicelli with chicken, egg and pork can be enjoyed at any time of the day. The clear yet flavourful broth is made with 20 ingredients, including dried shrimp, squid, shrimp paste, spring onion, coriander, ginger, mushroom, beet, fish sauce, sugar candy, and vinegar. It is also a particularly attractive Hanoi dish as the noodles, chicken, eggs, pork slices, and a dollop of shrimp paste are carefully arranged to resemble a flower. Available mostly within Hanoi Old Quarter, we highly recommend Bun Thang Ba Duc as you can enjoy a generous bowl of bun thang for about VND 30,000. - Opening Hours: Daily 18:00 – 22:00 - Address: 48 Cao Go, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
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Quán Bún Thang Bà Đức
48 Cầu Gỗ
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Bun thang or rice vermicelli with chicken, egg and pork can be enjoyed at any time of the day. The clear yet flavourful broth is made with 20 ingredients, including dried shrimp, squid, shrimp paste, spring onion, coriander, ginger, mushroom, beet, fish sauce, sugar candy, and vinegar. It is also a particularly attractive Hanoi dish as the noodles, chicken, eggs, pork slices, and a dollop of shrimp paste are carefully arranged to resemble a flower. Available mostly within Hanoi Old Quarter, we highly recommend Bun Thang Ba Duc as you can enjoy a generous bowl of bun thang for about VND 30,000. - Opening Hours: Daily 18:00 – 22:00 - Address: 48 Cao Go, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
A popular Vietnamese street food, nem chua be (crabmeat rolls) are sold in street markets and local restaurants within Hanoi – a good choice is Bun Cha Nem Cua Be Dac Kim in Hanoi Old Quarter. This crispy snack is shaped like a square and cut into bite-sized pieces, containing generous fillings of minced crab, pork, mushrooms, and various spices. Eat like the locals do by pairing nem chua with fresh herbs and lettuce, as well as dipping it in nuoc cham sauce. - Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 19:00 - Address: 67 Duong Thanh Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
67 Đường Thành
67 Phố Đường Thành
A popular Vietnamese street food, nem chua be (crabmeat rolls) are sold in street markets and local restaurants within Hanoi – a good choice is Bun Cha Nem Cua Be Dac Kim in Hanoi Old Quarter. This crispy snack is shaped like a square and cut into bite-sized pieces, containing generous fillings of minced crab, pork, mushrooms, and various spices. Eat like the locals do by pairing nem chua with fresh herbs and lettuce, as well as dipping it in nuoc cham sauce. - Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 19:00 - Address: 67 Duong Thanh Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
Bún chả (Vietnamese: [ɓǔn ca᷉ː]) is a Vietnamese dish of grilled pork and noodle, which is thought to have originated from Hanoi, Vietnam. Bún chả is served with grilled fatty pork (chả) over a plate of white rice noodle (bún) and herbs with a side dish of dipping sauce. The dish was described in 1959 by Vietnamese food writer Vu Bang (1913–1984) who described Hanoi as a town "transfixed by bún chả." Hanoi's first bún chả restaurant was on Gia Ngư, Hoàn Kiếm District, in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Bún chả originated and remains very popular in Hanoi. Outside Hanoi, across all regions of Vietnam, a similar dish of rice vermicelli and grilled meat called bún thịt nướng is alternately served. - Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 19:00 - Address: 106 Giang Vo Street, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
Quán Nem
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Bún chả (Vietnamese: [ɓǔn ca᷉ː]) is a Vietnamese dish of grilled pork and noodle, which is thought to have originated from Hanoi, Vietnam. Bún chả is served with grilled fatty pork (chả) over a plate of white rice noodle (bún) and herbs with a side dish of dipping sauce. The dish was described in 1959 by Vietnamese food writer Vu Bang (1913–1984) who described Hanoi as a town "transfixed by bún chả." Hanoi's first bún chả restaurant was on Gia Ngư, Hoàn Kiếm District, in Hanoi's Old Quarter. Bún chả originated and remains very popular in Hanoi. Outside Hanoi, across all regions of Vietnam, a similar dish of rice vermicelli and grilled meat called bún thịt nướng is alternately served. - Opening Hours: Daily 11:00 – 19:00 - Address: 106 Giang Vo Street, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
Great as a light breakfast or midday snack, banh cuon is a combination of ground meat (chicken, shrimp, or pork), minced wood ear mushroom, onions, Vietnamese ham (cha lua), steamed beansprouts, and cucumbers that’s wrapped in a steamed rice flour sheet., Its overall taste is very mild despite the savoury ingredients, and you can also dip the banh cuon into nuoc cham sauce for added flavour. You can easily spot roadside vendors selling banh cuon all over Hanoi, but Banh Cuon Gia Truyen in Old Quarter is a good alternative as the restaurant provides menus with English translations. - Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 21:00 - Address: 14 Hang Ga Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
Banh Cuon
14 P Hàng Gà
Great as a light breakfast or midday snack, banh cuon is a combination of ground meat (chicken, shrimp, or pork), minced wood ear mushroom, onions, Vietnamese ham (cha lua), steamed beansprouts, and cucumbers that’s wrapped in a steamed rice flour sheet., Its overall taste is very mild despite the savoury ingredients, and you can also dip the banh cuon into nuoc cham sauce for added flavour. You can easily spot roadside vendors selling banh cuon all over Hanoi, but Banh Cuon Gia Truyen in Old Quarter is a good alternative as the restaurant provides menus with English translations. - Opening Hours: Daily 10:00 – 21:00 - Address: 14 Hang Ga Street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
Pho is essentially Vietnam’s signature dish, comprising rice noodles in a flavourful soup with meat and various greens, plus a side of nuoc cham (fermented fish) or chilli sauce. A basic bowl contains tai (beef slices), bo vien (beef meatballs) or nam (beef flank), topped with bean sprouts, lime wedges, and fresh herbs such as basil, mint, cilantro, and onions. Depending on the restaurant or roadside stall, you can also opt for more exotic ingredients such as gan (beef tendon), sach (thinly-sliced pig stomach), and ve don (flank with cartilage). Typically eaten for breakfast, pho is priced between VND 20,000 and VND 30,000 at a local restaurant or street market in Vietnam. Location: 13 Lo Duc Opening: 6:00-20:30
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Phở Thìn Bờ Hồ
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Pho is essentially Vietnam’s signature dish, comprising rice noodles in a flavourful soup with meat and various greens, plus a side of nuoc cham (fermented fish) or chilli sauce. A basic bowl contains tai (beef slices), bo vien (beef meatballs) or nam (beef flank), topped with bean sprouts, lime wedges, and fresh herbs such as basil, mint, cilantro, and onions. Depending on the restaurant or roadside stall, you can also opt for more exotic ingredients such as gan (beef tendon), sach (thinly-sliced pig stomach), and ve don (flank with cartilage). Typically eaten for breakfast, pho is priced between VND 20,000 and VND 30,000 at a local restaurant or street market in Vietnam. Location: 13 Lo Duc Opening: 6:00-20:30
Bánh Xèo ( Crispy Pancake) Similar to a crepe or pancake, banh xeo is made of rice flour, coconut milk, and turmeric, which you can fill it with vermicelli noodles, chicken, pork or beef slices, shrimps, sliced onions, beansprouts, and mushrooms. Most roadside stalls, local markets, and restaurants sell a platter of banh xeo for about VND 15,000 to VND 25,000, which usually comes with a side of fresh lettuce or rice papers. Eat like a local by wrapping your banh xeo in mustard leaf, lettuce leaves or rice papers together with nem lui (lemongrass pork skewers), mint leaves, basil, before dipping in fermented peanut sauce. Location: 18 Phan Bội Châu, Hoàn Kiếm Opening: 6:30-21:45
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Quán Ăn Ngon
41 Phố Hàng Khay
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Bánh Xèo ( Crispy Pancake) Similar to a crepe or pancake, banh xeo is made of rice flour, coconut milk, and turmeric, which you can fill it with vermicelli noodles, chicken, pork or beef slices, shrimps, sliced onions, beansprouts, and mushrooms. Most roadside stalls, local markets, and restaurants sell a platter of banh xeo for about VND 15,000 to VND 25,000, which usually comes with a side of fresh lettuce or rice papers. Eat like a local by wrapping your banh xeo in mustard leaf, lettuce leaves or rice papers together with nem lui (lemongrass pork skewers), mint leaves, basil, before dipping in fermented peanut sauce. Location: 18 Phan Bội Châu, Hoàn Kiếm Opening: 6:30-21:45

Culture entertainment

The ancient art form of water puppetry has long been associated with Hanoi. Watch as puppets dance elegantly, controlled by a whole troupe of puppet masters, telling a story of the famous Legend of the Restored Sword of King Le which is about Hoan Kiem Lake and the giant tortoise. - Opening Hours: Daily 15:00, 16:10, 17:20, 18:30 & 20:00 - Address: 57B, Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 824 9494 - Price Range: VND 100,000
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Thang Long Vatnsdukkuteater
57B Đinh Tiên Hoàng
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The ancient art form of water puppetry has long been associated with Hanoi. Watch as puppets dance elegantly, controlled by a whole troupe of puppet masters, telling a story of the famous Legend of the Restored Sword of King Le which is about Hoan Kiem Lake and the giant tortoise. - Opening Hours: Daily 15:00, 16:10, 17:20, 18:30 & 20:00 - Address: 57B, Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 824 9494 - Price Range: VND 100,000
Hanoi Opera House, set in the heart of the French Quarter, is arguably one of the most elegant buildings in all of Hanoi. Built in 1911 and modelled after the Paris Opera House, this historical landmark exudes Parisian charm from its ivory-toned columns, ornate balustrades and Gothic domes. Priced at VND 100,000 upwards, visitors can enjoy classical performances ranging from Vietnamese opera and dance performances to sketches and music concerts by world-renowned artists. - Address: 1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi - Tel: +84 43 933 0113 - Price Range: VND 100,000 - VND 2,000,000
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Hanoi óperuhús
1 Tràng Tiền
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Hanoi Opera House, set in the heart of the French Quarter, is arguably one of the most elegant buildings in all of Hanoi. Built in 1911 and modelled after the Paris Opera House, this historical landmark exudes Parisian charm from its ivory-toned columns, ornate balustrades and Gothic domes. Priced at VND 100,000 upwards, visitors can enjoy classical performances ranging from Vietnamese opera and dance performances to sketches and music concerts by world-renowned artists. - Address: 1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi - Tel: +84 43 933 0113 - Price Range: VND 100,000 - VND 2,000,000

Historic

This prison was built by the French in the 1880s. American POWs sarcastically named this as the “Hanoi Hilton.” “Hoa Lo” literally means “stove”; it was surely no Hilton. Senator John McCain was held here after his capture, and his uniform is on display. Location: 1 Hoả Lò, Hà Nội, 100000, Vietnam - Hours: 8am-5pm - Price: adult/child 30,000d/free
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Hoa Lo fangelsið
1 Hoả Lò
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This prison was built by the French in the 1880s. American POWs sarcastically named this as the “Hanoi Hilton.” “Hoa Lo” literally means “stove”; it was surely no Hilton. Senator John McCain was held here after his capture, and his uniform is on display. Location: 1 Hoả Lò, Hà Nội, 100000, Vietnam - Hours: 8am-5pm - Price: adult/child 30,000d/free
One Pillar Pagoda Legend claims that The One Pillar Pagoda was built following a dream by the fatherless emperor in which the enlightened being Avalokiteshvara gave him a baby son resting on a lotus flower. Emperor Ly Thai Tong commissioned the pagoda to be created in resemblance of this lotus flower which is also the Buddhist symbol of enlightenment. The Emperor remained in gratitude to the bodhisattva and subsequently to to Quan Am, the Goddess of Mercy following the birth of his son. Inside the temple a richly gilded statue of Quan Am takes centre place at the main altar. After the temple was completed loyal followers flocked daily to give thanks and support to the emperor, praying to Quan Am for a long and successful sovereignty. Today, the concrete pillar that supports the tiny wooden pagoda is a replacement for the original one which was blown up by the departing French, it remains unclear how much of the wooden temple is the original one. Another point of interest is a bo tree that grows behind the pagoda which legend state is an offshoot of the one under which Buddha became enlightened - the tree was given as a gift from India in 1958. Before you leave the pagoda also take time to visit the Dien Huu Pagoda which is located close by in a courtyard full of exquisite bonsai trees. - Opening Hours: daily from 08:00-17:00 - Location: situated in the park behind the museum near Ba Dinh Square at Ong Ich Kiem Street in the Ba Dinh District Price: free Remarks: Appropriate attire should be worn if you are entering the temple; prayers take place continuously throughout the day. Praying at The One Pillar Pagoda is said to bring about blessings of fertility and health. - The pagoda is open with refreshments available at a stand nearby so you can sit and relax in the surrounding gardens
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Pagoda Eitt Stolpi
phố Chùa Một Cột
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One Pillar Pagoda Legend claims that The One Pillar Pagoda was built following a dream by the fatherless emperor in which the enlightened being Avalokiteshvara gave him a baby son resting on a lotus flower. Emperor Ly Thai Tong commissioned the pagoda to be created in resemblance of this lotus flower which is also the Buddhist symbol of enlightenment. The Emperor remained in gratitude to the bodhisattva and subsequently to to Quan Am, the Goddess of Mercy following the birth of his son. Inside the temple a richly gilded statue of Quan Am takes centre place at the main altar. After the temple was completed loyal followers flocked daily to give thanks and support to the emperor, praying to Quan Am for a long and successful sovereignty. Today, the concrete pillar that supports the tiny wooden pagoda is a replacement for the original one which was blown up by the departing French, it remains unclear how much of the wooden temple is the original one. Another point of interest is a bo tree that grows behind the pagoda which legend state is an offshoot of the one under which Buddha became enlightened - the tree was given as a gift from India in 1958. Before you leave the pagoda also take time to visit the Dien Huu Pagoda which is located close by in a courtyard full of exquisite bonsai trees. - Opening Hours: daily from 08:00-17:00 - Location: situated in the park behind the museum near Ba Dinh Square at Ong Ich Kiem Street in the Ba Dinh District Price: free Remarks: Appropriate attire should be worn if you are entering the temple; prayers take place continuously throughout the day. Praying at The One Pillar Pagoda is said to bring about blessings of fertility and health. - The pagoda is open with refreshments available at a stand nearby so you can sit and relax in the surrounding gardens
The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is an intriguing relic of Vietnam’s history and, signifying its historical and cultural importance, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Standing 40 metres high, the central flag tower is the most recognizable feature of the Imperial Citadel and is often used as a symbol of Hanoi. This was the centre of ancient Hanoi and served as the political centre for eight centuries. Located in Ba Dinh, the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is close to many other tourist attractions. - Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 – 12:30 & 13:30 – 19:30 - Location: Quan Thanh, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
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Keisaralegt Citadel of Thang Long
19c Hoàng Diệu
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The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is an intriguing relic of Vietnam’s history and, signifying its historical and cultural importance, is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Standing 40 metres high, the central flag tower is the most recognizable feature of the Imperial Citadel and is often used as a symbol of Hanoi. This was the centre of ancient Hanoi and served as the political centre for eight centuries. Located in Ba Dinh, the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is close to many other tourist attractions. - Opening Hours: Daily 8:00 – 12:30 & 13:30 – 19:30 - Location: Quan Thanh, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
The Temple of Literature is a charming temple complex in the centre of Hanoi that was originally built to be a centre of learning dedicated to the Chinese sage and scholar Confucius. Over the proceeding 1000 years many more buildings have been added and beautified o that now this large area is filled with ornate pavilions, shrines, and a rich garden. It has become a rite of passage for graduating doctors to visit The Temple of Literature and the whole place is steeped in Vietnamese history - Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 8:30 - 11:30 & 13:30 - 16:30 - Address: 58 Quoc Tu Giam, Van Mieu, Dong Da, Hanoi - Price Range: VND 10,000
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Temple Of Literature
Temple of Literature
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The Temple of Literature is a charming temple complex in the centre of Hanoi that was originally built to be a centre of learning dedicated to the Chinese sage and scholar Confucius. Over the proceeding 1000 years many more buildings have been added and beautified o that now this large area is filled with ornate pavilions, shrines, and a rich garden. It has become a rite of passage for graduating doctors to visit The Temple of Literature and the whole place is steeped in Vietnamese history - Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 8:30 - 11:30 & 13:30 - 16:30 - Address: 58 Quoc Tu Giam, Van Mieu, Dong Da, Hanoi - Price Range: VND 10,000
Ngoc Son Temple was built in the 18th century on Jade Island in the centre of the ‘Lake of the Returned Sword’ or Hoan Kiem Lake. Legend describes how an emperor was once given a magical sword which helped him defeat the Chinese Ming Dynasty and in doing so saw the return of the Golden Turtle God to the lake. Today ‘Turtle Tower’ stands close to the lake in memory of this legend. There are also endangered large soft-shell turtles swimming in the lake, and to see one of these gentle giants is considered very auspicious. The name of the temple translates to ‘Temple of the Jade Mountain’ and is predominately dedicated to war hero General Tran Hung Dao who defeated an armed force of 300,000 soldiers sent by Mongolian Emperor Kublai Khan in the 13th century to invade Vietnam. Also inside the pagoda are a large bronze bust and other deities. There are altars dedicated to Tran Hung Dao, some ancient artefacts including ceramics and a preserved specimen of a giant turtle found in the lake weighing 250kg. Location: Location: Hanoi Old Quarter Price: 20,000 VND
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Ngoc Son hof
Phố Đinh Tiên Hoàng
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Ngoc Son Temple was built in the 18th century on Jade Island in the centre of the ‘Lake of the Returned Sword’ or Hoan Kiem Lake. Legend describes how an emperor was once given a magical sword which helped him defeat the Chinese Ming Dynasty and in doing so saw the return of the Golden Turtle God to the lake. Today ‘Turtle Tower’ stands close to the lake in memory of this legend. There are also endangered large soft-shell turtles swimming in the lake, and to see one of these gentle giants is considered very auspicious. The name of the temple translates to ‘Temple of the Jade Mountain’ and is predominately dedicated to war hero General Tran Hung Dao who defeated an armed force of 300,000 soldiers sent by Mongolian Emperor Kublai Khan in the 13th century to invade Vietnam. Also inside the pagoda are a large bronze bust and other deities. There are altars dedicated to Tran Hung Dao, some ancient artefacts including ceramics and a preserved specimen of a giant turtle found in the lake weighing 250kg. Location: Location: Hanoi Old Quarter Price: 20,000 VND
Designed by the French and built by the Vietnamese with indigenous construction material, this bridge runs across the Red River, connecting the two districts of Hoan Kiem and Long Bien.
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Long Bien Bridge
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Designed by the French and built by the Vietnamese with indigenous construction material, this bridge runs across the Red River, connecting the two districts of Hoan Kiem and Long Bien.

Things to do

Hanoi Old Quarter is a fascinating area of the city where visitors can enjoy many fine examples of colonial architecture packed along narrow streets. Endless packs of scooters, motorbikes, bicycles and cars weave around traders selling fruit and souvenirs and narrow shop houses sell delicious Vietnamese food for pennies. The Old Quarter brings to life what many people imagine Hanoi to be, and exploring this area on foot is highly recommended for all visitors to Vietnam’s capital city One of Hanoi’s most common sights is that of streets packed with scooters, bicycles and cars swarming around pedestrians like a school of fish. Then there are the many sidewalk vendors and people simply out for a stroll and the popular Old Quarter is no exception so walking around this district is distinct from a leisurely stroll in the park. Visitors have no choice but to face the traffic in the local style but the experience of exploring the historical area is a must-do and truly well worth it. Location: Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District
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Gamla hverfið
Phố Lương Ngọc Quyến
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Hanoi Old Quarter is a fascinating area of the city where visitors can enjoy many fine examples of colonial architecture packed along narrow streets. Endless packs of scooters, motorbikes, bicycles and cars weave around traders selling fruit and souvenirs and narrow shop houses sell delicious Vietnamese food for pennies. The Old Quarter brings to life what many people imagine Hanoi to be, and exploring this area on foot is highly recommended for all visitors to Vietnam’s capital city One of Hanoi’s most common sights is that of streets packed with scooters, bicycles and cars swarming around pedestrians like a school of fish. Then there are the many sidewalk vendors and people simply out for a stroll and the popular Old Quarter is no exception so walking around this district is distinct from a leisurely stroll in the park. Visitors have no choice but to face the traffic in the local style but the experience of exploring the historical area is a must-do and truly well worth it. Location: Hanoi Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District
This museum is dedicated to the late Vietnamese leader, Ho Chi Minh, or referred to lovingly as “Uncle Ho.” His life is chronicled in eight different sections, from his upbringing and youth, to his travels, ideologies, and ultimately what led to the founding of the Vietnamese Communist party. English descriptions are available. - Opening: Tuesday-Sunday, Closed on Mondays. - Address: 158/19 Ngọc Ha
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Ho Chi Minh Museum
19 Phố Ngọc Hà
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This museum is dedicated to the late Vietnamese leader, Ho Chi Minh, or referred to lovingly as “Uncle Ho.” His life is chronicled in eight different sections, from his upbringing and youth, to his travels, ideologies, and ultimately what led to the founding of the Vietnamese Communist party. English descriptions are available. - Opening: Tuesday-Sunday, Closed on Mondays. - Address: 158/19 Ngọc Ha
The Vietnam Women’s Museum delivers a beautifully presented tribute to the women of Vietnam across the ages. There are plenty of historical contexts alongside a wealth of information on today’s more modern Vietnamese woman. The museum is run by The Women’s Union of Vietnam which is recognised as one of the country’s most powerful movements. - Opening Hours: From 08:00-16:30 every day except Monday - Location: Ly Thuong Kiet Street in Hanoi’s old quarter in the Hoan Kiem district. Remarks: Ticket bookings are also available online How to get there: You can reach the museum via bus numbers 8, 31, 36 or 49 or alternatively via taxi.
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Vietnamskt kvennamúseum
36 Lý Thường Kiệt
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The Vietnam Women’s Museum delivers a beautifully presented tribute to the women of Vietnam across the ages. There are plenty of historical contexts alongside a wealth of information on today’s more modern Vietnamese woman. The museum is run by The Women’s Union of Vietnam which is recognised as one of the country’s most powerful movements. - Opening Hours: From 08:00-16:30 every day except Monday - Location: Ly Thuong Kiet Street in Hanoi’s old quarter in the Hoan Kiem district. Remarks: Ticket bookings are also available online How to get there: You can reach the museum via bus numbers 8, 31, 36 or 49 or alternatively via taxi.
Hanoi Train Street is a small street in the central Hanoi, where the train from North goes through. The train street is one of the most typically ancient features of Hanoi, attracting a lot of tourists in many recent years. Nowadays, more and more visitors consider Hanoi Train Street as one of the most ideal destinations in their Hanoi tours. A special thing of Hanoi old train street making tourists very curious and excited is that the street is so narrow that people feel affordable to touch the train if it goes through. Or even tourists can feel that two rows of houses on two sides are very close to each other and there is just a middle line for trains. CNN, a very famous channel of the US, referred to Hanoi’s train street as the most popular selfie destination in Hanoi. The foreign newspapers and magazines have also mentioned much Hanoi train street and considered it as a highlight of Hanoi. Each house in the train street is only about 15 to 25 meters square wide. In which all activities of the people take place around the train track, even on the train track. This is a particularly rare thing.
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Hanoi Street Train
5 Trần Phú
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Hanoi Train Street is a small street in the central Hanoi, where the train from North goes through. The train street is one of the most typically ancient features of Hanoi, attracting a lot of tourists in many recent years. Nowadays, more and more visitors consider Hanoi Train Street as one of the most ideal destinations in their Hanoi tours. A special thing of Hanoi old train street making tourists very curious and excited is that the street is so narrow that people feel affordable to touch the train if it goes through. Or even tourists can feel that two rows of houses on two sides are very close to each other and there is just a middle line for trains. CNN, a very famous channel of the US, referred to Hanoi’s train street as the most popular selfie destination in Hanoi. The foreign newspapers and magazines have also mentioned much Hanoi train street and considered it as a highlight of Hanoi. Each house in the train street is only about 15 to 25 meters square wide. In which all activities of the people take place around the train track, even on the train track. This is a particularly rare thing.
This is the biggest freshwater lake in Hanoi. Located right in the center of the city, it makes for a perfect evening walk. You can easily get to other places nearby and there are plenty of restaurants, bars and shops here to explore. Great photo opportunities await.
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West Lake
D8, 14 Thụy Khuê
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This is the biggest freshwater lake in Hanoi. Located right in the center of the city, it makes for a perfect evening walk. You can easily get to other places nearby and there are plenty of restaurants, bars and shops here to explore. Great photo opportunities await.
The Vietnam Military History Museum Hanoi, also known as the Army Museum, houses an extensive collection of weaponry that was used throughout Vietnam’s war-filled history. Ideal for history buffs looking to know more about the country, there are plenty of authentic war relics, weapons, and detailed accounts by former soldiers who have fought against the French and American forces. Notable attractions include the wreckage of an American B-52 bomber, an M107 self-propelled gun, and a military tank that had ploughed through the gates of Saigon’s Presidential Palace, thus ending the Vietnam War in 1975. You can also find classic propaganda videos, improvised weapons, a diorama of the Battle of Dien Bien Phu, and exhibitions of artefacts dating back to the Hong Bang Dynasty (2879 BC). - Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 11:30 Tuesday – Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 14:00 – 16:00 - Location: 28A Dien Bien Phu, Ba Dinh District Hanoi, Vietnam -Tel: +84 43 823 4264 - Price Range: VND 30,000 & VND 20,000 (camera fee)
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Herðasafn Víetnam
28A Điện Biên Phủ
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The Vietnam Military History Museum Hanoi, also known as the Army Museum, houses an extensive collection of weaponry that was used throughout Vietnam’s war-filled history. Ideal for history buffs looking to know more about the country, there are plenty of authentic war relics, weapons, and detailed accounts by former soldiers who have fought against the French and American forces. Notable attractions include the wreckage of an American B-52 bomber, an M107 self-propelled gun, and a military tank that had ploughed through the gates of Saigon’s Presidential Palace, thus ending the Vietnam War in 1975. You can also find classic propaganda videos, improvised weapons, a diorama of the Battle of Dien Bien Phu, and exhibitions of artefacts dating back to the Hong Bang Dynasty (2879 BC). - Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 11:30 Tuesday – Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 14:00 – 16:00 - Location: 28A Dien Bien Phu, Ba Dinh District Hanoi, Vietnam -Tel: +84 43 823 4264 - Price Range: VND 30,000 & VND 20,000 (camera fee)
Chug Beer at the Bia Hoi Junction The Bia Hoi Junction is in the center of the Old Quarter and is the absolute classic night time activity in Hanoi. Over here you’ll find several shophouses that have turned their entrances into street-side bars with plastic tables and stools spilling out onto the sidewalk. They serve fresh beer for as little as VND$10,000 (less than USD$1.00). Street vendors walk around selling steamed peanuts, beef jerky and other exotic snacks. If you’re traveling solo, this is where you will make friends. This place is almost always crowded — by tourists and locals alike! - Location: 20 Tạ Hiện, Hàng Buồm, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
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Gamla hverfið
Phố Lương Ngọc Quyến
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Chug Beer at the Bia Hoi Junction The Bia Hoi Junction is in the center of the Old Quarter and is the absolute classic night time activity in Hanoi. Over here you’ll find several shophouses that have turned their entrances into street-side bars with plastic tables and stools spilling out onto the sidewalk. They serve fresh beer for as little as VND$10,000 (less than USD$1.00). Street vendors walk around selling steamed peanuts, beef jerky and other exotic snacks. If you’re traveling solo, this is where you will make friends. This place is almost always crowded — by tourists and locals alike! - Location: 20 Tạ Hiện, Hàng Buồm, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội, Vietnam
Shopping at the Hanoi Night Market Head over here even if your purpose for going is not for shopping. You can visit the night market just to immerse yourself in the lively night-time atmosphere of Hanoi, meet people, snap some pictures, and enjoy some delicious street-side snacks. Of course, you can buy things too, and you most probably will.This market is only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays after 6pm. Opening: Fri - Sun; 6:00 pm - 12:00 am Location: Hàng Ngang, Hàng TP., Hàng Đường, Hàng Đào, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam
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Hanoi Night Market
Phố Hàng Bạc
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Shopping at the Hanoi Night Market Head over here even if your purpose for going is not for shopping. You can visit the night market just to immerse yourself in the lively night-time atmosphere of Hanoi, meet people, snap some pictures, and enjoy some delicious street-side snacks. Of course, you can buy things too, and you most probably will.This market is only open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays after 6pm. Opening: Fri - Sun; 6:00 pm - 12:00 am Location: Hàng Ngang, Hàng TP., Hàng Đường, Hàng Đào, Hoàn Kiếm, Hanoi, Vietnam

Sightseeing

Hoan Kiem Lake (Turtle Lake) is a central feature of Hanoi and is a popular hangout spot throughout the day with locals and tourists. Ngoc Son Temple sits on a small island in the centre of the lake and linked by a bridge, makes a beautiful background for a few photos. Around sunrise and sunset, this area becomes especially busy with joggers, couples enjoying the relaxing views across the lake, and the elderly practising Tai Chi and line dancing. The temple attracts many visitors and was built in commemoration of the 13th century military leader Tran Hung Dao who was renowned for his bravery in the battle against the Yuan Dynasty. Homage is also paid to scholar Van Xuong and Confucian master Nguyen Van Sieu. The island on which the temple is built is known as Jade Island and is accessible by the iconic Huc Bridge or Rising Sun Bridge which is a charming scarlet-painted wooden bridge of classical Vietnamese design. The pagoda is also guarded by two towering posts decorated with Chinese writing. The lake and temple are probably the most famous places in Hanoi city in which to rest and enjoy the view and are a great place to sit back and watch the locals. Hoan Kiem Lake is free of charge, but there’s a fee of VND 20,000 to visit Ngoc Son Temple, which sits on a small island in the centre of the lake. - Location: Hanoi Old Quarter
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Hoan Kiem vatn
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Hoan Kiem Lake (Turtle Lake) is a central feature of Hanoi and is a popular hangout spot throughout the day with locals and tourists. Ngoc Son Temple sits on a small island in the centre of the lake and linked by a bridge, makes a beautiful background for a few photos. Around sunrise and sunset, this area becomes especially busy with joggers, couples enjoying the relaxing views across the lake, and the elderly practising Tai Chi and line dancing. The temple attracts many visitors and was built in commemoration of the 13th century military leader Tran Hung Dao who was renowned for his bravery in the battle against the Yuan Dynasty. Homage is also paid to scholar Van Xuong and Confucian master Nguyen Van Sieu. The island on which the temple is built is known as Jade Island and is accessible by the iconic Huc Bridge or Rising Sun Bridge which is a charming scarlet-painted wooden bridge of classical Vietnamese design. The pagoda is also guarded by two towering posts decorated with Chinese writing. The lake and temple are probably the most famous places in Hanoi city in which to rest and enjoy the view and are a great place to sit back and watch the locals. Hoan Kiem Lake is free of charge, but there’s a fee of VND 20,000 to visit Ngoc Son Temple, which sits on a small island in the centre of the lake. - Location: Hanoi Old Quarter
The Perfume Pagoda is a dramatic temple complex believed to have been first built in the 15th century. This series of Buddhist temples are built into a mountain range in a maze of alleyways carved into the rock with rich forests and flowing streams all around. Located around 60km south of Hanoi in the Son Mountains the journey here is an experience in itself: first you must take a two hour journey by car or bus before travelling by boat to the foot of the mountains. - Opening Hours: Daily 06:30 - 17:00 - Location: Huong Son, My Duc, Hanoi
Lyktarhöllin Pagoda
The Perfume Pagoda is a dramatic temple complex believed to have been first built in the 15th century. This series of Buddhist temples are built into a mountain range in a maze of alleyways carved into the rock with rich forests and flowing streams all around. Located around 60km south of Hanoi in the Son Mountains the journey here is an experience in itself: first you must take a two hour journey by car or bus before travelling by boat to the foot of the mountains. - Opening Hours: Daily 06:30 - 17:00 - Location: Huong Son, My Duc, Hanoi
Ba Vi National Park is one of Vietnam’s most famous areas of outstanding natural beauty, and is centered around a three-peaked mountain jutting steeply out of the landscape. The national park offers a great escape from the city with cool fresh mountain air in a mystical atmospheric backdrop of clouds, jungle and tropical rainforest. There is also a spa resort nestled at the foot of the mountain offering a host of natural therapies in an absolutely stunning setting. The three mountain summits are Dinh Vua which is the highest at 1,296m, Tan Vien which is 1,226m and Ngoc Hoa the smallest at 1,131m. Together they form a three humped crest which is often obscured by clouds at the highest point due to the varied climate at the park. Pilgrims and tourists alike usually make the walk to the summit of the Tan Vien peak where an 11th sacred century shrine stands in memory of the Mountain God. There are also superb tropical forest views and vistas all the way to Hanoi to be enjoyed from this peak. The fast-flowing Da River is located on one side of the national park; there are also several streams running through the park. Location: 58 kilometres west of Hanoi
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Ba Vi National Park
Vườn Quốc Gia Ba Vì
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Ba Vi National Park is one of Vietnam’s most famous areas of outstanding natural beauty, and is centered around a three-peaked mountain jutting steeply out of the landscape. The national park offers a great escape from the city with cool fresh mountain air in a mystical atmospheric backdrop of clouds, jungle and tropical rainforest. There is also a spa resort nestled at the foot of the mountain offering a host of natural therapies in an absolutely stunning setting. The three mountain summits are Dinh Vua which is the highest at 1,296m, Tan Vien which is 1,226m and Ngoc Hoa the smallest at 1,131m. Together they form a three humped crest which is often obscured by clouds at the highest point due to the varied climate at the park. Pilgrims and tourists alike usually make the walk to the summit of the Tan Vien peak where an 11th sacred century shrine stands in memory of the Mountain God. There are also superb tropical forest views and vistas all the way to Hanoi to be enjoyed from this peak. The fast-flowing Da River is located on one side of the national park; there are also several streams running through the park. Location: 58 kilometres west of Hanoi

Bars & Pubs in Ha Noi

Binh Minh’s Jazz Club is a legendary nightlife spot in Hanoi Old Quarter, where jazz fans can catch live performances by some of the finest musicians in the city. Owned by pioneer Vietnamese jazz artiste Quyen Van Minh, the establishment features minimal décor, cosy seating, efficient service, and an extensive food-and-beverages menu. Open all day, patrons can enjoy an impressive line-up of local and international acts performing between 21:00 and 23:30 every night. Do note that drinks at Minh’s Jazz Club are not cheap, but when you factor in the quality of the live entertainment and lack of cover charge, prices are more than fair. Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 – 24:00 Address: 1 Trang Tien Street, French Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 942 0400
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Binh Minh’s Jazz Club
1 Tràng Tiền
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Binh Minh’s Jazz Club is a legendary nightlife spot in Hanoi Old Quarter, where jazz fans can catch live performances by some of the finest musicians in the city. Owned by pioneer Vietnamese jazz artiste Quyen Van Minh, the establishment features minimal décor, cosy seating, efficient service, and an extensive food-and-beverages menu. Open all day, patrons can enjoy an impressive line-up of local and international acts performing between 21:00 and 23:30 every night. Do note that drinks at Minh’s Jazz Club are not cheap, but when you factor in the quality of the live entertainment and lack of cover charge, prices are more than fair. Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 – 24:00 Address: 1 Trang Tien Street, French Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi Tel: +84 43 942 0400
Le Pub Hanoi ust a five-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake, Le Pub Hanoi attracts an international clientele thanks to its friendly vibe, live music, stylish décor, extensive drinks list, and attractive promotions. The tavern-like establishment is also fitted with a rear courtyard, street-facing terrace, and plenty of TV screens, making it a great place to catch up with the latest sports matches. Le Pub Hanoi serves imported wines, beers, cocktails, and liqueurs at reasonable prices while bar snacks range from nachos and pizzas to Vietnamese spring rolls. Every Thursday, ladies get to enjoy free cocktails all night long and ice cold beers from 19:30 till 20:30 - - Opening Hours: Daily 07:00 - late - Address: 25 Hang Be, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi - Tel: +84 (24) 3 926 2104
25 Hàng Bè
25 Phố Hàng Bè
Le Pub Hanoi ust a five-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake, Le Pub Hanoi attracts an international clientele thanks to its friendly vibe, live music, stylish décor, extensive drinks list, and attractive promotions. The tavern-like establishment is also fitted with a rear courtyard, street-facing terrace, and plenty of TV screens, making it a great place to catch up with the latest sports matches. Le Pub Hanoi serves imported wines, beers, cocktails, and liqueurs at reasonable prices while bar snacks range from nachos and pizzas to Vietnamese spring rolls. Every Thursday, ladies get to enjoy free cocktails all night long and ice cold beers from 19:30 till 20:30 - - Opening Hours: Daily 07:00 - late - Address: 25 Hang Be, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi - Tel: +84 (24) 3 926 2104
Dragonfly Bar and Lounge is a longstanding venue in Hanoi Old Quarter where 20-something locals and expats come to mingle and dance. With a music policy varying between hip-hop and party pop music, the two-storey venue is fitted with a spacious dancefloor and pool tables on the ground floor while a hookah bar is set on the top floor. Happy hour promos are from 19:00 until 22:00, offering spirits and mixers for only VND 70,000. - Opening Hours: Daily 09:00 – 01:00 - Address: 24B Hang Giay, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
King Pirates Pub
24b Hàng Giầy
Dragonfly Bar and Lounge is a longstanding venue in Hanoi Old Quarter where 20-something locals and expats come to mingle and dance. With a music policy varying between hip-hop and party pop music, the two-storey venue is fitted with a spacious dancefloor and pool tables on the ground floor while a hookah bar is set on the top floor. Happy hour promos are from 19:00 until 22:00, offering spirits and mixers for only VND 70,000. - Opening Hours: Daily 09:00 – 01:00 - Address: 24B Hang Giay, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

Neighborhoods

Lotte Center Hanoi offers a broad range of approximately 250 fashion and lifestyle brands. This one-stop shopping spot also offers enough entertainment and dining possibilities that you could easily spend a half day here. The 65 story building can be reached from Hoan Kiem Lake by car in around 20 minutes. This high rise building that houses the Lotte Shopping Center Hanoi is also home to a hypermarket, a hotel, residential apartments, restaurants, a gym, a spa and the city’s finest observation deck. On the first floor you will find the hypermarket; the second floor contains imported fashion, watches, jewellery and cosmetics retailers; the third floor houses women's fashion, shoes & handbags and young cosmetics; the fourth floor, young casual, jeans & unisex, lingerie and casual watches; on the fifth floor you will find men’s fashion and sports & golf, while home appliances and furnishings can be found on the sixth floor. The Observation Deck on the 65th floor offers amazing photo opportunities as it provides stunning panoramic views of the city of Hanoi. - Opening Hours: 09:00-22:30 - Address: 54 Liễu Giai, Cống Vị, Ba Đình, Hànội
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Lotte Center HàNội
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Lotte Center Hanoi offers a broad range of approximately 250 fashion and lifestyle brands. This one-stop shopping spot also offers enough entertainment and dining possibilities that you could easily spend a half day here. The 65 story building can be reached from Hoan Kiem Lake by car in around 20 minutes. This high rise building that houses the Lotte Shopping Center Hanoi is also home to a hypermarket, a hotel, residential apartments, restaurants, a gym, a spa and the city’s finest observation deck. On the first floor you will find the hypermarket; the second floor contains imported fashion, watches, jewellery and cosmetics retailers; the third floor houses women's fashion, shoes & handbags and young cosmetics; the fourth floor, young casual, jeans & unisex, lingerie and casual watches; on the fifth floor you will find men’s fashion and sports & golf, while home appliances and furnishings can be found on the sixth floor. The Observation Deck on the 65th floor offers amazing photo opportunities as it provides stunning panoramic views of the city of Hanoi. - Opening Hours: 09:00-22:30 - Address: 54 Liễu Giai, Cống Vị, Ba Đình, Hànội