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

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

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

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

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

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

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Rp212.160
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

Rp292.128
per adult
Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive
Best Hanoi Food Tour 8 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street

Best Hanoi Food Tour 7 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street

Rp81.600
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Best Hanoi Food Tour 7 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street
La Casta Cruise - Luxury Day Tour in Halong Bay

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

Rp1.219.350
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

Rp1.778.880
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Jade Sails – Halong & Lan Ha Bay The Most Luxurious Day Tour
Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Tickets

Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Tickets

Rp122.400
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
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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
The price is Rp867.125 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
Rp867.125
Rp983.319 total
1 Aug - 2 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. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,924 reviews)
"My family's 3 night stay at Royal Palace hotel was just about perfect. We had two rooms -- one for my wife and me and the other for our two adult daughters. The hotel provided a complimentary upgrade for our girls so they could be on the same floor as us --- very nice! Our Royal suite was extremely ..."

Reviewed on 28 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
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! (3,029 reviews)
"Friendlies and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 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 Rp3.835.200 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp3.835.200
Rp4.349.117 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"What a lovely hotel. Very well set out and clean. The staff have all been amazing; welcoming, professional and knowledgeable. Whatever you need they will accommodate. The rooms are light filled and spacious. Had such a great nights sleep, with wonderful blockout blinds. The bathrooms are well laid ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 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 Rp2.006.587 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.006.587
Rp2.275.469 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (853 reviews)
"I liked the check in and the complimentary drinks they offered"

Reviewed on 19 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
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! (1,139 reviews)
"Friendly staff and great accessibility of the hotel."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

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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
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
"One of my best hotel experiences! Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 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 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

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

Old Quarter Travel Guide