Old Quarter Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hanoi featuring street scenes
Hoan Kiem which includes street scenes, a city and signage
Hang Gai Street featuring cycling as well as an individual female
Old Quarter
Ngoc Son Temple which includes a bridge as well as an individual female

Popular places to visit

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

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(162 reviews)

Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.

Hoan Kiem Lake
St. Joseph Cathedral which includes heritage elements, markets and a church or cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4.5/5(120 reviews)

At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Dong Xuan Market which includes markets, street scenes and a city

Dong Xuan Market

4/5(117 reviews)

Browse hundreds of stalls in Hanoi’s biggest marketplace in the heart of the Old Quarter.

Dong Xuan Market
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre which includes performance art, interior views and theatre scenes

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

4.5/5(64 reviews)

Stories from local legends are told at this theatre with hand-carved wooden dolls and colourful dragons that perform on a stage on the water.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Hanoi Old City Gate which includes night scenes and street scenes

Quan Chuong Gate

4/5(77 reviews)

The attractive shape of the only city gate remaining in Hanoi harks back to a time when the city was under siege.

Quan Chuong Gate
Ta Hien Street

Ta Hien Street

4/5(1 review)

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.

Ta Hien Street

Activities

Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

AU$29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit
Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu

Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu

AU$76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu
The Huc Bridge

Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

AU$21
per adult
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
JADESAILS CRUISE-The Most Luxurious Day Tour in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay

JADESAILS CRUISE-The Most Luxurious Day Tour in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay

AU$65
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JADESAILS CRUISE-The Most Luxurious Day Tour in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
Luxury bus Hanoi to Halong

Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive

AU$29
per adult
Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive
La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay

La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay (Expressway- Limousine)

AU$121
per adult
La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay (Expressway- Limousine)
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Our pick of the best Old Quarter Hotel Deals

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 AU$347 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$347
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (3,370 reviews)
"The location was great and the staff was very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is AU$571 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
AU$571
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"Very classy property with an amazing history! My room was spotless and up to date with attention to the environment."

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$216 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$216
includes taxes & fees
13 Feb - 14 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (668 reviews)
"Great customer service, very clean. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 28 Jan. 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,069 reviews)
"Perfect location, everything you need for a quick stop in Hanoi. Anna at the front desk was so helpful and sorted all our transfers for us."

Reviewed on 3 Feb. 2025

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Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi, vietnam
The price is AU$147 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$147
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (919 reviews)
Pleasant stay at L'Hotel du LAC Hanoi
"Service is 100%! Location is wonderful. Room is OK. Clean and cozy, but the bathroom needs to be upgraded."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Hanoi
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Hanoi
5 out of 5
18-20-22-24 Nha Chung, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam
The price is AU$170 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
AU$170
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (324 reviews)
"Beautiful boutique hotel with the loveliest staff who made our stay so pleasant. Special thanks to Lilly, Grace, Emma and Sophia — you were wonderful! Great location too and breakfast was awesome. Feedback we provided was more lighting and hanging hooks in the room; a functioning pool; and massage ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Old Quarter

Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Bac

While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like The Old Quarter Gallery and Ta Hien Street.

Hang Bac
Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Dao

While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square.

Hang Dao
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Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ta Hien Street and Bach Ma Temple while you're in town.

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi and Hoan Kiem Lake are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Trong
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(557 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 Lý Thái Tổ Monument might round out your trip.

French Quarter

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