Hoan Kiem Travel Guide
Hanoi
Visit Hoan Kiem
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Hoan Kiem
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Fantastic position, amazing staff and comfortable rooms
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Melia Hanoi
Great hotel and gave us a beautiful suite. Enjoyed our stay will be back
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
The staff was really helpful and tended to all my requests! beautiful place too!
Reviewed on 25 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
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
The rooms are well appointed & stylish The location in the Old Quarter is central & convenient The staff are wonderful!( Reception, Housekeeping, Restaurant)
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE
Spectacular place. Lobby is fantastic. Rose and Lily were so welcoming. Michael makes a mean egg coffee. The spa is lovely. We loved the restaurant on the 9th floor. Great views!! You can see Train st. In the middle of a bustling city this is an oasis.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 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 Hanoi Municipal Party Committee 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.
