Cities in Vietnam
Why travelers love it
Hoan Kiem LakeCentral lake in Hanoi's Old Quarter with Ngoc Son Temple and Turtle Tower.Bach Ma TempleBach Ma Temple is one of the oldest temples in Hanoi's Old Quarter.Hanoi Old QuarterThe Hanoi Old Quarter is a historic commercial area of narrow streets and traditional shops.Ho Chi Minh MausoleumThe preserved body of Ho Chi Minh rests in this Ba Dinh monument in Hanoi.One Pillar PagodaA historic Buddhist temple built on a single pillar in central Hanoi.Temple of LiteratureVietnam's first national university, founded in 1070 and honoring Confucius.
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Vietnam questions
Is 4 days enough for Hanoi?
4 days covers the main sites if you group walks in the Old Quarter and use short taxi rides between locations. Book the water puppet show ahead to avoid sold-out shows.
Do I need to book the water puppet show ahead?
Book tickets online or at the theater the day before. Prices start at 100,000 VND per seat and shows run multiple times daily.
How do I get from the Old Quarter to Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum?
Walk 20 minutes or take a 50,000 VND taxi ride. Arrive before 10 a.m. to join the queue on open days.
What is the best way to visit Train Street in Hanoi?
Enter via a side alley near the Old Quarter and stay off the tracks. Go in the morning to avoid tour groups and cafes that charge for seating.
Is three days enough for Hoi An?
Three days covers the old town and beaches. Rent a bicycle for short trips between sites.
Do I need to book a cooking class in Hoi An ahead?
Book cooking classes one or two days in advance. Expect to pay 500000 to 800000 VND per person.