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City guide · Vietnam

Hanoi

Old Quarter chaos and Vietnam's finest street food.

See the year in Hanoi ↓

Street food · Old Quarter · French colonial · Halong Bay gateway

When to visit.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

01What to seeVan Mieu, Temple of LiteratureExplore →
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Van Mieu, Temple of Literature

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Văn Miếu, literally translated as Temple of Literature, is a temple dedicated to Confucius in Hanoi, northern Vietnam.

02What to seeImperial Citadel of Thang LongExplore →
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Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

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The Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long is a complex of historic buildings associated with the history of Vietnam located in the centre of Hanoi, Vietnam.

03What to seeHo Chi Minh MausoleumExplore →
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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

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The President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a mausoleum which serves as the resting place of Vietnamese revolutionary leader and President Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi, Vietnam.

04What to seeBa Ðình SquareExplore →
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Ba Ðình Square

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Ba Đình Square is the name of a square in Hanoi where president Ho Chi Minh read the Proclamation of Independence of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam on September 2, 1945.

05What to seePresidential Palace of VietnamExplore →
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Presidential Palace of Vietnam

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The Presidential Palace of Vietnam, located in the city of Hanoi, currently is the official residence of the president of Vietnam and the seat of the presidential office.

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Hanoi: a crowded night food street in the Old Quarter
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Hanoi: the twin-towered St Joseph's Cathedral lit at night
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a crowded night food street in the Old Quarter

the twin-towered St Joseph's Cathedral lit at night

Month by month

Hanoi, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

March in Hanoi

Hanoi in March. One of the best months to visit Hanoi. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).

April in Hanoi

Hanoi in April. One of the best months to visit Hanoi. Typical daytime highs around 84°F (29°C).

October in Hanoi

Hanoi in October. One of the best months to visit Hanoi. Typical daytime highs around 82°F (28°C).

November in Hanoi

Hanoi in November. One of the best months to visit Hanoi. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).

Make a plan

Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

Fly into Noi Bai International (HAN).

Know before you go

  • Eat bun cha and egg coffee, both perfected here.
  • Cross the street slowly and steadily, and the scooters flow around you.
  • Halong Bay and Sapa are the classic add-ons.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Hanoi?

The best time to visit Hanoi is Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov, in Vietnam.

Where is Hanoi?

Hanoi is in Vietnam. The nearest major airport is Noi Bai International (HAN).

What is Hanoi known for?

Old Quarter chaos and Vietnam's finest street food.

More places to explore

Explore these places for a longer trip. Distances are straight line; check the route and travel time before planning an outing.

Hanoi: the Turtle Tower glowing on Hoan Kiem Lake at night
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the Turtle Tower glowing on Hoan Kiem Lake at night