Neighbourhood · Old Quarter, Hanoi

Hanoi Old Quarter

Hanoi Old Quarter
Photo: Adam Jones from Kelowna, BC, Canada, CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons

It dates to the 15th century and was once organized by trade guilds. Streets still carry names tied to those trades. Look for old tube houses, temples and constant street activity.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 1 of Hanoi & the Old Quarter

Visiting Hanoi Old Quarter: what to know

Tickets
No tickets required
Time needed
Half a day
Best time
Early morning or evening
Getting there
Walk from Hoan Kiem Lake

Hanoi itineraries with Hanoi Old Quarter

Day 1 of Hanoi & the Old Quarter

Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter

How Hanoi Old Quarter fits into a day.
  1. 8:00Morning Walk at Hoan Kiem LakeHoan Kiem Lake
  2. 10:45Bach Ma Temple VisitBach Ma Temple
  3. 14:00Old Quarter Walking TourHanoi Old Quarter
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Hanoi Old Quarter FAQs

How do you get around the Old Quarter?

Walk. The streets are narrow and best explored on foot.

Is the Old Quarter safe at night?

Yes. The area stays busy with locals and visitors into the evening.

What should I eat in the Old Quarter?

Try pho, bun cha and banh mi from street vendors along the main lanes.

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