Northern Vietnam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Vietnam
Where to stay in Northern Vietnam
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.
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.
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.
Ba Dinh
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip.
Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
Tay Ho
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip.
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Fantastic position, amazing staff and comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
Excellent choice. Located in city center walking to all food, train street, water puppet show, opera house... you get the picture! Staff exceptional... front staff, cleaners, restaurant. Breakfast excellent. Bar4***. Must stay while in Hanoi
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Melia Hanoi
Great hotel and gave us a beautiful suite. Enjoyed our stay will be back
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Oakwood Residence Hanoi
We stayed here for five nights mainly for sight seeing. The property was nice. The staff was friendly. We chose West Lake for quietness. We were disappointed that there was no prior communication about the big construction in front of the hotel - apparently it will go on for a year or more. It was ...
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Fraser Suites Hanoi
Great experience
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
MoonLight Tay Ho
Staff was very nice and easy to talk to. They made airport pick up and drop off smooth. The room was not terrible but some weird smells and beds not super comfy. Great location to walk to nearby coffee shops and the lake view is very pretty.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
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 Old Town Night Market
During your trip to Hanoi, you can do some window-shopping at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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.
Halong Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the 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.
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Ha Long Bay
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Hanoi Opera House
- West Lake
- Sapa Lake
- Ninh Binh Walking Street
- Cat Ba National Park
- Dong Xuan Market
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Sapa Market
- Thung Nham Bird Park
- Lan Ha Bay
- Gate to Trang An Ecological Tourist Area
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Sapa Catholic Church
- Bai Tu Long Bay
- Do Son Beach
- Sa Pa Square
- Fan Si Pan
- Ha Long Night Market
- Lotte Center Hanoi
- Ha Long International Cruise Port
- Aeon mall lê chân hải phòng
- Hai Phong Opera House
- Bai Chay Beach
