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
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
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
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
Hang Gai Street featuring signage and street scenes

Hang Gai Street

4/5(42 reviews)

This boisterous street is renowned for silks, custom tailoring, colorful displays and hand-crafted souvenirs, all hanging from faded yellow façades.

Hang Gai 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
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$40
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JADESAILS CRUISE-The Most Luxurious Day Tour in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
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$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu
Luxury bus Hanoi to Halong

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

AU$28
per adult
Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive
2-Day Da Nang - Ba Na Hills - Hoian Tour

Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & Cable Car Ride With Transfer

AU$159
per adult
Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & Cable Car Ride With Transfer
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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$96 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$96
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,135 reviews)
"Everything was fantastic at the hotel! The staff were so helpful and accommodating with everything during the trip. My flight arrived late but they organised a transfer from the hotel and offered late check in for me. The room was fabulous- even got a lovely upgrade to a balcony room showing great ..."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
The price is AU$53 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$53
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,447 reviews)
"Good property, great location, walkable, they affiliate SPA amazing also they affiliate transportation too or travel agency"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$117 per night from 15 May to 16 May
AU$117
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
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! (1,017 reviews)
"Excellent quality and location. Staff were absolutely amazing."

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
The price is AU$225 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$225
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
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! (751 reviews)
"Great stay, room, facilities and staff all very good. Good area but I personally preferred staying closer to the lake"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
The Oriental Jade Hotel
The Oriental Jade Hotel
5 out of 5
No. 92-94 Hang Trong Str., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
The price is AU$207 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$207
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"We enjoyed a great stay. The best things about this hotel are the convenient location (close walking distance to lake, shops, main square and markets) and the staff. The staff made sure to check in every morning at breakfast to see how we were going. We had a minor complaint about the room and the ..."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

The Oriental Jade Hotel
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$163 per night from 7 May to 8 May
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
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! (397 reviews)
"The included breakfast is five star. Beautiful atmosphere and great food"

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 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 Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.

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
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Hang Buom

If you're spending some time in Hang Buom, Ta Hien Street and Bach Ma Temple are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Buom
St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral

Hang Trong

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

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