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Hanoi

Between the Old Quarter, French colonial architecture, and seriously good pho: your complete guide to Hanoi.

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Typical street with motorcycles in Hanoi, Vietnam
  1. Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi

    Hanoi Attractions

  2. Lake view from the apartment in the iRest Orange Tay Ho Lakeside Apartment

    Hanoi Hotel Tips

  3. Train in Train Street

    Train Street in Hanoi

Our City Check for Hanoi

  1. Flair

    Vietnam's capital is nostalgic, chaotic, and seriously one of the best food cities in Southeast Asia.

  2. Best time to visit

    October through April brings dry, pleasant weather — the sweet spot for exploring Hanoi.

  3. How long to stay

    Three days is perfect for soaking up the Old Quarter's alleyways, lakes, and street food scene.

  4. Price level

    Very affordable — accommodation and food are among the cheapest you'll find in Southeast Asia.

  5. Food

    Don't leave without trying a bowl of pho and a plate of bun cha — street food doesn't get much better than this.

  6. Getting around

    The Old Quarter is totally walkable. For longer distances, Grab is cheap, reliable, and easy to use.

Destinations Nearby

  1. Notre-Dame in Saigon

    Saigon

  2. Dragon Bridge Da Nang

    Da Nang

  3. View of cute little houses in Hoi An, Vietnam

    Hội An

  4. Cat Cat Village

    Sapa