Things to do & places to visit in Hanoi, Vietnam

The charming Vietnamese capital has aged well, preserving the Old Quarter, monuments and colonial architecture, while making room for modern developments alongside. Hanoi may have shrugged off several former names, including Thang Long, or "ascending dragon," but it hasn't forgotten its past, as sites such as Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and Hoa Lo Prison attest. Lakes, parks, shady boulevards and more than 600 temples and pagodas add to the appeal of this city, which is easily explored by taxi.

Hanoi #2 destination in Vietnam 2023. The average rating score is 4.37 based on 124.5k traveler reviews, of 82 attractions. Timezone: Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh, current date and time: Monday, May 13, 2024, 8:14.

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Top things to do (43)

• Coffee & Tea Tours
• Thermal Spas
• Shopping Malls
• Theatre & Performances
• Points of Interest & Landmarks
• Historical & Heritage Tours
• Bridges
• Hiking & Camping Tours
• Fashion Shows & Tours
• Observation Decks & Towers
• Neighborhoods
• Historic Walking Areas
• Photography Tours
• Sports Camps & Clinics
• Nature & Wildlife Tours
• Bike Tours
• Sightseeing Tours
• Cultural Tours
• Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
• City Tours
• History Museums
• Military Museums
• Art Museums
• Taxis & Shuttles
• Adrenaline & Extreme Tours
• Historic Sites
• Speciality Museums
• Bodies of Water
• Walking Tours
• Theaters
• Boat Tours
• Cooking Classes
• Day Trips
• Paint & Pottery Studios
• Private Tours
• Night Tours
• Observatories & Planetariums
• Motorcycle Tours
• Multi-day Tours
• Spas
• Eco Tours
• Shopping Tours
• Religious Sites

Upcoming events in Hanoi 1

Date	Event	Location	Price	Category
Sat Jun 15 2024 at 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm (GMT+07:00)	Traders Fair 2024 - Vietnam, Hanoi, 15 JUN (Financial Education Event)	Hanoi	Starts at USD 0	Festivals

Top places to visit (30 attractions) view more »

1. 5.0 Serene Spa (2.091 reviews)
   - Truly serene spa in the busy streets of Hanoi
   Monday: 9:30 AM - 10:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Spas • Thermal Spas
   
   
   Serene Spa makes use of natural herbal remedies and an ancient tradition, passed on for generations, to ensure its guests are getting the attention and care they deserve. The spa consists of several private rooms, speciality suites and state of the art treatment and hydro speciality facilities. Indulge yourself and get treated by massage therapists with an eye for detail. See more..
   
2. 5.0 Apron Up Cooking Class (2.045 reviews)
   - Fantastic hosts and great food
   Spent More than 3 hours Cooking Classes
   
   
   Apron Up Cooking Class is the place for you. Here you will get the family handed- down recipes and tips which cannot be found in books or else where. More over, you will be inspired to cooking by the enthusiastic and energetic people here. See more..
   
3. 5.0 Lessence De La Vie Spa (1.584 reviews)
   - Excellent Massage and body wrap
   Monday: 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas
   
   
   Lessence De La Vie Spa has been created for your complete relaxation, where tranquility prevails throughout the exquisite, elegant, and soothing architectural design. Unwind in your own personal sanctuary and discover the ultimate space for your total well-being. Soothe the stress of modern life away and surrender to ancient healing rituals of fragrant oils, aromatic herbs and spices. See more..
   
4. 5.0 La Spa (1.493 reviews)
   - Fabulous massage thank you!
   Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Spas
   
   
   For pampering time our La Siesta Spa is located in its own building next to the hotel. With 6 treatment rooms and a wide range of therapies including saunas and herbal baths we know we have something for everyone. See more..
   
5. 5.0 Go Asia Travel (1.418 reviews)
   - Wonderful experience in Ha Long Bay
   Monday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Taxis & Shuttles • Boat Tours • Day Trips
   
   
   The tour guide cares about every passenger during the tour.They care about the safety of every passenger. There is also a detailed introduction to Vietnam and Halong Bay on the way to Halong Bay. The whole tour arrangement can also enjoy the beauty of Halong Bay. In Ti Tốp Đỉnh núi Đảo we saw beautiful halong bay scenery after ascend to the top.This plaec can enjoy the view and beach both. In Hang Luồn we visit by canoe.It's a very special experience and good to take photo. In Hang Sửng Sốt we saw spectacular views inside the cave.The tour guide also introduces the story of each stalactite in detail. We enjoyed the slight sea breeze and beer on the boat, very comfortable. Meal arrangements are also cater for vegetarians. And the most important thing is there are no mandatory consumption in tour. It is highly recommended to join such a tour group, which can save a lot of time and enjoy high quality service See more..
   
6. 5.0 La Belle Vie Spa (1.214 reviews)
   - Lovely, calming experience!
   Monday: 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas
   
   
   The La Bella Spa Group provides the exclusive spa experience with treatments created by harmoniously blending the best oriental techniques and Vietnam herbal secrets. Every special treatment of our extraordinary spa brings you the best experiences and sensations that you have never enjoyed before. Relax in harmony and purity at La Belle Spa Group! You can enjoy superior service in the privacy of your own treatment room. We have developed our highly skilled Spa Therapists who will leave you feeling totally relaxed and free to recover your inner self with our delicate scent of aromatherapy oil and subtle herbs. Every journey starts with a signature tea and a herbal foot ritual. This is a part of La Bella Spa Group to demonstrate oriental culture and we offer an extensive range of innovative treatments which ensure an exceptional spa experience tailored to suit your individual desires. See more..
   
7. 5.0 L'essence Spa (1.131 reviews)
   - Best Massage In A While
   Monday: 9:00 AM - 10:30 PM Spent 2-3 hours Spas
   
   
   Lessence Spa has been created for your complete relaxation, where tranquility prevails throughout the exquisite, elegant, and soothing architectural See more..
   
8. 5.0 Authentic Bat Trang (931 reviews)
   - Handmade ceramics shop
   Monday: 8:30 AM - 11:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Paint & Pottery Studios
   
   
   We bring the oldest ceramics village of Bat Trang to you right in the heart of Hanoi's old quarter, at 115 Hang Gai, Hang gai, Hoan Kiem. Here you will find a wide selection of authentic Bat Trang ceramics for sale. You can even join a pottery class conducted by an experienced teacher, in a small group setting. For $35, you can learn the basics of pottery and you can take home your very own creation. See more..
   
9. 5.0 Vietnam Luxury Golf Tours (208 reviews)
   - Dalat Golf Tour
   Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sports Camps & Clinics
   
   
   My group of 8 golfers booked a golf package for Dalat with Vietnam Luxury Golf Tours and we enjoyed it thoroughly. Dalat is a beautiful city of 300,000 people who are lucky to enjoy cool and pleasant weather all year round. No wonder the city is known as the valley of love and romance with flowers blooming all year round. We came primarily for the golf and the 3 golf courses did not disappoint at all. Overall they are beautiful courses surrounded by natural landscape and their layouts are challenging and often demanding. It is enjoyable golf. Miss Phuong of Vietnam Luxury Golf Tours arranged the whole package and she was really helpful and efficient in answering our queries and meeting our requirements. She is great to deal with and I strongly recommend her without reservations for your golf tours See more..
   
10. 5.0 Vietnam Travel Expert (150 reviews)
    - Unforgettable experiences
    Monday: 6:00 AM - 11:30 PM Bike Tours • Walking Tours • Motorcycle Tours • Day Trips
    
    
    One of the best holiday destinations we have are had and certainly a delight post long COVID restrictions. We engaged them for 4 days covering Halong bay, Ninh Binh, Street food tour and Hanoi City tour. Great guide Ly who met us with such warmth and an ever lasting smile that we insisted she stays for the entire 4 days with us. She is very knowledgeable of the locations and always happy to adjust the itinerary based on your needs. She really made this trip one that we will always remember with fondness and smile. Absolutely recommend using Vietnam travel experts and ask for Ly See more..
    
11. 5.0 Asia Private Holidays (70 reviews)
    - Great Cultural Experience
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Cultural Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Photography Tours
    
    
    A very well-planned trip with our tour guide D and the driver Mr. Thet. The rides from place to place were quite daunting to me as I felt kinda sick but the trip was totally amazing. My brother and I were going to travel by ourselves but then decided to go on this guided tour which was more costly but really convenient and comfortable. We were pleased to set foot on the golden triangle, it was incredible to stand on the boundary of three countries. We also got to visit the friendly tribe villages and busy local markets. The nature in Chiang Mai is stunning with the waterfall, national park,... everything is just awesome. Our meals were taken care of and suited our taste, the accommodation was on point. I only wish I could go on this tour without being sick. Anyhow, I would recommend this tour for the excellent services and the knowledge about culture and history. See more..
    
12. 5.0 Vietnam Moon Travel (69 reviews)
    - Perfect and well planned
    Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Warmly welcome to Ha Noi - the commercial, political, cultural heart witnessing the grandiose activities of the country. Throughout the thousand year history, marked by destruction, wars and natural calamities, Ha Noi still preserves the Old Quarter and over 600 pagodas and temples. We also find out the diversity of 54 ethnic groups in Viet Nam Ethnology Museum, which is both a research centre See more..
    
13. 5.0 Timeline Coffee (58 reviews)
    - Amazing Coconut Coffee
    Coffee & Tea Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals
    
    
    We’ve been visiting this cute cafe during our stay in the Hanoi, Old Quarter. I would highly recommend coming to this place if you love Vietnamese coffee (must try the coconut cold coffee) or just sip in chilled beer. We really fell in love with the ambiance, soothing color theme and amazing hospitality. Go for the balcony seating esp.during the weekends as some local bands usually perform on this street. See more..
    
14. 5.0 Tonkin Spa (15 reviews)
    - Excellent Tharapy
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM Spas
    
    
    Tonkin Spa Discover the Vietnamese Traditional Therapy Tonkin Spa treatments showcase traditional Vietnamese wellness culture, using natural botanical and herbal products. Experience the ultimate fusion of health and relaxation in a protected privacy. Refresh yourself with spa treatment, traditional herbal therapy, herbal steam therapy, body scrub, body wrap, facials and signature journeys for whole new holistic experience. After the treatment, savor Tonkin fruit See more..
    
15. 5.0 Good Health Travel (15 reviews)
    - How I love vietnamese food
    Monday: 5:00 AM - 9:30 AM Multi-day Tours • Private Tours • Day Trips
    
    
    How great experience it is! The stuffed vietnamese pancake is excellent. I and my family love "Pho" and " bun cha"( vietnamese kebab rice noodle) as well. The Guy who guide us is really nice and hospitality. We really love the time in HN with him. See more..
    
16. 5.0 Ansa Spa (11 reviews)
    - Massage
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Spas
    
    
    With only one establishment in Hanoi, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, ANSA SPA found itself a location located in a small street Yen Hoa - Yen Phu - Tay Ho. Although it is only a few minutes drive from the center of Hoan Kiem Lake, this place is quiet and peaceful in front of the cool West Lake. It is suitable as a place for you to relax, de-stress, take care of your health and beauty in the hustle and bustle of urban life. See more..
    
17. 5.0 ETG VIETNAM DAILY TOURS (8 reviews)
    - My family's job is to prepare the luggage. The rest of the world we let the ETG vietnam travel team take care of ....
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Shopping Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Taxis & Shuttles • Eco Tours • Night Tours • Self-Guided Tours & Rentals • Photography Tours
    
    
    It's great to experience a vacation with my family at 5* Aqua of the seas yacht. Thank you team of travel company ETG Vietnam travel. You are very enthusiastic and caring. The yacht couldn't be better..My children love Ha Long Bay very much. and we will be back. Thanks.. See more..
    
18. 5.0 Cooking with Ly (6 reviews)
    - Wonderful!
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Cooking Classes
    
    
    Unfortunately, after the Covid pandemic, I had to close my restaurant and so I now cook at home and provide meals to my customers in Hanoi to enjoy at home. I also teach a cooking class where you can learn to make traditional Vietnamese foods. All of my ingredients are super fresh and prepared in a clean environment. See more..
    
19. 5.0 Green Tours International (1 review)
    - Khách sạn sang trọng
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Private Tours • Day Trips
    
    
    Tôi đi dự hội nghị chỉ một đêm. Trải nghiệm không nhiều nhưng ấn tượng bới dịch vụ khách hàng của resort, đúng là xứng đáng dịch vụ 5 sao đầu tiên của Đà Nẵng.
    Hôm qua cũng được các bạn sắp xếp nhận phòng sớm. Phòng view nhìn ra hồ bơi rất mát.
    Mùa hè sẽ là thời gian thuận lợi để đi du lịch nên mọi người có thể sắp xếp thời gian để đi cùng gia đình là tuyệt vời. See more..
    
20. 5.0 juan’s tailor (1 review)
    - May đo tại Juan’s Tailor
    Monday: 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM Day Trips
    
    
    Tôi đã may Suit ở đây, thực sự là một trải nghiệm tuyệt vời, từ kiểu dáng, chất lượng đường may và thái độ phục vụ của nhân viên See more..
    
21. 5.0 Ansa Spa (1 review)
    - Situated in a very picturesque area on the outskirts of Westlake, really nice setting and a very nice place to enjoy a relaxing
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM Spas
    
    
    Very good and professional massage, lovely ambience and went away feeling completely revigurated, would definitely recommend this place on the outskirts of Westlake. See more..
    
22. 5.0 Pu Luong Excursions, simply for mountain lovers (1 review)
    - Off beat tracking
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM City Tours • Multi-day Tours • Bike Tours • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Day Trips
    
    
    Two days tracking from Hanoi to Pu Luong with staying in Pu Luong Retreat : very good organised, in company of a very good speaking english guide. See more..
    
23. 4.5 Old Quarter (28.5k reviews) from $10.00
    - A journey on the line in between the Ages
    Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Neighborhoods • Historic Walking Areas
    
    
    Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter comprises nearly 40 streets packed with shops selling all kinds of goods, each street named for its primary good or service. See more..
    
24. 4.5 Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) (13.6k reviews) from $10.00
    - Great Strolls Around the Lake
    Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent More than 3 hours Bodies of Water
    
    
    A rare breed of turtle enjoys this popular lake almost as much as countless locals and tourists. Hoan Kiem Lake is a dynamic daily tableau, from morning walks amid locals doing exercises on the shore, to young couples water-gazing on park benches, to the multiple shopping and sight-seeing opportunities in the vicinity. Centrally located in the city, Hoan Kiem Lake serves as a massive home base, and provides endless people-watching and recreational opportunities on the edge of the Old Quarter. See more..
    
25. 4.5 Temple of Literature & National University (11.0k reviews) from $10.00
    - Must-see Hanoi site!
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Religious Sites
    
    
    Our guide took us to the Temple of Literature, and we did not know quite what to expect. But WOW! What an amazing place to visit! Beautiful paths keep leading you deeper and deeper into inner courtyards where every statue and building tells a story of education and learning in Vietnam. Although there were many school groups visiting on the day we went, it did not feel too crowded because the grounds are expansive. Get a good guide and be sure to visit when in Hanoi! Allow at least one hour. Our favorite site in Hanoi. Enjoy! See more..
    
26. 4.5 Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (6.591 reviews) from $10.00
    - Rich Cultural Heritage & Unique Customs
    Monday: Spent 1-2 hours History Museums
    
    
    Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is a unit under Vietnam Academy of Scocial Sciences. Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is both a research centre and a public museum exhibiting the ethnic groups of Vietnam. The mission of the Museum is scientific research, collection, documentation, conservation, exhibition and preserving the cultural and historic patrimony of the nation's different ethnic groups. The museum also serves to guide research, conservation, and technology that are specific to the work of an ethnographic museum. See more..
    
27. 4.5 Vietnamese Women's Museum (5.239 reviews)
    - Vietnamese Woman's Museum
    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
    
    
    Focused on the contribution of women to Vietnam's history and culture, this museum highlights their roles in Vietnam's many military conflicts as well as in commerce, including features on female street vendors, women's role in the family, and more recently, single mothers in Vietnam. See more..
    
28. 4.5 Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat) (1.107 reviews)
    - A fabulous art museum
    Monday: Art Museums
    
    
    This museum was opened in 1966. Though in need of updating, some interesting artifacts are on display in its three floors organized chronologically. See more..
    
29. 4.5 Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural (645 reviews)
    - Guinness world record
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    The ceramic wall is about 6 kms long and was the idea of Nguyen Thu Thuy in order to hide the dykes. The ceramics come from Bat Trang, the pottery village about 10 kms away. The idea was to complete it for the Hanoi millennium in 2010, and it depicts scenes from the history of Vietnam: Phùng Nguyên culture; Đông Sơn culture; Lý dynasty; Trần dynasty; Lê dynasty and Nguyễn dynasty. It is in the record books as the longest ceramic wall. See more..
    
30. 4.5 Lotte Observation Deck (302 reviews)
    - Fantastic view…
    Monday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Spent More than 3 hours Observation Decks & Towers • Observatories & Planetariums
    
    
    The Lotte Observation Deck is on the 65F, 267m high from the ground with large space.We have the Photo Zone in B1F, the Photo Counter and the Photo at Skywalk in the 65F so you can taking and buying photo, including photo frame. The Media Gallery is exciting, including Inner U&I machine to test the romantic degree for couple. We also have the Lotteria and Angel In Us Coffee See more..