Old Quarter Travel Guide

Hanoi

A street scene with a restaurant named "HN Tropical Cafe" and several parked motorcycles.
A street lined with colorful paper lanterns, parked motorcycles, and traditional buildings.
A street scene with a woman riding a bicycle loaded with bags and a basket.
A historic gate with traditional architecture, a no parking sign, and a motorcycle parked nearby.
A wooden bridge with red railings leading to a traditional gate with intricate designs and Chinese characters.

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A traditional temple with a dragon roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a calm lake.

Hoan Kiem Lake

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Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.
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Things to do

Vietnam Airports Fast Track: Skip The Line On Arrival

Vietnam Airports Fast Track: Skip The Line On Arrival

฿857
per adult
Vietnam Airports Fast Track: Skip The Line On Arrival
Picture 9 for Activity Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

฿1,508
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

฿1,207
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour
Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

฿630
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit
Hanoi Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿629
per adult
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
SAPA Less-Touristy Route & Local Experience with Sinh Family

SAPA Less-Touristy Route & Local Experience with Sinh Family

฿1,281
per adult
SAPA Less-Touristy Route & Local Experience with Sinh Family
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Where to stay in Old Quarter

Find the best Old Quarter areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Quarter
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A red bridge with a wooden walkway leading to a traditional gate.

Hoan Kiem

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

A historic building with traditional architecture, illuminated by artificial lighting at night.

French Quarter

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip.

A cathedral with two tall towers and a large bridge overhead.
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Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.

A serene pond with a white balustrade, surrounded by lush greenery and a traditional house with a tiled roof.

Ba Dinh

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ba Dinh Square might round out your trip.

A serene lakeside scene with a pagoda, palm trees, and a traditional bridge.

Tay Ho

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip.

Old Quarter Travel Guide