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Hanoi, Vietnam
Show MapOne of the few things which has remained unchanged in Hanoi during its more than 1,000 year old history is its capital city status. The architecture in Vietnam's present day national capital and second most populous city is a unique blend of East and West. Many of Hanoi's ancient temples were first built when the city was under Chinese rule, while French colonial structures are the most obvious reminders of Hanoi's French Indochina era.
Ever since the end of Vietnam's Communist era more than two decades ago, Hanoi has been one of Southeast Asia's most rapidly developing cities, even though it is not quite as sprawling as Ho Chi Minh City. Tourists have become familiar sights in this popular back-packer base, and it does not usually take long to find locals who are willing to help out and practise their English.
There is a tourist information centre north of Hoan Kiem Lake as well as self-help interactive information booths throughout the Old Quarter, where most Hanoi tourist attractions are found. A Hanoi walking tour can easily be done around the compact Old Quarter, which is situated close to Hoan Kiem Lake’s north side.
The Old Quarter is a picturesque area whose streets were designed to look like ancient Beijing hutongs. The Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre holds performances twice per day at the Old Quarter, which also happens to be Hanoi's main shopping, nightlife, and expat district.
The other important body of water in this 'city of lakes,' West Lake, shares its name with the district of Tay Ho. The embalmed body of North Vietnam's former leader Ho Chi Minh is laid to rest in a mausoleum near a square in Ba Dinh, a district on the south side of West Lake. Ho Chi Minh's mausoleum is located near a museum about the life of this national hero and his final home.
The Confucius Temple of Literature, Hanoi, Vietnam's first national university, has educated students in the Dong Da district since 1070. Several significant cultural and educational events still occur at the Temple of Literature's five courtyards. The Vietnam National Museum of Fine Arts, Air Force Museum, and Army Museum are Hanoi's highest ranked museums.
Boating on West Lake is one of the most relaxing activities visitors can do in Hanoi's green spaces, which also include the parks of Ly Thai To and Lenin. Lenin Park, in particular, is well known for its aerobics classes and sports opportunities.
Hanoi's other main lake, Hoan Kiem, is relatively small, but still popular because of its location in the middle of the city. The 18th century Ngoc Son Temple stands on a small island at Hoan Kiem Lake's top end, while the Old Quarter stands on another part of the lake's shoreline. Quan Thanh is an even older lakeside temple which has been located on Truc Bach Lake's shores since the 11th century. An equally impressive Huyen Thien Tran Vo statue has stood near Quan Thanh Temple for more than three centuries.
Hanoi Activities [36]
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18 Holes Golf Game at Chi Linh Star Golf and Country Cl...
Hanoi, Vietnam
Take in a day of golf at one of the most amazing golf courses in Viet Nam. The Chi Linh Star Golf and Country Club, only 68 kilometre east of Ha Noi w...
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US$197.20 / pax
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Half Day Hanoi Culinary Experience
Hanoi, Vietnam
Getting to know the food is also a great way to learn about the country. Vietnamese food is a large part of the culture. It is healthy, simple to cook...
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US$118.80 / pax
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Interactive Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam
Getting to know the food is also a great way to learn about the country. Vietnamese food is a large part of the culture. It is healthy, simple to cook...
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US$91.20 / pax
Hanoi Attractions [6]
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Admission to Hoa Lo Prison Museum
Hanoi, Vietnam
Located at the centre of Ha Noi capital, Hoa Lo prison historical relic is the testimony of a period of the fighting movements. It is a symbol of the...
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US$0.70 / pax
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A Day of Cruising Along the Halong Bay
Hanoi, Vietnam
Spend your day of relaxation while you take a private cruise in one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Site. Discover the beauty of Halong Bay and visit some...
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US$46.90 / pax
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Halong Bay Overnight Cruise 2 Day 1 Night
Hanoi, Vietnam
Day 1: 08h00 – 08h30: Pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old quarter and start the scenic route to Halong Bay. 12h30 – 13h00: Embark Halong Bay 3 star Cr...
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US$149.60 / pax
Hanoi Culture [159]
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Tour to Bai Dinh Pagoda and Trang An Landscape
Ninh Binh, Vietnam
Located behind a range of limestone mountains in Gia Sinh Commune, Gia Vien District, Ninh Binh Province, the site with construction lying about in di...
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Half-day Sightseeing Tour around Hanoi
Hanoi, Vietnam
During your visit to Hanoi, one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive cities, you’ll intermingle with the local people on this private tour with a knowl...
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US$57.50 / pax
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Cyclo Tour and Water Puppet Show
Hanoi, Vietnam
A private sightseeing around the beautiful city of Hanoi, Vietnam! This city maintains 2,000 well-preserved cultural, architectural and historical s...
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Hanoi Shopping [9]
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Full-day Tour to Hoa Lu and Tam Coc Landscape
Ninh Binh, Vietnam
Hoa Lu is some 110km or 2.5 hours bus from Hanoi. Located near the Ninh Binh city, Hoa Lu is the site of a 10th-century capital of an ancient Vietname...
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Rose & Vietnamese Cooking Class
Hanoi, Vietnam
Would you like to be able to return home from your time in Vietnam, to dazzle your family and friends with mouth-watering delicacies like Green Papaya...
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US$29.90 / pax
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Hanoi By Night Tour in Vietnam with street food
Hanoi, Vietnam
Instead of sitting at hotel's lobby reading magazines or sealing yourself in your room, just spending few hours to explore the exclusiveness and diffe...
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Hanoi Sightseeing [139]
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Evening Tour with Cyclo and Water Puppet Show
Hanoi, Vietnam
The tour guide will pick you at your hotel in the Old Quarter at about 19:00 and then you will get a cyclo to Hoan Kiem Lake, one of the major scenic...
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US$52.70 / pax
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Half-day Ao Dai Photography Tour with Cyclo Transfers
Hanoi, Vietnam
The Vietnamese traditional “Ao Dai” is one of the most elegant and beautiful long dresses for women. It is a one piece, close-fitting blouse with long...
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Full-day Buddhism Pilgrimage at Perfume Pagoda with Tra...
Hanoi, Vietnam
In the morning (exact time will be advised upon reconfirmation), you will be picked- up at your hotel and then on a comfortable A/C bus, heading West...
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Hanoi Tours [161]
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Evening Food Tour with Local Transportation
Hanoi, Vietnam
From the early of 2015, we started our mission – to introduce the Vietnam local flavor to the world and help tourists to “eat like a true Vietnamese”...
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US$22.40 / pax
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Half-day Cooking Class of Northern Cuisine with Transfe...
Hanoi, Vietnam
You will be picked up by the driver at your hotel and transferred to the cooking class (the exact pick-up time will be advised upon reconfirmation). L...
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US$55.80 / pax
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Full-day Wego Cruise around Halong Bay with Transfer Se...
Hanoi, Vietnam
Located in the South East of Tuan Chau Harbor, Bo Hon Archipelago offers an striking bizarre scenery among 1690 islands & islets of World natural heri...
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Hanoi Transport [15]
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One-way Private Transfer from Noi Bai Airport to Hotels...
Hanoi, Vietnam
Whether going to Noi Bai Airport to catch a flight or just got landed at the airport to reach your hotel outside Hanoi City. This one-way private tran...
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US$26.90 / pax
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One-way Private Transfer from Noi Bai Airport to Hotel...
Hanoi, Vietnam
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, avoid the hassle of public transportation and taxi lines as your friendly and professional driver will...
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US$17.99 / pax
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One-way Private Transfer From Hanoi Train Station to Ha...
Hanoi, Vietnam
Whether going to Hanoi Train Station to catch a ride or just got arrive at the train station to explore Hanoi. This one-way private transfer lets you...
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US$10.20 / pax
Hanoi Wellness [10]
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90-minute Spa Experience with Transfer Services
Hanoi, Vietnam
You will be picked-up by the driver at your hotel in Hanoi and transferred to the Spa for a great relaxing time with professional treatment. The staff...
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US$72.80 / pax
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A Truly Satisfying Spa Experience in Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi, Vietnam
Don't let body pains ruin your Hanoi vacation, get a soothing massage at a spa. With a tranquil ambiance and professional service, expect nothing but...
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US$60.00 / pax
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Offer : A Truly Satisfying Spa Experience in Hanoi, Vi...
Hanoi, Vietnam
Don't let body pains ruin your Hanoi vacation, get a soothing massage at a spa. With a tranquil ambiance and professional service, expect nothing but...
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Things to do with kids in Hanoi [4]
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2 Days with the Locals: Cross Culture Experience
Hanoi, Vietnam
Getting tired of your everyday routines? Try this inter-cultural package where you will be hosted by one of the locals of Hanoi, Vietnam. Breakaway fr...
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US$43.10 / pax
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Hello Vietnam 12 days
Hanoi, Vietnam
Duration: 12 days Destinations: Hanoi-Halong Bay–Hue-Hoi An-Saigon-Cu Chi-Mekong Delta Tour style: Vietnam Culture Tours Trip starting: From Hanoi...
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US$197.10 / PPPN
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Classic Vietnam 9 days
Hanoi, Vietnam
Starting from Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, you will explore and have a wonderful overnight in the World Natural Heritage Site Halong Bay on a deluxe...
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US$210.89 / PPPN
Where to eat in Hanoi [22]
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Hanoi Street Food by Night
Hanoi, Vietnam
You will start your Hanoi street food tour at the city’s largest covered market, Dong Xuan. Along the perimeter of the market, dozens of street hawker...
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US$30.00 / pax
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Hanoi Street Food Challenge
Hanoi, Vietnam
Get your taste buds ready as you taste Hanoi's street foods in this tour! Hanoi caters to foodies who likes to eat bizarre delicacies. Take part in t...
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Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour - Sharing group tour
Hanoi, Vietnam
Our guide meets you at your hotel around Old Quarter Hanoi (or at our appointment if you stay far away the Old Quarter). Begin the walking food tour...
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US$21.60 / pax