Văn Miếu Travel Guide

Hanoi

A traditional Chinese pavilion with ornate architecture, surrounded by a stone wall and trees.
A traditional wooden building with ornate railings and a tiled roof.
A woman standing in a stone archway with moss-covered walls and a brick garden.
A graduation ceremony with students in caps and gowns, flags, and traditional architecture.
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Stay near popular Văn Miếu attractions

Temple of Literature

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Five sacred courtyards, each with a unique history, honorary inscriptions and manicured gardens, revere Confucius and the country’s best scholars.
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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 Văn Miếu

Find the best Văn Miếu areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden bridge with red railings leading to a traditional gate with intricate designs and Chinese characters.

Old Quarter

Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

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 Ba Dinh Square or Imperial Citadel of Thang Long might round out your trip.

Văn Miếu Travel Guide