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.
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.
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.
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.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
Dong Xuan Market
Browse hundreds of stalls in Hanoi’s biggest marketplace in the heart of the Old Quarter.
Things to do
Vietnam : The Quintessence of Tonkin Show Ticket in Hanoi
Duong Lam Ancient Village Tour - Experience Rural Vietnam
Duong Lam Ancient Village & Thay Pagoda Private Cultural Day Trip
Top hotels in Son Tay
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
Yes
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi
staff , service, room, and hotel ambiance was amazing
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 by IHG
I enjoyed staying at Intercontinental Hanoi Landmark72. The staffs are very nice and helpful, the room is clean and always feeling fresh with fill-full amenities everyday during my stay. Excellent breakfast service with high quality of food. Set Menu for dinner with a group of 9 pax is excellence. ...
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
L7 WEST LAKE HANOI By LOTTE HOTELS
Friendly staff, great breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025
Hanoi Daewoo Hotel
I did not take it
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Dolce by Wyndham Hanoi Golden Lake
Good
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Son Tay
Mỹ Đình
If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium 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.
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.
Quảng An
While visiting Quảng An, you might make a stop by sights like West Lake and Syrena Shopping Center.
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.
Ninh Môn
While Ninh Môn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Thanh Chuong Viet Palace and BRG Legend Hill Golf Resort.
