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Things to do in Hanoi Vietnam

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Hanoi is the capital city of Vietnam, located to the north of the country. Hanoi has a blend of the East and the West in architecture and daily life. Hanoi is a reserved and charming city that is certainly worth a few days on your holidays to Vietnam. Let’s see what you can do in Hanoi while here:

Travel Guide to Things to do in Hanoi Vietnam

1/ Visiting temples and pagodas

There are several old temples and pagodas in Hanoi and top of the visits is the Temple of Literature which shows the Vietnamese appreciation for education and learning.

The Tran Quoc Pagoda in Hanoi Vietnam
The Tran Quoc Pagoda in Hanoi Vietnam

Houses in the Old Quarter of Hanoi, Vietnam

2/ Visiting the Old Quarter of Hanoi

This is certainly a must for every visitor to the capital city. Do not miss any opportunity to follow tiny endless alleys leading to amazing life which is less seen by most visitors.

3/ Taking a historical tour of Hanoi and a piece of the Vietnamese history

There are several landmarks in the city that bring you back in time with certain critical historical moments. The Vietnamese History Museum, Vietnamese Military History Museum and Ho Chi Minh Museum have good information for you to understand the Vietnamese history.

4/ Learning to cook Vietnamese food or tasting Vietnamese cuisine

Learning to cook Vietnamese food or tasting Vietnamese cuisine is a great experience. Try to tell the mixed influence into the Vietnamese cuisine from other cultures. If you dare and if you do not have too sensitive a stomach, street food can be a great experience, too.

5/ Sample Vietnamese Fashion

If you are a fan of fashion, contemporary attire or traditional costumes, do not miss the Women Museum.

6/ Learn about the ethnic groups in Vietnam

A good introduction to the Vietnamese ethnic groups can be found at the Ethnology Museum.

7/ Enjoy a photography tour of Hanoi

Early morning markets, street life… to name a few of the topics which may bring you tons of opportunities for great photographs.

Street life in Hanoi Vietnam is a good topic for travel photography in Hanoi
Street life in Hanoi Vietnam is a good topic for travel photography in Hanoi

8/ Bicycle tours around Hanoi

Taking a bicycle or scooter/motorbike tour to explore the countryside just outside of Hanoi.

9/ Taking day trips from Hanoi

Day trip to major attractions in the Red River Delta.


Last Updated: 13 August 2023
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