Monument · West Lake, Hanoi

Tran Quoc Pagoda

Tran Quoc Pagoda
Photo: RB Photo, CC BY 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Tran Quoc Pagoda was founded in the 6th century and ranks among the oldest temples in the city. The site includes a brick stupa, several shrines and shaded gardens. Visitors can walk the grounds and view the lake from the waterfront paths.

Updated September 27, 2026On day 3 of Hanoi: Weekend Escape

Visiting Tran Quoc Pagoda: what to know

Tickets
Free entry
Time needed
30 to 60 minutes
Best time
Early morning
Getting there
Bus or taxi to West Lake

Hanoi itineraries with Tran Quoc Pagoda

Day 3 of Hanoi: Weekend Escape

West Lake and Train Street

How Tran Quoc Pagoda fits into a day.
  1. 9:00Vietnam Museum of EthnologyCau Giay
  2. 13:30Tran Quoc PagodaTay Ho
  3. 15:00West LakeTay Ho
  4. 18:00Hanoi Train StreetHoan Kiem
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Tran Quoc Pagoda FAQs

What is the history of Tran Quoc Pagoda?

The pagoda dates to the 6th century and has been rebuilt several times while retaining its original layout and stupa.

Is there an entrance fee for Tran Quoc Pagoda?

Entry is free though donations are accepted at the shrines.

Can visitors climb the stupa at Tran Quoc Pagoda?

The brick stupa is open to the public and offers views over West Lake from the upper levels.

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