Vietnam

Hanoi

Hanoi blends ancient lanes, lakes and street-food chaos.

Local time: UTC+7
Population: 8.4M
Safety

Cost of a day

$$$$$

Very cheap

Food$$$$$About $15 a day: light breakfast, cheap lunch, mid-range dinner
Stay$$$$$3-star hotel about $34 a night for two
Transport$$$$$About $1.6 a day: 4 public transit rides

Exchange rate

🇻🇳 VND =

Rates from 2026-10-23, refreshed monthly.

Getting in

HANNoi Bai International AirportMain gateway, about 22 km north of the centre.

How	Cost	Time
Public bus 07Daewoo Hotel area, west Hanoi	8,000 VND	60-90 min
Cheapest; may need to walk to catch it.
Express bus 86Long Bien station and Old Quarter	50,000 VND	45 min
Runs 06:20-22:00 every 25 min.
TaxiOld Quarter	300,000-400,000 VND	30-40 min
Use Mai Linh or Taxi Group; avoid touts.
GrabCity centre	around 300,000 VND	30-40 min
Fixed app fare; motorbike option is cheaper.

Estimates, checked October 2026. Wikivoyage: Hanoi

Getting around

Grab for cars and motorbike taxis; walk in the Old Quarter.

MetroLine 2A runs Cat Linh to Yen Nghia; Line 3 runs Cau Giay to Nhon. Fares are distance-based, about 8,000–15,000 VND; tap contactless cards at gates.
BusCity buses are cheap and air-conditioned, about 7,000–12,000 VND per ride.
Taxi / ride apps ★Grab works well for cars and motorbike taxis; fares are fixed in the app. Metered taxis: Mai Linh and Taxi Group are reliable; flag-fall about 20,000 VND.
Rental carNot practical for most visitors: chaotic traffic and hard parking. Use Grab or taxis instead.
Walking ★Fine in the Old Quarter, but crossing takes nerve. Traffic is chaotic; take your time at crossings.

Recommended stay★ 2 nights (3 days)

Two nights covers the Old Quarter, the lake and the main history sights, with time left for a street-food crawl.

Best for

CultureTemples, the Old Quarter lanes and water puppets.
FoodPho, bun cha and street-side coffee crawls.
HistoryHo Chi Minh's mausoleum, Hoa Lo and museums.

Weather by month

21°14°Jan🌧 12d

22°15°Feb🌧 9d

26°19°Mar🌧 13d

29°21°Apr🌧 12d

32°25°May🌧 18d

33°27°Jun🌧 18d

33°26°Jul🌧 21d

32°26°Aug🌧 24d

31°25°Sep🌧 21d

28°22°Oct🌧 13d

26°19°Nov🌧 9d

21°14°Dec🌧 7d

Average daily high / low (°C), sea temperature and rainy days. Typical figures, not a forecast.

Climate

Subtropical Hanoi: mild, drier winters and hot, very wet summers. Rain peaks from July to September.

Best time: October to AprilMilder days around 21–29°C and fewer rain days. Good for walking the Old Quarter.
Hot, humid summer (May to September)Highs of 31–33°C with many rain days. Sightsee early morning and after showers.
Wettest months: July to SeptemberAround 21–24 rain days a month. Showers can be heavy; keep a raincoat handy.
Cool winter (December to February)Highs near 21–22°C and lows around 14–15°C. Bring a jacket for evenings.
Rain is often shortEven in wet months, showers pass. Plan indoor stops like museums and cafés as backup.
What to packLight layers, a raincoat or umbrella, comfortable shoes for uneven streets, and a warm layer for winter.

Landmarks 18

Must-see · 7

1
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
The embalmed body of Vietnam's founding father lies in a vast granite mausoleum on Ba Dinh Square, a pilgrimage site for locals and a sober must-see for visitors. Go early morning (closed Mondays and Fridays, and for several weeks each autumn); dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, and leave cameras and bags at the entrance.
2
Hanoi Old Quarter
A dense maze of 36 historic guild streets where motorbikes, street vendors and colonial shophouses collide—the best place to feel Hanoi's energy. Wander on foot in the late afternoon or early evening when the heat eases and the beer corners fill up.
3
Temple of Literature
Vietnam's first university, founded in 1070, with tranquil courtyards, stone stelae and Confucian temples—one of the city's most beautiful and historic sites. Visit early to beat the tour groups; tickets are cheap and the grounds are shady.
4
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
A UNESCO-listed complex of royal palaces, gates and bunkers that layers a thousand years of Vietnamese history. The site is large and exposed, so go in the cooler morning hours and allow at least two hours.
5
One Pillar Pagoda
A tiny wooden pagoda perched on a single stone pillar, rebuilt after French destruction and now an icon of Hanoi. It sits near the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, so combine the two in one early-morning outing.
6
St. Joseph's Cathedral
A neo-Gothic cathedral that looks straight out of Europe, surrounded by cafés and a lively square in the Old Quarter. Open outside mass times; dress respectfully and climb the bell tower if you can.
7
Hoan Kiem Lake
The heart of Hanoi, where locals jog at dawn and the red Huc Bridge leads to Ngoc Son Temple on a tiny island. Come at sunrise for tai chi and calm, or at night when the lake is lit up.

Cultural

Market 1

Old Town 1

Urban Hub 1

Modern History 1

Museum 2

Castle 1

Bridge 1

Buddhist 2

Christian 1

Other Religion 1

Natural

Lake 1

River 1

Activities

Artwork 1

Theater 1

Football Stadium 1

Food 1

Day trips from Hanoi

Ninh Bình · 1 h 11 by bus

★★★★★ · Full day · 94 km from Hanoi

Best way: The express bus is fastest at 1h 11m and drops you near the Tam Coc and Trang An boat docks.

Take a train or express bus south from Hanoi to Ninh Binh, then a short taxi or bicycle ride to the Tam Coc and Trang An boat docks.

Train2 h 06 · from $4-$400
Bus ★1 h 11 · from $7
Car1 h 16 · taxi ≈ 1,148,000 VND

What to see

Tam Coc boat ride through limestone karsts
Trang An scenic boat route
Hang Mua viewpoint climb
Bai Dinh Pagoda

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Book the Trang An or Tam Coc boat ride in advance, especially on weekends
Best in the dry season from around November to April
Bring sun protection; boats are open-air

Hạ Long · 1 h 51 by road

★★★★★ · Full day · 157 km from Hanoi

Best way: The listed bus takes 4h 30m each way, so a day trip needs an organized cruise tour to work.

Express limousine buses run directly from Hanoi to Ha Long in about 2.5-3 hours; day cruises depart from the Tuan Chau or Bai Chay piers.

Bus4 h 30 · from $10
Car1 h 51 · taxi ≈ 1,904,000 VND

What to see

Ha Long Bay day cruise
Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave
Kayaking among the karsts
Titop Island viewpoint

1 landmark quest to check off here

Good to know

Day cruises depart from Tuan Chau or Bai Chay piers
Book ahead to secure a cruise slot
Check weather; cruises can be cancelled in storms

Hai Phong · 1 h 30 by bus

★★★☆☆ · Full day · 107 km from Hanoi

Best way: The express bus is fastest at 1h 30m and frequent, with trains as a backup.

Frequent trains and express buses connect Hanoi with Hai Phong in roughly 2-2.5 hours; from the city a local bus or taxi reaches Cat Ba ferry piers.

Train2 h 33 · from $3-$19
Bus ★1 h 30 · from $5-$6
Car1 h 22 · taxi ≈ 1,304,000 VND

What to see

French colonial architecture in the city centre
Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay
Du Hang Pagoda
Local seafood market

Good to know

Cat Ba ferry piers are reached by local bus or taxi from the city
Best in the dry season from around November to April

Times and prices are typical one-way estimates (train and bus: Omio / Rome2Rio route data; taxi: local tariff × road distance, tolls extra). Exact prices are on the booking page.

Plans

Hanoi rewards visitors with layered history, buzzing streets and remarkable food. Pick how long you have and what you enjoy most. Prices checked October 2026; ≈ marks estimates.

How long?

What do you enjoy most?

Day trip · Culture

One full day of temples, Old Quarter lanes and a water puppet show, all on foot or short rides.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 355,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 160,615

Day 1

Temple of Literature, then the Old Quarter

Tickets ≈ VND 310,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 134,494

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:30–09:30 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

Go early for cooler air. About 08:00–17:00 daily.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 994 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,926
2

10:00–10:20 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Small pagoda near the mausoleum area. Short taxi ride from the temple.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ VND 55,676
3

11:30–12:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch. Many pho shops close by early afternoon, so eat now.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 256 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,076
4

13:00–13:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Walk the lake shore and cross to the temple.

Open Always open
Taxi · 318 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,816
5

14:00–14:30 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

On a small island in the lake. Roughly 08:00–18:00.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00
6

16:30–17:30 · ≈ VND 100,000–200,000 by seat; check on the day

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Book a show time ahead. Mostly afternoon and evening shows.

Open Several shows daily, mostly afternoon and evening · Source

Day 2

Old Quarter evening

Tickets ≈ VND 45,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 26,120

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

18:00–20:00 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Wander the lanes as they get busy. Watch traffic when crossing.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 510 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,120
2

20:15–21:00 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Most cafés open until about 22:00.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00

Day trip · Food

A day built around pho, market snacks and a street food tour in the evening.

Stay: Old Quarter. Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 855,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 208,244

Day 1

Pho breakfast and market browsing

Tickets ≈ VND 105,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 153,323

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716
1

07:30–08:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Breakfast. Go early; many shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 1338 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 36,057
2

09:00–10:00 · Free to enter; pay per item

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Morning is best for the market itself. Roughly 06:00–18:00.

Open Daily roughly 06:00–18:00; night market Fri–Sun evening
Taxi · 1235 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 34,814
3

10:30–11:15 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Walk off breakfast around the lake.

Open Always open
Taxi · 533 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,399
4

14:00–14:45 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Afternoon coffee stop. Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 361 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,337

Day 2

Street food tour and night stalls

Tickets ≈ VND 750,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 54,921

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

17:30–20:30 · ≈ VND 500,000–900,000 per person; check on the day

Old Quarter street food tour

Tours usually run late afternoon and evening. Book ahead.

Open Tours usually run late afternoon and evening
Taxi · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 27,461
2

21:00–22:00 · ≈ VND 30,000–80,000 per dish

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Weekend evenings only, roughly 18:00–23:00. Check the day.

Open Weekend evenings, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 27,461

Day trip · History

Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum, the citadel and the old streets in one day. Plan around the mausoleum's closed days.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 120,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 149,316

Day 1

Mausoleum and citadel

Tickets ≈ VND 90,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 123,072

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–09:00 · Free entry

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

Morning only. Closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day and dress modestly.

Open Tue–Thu and Sat–Sun, morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day. · Source
Taxi · 207 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,486
2

09:15–09:35 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Short walk from the mausoleum area.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 15 min · ≈ VND 55,676
3

11:30–12:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch before the shops close for the afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,910
4

13:30–15:00 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

Roughly 08:00–17:00 daily. Go before the heat peaks.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source

Day 2

Old Quarter and lake at dusk

Tickets ≈ VND 30,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 26,245

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

16:00–18:00 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Liveliest late afternoon into evening.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 520 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,245
2

18:00–18:30 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Roughly 08:00–18:00, so go just before closing.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00

1 night · Culture

One packed day: Old Quarter lanes, the Temple of Literature and a water puppet show.

Stay: Old Quarter. Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 405,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 308,163
Hotel: VND 350,000–1,500,000

Day 1

Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem on foot

Tickets ≈ VND 135,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 155,310

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716
1

08:00–08:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Start with breakfast pho; most shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 256 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,076
2

09:00–09:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Walk the lake loop early, before the heat.

Open Always open
Taxi · 318 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,816
3

09:50–10:20 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Temple on the lake's small island. Check opening on the day.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00
Taxi · 520 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,245
4

10:30–12:30 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Wander the lanes; keep an eye on traffic when crossing.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 510 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,120
5

12:45–13:30 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Lunch and a famous egg coffee nearby.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 361 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,337

Day 2

Temple, puppets and evening market

Tickets ≈ VND 270,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 152,853

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,089
1

14:00–15:00 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

About 15 minutes by taxi from the Old Quarter.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ VND 47,309
2

16:30–17:30 · ≈ VND 100,000–200,000 by seat; check on the day

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Book a show time ahead; shows run afternoon and evening.

Open Several shows daily, mostly afternoon and evening · Source
Taxi · 1166 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 33,994
3

18:30–19:30 · ≈ VND 30,000–80,000 per dish

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Weekend evenings only; otherwise eat in the Old Quarter.

Open Weekend evenings, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 27,461

1 night · Food

Eat your way through the Old Quarter, from breakfast pho to a weekend night market.

Stay: Old Quarter. Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 805,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 144,391
Hotel: VND 350,000–1,500,000

Day 1

Markets, coffee and street food

Tickets ≈ VND 805,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 144,391

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716
1

07:30–08:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Breakfast first; pho shops are morning places.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 1338 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 36,057
2

09:00–10:00 · Free to enter; pay per item

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Morning is best for the indoor market.

Open Daily roughly 06:00–18:00; night market Fri–Sun evening
Taxi · 513 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,161
3

10:15–12:15 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Snack as you walk; pick busy stalls.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 510 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,120
4

12:30–13:15 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Afternoon coffee stop in a café.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi · 361 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,337
5

17:00–20:00 · ≈ VND 500,000–900,000 per person; check on the day

Old Quarter street food tour

Evening tour; book ahead and say if you have allergies.

Open Tours usually run late afternoon and evening

1 night · History

History-first day: the mausoleum area in the morning, the citadel and Old Quarter later.

Stay: Old Quarter. Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 240,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 314,947
Hotel: VND 350,000–1,500,000

Day 1

Mausoleum and citadel

Tickets ≈ VND 90,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 175,141

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 45,243
1

08:00–09:00 · Free entry

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

Morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day and dress modestly.

Open Tue–Thu and Sat–Sun, morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day. · Source
Taxi · 207 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,486
2

09:15–09:35 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Short walk from the mausoleum.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 899 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,786
3

10:15–11:45 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

About 10 minutes by taxi. Roughly 08:00–17:00 daily.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,910
4

12:00–12:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch nearby before the afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi back to your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716

Day 2

Lake, cathedral and evening

Tickets ≈ VND 150,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 139,806

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 853 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,242
1

14:00–14:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Easy walk after lunch.

Open Always open
Taxi · 419 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 25,031
2

15:00–15:30 · Free to view outside

St. Joseph's Cathedral Landmark quest

Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times.

Open Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times
Taxi · 911 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,934
3

15:45–17:45 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Evening is the liveliest time.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 525 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,297
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ VND 100,000–200,000 by seat; check on the day

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Optional evening show; book ahead.

Open Several shows daily, mostly afternoon and evening · Source
Taxi back to your hotel · 609 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 27,302

2 nights · Culture ★ Recommended length

First-timers who want temples, the Old Quarter lanes and a water puppet show.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 355,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 227,961

Day 1

Old Quarter lanes and the lake

Tickets ≈ VND 240,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 105,536

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–09:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Start early to watch locals exercise. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 318 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,816
2

09:50–10:20 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Temple on the lake's island. Roughly 08:00–18:00.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00
Taxi · 408 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,902
3

11:00–11:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch. Most pho shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 877 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,521
4

13:00–15:00 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Wander the lanes. Liveliest late afternoon into evening.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 525 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,297
5

17:00–18:00 · ≈ VND 100,000–200,000 by seat; check on the day

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Book a show in advance. Mostly afternoon and evening shows.

Open Several shows daily, mostly afternoon and evening · Source

Day 2

History in the morning, cathedral at dusk

Tickets ≈ VND 115,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 122,425

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–09:00 · Free entry

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

Morning only. Closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day.

Open Tue–Thu and Sat–Sun, morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day. · Source
Taxi · 207 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,486
2

09:15–09:35 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Short walk from the mausoleum. Daylight hours.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 994 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,926
3

10:00–11:00 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

Daily roughly 08:00–17:00. Best in the morning.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ VND 42,986
4

14:00–14:45 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Afternoon café stop. Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi · 419 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 25,027
5

16:30–17:00 · Free to view outside

St. Joseph's Cathedral Landmark quest

Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times.

Open Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times

2 nights · Food ★ Recommended length

Eaters who want pho for breakfast, street food tours and market snacks.

Stay: Old Quarter. Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 855,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 278,371
Hotel: VND 700,000–3,000,000

Day 1

Pho, markets and a food tour

Tickets ≈ VND 760,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 132,829

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716
1

08:00–08:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Breakfast. Shops open early and close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 1338 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 36,057
2

10:00–11:00 · Free to enter; pay per item

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Morning is best for the market. Roughly 06:00–18:00.

Open Daily roughly 06:00–18:00; night market Fri–Sun evening
Taxi · 1235 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 34,814
3

12:00–12:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Walk it off around the lake. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 853 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,242
4

17:30–20:30 · ≈ VND 500,000–900,000 per person; check on the day

Old Quarter street food tour

Evening tour. Book ahead; tours usually run late afternoon and evening.

Open Tours usually run late afternoon and evening

Day 2

Old Quarter tastes and night stalls

Tickets ≈ VND 95,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 145,543

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 361 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,337
1

10:00–10:45 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Late breakfast coffee. Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi · 510 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,120
2

11:30–13:30 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Snack your way through the lanes.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 911 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,934
3

15:00–15:30 · Free to view outside

St. Joseph's Cathedral Landmark quest

Exterior always visible. Cafés nearby.

Open Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times
Taxi · 1391 m · ≈ 10 min · ≈ VND 36,691
4

18:30–19:30 · ≈ VND 30,000–80,000 per dish

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Weekend evenings only, roughly 18:00–23:00. Check the day.

Open Weekend evenings, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 27,461

2 nights · History ★ Recommended length

Visitors focused on Ho Chi Minh, the citadel and old Hanoi.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 190,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 235,702

Day 1

Mausoleum and the citadel

Tickets ≈ VND 160,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 147,683

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–09:00 · Free entry

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

Morning only. Closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day.

Open Tue–Thu and Sat–Sun, morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day. · Source
Taxi · 207 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,486
2

09:15–09:35 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Short walk away. Daylight hours.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 899 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,786
3

10:00–11:30 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

Daily roughly 08:00–17:00. Morning or late afternoon.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,910
4

12:00–12:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch. Most shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ VND 49,501
5

14:00–15:00 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

Daily roughly 08:00–17:00.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source

Day 2

Old Quarter and French Quarter

Tickets ≈ VND 30,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 88,019

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · Free

French Quarter walk

Morning walk. Always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 228 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,732
2

10:15–11:45 · Ticket price varies by performance; check on the day

Hanoi Opera House Landmark quest

Exterior viewable daily; performances mostly evening.

Open Performances mostly evening; exterior viewable daily · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 10 min · ≈ VND 39,043
3

13:00–15:00 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Lanes and old shophouses. Liveliest later in the day.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 520 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,245
4

16:00–16:30 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Daily roughly 08:00–18:00. Good near sunset.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00

3 nights · Culture

First-timers who want temples, the Old Quarter lanes and a water puppet show at an easy pace.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 435,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 444,264

Day 1

Arrive, lake and Old Quarter lanes

Tickets ≈ VND 30,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 80,852

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

15:00–15:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Start here to get your bearings. The lake is always open.

Open Always open
Taxi · 318 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,816
2

15:50–16:20 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Temple on the lake's island. Roughly 08:00–18:00, so go before it closes.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00
Taxi · 508 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,102
3

16:45–17:15 · Free to view outside

St. Joseph's Cathedral Landmark quest

Exterior only unless a mass is on. Nice in late light.

Open Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times
Taxi · 911 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,934
4

17:30–19:30 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Wander the lanes as they get lively. Dinner at a street stall.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening

Day 2

Ho Chi Minh sights and history

Tickets ≈ VND 160,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 148,822

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

08:00–09:00 · Free entry

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

Morning only. Closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day and dress modestly.

Open Tue–Thu and Sat–Sun, morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day. · Source
Taxi · 207 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,486
2

09:15–09:35 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Short walk from the mausoleum. Daylight hours only.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 994 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,926
3

10:15–11:15 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

About 15 minutes by taxi. Roughly 08:00–17:00.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ VND 49,501
4

12:00–12:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch. Many pho shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,910
5

13:30–15:00 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

Roughly 08:00–17:00. Shady in the afternoon.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source

Day 3

West Lake and an evening show

Tickets ≈ VND 245,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 138,505

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

15:30–17:00 · Free

West Lake (Tay Ho) walk

Walk the shore toward sunset. About 15 minutes by taxi from the Old Quarter.

Open Always open
Taxi · 5 km · ≈ 22 min · ≈ VND 79,770
2

17:15–18:00 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Café stop back in the Old Quarter. Most cafés run to about 22:00.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi · 395 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,741
3

18:30–19:30 · ≈ VND 100,000–200,000 by seat; check on the day

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Book a show in advance. Mostly afternoon and evening shows.

Open Several shows daily, mostly afternoon and evening · Source
Taxi · 1166 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 33,994
4

20:00–21:00 · ≈ VND 30,000–80,000 per dish

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Weekend evenings only, roughly 18:00–23:00. If it's a weekday, eat at a nearby stall instead.

Open Weekend evenings, roughly 18:00–23:00

Day 4

French Quarter, then fly

Tickets ≈ VND 0 pp · taxis ≈ VND 76,085

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

1

09:00–10:00 · Free

French Quarter walk

Wide streets and colonial buildings. Best in the morning.

Open Always open
Taxi · 228 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,732
2

10:15–10:45 · Ticket price varies by performance; check on the day

Hanoi Opera House Landmark quest

Exterior viewable daily; performances are mostly evening.

Open Performances mostly evening; exterior viewable daily · Source
Taxi · 3 km · ≈ 14 min · ≈ VND 53,353
3

11:15–12:00 · Free

Long Bien Bridge walk

Walk in daylight only. About 15 minutes by taxi.

Open Always open; go in daylight

3 nights · Food

Eaters who want pho at dawn, a street food tour and the weekend night market.

Stay: Old Quarter. Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 1,075,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 680,821
Hotel: VND 1,050,000–4,500,000

Day 1

Arrive, lake and first bites

Tickets ≈ VND 95,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 145,680

Approximate route · map © OpenStreetMap contributors

Taxi from your hotel · 853 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,242
1

15:00–15:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Easy loop to shake off the trip.

Open Always open
Taxi · 838 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 30,061
2

16:00–18:00 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Graze as you walk. Liveliest in the evening.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening
Taxi · 510 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,120
3

18:15–19:00 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Classic Hanoi café stop. Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00
Taxi · 983 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,797
4

19:30–20:30 · ≈ VND 30,000–80,000 per dish

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Weekend evenings only. On weekdays pick a stall near the market.

Open Weekend evenings, roughly 18:00–23:00
Taxi back to your hotel · 622 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 27,461

Day 2

Market morning and a food tour

Tickets ≈ VND 760,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 130,765

Taxi from your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716
1

07:30–08:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Breakfast. Go early; many shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 1338 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 36,057
2

09:00–10:00 · Free to enter; pay per item

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Morning is best for the market itself. Roughly 06:00–18:00.

Open Daily roughly 06:00–18:00; night market Fri–Sun evening
Taxi · 1142 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 33,707
3

11:00–11:30 · Free to view outside

St. Joseph's Cathedral Landmark quest

Exterior always visible. Good photo stop.

Open Exterior always visible; interior only around mass times
Taxi · 774 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 29,284
4

17:00–20:00 · ≈ VND 500,000–900,000 per person; check on the day

Old Quarter street food tour

Tours usually run late afternoon and evening. Book ahead.

Open Tours usually run late afternoon and evening

Day 3

Culture break and West Lake

Tickets ≈ VND 160,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 283,363

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,089
1

09:00–10:00 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

Quiet in the morning. Roughly 08:00–17:00.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 764 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 29,167
2

10:30–12:00 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

Roughly 08:00–17:00. About 10 minutes by taxi.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,910
3

12:30–13:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch near the Old Quarter.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 6 km · ≈ 24 min · ≈ VND 88,297
4

16:30–18:00 · Free

West Lake (Tay Ho) walk

Sunset walk, then dinner at a lakeside spot.

Open Always open
Taxi back to your hotel · 5 km · ≈ 21 min · ≈ VND 76,900

Day 4

Long Bien sunrise, then fly

Tickets ≈ VND 60,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 121,014

Taxi from your hotel · 2 km · ≈ 11 min · ≈ VND 41,943
1

06:30–07:15 · Free

Long Bien Bridge walk

Go at sunrise in daylight. About 15 minutes by taxi.

Open Always open; go in daylight
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ VND 47,355
2

07:30–08:15 · Free to view

Red River Landmark quest

Walk the bank near the bridge.

Open Always open
2

08:30–09:15 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Last bowl before you go.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi back to your hotel · 976 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,716

3 nights · History

Visitors who want the mausoleum, the citadel and the old streets in depth.

Tickets & tours: ≈ VND 385,000
Taxis: ≈ VND 363,036

Day 1

Arrive and the old lake quarter

Tickets ≈ VND 30,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 50,061

1

15:00–15:45 · Free

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Always open. Good orientation walk.

Open Always open
Taxi · 318 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 23,816
2

15:50–16:20 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Roughly 08:00–18:00, so go before it closes.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–18:00
Taxi · 520 m · ≈ 7 min · ≈ VND 26,245
3

17:00–19:00 · Free to walk

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Old merchant lanes. Dinner nearby.

Open Always open; liveliest in the evening

Day 2

Ho Chi Minh and the citadel

Tickets ≈ VND 160,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 148,822

1

08:00–09:00 · Free entry

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

Morning only. Closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day and dress modestly.

Open Tue–Thu and Sat–Sun, morning only; closed Mon and Fri. Check exact times on the day. · Source
Taxi · 207 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,486
2

09:15–09:35 · Free

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Short walk away. Daylight hours.

Open Daily, daylight hours
Taxi · 994 m · ≈ 8 min · ≈ VND 31,926
3

10:15–11:15 · ≈ VND 70,000 adult; check on the day

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

About 15 minutes by taxi. Roughly 08:00–17:00.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ VND 49,501
4

12:00–12:45 · ≈ VND 40,000–90,000 a bowl

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Lunch. Many shops close by early afternoon.

Open Most pho shops open early morning and close by early afternoon
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 12 min · ≈ VND 44,910
5

13:30–15:00 · ≈ VND 30,000; check on the day

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

Roughly 08:00–17:00. The oldest layers of the city.

Open Daily roughly 08:00–17:00 · Source

Day 3

French Quarter and a show

Tickets ≈ VND 195,000 pp · taxis ≈ VND 80,742

1

09:30–10:30 · Free

French Quarter walk

Colonial streets. Best in the morning.

Open Always open
Taxi · 228 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 22,732
2

10:45–11:15 · Ticket price varies by performance; check on the day

Hanoi Opera House Landmark quest

Exterior viewable daily. Check for evening performances.

Open Performances mostly evening; exterior viewable daily · Source
Taxi · 1106 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 33,269
3

17:00–18:00 · ≈ VND 100,000–200,000 by seat; check on the day

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Book ahead. Mostly afternoon and evening shows.

Open Several shows daily, mostly afternoon and evening · Source
Taxi · 395 m · ≈ 6 min · ≈ VND 24,741
4

18:15–19:00 · ≈ VND 30,000–60,000 a cup

Egg coffee café stop

Café stop before dinner.

Open Most cafés roughly 08:00–22:00

Day 4

Bridge and river, then fly

Tickets ≈ VND 0 pp · taxis ≈ VND 83,411

1

08:00–08:45 · Free

Long Bien Bridge walk

Walk in daylight. About 15 minutes by taxi.

Open Always open; go in daylight
Taxi · 2 km · ≈ 13 min · ≈ VND 47,355
2

09:00–09:45 · Free to view

Red River Landmark quest

Riverbank views of the bridge.

Open Always open
Taxi · 1338 m · ≈ 9 min · ≈ VND 36,057
3

10:15–11:15 · Free to enter; pay per item

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Morning market. Roughly 06:00–18:00.

Open Daily roughly 06:00–18:00; night market Fri–Sun evening

Swap in instead

Swap a city day for Ha Long Bay or Lan Ha Bay: a long day trip or an overnight on a boat.
Take a half-day to the Temple of Literature and the Imperial Citadel if you like history.
Spend an afternoon in Tay Ho for lakeside cafés and a quieter side of Hanoi.

Getting around

Metro Line 2A runs Cat Linh to Yen Nghia; Line 3 runs Cau Giay to Nhon.
Metro fares are distance-based, about 8,000-15,000 VND; tap contactless cards at gates.
City buses are cheap and air-conditioned, about 7,000-12,000 VND per ride.
Grab works well for cars and motorbike taxis; fares are fixed in the app.
Metered taxis: Mai Linh and Taxi Group are reliable; flag-fall about 20,000 VND.
Traffic is chaotic; walking is fine in the Old Quarter but crossing takes nerve.

Where to stay

Old Quarter · ≈ VND 350,000–1,500,000 a night
Walk to Hoan Kiem Lake, street food and markets. Lively and loud; ask for a quiet room.
French Quarter · ≈ VND 900,000–3,500,000 a night
Wide tree-lined streets, the Opera House and quieter nights, a short walk from the lake.
Hoan Kiem · ≈ VND 600,000–2,500,000 a night
Central and handy for the lake, the Old Quarter edge and evening walks.
Tay Ho · ≈ VND 700,000–3,000,000 a night
Lakeside expat area with cafés and quieter streets; 15–25 minutes by taxi to the centre.

Food & drink

Start with pho for breakfast, bun cha at lunch and a bia hoi (fresh beer) corner in the evening.
Eat where locals sit: small stalls and family restaurants in the Old Quarter are often the best value.
Try egg coffee (ca phe trung) and strong drip coffee at a café near Hoan Kiem Lake.
Street food is cheap: expect roughly 30,000–80,000 VND for a bowl or plate; check on the day.
Drink bottled water and eat busy, freshly cooked stalls. Carry small notes for street vendors.

Tips

Grab is the best way to get around; haggling with street taxis or cyclos can lead to scams
Cross the street by walking slowly and steadily; the sea of motorbikes will naturally avoid you
Sit on tiny plastic stools in the Old Quarter to eat Pho or drink Bia Hoi (fresh draft beer)
Winters (Jan-Feb) can be surprisingly cold and damp, so bring a jacket
Traffic is chaotic and pedestrian sidewalks are mostly used for parking motorbikes and seating

Sources for prices and hours

Taxi costs are estimates from straight-line distance and the metered fare. Map positions are approximate.

Tours & activities

Take this tour to unlock 2 landmark quests

Hanoi Old Quarter

Hanoi Train Street

Taste local dishes while walking the Old Quarter
Time a stop at the famous Train Street
8,424 reviews · 4.9 rating

Food includedSmall group

Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (8,424)

$33View tour

Take this tour to unlock 3 landmark quests

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Temple of Literature

Hoan Kiem Lake

Cover the city's headline sights in one morning
Hotel pickup and drop-off included
459 reviews · 4.8 rating

Transfers includedHalf-day

Guided Half-Day City Highlights Tour with Transfers

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (459)

$46View tour

Take this tour to unlock 1 landmark quest

Hanoi Old Quarter

Sample street food from Michelin-recognised stalls
Explore the Old Quarter on foot with a guide
1,804 reviews · 4.8 rating

Michelin Guide picksWalking tour

Michelin Guide Street Food Walking Tour

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.8 (1,804)

$35View tour

Take this tour to unlock 2 landmark quests

Hanoi Old Quarter

Long Bien Bridge

Ride a vintage military jeep through the city
Cross the historic Long Bien Bridge
903 reviews · 4.9 rating

Jeep tourSmall group

Hanoi Military Jeep Tour – Most Popular Experience

GetYourGuide · ★ 4.9 (903)

$32View tour

Souvenirs

Bat Trang porcelain tea cup

VND 100000–3000001 to 2 pieces · estimate

Bat Trang is a pottery village just outside Hanoi. It has made ceramics for centuries, and its cups and bowls are a classic Hanoi souvenir.

Where: Authentic Bat Trang shops in the Old Quarter

Check that the glaze is food-safe and certified for tableware before you buy.

Lotus tea

VND 150000–40000050 to 100 g · estimate

Lotus tea is green tea scented with lotus flowers. It is a traditional drink of Hanoi, where lotus ponds around West Lake are part of daily life.

Where: Tay Ho lotus tea specialty shops or Hien Minh Tea

Some products use artificial fragrance. Choose tea scented with real dried lotus flowers.

Vietnamese phin coffee filter

VND 50000–2000001 piece · estimate

The phin is a small metal drip filter used to brew strong Vietnamese coffee. It is a everyday item in Hanoi cafés and homes.

Where: Hang Be Street in the Old Quarter

Compare aluminum and stainless steel models, and choose the material you prefer for daily use.

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Cost of a day

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Getting in

Getting around

Weather by month

Climate

Landmarks 18

Must-see · 7

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Hanoi Old Quarter

Temple of Literature

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

One Pillar Pagoda

St. Joseph's Cathedral

Hoan Kiem Lake

Cultural

Market 1

Old Town 1

Urban Hub 1

Modern History 1

Museum 2

Castle 1

Bridge 1

Buddhist 2

Christian 1

Other Religion 1

Natural

Lake 1

River 1

Activities

Artwork 1

Theater 1

Football Stadium 1

Food 1

Day trips from Hanoi

Ninh Bình · 1 h 11 by bus

What to see

Good to know

Hạ Long · 1 h 51 by road

What to see

Good to know

Hai Phong · 1 h 30 by bus

What to see

Good to know

Plans

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Egg coffee café stop

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Egg coffee café stop

Old Quarter street food tour

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long Landmark quest

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Hoan Kiem Lake Landmark quest

Ngoc Son Temple Landmark quest

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Egg coffee café stop

Temple of Literature Landmark quest

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Dong Xuan night food stalls

Pho (Hanoi noodle soup) Landmark quest

Dong Xuan Market Landmark quest

Hanoi Old Quarter Landmark quest

Egg coffee café stop

Old Quarter street food tour

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Landmark quest

One Pillar Pagoda Landmark quest