Northern Vietnam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Vietnam
Where to stay in Northern Vietnam
Old Quarter
Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.
Hoan Kiem
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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.
Ba Dinh
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip.
Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 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 Royal Premium Hotel
The room was great, very clean, entire property was well maintained, entire staff was pleasant.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Diamond Westlake Suites
This place was very nice and quiet, but it’s away from downtown where we wanted to go lots of American food around the hotel unfortunately we wanted Asian food so we had to go very far to get it.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Fraser Suites Hanoi
Prompt and exceptional service, excellent amenities, luxurious standard rooms, incredible value. Two grocery stores located within the same building with wide selection of wares. Countless F&B options walking distance from the hotel and nice neighbourhood overall.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Elegant Suites Westlake
Clean room, great staff, lovely room and spacious. Not too far from the old town and easy to get to from the airport. Will defiantly want to stay again. GREAT morning breakfast too!
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
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.
Ha Long Bay
Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.
Sapa Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.
Halong Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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.
Things to do
2 Days village Trek and Homestay in Dong Van 's Ethnic Highlands
Cultural Trekking Tour of H'Mong Village In Dong Van
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Ha Long Bay
- Sapa Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Dong Xuan Market
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Bai Tu Long Bay
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Temple of Literature
- Cable Car Station Sapa
