Old Quarter Travel Guide

Hanoi

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

Popular places to visit

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

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(160 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 showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4/5(117 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 showing markets, a city and street scenes

Dong Xuan Market

4/5(113 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 theatre scenes, interior views and performance art

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

4.5/5(63 reviews)

Stories from local legends are told at this theater with hand-carved wooden dolls and colorful 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

4.5/5(82 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

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

Things to do

The Huc Bridge - Hanoi City

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

Rp165.130
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Luxury bus Hanoi to Halong

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

Rp295.583
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)

Rp1.238.475
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay (Expressway- Limousine)
Jade Sails – Halong & Lan Ha Bay The Most Luxurious Day Tour

Jade Sails – Halong & Lan Ha Bay The Most Luxurious Day Tour

Rp1.799.917
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jade Sails – Halong & Lan Ha Bay The Most Luxurious Day Tour
Best Hanoi Food Tour 8 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street

Best Hanoi Food Tour 7 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street

Rp82.565
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Best Hanoi Food Tour 7 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street
Ninh Binh Deluxe day Tour: Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave

Ninh Binh Deluxe day Tour: Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave

Rp710.059
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Ninh Binh Deluxe day Tour: Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave
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Top hotels in Old Quarter

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp854.786 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp854.786
Rp969.327 total
30 Aug - 31 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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,096 reviews)
"Everything was advised as advertised in the photos Sully was really helpful and communication was really good. She helped us a lot with local activities and late check out! Thank you for your hospitality"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
The price is Rp677.316 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp677.316
Rp768.076 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral ...
10/10 Exceptional! (389 reviews)
"Staff was very accommodating. Central location busy area. Breakfast was good... Reasonably priced for the location"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,145 reviews)
"Everything about this hotel works perfectly. The location, rooms, staff and food are exactly right. The manager, Alex, is happy to "go the extra mile" to make sure that you have what you need and that you're well looked after. His team is friendly, helpful and all seem to be very happy. This is the ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

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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 Rp3.563.560 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp3.563.560
Rp4.041.077 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! (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing Location, service and amenities . Staff kind, efficient and helpful All in all great experience"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,163 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

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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 Rp1.956.788 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
Rp1.956.788
Rp2.218.997 total
16 Sept - 17 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (869 reviews)
Okay but not luxury
"This hotel does not fall under five star luxury. It might be for the local standards. The staff is nice and polite but if you're looking for luxury don't expect too much by visiting this hotel. My room was city view and all i saw outside my window was slums of Hanoi. The noise from the pool area ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique 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 Ancient House 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
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Hàng Bồ

While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.

Hàng Bồ
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

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