What to do in Hanoi

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Hoan Kiem Lake which includes a lake or waterhole

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What to do in Hanoi


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Hanoi featuring street scenes

Old Quarter

Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem which includes street scenes, a city and signage

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(557 area reviews)

Lose yourself in the winding streets of old Hanoi, revel in the colours of traditional fabrics, soak up the scents of Vietnamese cuisine...

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi showing street scenes, night scenes and signage

French Quarter

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip.

French Quarter
Tay Ho which includes a lake or waterhole

Tay Ho

Escape the city and relax on the shores of Hanoi’s biggest lake. Enjoy local delicacies, gardens, historic sights, Buddhist temples and other attractions.

Tay Ho
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Mỹ Đình

3/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Mỹ Đình
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a garden

Ba Dinh

4.5/5(38 area reviews)

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip.

Ba Dinh

 

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