Popular places to visit
Hoan Kiem Lake
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.
Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.
West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Stories from local legends are told at this theater with hand-carved wooden dolls and colorful dragons that perform on a stage on the water.
Things to do
Duong Lam Ancient Village Tour - Experience Rural Vietnam
Duong Lam Ancient Village & Thay Pagoda Private Cultural Day Trip
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour
Hanoi: Transfer to or from Sapa by a VIP Sleeper Bus
Top hotels in Son Tay
JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi
Amazing varieties, room is clean
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hanoi Daewoo Hotel
Room is clean, and reception staff is good and kind. I would like to stay again if I have a chance to go to Hanoi
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
사전에 부탁한 객실을 배당해 주셔서 깔끔하고 고급스러웠고 너무 좋았습니다. 체크인, 체크아웃도 빠르고 좋았구요 실망한 점은, 항상 느끼는 점이지만, 공항에서 도착했을때 도어맨이 없고 짐을 들어 주는 사람도 문을 열어 주는 사람도 한 명 없어 5성급 호텔다운 서비스 결여입니다
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Dolce by Wyndham Hanoi Golden Lake
Staff is excellent
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Diamond Westlake Suites
Peaceful, comfortable and grand in scale. Breakfast is really good with plenty of choice and many items cooked to order. It is a way from the Old / French quarters, but there is a free shuttle bus that runs 4 times a day and Grab fares to and fro are not excessive. Some good local dining options. ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Elegant Suites Westlake
I have stayed at Elegant Suites for many years now and if anything it continues to improve. The facilities including restaurant, gym, swimming pool and spa are uniformly excellent. The gardens are beautiful and Jenny and all of the staff cannot do enough to assist with any query or request. Obviously ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Son Tay
Nam Từ Liêm
While visiting Nam Từ Liêm, you might make a stop by sights like My Dinh National Stadium and Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium.
Mỹ Đình
If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, My Dinh National Stadium and Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium are top sights worth seeing.
Cau Giay
Cau Giay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Indochina Plaza Ha Noi and Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
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.
Quảng An
While visiting Quảng An, you might make a stop by sights like West Lake and Syrena Shopping Center.
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 Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip.
