Northern Vietnam

Travel Guide

Temple of Literature which includes a garden
Hoan Kiem which includes street scenes, motorbike riding and a city
Hanoi which includes shopping, street scenes and markets
Ho Chi Minh Museum which includes a park
Northern Vietnam

Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

Hanoi featuring street scenes

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.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem which includes street scenes, motorbike riding and a city

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem
Hanoi featuring street scenes, night scenes and signage

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.

French Quarter
Tay Ho which includes a lake or waterhole

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.

Tay Ho
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum which includes a park and a monument

Ba Dinh

4/5(44 area reviews)

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.

Ba Dinh
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Mỹ Đình

If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Mỹ Đình
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is HK$332 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
HK$332
HK$377 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5,050 reviews)
"Staying at theRoyal Palace hotel was everything that we needed for the night. The attention to detail was impeccable, and the staff was amazing. Thank you for making our 1 night stay great. Definitely will return for an extended stay for hoilday."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel

3.5 out of 5
33 Fansipan Road, Sa Pa, Lao Cai
The price is HK$109 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
HK$109
HK$125 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Sa Pa. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sapa Lake and Cable Car Station Sapa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (81 reviews)
"No regrets staying here. Plus free bfast."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Phuong Nam Mountain View Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is HK$1,727 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
HK$1,727
HK$1,958 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing Location, service and amenities . Staff kind, efficient and helpful All in all great experience"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
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Elegant Suites Westlake

Elegant Suites Westlake

5 out of 5
10B Dang Thai Mai Street, Tay Ho District, Hanoi
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (594 reviews)
"I enjoyed the surroundings and the proximity to the gym, dining area and lobby"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Elegant Suites Westlake
Fraser Suites Hanoi

Fraser Suites Hanoi

4.5 out of 5
51 Xuan Dieu Street, Tay Ho Ward, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake ...
9/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
"Good for families, I stayed in a 3 bedroom apartment with good daily cleaning service and all amenities available and in good working condition and they even supply daily washing powder for the washing machine, however there is NO dish washer. 2 bathrooms with built in washing spry however the master ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Fraser Suites Hanoi
Somerset Grand Hanoi

Somerset Grand Hanoi

4.5 out of 5
49 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,046 reviews)
"I have stayed at this property many times and liked it very much. This last time had a near disaster event. There was very gusty wind in the pool area that blew the apparently very light aluminum chairs all over the area as people tried to get out of the pool area. One chair hit me that caused a ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

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Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake which includes a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture

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.

Hoan Kiem Lake
Sapa Lake

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.

Sapa Lake
Tam Coc Bich Dong

Tam Coc Bich Dong

Explore the great outdoors at Tam Coc Bich Dong, a lovely green space in Hoa Lu. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.

Tam Coc Bich Dong
Tran Quoc Pagoda

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.

West Lake
Halong Bay Marina

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.

Halong Bay Marina
Hanoi Opera House which includes theatre scenes and heritage architecture

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.

Hanoi Opera House
Dien Bien Phu

Dien Bien Phu

Hanoi showing cycling as well as an individual female

Hanoi

Halong Bay showing a bay or harbour and mountains

Hai Phong

Sa Pa

Sa Pa