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Best Things To Do in Hanoi

Offering you the best of culture and the perfect amount of urbanization, there are a lot of things to do in Hanoi for anybody who wishes to explore it. The Vietnamese capital is nestled inside a world which has strongly stuck to its roots and even so has gone ahead with establishing an identity of its own. With an intriguing history and a breath-taking present, you are sure to never have a dull moment in Hanoi. Each corner of Hanoi has a story to tell. There have been different dynasties who have called Hanoi it’s home and the city has adapted well to the traditions of all to make one of its own. While the landmarks are in plenty for you to see, it is the vibrant streets in which the real essence of Hanoi lies. The locals here hold the maximum tourism factor and are the biggest USP of visiting Hanoi.

There are plenty of museums, lakes and restaurants to fill up your itinerary. But, it is the story of rising like a phoenix which is what describes Hanoi the best. Being the capital of a country that has seen its fair share of destruction and wars, Hanoi has stood with its head held high always giving everybody who wishes to explore it a connection of their own. All of the seasons of Hanoi have a different shade of the city to offer to you. The 4 distinct seasons that it experiences bring out a speciality of the city like no other season does. Whether you choose to immerse yourself in the history or lose yourself in the tranquility of the well nestled landmarks, you will never have a moment in Hanoi where you do not experience their culture. There are so many things to do in Hanoi, that you would simply be spoilt for choice.

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    Hanoi and Saigon Tour For 5 Days
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    About the ActivityEmbark on a sightseeing tour to the beautiful cities of Hanoi and Saigon in Vietnam on a 5 day 4 night tour.The tour starts on arrival at Saigon airport where a tour representative will guide you to your hotel.Over the course of 5 days, you will explore...

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    Full Day Tour in Hanoi with Green Car
    Full Day Tour in Hanoi with Green Car
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    About the Activity:Take a break and head out for an exciting full day tour in Hanoi and get a chance to explore the enduring beauty of this region.Get picked up from your hotel at 8:30 AM in an air-conditioned private vehicle and get started for the day.Visit the famous ...

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    Halong Bay Day Cruise in Vietnam
    Halong Bay Day Cruise in Vietnam
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    Halong Bay
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    About the Activity:Halong Bay private sailboat cruise from Hanoi lets you sail past limestone islets and rocky promontories in this UNESCO's world heritage site.Explore fascinating grottoes like Thien Cung and Dau Go with a private guide.Eat a delicious seafood lunch a...

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  • Tour of the Ancient Village of Duong Lam in Vietnam
    Tour of the Ancient Village of Duong Lam in Vietnam
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    Hanoi
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    About the Activity:A journey to Duong Lam village is a trip to trace back the origin of Vietnam's culture and its traditions.Start your journey from your hotel around 08:00 AM, travel to the west of Hanoi to Duong Lam village, an agricultural village of the Northern Re...

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  • Food Tasting Tour in Hanoi
    Food Tasting Tour in Hanoi
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    Hanoi
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    About the Activity:Invoke in this exciting food tasting tour in Hanoi and get a chance to taste from the varieties of food here.As this will be a kind of walking tour so you will get the chance to meet a lot of local people.During the way, your guide will give you a shor...

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  • Relaxing at a Spa in Hanoi
    Relaxing at a Spa in Hanoi
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    Hanoi
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    About the Activity:Get picked up from your hotel in an air -conditioned vehicle and reach the spa.Rejuvenate yourself after a long tiring week with this special spa massage in Hanoi.Enjoy a warm welcome from the masseuse as you enter the spa room. The aromatic candles an...

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  • 4 Days Sightseeing Trip to Da Nang – Hoi an – My Son – Hue
    4 Days Sightseeing Trip to Da Nang – Hoi an – My Son – Hue
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    Danang
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    About the Activity:If you are looking for a mesmerizing city tour of Vietnam, this tour is a perfect fit for you.Explore the various cities of Vietnam and visit the iconic tourist destinations - that places this country worth visiting.Start your tour from Da Nang after g...

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  • Cooking Classes in Hanoi
    Cooking Classes in Hanoi
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    About the Activity:Test your culinary skills with this exciting cooking class In Hanoi and learn to make some special Vietnam cuisine.You will be picked up by the driver from hotel and transferred to the cooking class the starting point.Visit the local market for food...

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  • Trip to the Ancient Capital Ninh Binh
    Trip to the Ancient Capital Ninh Binh
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    Hanoi
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    About the Activity::Learn about the ancient capital of Vietnam with this exciting tour alog with your friends and family.Get picked up in an air conditioned vehicle at 8:00 AM from your hotel in Hanoi and drive 90 kms to south of Hanoi to to Ninh Binh.Explore some of the...

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  • Day Tour of the Ancient Ninh Binh And Hoa Lu in Vietnam
    Day Tour of the Ancient Ninh Binh And Hoa Lu in Vietnam
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    Hanoi
    h9 Hours

    About the Activity:A trip to Ninh Binh from Hanoi sees you travel down the tranquil waterways on a local rowboat.Get picked up from your hotel around 07:30 AM, then depart for Ninh Binh province, take a halt after 20 minutes for shopping and relaxing.Indulge in experienc...

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  • One Day Hanoi City Tour
    One Day Hanoi City Tour
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    Hanoi
    h8 Hours

    About the Activity: If you want to acquaint yourself with the history and culture of Vietnam, this tour is a perfect fit for you.Get picked up from Hotel in Hanoi at around 08:00 AM and begin this amazing city tour.Explore the city of Hanoi and its exotic tourist destin...

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  • Calypso Cruise For 2 Days and 1 Night
    Calypso Cruise For 2 Days and 1 Night
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    Hanoi
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    About the Activity:Relish in a Calypso cruise for 2 days and 1 night and have a relishing experience with beautiful sights of the islets and beaches.Get picked up from your hotel between 08:00 AM and 08:30 AM, start the three and a half hour drive to Ho...

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  • Oriental Sails 3 Days/2 Nights Cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
    Oriental Sails 3 Days/2 Nights Cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
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    Halong Bay
    d3 Days n2 Nights

    About the Activity: Indulge in ultimate luxury while you explore Halong Bay on the Calypso Cruiser, a luxury cruise vessel featuring 12 deluxe cabins furnished in classic Vietnamese style. The boat has various facilities to ensure utmost comfort and sense of luxury. Vi...

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  • Ho Chi Minh Cycling Trail in Vietnam
    Ho Chi Minh Cycling Trail in Vietnam
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    Hanoi
    d11 Days n10 Nights

    About the Activity:Experience the best of Vietnam on two wheels like never before on a cycling tour.Start the day after your breakfast and then transfer to Mai Chau for the bicycle tour on an old supply route of the Ho Chi Minh Trail.Discover immense northern mountains, ...

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  • 7 Days Cycling Trip from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu in Vietnam
    7 Days Cycling Trip from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu in Vietnam
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    Dien Bien Phu
    d7 Days n6 Nights

    About the Activity:Explore the most scenic north western regions of Vietnam on two wheels with this 7D/6N cycling trip.Get transferred from airport to Ha Noi capital and then reach the train station for boarding the train at 09:00 PM to Lao Cai.After arriving at Lao Cai ...

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Bambou Silk

Bambou Silk is a good shopping complex in Hanoi that offers a good collection of tailored clothes. You will surely admire the number of shops available in this area that offer quality items. This market is known for its suit pieces that are very classy. People from different parts of the city prefer Bambou Silk because of the fabric that is available here. You cannot park your car in this vicinity so prefer public transport for travelling. There is a good blend of casual as well as formal clothing in Bambou Silk. Tourists are also spotted at this market since the prices are too attractive. Do not miss a chance to visit Bambou Silk due to its clothing greatness.

Location: 6 Nha Chung Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam

Highlights: Formal clothing accessories such as tie, belt, jackets etc are famous in this market.

Best time to visit: Prefer weekdays to visit this place.

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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

The body of Ho Chi Minh is preserved here so people visit to see that. There are many type of restrictions by the authority here such as you need to follow the dress code, be silent and walk in straight lines. Hands must be in pocket and arms should not be crossed. Apart from that no smoking, drinking or eating.

 
 Location: Hùng V??ng, ?i?n Biên, Ba ?ình, Hà N?i, Vietnam.

 Highlights: The place is protected by Militiary honour guards and is a high security place. The architecture is nicely done and a lot of people visit here to pay their respects to Ho Chi Minh.

 Best time to visit: One of the best things about the mausoleum is that it stays open for 24 hours so you can visit it any time you want. Only you need to keep in mind that it stays closed on Monday and Friday so make sure to not visit it then.

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Lake of the Restored Sword

The English translation of the lake name means "Lake of the Returning Sword". It has a huge historical context and is one of the oldest places in the city. One can also easily spot some soft shell turtles which swim in the lake and has been seen since years, they make a beautiful sight. The lake was also known as Luc Thuy which means Green water in English. This was the former name given to the lake because it has green water.



Location: It is located in Hanoi, which is the capital city of Vietnam and has many other tourists attractions nearby as well.

Highlights: Lake of the restored Sword is one of the most scenic spots of the city and is a major tourist attraction which is visited by hundreds of people daily.

Best time to visit: During dusk and night, the lake looks stunning as it lights up and people mostly take this as an opportunity for photographs.

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Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural

The Hanoi ceramic mosaic mural is a mural on the wall of the dyke system of the city of Hanoi in Vietnam. The content of the mosaic contains decorative patterns of different periods in history of Vietnam. It is a great place for all those who want to know about the culture of Vietnam.

Location: It is located in the city of Hanoi and attracts a lot of tourists and visitors.

Highlight: It has a length of about 4 km which is quite long. The place is nicely decorated and looks beautiful, this is the reason why a lot of people visit here and it is also a nice attraction for the locals here.

History: It was developed as part of the millennial anniversary of Hanoi and was considered among the major projects that were developed during that time. It was the result of a Hanoi architecture contest where an architect won a prize for transforming the dyke system of Hanoi to a ceramic mosaic.

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Thap Rua Tower

The Thap Rua Tower is also famously known as the Tortoise tower. It is a small tower in the middle of Sword Lake in the city of Hanoi. Although people can't actually go to the tower, they can have a look at it from a distance.

 

Location: Tháp Rùa, Hàng Tr?ng, Hoàn Ki?m, Hà N?i, Vietnam.

Highlights: Since it is located in a little island, the beauty of the tower is enhanced as it is surrounded by a nice lake. This makes a good spot for photography and tourists often visit here as it has a lot of historical context.

History: The tower exists in a place which was a former fishing site under the famous king Le Thanh Tong. It was made during the time when French had conquered the city of Hanoi and most of the people in the city fled away due to fear of death.

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Bat Trang Ceramic Village

Bat Trang Ceramic Village is a wonderful place where you can buy a number of handicraft and pottery goods. There are a number of gift & specialty shops available in this village that is famous for offering tea sets. The quality of the goods offered at Bat Trang Ceramic Village is amazing. This place is active in Hanoi since many years and is preferred by tourists as well. The big market area in Bat Trang Ceramic Village can be visited in order to savor some wonderful delicacies. There are tour packages that can be accessed so as to explore Bat Trang Ceramic Village at ease. You can plan a trip with your friends or family so as to enjoy this excellent market.

Location: Bat Trang Commune, Gia Lam District, Hanoi,Vietnam

Highlights: Bat Trang Ceramic Village has a lovely ambience as the scenic beauty is quite mesmerizing.

Best time to visit: Autumn season is the perfect time to visit this place.

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54 Traditions

54 Traditions is a wonderful outlet that is famous for its textile goods. The items available at 54 Traditions are worth a buy. You will experience a good cultural feed at this outlet which is quite inspiring. The amazing collection of fabric and textile materials at 54 Traditions is famous in the city of Hanoi. The local crowd admires this destination which is also a museum. You will require a patient time to explore the beauty of 54 Traditions. You will need to hire a guide in order to learn about the various products availabl at 54 Traditions. This destination is perfect for family outings if you are in Hanoi. Prefer public transport to reach this place as parking might be an issue.

Location: 30 Hang Bun, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi,Vietnam

Highlights: Do check out the cloth textiles that are prepared by Vietnamese artists.

Best time to visit: The evening time is perfect to pay a visit.

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Hoa Fashion

Hoa Fashion is one of the most renowned fashion stores in Hanoi. You can access a large variety of tailored goods at this outlet. Hoa Fashion will surely impress you with its fine collection of men & women clothing. The fabric along with the tailoring methods at Hoa Fashion is very impressive. If you are searching for quality clothing & accessories then do prefer this store that is located in Tay Ho. Hoa Fashion has grown over the years and is visited by a large crowd in the city. The best part about this store is that, there is a good blend of formal as well as casual clothing at Hoa Fashion. The prices are decent and can be accessed by a major customer population.

Location: No.1 Xuan Dieu | Tay Ho, Hanoi 100000, Vietnam

Highlights: Hoa Fashion is a well managed shop with a supportive staff.

Best time to visit: Prefer the evening time before 6 PM.

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What You Should Know More About Things To Do in Hanoi

  • What are some of the best things to do in Hanoi?

    Some of the things that you can definitely do in Hanoi are:
    Take a local food walking tour
    Attend a show at a puppet theatre
    Go ice skating
    Spend a day at any of the Water Parks
    Attend an Ionah Show
    Watch a show at the famous circus of Hanoi
    Explore history and Hanoi’s culture at any of the museums
    Take part in any of the water sports

  • What all adventure sports can be done in Hanoi?

    There are plenty of adventure activities that can be done in Hanoi such as:
    Hiking
    Climbing Mountains
    Paragliding
    Go Canyoning
    Para sailing
    Backpacking
    Mountain Biking

  • Which are some must try water sports in Hanoi?

    The must-try water sports in Hanoi includes

    • Kayaking
    • Cruising and
    • Scuba diving.

  • What are the most romantic things to do on a honeymoon in Hanoi?

    The most romantic things to do on a honeymoon in Hanoi are:
    Take a romantic cruise to Halong Bay
    Explore the islands of Halong bay together hand in hand.
    See the Halong Bay and the city from an aerial perspective
    Have a romantic culinary evening out.
    Visit one of the beautiful sunset bars and witness the sunset
    Enjoy a Jazz performance together!
    Go bicycling together
    Take a romantic walk hand in hand.
    Go for a couple spa together.

  • Which are best places for scuba diving in Hanoi?

    You can visit Nha Trang as well as Halong Bay to enjoy Scuba Diving in Hanoi. These are the two best places for scuba diving in Hanoi.

  • Which are the famous destinations for river rafting in Hanoi?

    There is only one famous destination for river rafting and that is Halong Bay. So, head to Halong Bay for river rafting in Hanoi.

  • What are the famous hiking trails in Hanoi?

    There are plenty of famous hiking trails available in Hanoi. A list of the top ten amazing hiking trails is:
    Sapa
    Lang Bian Mountain
    Cat Tien National Park
    Ba Be National Park
    Cat Ba National Park
    Mai Chau
    Cuc Phong National Park
    Cao Bang
    Ba Na Hill
    Pu Luong National Park

  • Which are some famous beaches in Hanoi?

    There are no beaches in Hanoi. The closest one is situated at a distance of 116 kilometres. The beaches you can visit close to Hanoi are:
    Bai Chay Beach (Quang Ninh) Bai Chay Beach is located in Quang Ninh Province, around 100km to the Northeast of Hanoi. ...
    Tuan Chau Beach (Ha Long)
    Do Son Beach (Hai Phong)
    Cat Ba Beach (Hai Phong)
    Hai Thinh Beach (Nam Dinh)

  • Which are the famous boating destinations in Hanoi?

    There are plenty of destinations to enjoy boating near Hanoi. The best destinations to undertake this activity in Hanoi are:
    Mekong Delta
    Halong Bay
    Gio Biosphere Reserve
    Cu Chi Tunnels

  • Which are some best cycling trails in Hanoi?

    The best cycling trails in Hanoi are:
    West Lake and Three Bridges
    Bat Trang Ceramic Villages
    Duong Lam Ancient Villages

  • Which are some famous cruises tours in Hanoi?

    Some famous cruise tours in Hanoi are:
    Halong Bay Day Cruise
    Day Tour of the Ancient Binh
    Trang An Bai Dinh Tour
    Lan Ha Bay Tour
    Cong Dam Bai Tu

  • Which are some famous places for snorkeling in Hanoi and how much does it cost?

    Hanoi lies in the vicinity of South China Sea which is extremely beautiful. There are plenty of sites here which are great for snorkelling. The closest places for snorkelling to Hanoi are the following:
    Halong Bay
    Mekong River Delta
    Con Dao Islands
    Phu Quoc Islands
    All of these places charge a rough estimate of 5,25,000 VND for snorkelling.

  • Where can I experience jeep safari in Hanoi?

    You can head to various spots for jeep safari in Hanoi. The places that you can go to are:

    • Saigon
    • Ho Chi Minh City
    • Hoan Kiem District
    • Truong Son Range

  • What are the most happening nightlife experiences in Hanoi?

    1. The most happening nightlife experiences in Hanoi are:
    • Take a heritage walk at night
    • Enjoy the street food at night
    • Enjoy the local beer on tap
    • Catch an orchestra show
    • Enjoy cocktails in the old quarter

  • Which are the pilgrimage sites which are a must visit in Hanoi?

    1. The pilgrimage sites that you must visit in Hanoi are:
    • One Pillar Pagoda
    • Tran Quoc Pagoda
    • Bach Ma Temple
    • Dong Huong Temple
    • Nam Huong Temple
    • Cau Dong Temple
    • Hoe Nhai Pagoda
    • Ba Da Pagoda
    • Ly Quoc Su Pagoda
    • Phu Ung Temple
    • Ngoc Son Temple

  • Which are the best biking routes in Hanoi?

    The best biking routes in Hanoi are:

    • Ho Chi Minh Trail
    • Coastal Road from Quy Nhon To Nha Trang. … CV
    • Back-Road From Cao Bang to Ban Gioc waterfall. ...
    • The road crossing the Rock plateau in Ha Giang. ...
    • Motorbike Ride from Tu Le to Sapa.

  • Which are some famous lakes to visit in Hanoi?

    • Hoan Kiem Lake
    • Thien Quang Lake
    • Truc Bach Lake
    • Turtle Tower
    • West Lake

  • Where is the famous locality for shopping in Hanoi?

    • Dong Xuan Market
    • Hanoi Weekend Night Market
    • Hang Da Market
    • Cho Hom Market
    • Quang Ba Flower Market

  • Which are the best areas to taste the street food in Hanoi?

    The best options for street food in Hanoi are:

    • Pho (Noodle Soup)
    • Pho Bo (Beef Noodle Soup)
    • Pho Ga(Chicken Noodle Soup)
    • Cha Ca(Grilled and Fried Fish with Rice Noodles)
    • Xoi (Sticky Rice)
    • Bun Cha (Grilled Pork and Noodles)
    • Bun Bo Nam Bo (Beef and Noodles)
    • Banh Mi(Baguette Sandwich)
    • Pho Cuon( Rice Noodle Rolls)
    • Pho Chien Phong (Fried Rice Noodles)

  • Which are the best places for day trips from Hanoi?

    • Mai Chau
    • Hoa Lu
    • Bat Trang
    • Tam Coc
    • Huong Pagoda
    • Van Phuc Silk Village
    • Duong Lam Ancient Village
    • Ha Long Bay
    • Ancient Capital Hoa Lu

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