French Quarter Travel Guide
Hanoi
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Popular places to visit
Hoan Kiem Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Hoan Kiem Lake, a popular spot to commune with nature in Hanoi. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this culturally rich area.
Hanoi Opera House
Enjoy a show at Hanoi Opera House, a popular theatre in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
After visiting St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Learn about the local history of Hanoi when you take a trip to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Train Street
You can take time to visit Train Street during your travels to Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in French Quarter
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Everything about this hotel is fabulous.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Grand Cititel Hanoi Hotel & Spa
Room was small and the shower room and toilet doors were opening to the room touching the floor, making water come to the room's floor. It was not a big problem and not a maintenance issue but how the room was built/designed. Otherwise, service was great - staff were all very helpful and kind; location ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Capella Hanoi
Excellent property but nothing else is good around it. Convenient since it connects you to Fansipas internally. Not much dining options. View given to us from our room was awful. Pool is amazing.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Aurora Oriental Hotel
Excellent
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
La Sinfonía del Rey Hotel & Spa
Staff all are very nice
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Jacosmo Hotel & Spa
Best in every category! Stayed for 7 nights. Nice, large, clean family room and an outstanding staff that was helpful in every way! Set us up with great tours! Breakfast was amazing!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter
Trang Tien
If you're spending some time in Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Lake and Trang Tien Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Hoan Kiem
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Hanoi Municipal Party Committee – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
Hang Bac
While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.
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.
Hàng Bài
Hàng Bài might not have many top sights, but Hoan Kiem Lake and Vietnam Women's Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
