Top 50 Best Things to Do in Hanoi

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Hoan Kiem Lake is undoubtedly Hanoi's landmark. On a map, its oval shape is nestled within the old town's intricate network of streets and alleys. The Turtle Tower in the center of the lake has appeared in many old photographs and paintings. The Ngoc Son Temple is an important attraction, situated on a small island in the middle of the lake. Its nighttime illumination is quite charming; an entrance fee is required to access the island. A stroll along the lake is pleasant, with shady trees, a gentle breeze, and a tranquil atmosphere.

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So interesting! I’m show it to my friends either! They in good surprise sense! Good culture experience

_TI***0z

It's a nice view, and a fairly good price for what it is. The drinks are all very expensive, of course, but there are some activities available and souvenir photos can be taken on the glass "balcony". The entrance can be tricky to navigate to - it's in the basement section, out of the supermarket area.

不帅不酷又矮没钱的大叔

This is a really nice spot! Not far from Hanoi Train Station, there are many restaurants and bars on both sides of this section of the railway. About ten trains pass by every day! First of all, I definitely recommend going at night for the best view; the neon lights along the entire street are stunning! Secondly, when you go there, you'll see tables and chairs placed on both sides of the railway. You have to buy a beer to sit and wait for the train to pass. However, when the train passes, only the tables and chairs on the shop side remain seated. Those on the other side must leave their seats and pack up their tables. So, remember to choose a seat on the bar side for the best view!

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The experience here is a mix of discovery, and exploration, and a lot of distractions. These 36 streets are perhaps the most well-known part of Hanoi, and have tons of shops and street vendors, selling everything from street drinks and foods, souvenirs, clothing, accommodation, spa services like massages, manicures and pedicures, hair salons, cafes and many others. They are alive almost 24/7 and are at the heart of the city.

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definitely worth visiting and walking down each and every lane and lake side. beautiful cute cozy cafes will cheer you up and so many street sopping you can do here.

Astridintani

You can cover most of their stops in 1hour bus ride (if you choose not to hop off at all and just wanna mainly enjoy the scenes from the bus). We hopped off at the Cathedral stop, it was one of the last few stops of the journey. It was apparently a perfect stop, as it happened to be very close (only 5 mins walking) to the hotel we were staying at, Hoan Kiem District, the heart of all the tourist spots. So if you also stay in Hoan Kiem area and plan to go home straight after the ride, I suggest you hop off at Cathedral Stop, so you can walk home and can save cost by not taking a Grab (online taxi) home. I started my bus ride at 2pm, didn’t hop off at all until stopped at the Cathedral at 3pm ish. All spots were a great choice, audio was clear, the tour guide greeting you at the bottom deck was friendly. All in all, convenient for lazy travellers like me. wear a hat + sunscreen, for sitting at the top deck (bottom deck won’t be worth it, despite the aircon, believe me)

梦中的阿尔及尔

Vietnam and we share the same roots and similar systems. The location here is similar to Tiananmen Square, a very open square with Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum in the center. When I visited, it was under maintenance and I was unable to pay my respects.

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St. Joseph's Cathedral in Hanoi is located in a neighborhood by Hoan Kiem Lake. Two towering, flat-roofed square towers with weathered, blackened facades and a Gothic main structure, at first glance, resemble Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. The magnificent stained-glass windows and the bishop's altar are truly beautiful. The small square in front of the cathedral sees a constant stream of tourists and tour buses coming and going. A sunny day is the best time to visit.

魔都魔男风之助

It's OK. Although it can't be compared with the royal palaces of other countries, it does reflect the characteristics of Vietnam. Especially the exhibition introducing the history of Vietnam, which may be the 50th anniversary of the reunification of Vietnam.