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

The Huc Bridge - Hanoi City

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

AU$20
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit
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$154
per adult
Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & Cable Car Ride With Transfer
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$72
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Highlight Ninh Binh Full Day Tour Tam Coc Boat, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu
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$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
JADESAILS CRUISE-The Most Luxurious Day Tour in Ha Long Bay & Lan Ha Bay
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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$64 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$64
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,702 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel...the best staff....quiet...close to everything...arranged excellent daytrips,taxis and airport transfer, good bfast included."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$44 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$44
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,923 reviews)
"The staff were absolutely top notch during my stay. Full of recommendations, a lot of patience, and lovely smiles at all hours of the day…even at 3 o’clock in the morning."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is AU$382 per night from 18 July to 19 July
AU$382
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
The price is AU$185 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$185
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (838 reviews)
"Great service, loved everything about it"

Reviewed on 5 Jul. 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury 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$186 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$186
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,116 reviews)
"Very friendly staff who cater to every need. Buffet breakfast includes a variety of pastries, eggs made your way, great Vietnamese coffee and fresh fruits. Roof top bar has great views of the city and st.josephs cathedral. Spa and massage services also very good. Hotel is located in a very central ..."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
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$136 per night from 11 July to 12 July
AU$136
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Really recommend this well located hotel - it is a smaller hotel with very friendly helpful staff"

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

The Oriental Jade Hotel
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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 Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.

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, 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
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

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