The notebook of Hanoi
Switch from one atmosphere to another without warning.
Around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Hanoi brings together busy trading streets, old courtyards and imperial sites. The ethnology museum opens another window onto Vietnam’s cultures.
At your own pace
Identity summary
2 to 4 days
Spring · Autumn
Possible without car depending on area
City · Heritage
Limited accessibility
Modular rhythm
General presentation
Hanoi
Around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Hanoi brings together busy trading streets, old courtyards and imperial sites. The ethnology museum opens another window onto Vietnam’s cultures.
Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Hoàn Kiếm Lake
- Temple of Literature
- Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long
- Hanoi Old Quarter
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Before you choose
- Check the accesses, reservations and times at the site prior to the visit.
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Lake
Hoàn Kiếm Lake
At the heart of Hanoi, Hoàn Kiếm Lake offers a walk between trees, traffic and small islands. The Turtle Tower shown here stands on an islet in the water.
Heritage
Temple of Literature
Founded in the 11th century, the Temple of Literature has courtyards, gates and pavilions devoted to learning. A visit puts Vietnam’s educational history into a tangible setting.
Heritage
Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long
Thăng Long Citadel preserves gates, remains and archaeological layers from the former centre of power. Its central sector is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Town or village
Hanoi Old Quarter
The Old Quarter streets preserve Hanoi’s trading layout. Shops and markets lead to street food stalls through a dense, lively urban landscape.
Practical tips
This information helps know if the destination matches the planned trip before starting a fuller search.
To go further
More activities
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The nearest destinations
The closest ideas on the map, to extend your trip.
Similar destinations
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