Old Quarter Travel Guide

Hanoi

Hanoi featuring street scenes
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes
Hang Gai Street featuring cycling as well as an individual female
Old Quarter
Ngoc Son Temple showing a bridge as well as an individual female

Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(160 reviews)

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.

Hoan Kiem Lake
St. Joseph Cathedral showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4/5(117 reviews)

At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre which includes theatre scenes, interior views and performance art

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Hanoi Old City Gate which includes night scenes and street scenes

Quan Chuong Gate

4.5/5(82 reviews)

The attractive shape of the only city gate remaining in Hanoi harks back to a time when the city was under siege.

Quan Chuong Gate
Dong Xuan Market showing markets, a city and street scenes

Dong Xuan Market

4/5(113 reviews)

Browse hundreds of stalls in Hanoi’s biggest marketplace in the heart of the Old Quarter.

Dong Xuan Market
Ta Hien Street

Ta Hien Street

During your visit to Hanoi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ta Hien Street. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Ta Hien Street

Things to do

The Huc Bridge - Hanoi City

Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

฿434
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

฿599
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit
Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu

Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu

฿1,570
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu
Luxury bus Hanoi to Halong

Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive

฿598
per adult
Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive
2-Day Da Nang - Ba Na Hills - Hoian Tour

Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & Cable Car Ride With Transfer

฿3,341
per adult
Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & Cable Car Ride With Transfer
La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay

La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay (Expressway- Limousine)

฿2,506
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay (Expressway- Limousine)
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Top hotels in Old Quarter

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is ฿1,701 per night from 18 May to 19 May
฿1,701
฿1,929 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,241 reviews)
"It is located at the old quarter and is accessible to all like food stalls, coffee shops, fruits along the street and Bahn Mi everywhere…♥️♥️♥️ The rooms are cozy and huge. Our breakfast was yummy aside from the array of food lining up in the buffet table, they have other menu that you can order ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,600 reviews)
"Very helpful in organising bus for us to Sa Pa for next morning. They rushed to get us some early breakfast before 6:30am, which was greatly appreciated. Very nice, clean and perfect location (right inside the old quarter). We can reach anywhere by walking. Staffs are friendly and helpful whenever ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

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Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi, vietnam
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,030 reviews)
"This is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of the old quarter. With the most friendly accommodating staff."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

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L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,518 per night from 29 May to 30 May
฿3,518
฿3,989 total
includes taxes & fees
29 May - 30 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (766 reviews)
Just falling short of ‘luxury’
"This is a really nice hotel. It’s in a great location in the Old Town - a totally chaotic location, but in all the right ways. Unfortunately we were disappointed with our Luxury Suite. It was on one of the first floors and looked out onto a concrete wall. There is no way this can be considered luxury. ..."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is ฿8,172 per night from 7 May to 8 May
฿8,172
฿9,267 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice property. Expect to pay more for the lodging."

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
The Oriental Jade Hotel
The Oriental Jade Hotel
5 out of 5
No. 92-94 Hang Trong Str., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Quarter

Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Bac

While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.

Hang Bac
Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Dao

While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square.

Hang Dao
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Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ta Hien Street and Bach Ma Temple while you're in town.

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Trong
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Hàng Bồ

While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.

Hàng Bồ
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem

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