Old Quarter Travel Guide
Hanoi
Visit Old Quarter
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.
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.
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.
Quan Chuong Gate
You can learn about the history of Hanoi when you stop by Quan Chuong Gate. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Ta Hien Street
During your visit to Hanoi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Ta Hien Street. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Old Quarter
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Great location. Amazing support from staff. Specially Jimmi helped us making our stay in Vietnam easier and supporting us when needed (for example calling airport several times asking for delatyed bagagge).
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Food are limited, properly need a little tlc
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Gorgeous hotel, very central to all the main attractions. Staff are extremely helpful with everything including organising airport transfers and excursions. Would definitely recommend to stay here when your in Hanoi
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Cannot rate staff highly enough. Exceeded expectations. Beautiful kind people. Clean rooms. Excellent buffet breakfast to start your day. Fantastic central spot.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Everything about this hotel is fabulous.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
The location is very good and the staff are lovely and helpful but I am baffled as to why this hotel has such great reviews. There are no facilities. Breakfast, which was truly dreadful at a place down the road- at least 2 minutes walk. We had a balcony room which was nice. But I am still baffled ...
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Quarter
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.
Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Hanoi Backpacker Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ta Hien Street and Ancient House while you're in town.
Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
Hàng Bồ
While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.
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.
