Popular places to visit
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.
West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
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.
Train Street
You can take time to visit Train Street during your travels to Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
DELUXE Halong Cruise 1 Day Tour From Hanoi - Daily Operated
Halong Bay Full-Day Cruise,Lunch,Cave, Island & Beach from Hanoi
Full Day Tour with 6 Hours Cruise on Halong Bay Heritage Site
Vietnam 5G SIM Card - Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) Pick-up
Noi Bai Airport: Fast track and Private Airport Transfer
Top hotels in Soc Son
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
From the moment we arrived the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. It was the perfect base for exploring Hanoi and the staff were willing to help us plan the rest of our trip. Thank you for a wonderful start to our holiday!
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Overall we have a great stay at Golden Sun Hotel. The location was perfect, especially if its your first time in Hanoi and you want to explore the Old Quarter. The staff were very good, in particular Jimmi at reception who was super friendly and helpful with booking tours, transportation and giving ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
The room was great, very clean, entire property was well maintained, entire staff was pleasant.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
This hotel is in the great location, everything is 5-10 min walking. Hotel services are exceptional, hotel staff is excellent and friendly. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Melia Hanoi
Very clean
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Pan Pacific Hanoi
Good breakfasts. Nice staff. Good location.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Soc Son
Quảng An
While visiting Quảng An, you might make a stop by sights like West Lake and Syrena Shopping Center.
Tay Ho
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip.
Cống Vị
While visiting Cống Vị, you might make a stop by sights like Lotte Center Hanoi and Thu Le Park.
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.
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.
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.
Soc Son Travel Guide
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Dong Xuan Market
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Temple of Literature
- Hang Gai Street
- Vietnam Military History Museum
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
- Embassy of Japan
- Ho Chi Minh Museum
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
- Thiền viện Trúc lâm Tây Thiên
- Tam Dao National Park
