Northern Vietnam Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Temple of Literature which includes a garden
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes
Hanoi featuring street scenes, night scenes and markets
Ho Chi Minh Museum which includes a garden
Northern Vietnam

Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

Hanoi featuring street scenes

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.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi which includes street scenes, night scenes and signage

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.

French Quarter
Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole

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.

Tay Ho
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a park

Ba Dinh

4/5(44 area reviews)

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.

Ba Dinh
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Mỹ Đình

If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Mỹ Đình
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is 972.222 ₫ per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
972.222 ₫
1.102.500 ₫ total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (5,032 reviews)
")Our family (mum, dad, boys 11 and 13) stayed here three times as we dipped in and out of Hanoi to travel to other locations. Firstly the rooms, beds and all amenities were a delight. It’s a lovely quiet and comfortable location in the old town of Hanoi. Breakfast is fabulous. Lots of fresh and delicious ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

3.5 out of 5
33 Fansipan Road, Sa Pa, Lao Cai
The price is 396.825 ₫ per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
396.825 ₫
449.999 ₫ total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sapa Lake and Cable Car Station Sapa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
"We stayed there for 3 nights. Location was very convenient. Breakfast was included in our price which made it a great value. The buffet choices were awesome. Minor issue with the toilet flush was promptly rectified. Unfortunately, due to the rains and fog during our stay, the mountain view visibility ..."

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is 5.768.620 ₫ per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
5.768.620 ₫
6.541.615 ₫ total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Charming hotel, great location, lovely pool area, private and refined."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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Elegant Suites Westlake

Elegant Suites Westlake

5 out of 5
10B Dang Thai Mai Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (591 reviews)
"Check In Good, Staff friendly, Room is big and clean. Breakfast is good, Housekeeping is really good. Location is also good. Only issue is upper-level construction that starts at 9AM."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
Fraser Suites Hanoi

Fraser Suites Hanoi

4.5 out of 5
51 Xuan Dieu Street, Tay Ho Ward, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"Good for families, I stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment with good daily cleaning service and all amenities available and in good working condition and they even supply daily washing powder for the washing machine, however there is NO dish washer. 2 bathrooms with built in washing spry however the master ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Fraser Suites Hanoi
Somerset Grand Hanoi

Somerset Grand Hanoi

4.5 out of 5
49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,046 reviews)
"I have stayed at this property many times and liked it very much. This last time had a near disaster event. There was very gusty wind in the pool area that blew the apparently very light aluminum chairs all over the area as people tried to get out of the pool area. One chair hit me that caused a ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture

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.

Hoan Kiem Lake
Sapa Lake

Sapa Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.

Sapa Lake
Tam Coc Bich Dong

Tam Coc Bich Dong

Explore the great outdoors at Tam Coc Bich Dong, a lovely green space in Hoa Lu. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Tam Coc Bich Dong
Tran Quoc Pagoda

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.

West Lake
Halong Bay Marina

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.

Halong Bay Marina
Hanoi Opera House which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes

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 acclaimed theatre scene.

Hanoi Opera House

Cities near Northern Vietnam

Dien Bien Phu

Dien Bien Phu

Halong Bay showing mountains and a bay or harbour

Hai Phong

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Lao Cai

Sa Pa

Sa Pa