Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Hanoi
Visit Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Popular places to visit
Bach Ma Temple
Bach Ma Temple is just one of the places to see in Hanoi, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
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.
Hanoi Old Town Night Market
During your trip to Hanoi, you can do some window-shopping at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
Things to do
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Halong Bay Full Day With Cave, Kayaking And Swimming - Highway Transfer
Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour
From Hanoi: Halong Day Cruise Highlight With 3*/4*/ 5* Options
Hanoi/Ninh Binh: Trang An/Tam Coc, Mua Cave, Hoa Lu Day Tour
Top hotels in Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Golden Lotus Legend Hotel
Love the atmosphere. Staffs are friendly, food is good, rooms are clean. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
La Mejor Indochine Hotel
The room and facility was great. Our bathroom was huge for the area. Location was excellent, right in the centre of Old Quarter but not on the main busy street. One minor consideration, the bar on the adjacent street is loud until midnight. The breakfast was OK, good selection of Vietnamese and western ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Hotel staffs are very friendly and helpful. We asked where ATM is, a staff take us there. Room is clean.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Friendly staff. Clean and up to date bathroom fixtures. Great location
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Staff were helpful and place was clean. Nice quiet room as it is located on an alley. Beds, like all over Asia were hard but like I said, that. Seems to be the case all over Asia. Nice location. Very walkable.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
WOW, this hotel went OVER THE TOP. After making the amateur mistake of forgetting to get our visas, we visited another country waiting for the visas to come in. We contacted that hotel to explain and see if they could salvage our stay until we got visas. We lost the first night as it was too late ...
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Hang Bac
While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.
Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square.
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.
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 Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
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.
