Hoan Kiem 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.

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.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Get tickets for a show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, a popular theatre in Hanoi. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.

Dong Xuan Market
During your trip to Hanoi, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Dong Xuan Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Hoan Kiem

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Notre famille vient juste de revenir d'un voyage de trois semaines au Vietnam et en Chine, où nous avons séjourné à l'Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel à Hanoï et dans quelques grands hôtels de chaîne 5 étoiles en Chine. Sans aucun doute, notre expérience à l'Hanoi Indochine Premium a été la meilleure. ...
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Highly recommend
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
The rooms met our expectations and the staff was so kind.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Ottima posizione nella città vecchia - in centro! Personale dell'hotel davvero cordiale, che si prendeva cura di te! Grande varietà per la colazione!
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Das Frühstück im Hotel ist schön, besonders die Pho, die sehr geschmackvoll und lecker ist. Das Hotel liegt im Altstadtviertel, wo viele lokale Restaurants und Sehenswürdigkeiten zu Fuß erreichbar sind.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
We had a very nice stay here at this hotel. Everyone was so supportive and friendly. The room is cozy, fully equipped, and the staff even offered us welcoming drinks and fruits when we came to the hotel earlier than check in time. Breakfast was awesome, especially the dessert.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hoan Kiem

Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.

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.

Trang Tien
If you're spending some time in Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem Lake and Trang Tien Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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 Vietnam Revolution Museum might round out your trip.

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

Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.
