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

8.8/10 (1,039 reviews)
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

฿780
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

฿1,610
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

฿1,221
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

฿600
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

฿636
per adult
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

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

฿334
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
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Top hotels in Văn Miếu

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter Hanoi
The price is ฿1,210 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿1,210
฿1,372 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Train Street are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,649 reviews)
"The staff was extremely helpful. The room was decent size and clean. There is a hospital directly across the street was ambulances coming and going, but it wasn’t as noisy as you would expect. The windows are insulated well. My only complaint would be the lack of hot water in the shower. The water ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
The Hanoi Signature Hotel

The Hanoi Signature Hotel

4 out of 5
95-97 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter Hanoi
The price is ฿1,623 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
฿1,623
฿1,840 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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. ...
The Hanoi Signature Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem Hanoi
The price is ฿2,424 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿2,424
฿2,870 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel

Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel

5 out of 5
36 Lo Su , Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem Ha Noi Hanoi
The price is ฿2,641 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
฿2,641
฿2,853 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and private pools. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (783 reviews)
"The staff was wonderful! Lily did a great job making us feel welcome and planning our trip. The facilities were clean, tidy and an excellent breakfast."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
Melia Hanoi

Melia Hanoi

5 out of 5
44b Ly Thuong Kiet Street Hanoi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,036 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿4,036
฿4,577 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Great hotel. Great rooms. Great spa. Great value. Great location. Love it."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Melia Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh Hanoi
The price is ฿4,251 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿4,251
฿4,821 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,017 reviews)
"Very well appointed boutique hotel"

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
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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 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.

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.

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