Ha Noi tourist sites always have a great attraction to tourists. Now let’s to check out 23 most interesting and attractive tourist attractions in Hanoi to explore with family and friends on the weekend!
The most attractive tourist destinations in Hanoi can not be ignored
1. Ba Dinh Square – Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum
If you have set foot in the land of thousands of years of culture, the Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum – Ba Dinh Square is a tourist destination in Hanoi that you cannot ignore. This place is the political center of Vietnam with the National Assembly House, Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Museum, …
Uncle Ho’s mausoleum is the place to keep the body of the beloved leader. Outside the mausoleum is green bamboo rows. The mausoleum is open on Tuesday, Wednesday, July, and Sunday. When visiting Uncle Ho’s mausoleum, you should pay attention to dress neatly, do not bring electronic devices to record and keep order in the mausoleum.
Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum. Photo: ST
Ba Dinh Square is the largest square in Vietnam, located on Hung Vuong Street and in front of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. This square is also the place to record many important marks in Vietnamese history. In particular, on September 2, 1945, the President of the Provisional Revolutionary Government of Vietnam, the Democratic Republic of Ho Chi Minh, read the Declaration of Independence that gave birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. This is also the place where the parades take place on the occasion of major Vietnamese holidays, and is also a place to visit, play, and walk for visitors and people of Hanoi.
The groups of people in order followed each other to visit Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum. Photo: ST
2. Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake or Hoan Kiem Lake is one of the places to visit in Hanoi when traveling to the capital. Located in the center, Hoan Kiem Lake is like the heart of this thousand years old city .. The lake surface is like a large mirror reflecting the ancient trees, flowing willows, ancient temples and pagodas. , mossy old towers, new high-rise buildings rise to the blue sky.
In the morning, people in Hanoi often go to Sword Lake to exercise as a unique cultural feature of the capital. Photo: Dinh Tuan Van
An interesting experience for tourists is to walk around the lake, you will see an ancient but still modern Hanoi clearly. Next to the lake are architectural works such as But Tower, Research Station, The Huc Bridge leading to Ngoc Son Temple, Le Thai To Temple, Hoa Phong Tower, …
Taken with Turtle Tower – the symbol of Hanoi capital. Photo: @thutraafn
3. Hanoi Old Quarter – an attractive tourist destination
If you want to learn about the life, culture and people of Trang An, do not miss the old town – one of the tourist destinations in Hanoi full of interesting and attractive to tourists. Hanoi Old Quarter is located in the West and North of Hoan Kiem Lake, where a large concentration of population lives with 36 streets. Each street here mainly focuses on selling a certain product.
Old town beauty. Photo: @huongly_hanvy
Ma street corner every Christmas. Photo: @ byy54
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Wandering in the neighborhood and enjoying old town cuisine such as Pho Bat Dan, La Vong fish ball, Bun cha Hang Manh, Dinh Liet vermicelli, O Quan Chuong cold vermicelli, … will make your trip more memorable. so many, so much!
Delicious old town noodle soup. Photo: @miusfoodmaps
Old town fried heart – a dish for Hanoi night owls. Photo: ST
4. Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam
If you name the best tourist attractions in Hanoi in the past and now, everyone will think of Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam . This is a leading cultural architectural complex and is the pride of the people of the capital when it comes to the thousand years of cultural traditions of Thang Long – Dong Do – Hanoi.
Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam is the destination of many students and students, each exam is important for good luck. Photo: @ baoduy.pn
Ancient architecture brings us back to the old memories of the country. Photo: @momostagramz
Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam is considered a symbol of knowledge and education in Vietnam. This is the place of worship for the Holy, Confucian and Tu Tu Giam Chu Van An – a typical teacher of the high morality and dignity of Vietnamese education.
A corner of the lake in the Temple of Literature. Photo: @pphanhuong
5. Hanoi Cathedral
Located at 40 Nha Chung Street, Hang Trong Ward, the Cathedral is one of the interesting destinations in Hanoi, a place frequented by not only believers but also a familiar place for young people and tourists. quadratic calendar. The church is designed in the style of medieval European Gothic architecture with high walls, dome and many windows.
The big grain house – the pride of Hanoi. Photo: @kogmeng
Inside the church, the sanctuary area is engraved with wood patterns painted with yellow vermilion paint combined with the system of stained-glass Saint paintings. Feeling like standing in an ancient castle with classical music, you definitely want to try it.
Church lemon tea is a habit of Hanoi youth. Photo: @ntthuyy
6. Tran Quoc Pagoda
Tran Quoc Pagoda is one of the oldest temples in Hanoi and Vietnam, located on a southern peninsula of West Lake, near the end of Thanh Nien Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi. Formerly the Buddhist center of Thang Long in the Ly and Tran dynasties with historical and architectural values, Tran Quoc Pagoda is famous for being the sacred Buddha’s door, attracting many Buddhists. , visitors, domestic and foreign tourists.
The majestic Tran Quoc Pagoda stands out in the heart of Hanoi. Photo: ST
In early 2017, Tran Quoc Pagoda was included in the list of 16 most beautiful temples in the world voted by Daily Mail (UK). Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, make sure you will be amazed at the quiet space, poetic beauty of “lotus” floating on the surface of West Lake.
The temple space is quiet and peaceful. Photo: @linhzy
Remember to dress politely and discreetly when visiting the temple. Photo: @leekhsnap_official
7. West Lake – an interesting tourist destination in Hanoi
West Lake is one of the famous landmarks of Hanoi capital, this is considered a “giant stage reflecting the sky and city landscape”. The scenery along the West Lake is very poetic and dreamy. Surrounding the lake are rows of tall, straight green trees, and the surrounding flower beds and green grass terraces create a special scene for West Lake.
The sunset on West Lake is so beautiful. Photo: @ mrsmile201296
What makes West Lake special, distinguishing it from other lakes in Hanoi is not only the scenery but also the color of the water. The color of the water every season changes miraculously and dramatically according to weather, blue, gray, and morning when dark … And the scenery of West Lake becomes most sublimated, perhaps at the moment. at the end of the day – when the sunset falls over the landscape, with the blur of street lights falling on the water surface, creating an extremely magical and romantic scene.
Autumn on West Lake. Photo: @kieutrang___
Along West Lake Road, there are also many delicious snack restaurants, very suitable for your stroll along the lake with a party. Especially, first-time visitors to Hanoi should enjoy dishes such as savory donuts, pho rolls, grills, etc.
Tay Ho donuts are eaten with strange and sour food. Photo: @foodlifewtitt
8. Hanoi Opera House
Located at 1 Trang Tien, the Opera House is one of the beautiful tourist destinations in Hanoi with many historical marks. This is the venue for major art shows of many leading singers and artists in Vietnam. Visitors can admire the wonderful architecture of the Opera House or buy tickets to one of the regular shows held to see the magnificent interior of the theater.
Hanoi Opera House is the place to organize major music programs of the country. Photo: @ ptrang.nguyen
Hanoi Theater has ancient beauty in the capital. Photo: @___by__theheroine___
9. Hoa Lo Prison
Hoa Lo prison was built in 1896 by the French colonialist, called “Maison Central”, is a place to keep revolutionary soldiers against colonial rule. This is one of the most solid works in Indochina at that time. After the liberation of the capital, the prison was placed under the authority of the revolutionary government. From 1963 to 1975, this place was also used as a place to keep American pilots shot down by the Vietnamese army in the war sabotaging the North.
Hoa Lo prison famous places to visit in Hanoi (photo collection)
Today Hoa Lo prison becomes a special historical relic with many valuable materials carefully displayed and preserved, attracting thousands of domestic and foreign tourists to visit each year.
Learn about the country’s proud history at the Hoa Lo Prison. Photo: ST
10. Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is a relic complex associated with the development of Thang Long – Hanoi, built by the dynasties in many historical periods. This is also the most important relic in the system of historical relics of Vietnam. Coming to Thang Long Citadel, visitors can visit prominent places such as archeology area 18 Hoang Dieu, Doan Mon, Kinh Thien Thien, Bac Mon (Cua Bac citadel) …
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a historic site of Hanoi (photo collection)
Dawn on the royal citadel. Photo: @dattaynhaukhapthegian
Inside the Imperial City. Photo: @ duonq_que0202
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11. Hanoi flagpole
The Radio Hanoi, also more known as the Hanoi Flagpole, is located in the campus of the Vietnam Military History Museum. Rated as the most intact and monumental work in the complex of Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Pillar Co is a tourist attraction in Hanoi that visitors cannot ignore in the journey to discover the history of the land. Ha Thanh.
Hanoi flagpole – the military historical symbol of the Capital
Fighters in the Soviet Union are still on display at the Hanoi Flagpole. Photo: ST
12. One Pillar Pagoda
One Pillar Pagoda, built in 1049 during the Ly Dynasty, is one of the symbols of Hanoi capital next to the Turtle Tower and Khue Van Cac. In addition to its spiritual meaning, One Pillar Pagoda is a unique architectural work with high aestheticism, expressed through the art of shaping the water, sculpture, painting … reflecting the ancient cultural values. as well as a national character.
One Pillar Pagoda with unique architecture. Photo: @welpipi
13. Long Bien Bridge
Speaking of tourist destinations in Hanoi, it is impossible not to mention Long Bien Bridge. The bridge was built by the French in 1898, is the first steel bridge to cross the Red River. Long Bien Bridge is associated with the two resistance wars against the French and the Americans, and is considered a symbol of Hanoi during the difficult years.
Long Bien Bridge has an ancient beauty. Photo: @ phuongnt93
Excellent photos were taken on Long Bien Bridge. Photo: @ vuongcongnamsusuboy
Past values are still deposited in each bridge span, so in the hearts of many people, Long Bien Bridge is an indelible memory.
You can also see Long Bien Bridge from nearby cafes. Watching the flow of people on the bridge from a different angle will give you many interesting boyfriends.
14. Hanoi Railway Station
Hanoi Railway Station was originally called Hang Co Station, built and inaugurated by the French in 1902. Over the past century, Hanoi Railway Station has always been an important traffic hub of the country as well as of capital.
Hanoi Railway Station is one of the important traffic hubs of the country. Photo: ST
If you come to Hanoi by train, you can refer to some hotels near this area for convenient transportation and rest when coming to the capital.
15. Dong Xuan Market – a tourist destination in Hanoi not to be missed
Dong Xuan Market is one of the biggest markets in Hanoi. It sells a wide variety of items from food, apparel to consumables suitable for many different tastes and subjects. Because it is a wholesale market, so the items here are also cheaper than elsewhere. Do not forget to choose for yourself a few souvenirs when you come here to visit.
Dong Xuan Market, places to visit shopping in Hanoi (photo collection)
Dong Xuan Market is also a place to sell many delicious delicious foods typical of Hanoi, if you have the opportunity to come here, do not forget to enjoy it!
Dong Xuan market fried rice cakes. Photo: @mokhoethanoi
Another corner of Dong Xuan market. Photo: @_jieulizh_
16. My Dinh National Stadium
My Dinh National Stadium is the second largest stadium in Vietnam with a capacity of more than 40,000 seats. This is always the priority place to organize major events of national and international stature such as football tournaments, vibrant music festivals … My Dinh Stadium is also the place where the fireworks show. brilliant every Tet holiday. Weekdays in the evening are also popular places for entertainment and entertainment. Choose hotels near My Dinh to have a complete fun session.
My Dinh National Stadium is home to many major music events and concerts throughout the country. Photo: ST
17. Palace of friendship culture of Vietnam – Soviet Union
The Vietnam – Soviet Friendship Cultural Palace was a work that was started on the old DuXao house from the French era that was destroyed. The total area of the cultural palace is 3.2 hectares, including 3 main houses: performer house, practitioner, technician. This is an architectural and cultural work for art performances, exhibitions, scientific conferences, meetings or major cultural events … Besides, this place is also an entertainment venue. , entertainment of many young people in the capital in the evenings of the week.
Friendship culture of Vietnam – Soviet Union (photo collection)
Outside the cultural palace. Photo: @raincomings
18. Government guest house
Government guesthouse No. 12 Ngo Quyen was formerly the Reunification Palace of North America, where the headquarters of the Northern Government was located. When the August Revolution broke out, the Viet Minh forces and the people of Hanoi attacked and occupied this building. The building was later renamed the Tonkin Government, which is also the workplace of President Ho Chi Minh and the provisional government of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam until the national resistance war. After the Indochina War ended, the North Government was remodeled to become a government guesthouse. In 2005, the city government attached a sea of revolutionary historical relics.
Government guest house historic site of Hanoi
19. Quan Thanh Temple
Located next to West Lake and the North Gate of Hanoi, this is the most impressive spiritual site in the capital. Quan Than Temple is one of the “four towns” of ancient Thang Long capital. In the temple of Huyen Thien Tran Vu, the god defends the North. Over the dynasties, Quan Thanh Temple was also restored many times, but basically remained without much change in architecture. Not only contributing to adorn the ancient and poetic beauty of West Lake tourist area, Quan Thanh Temple is also a valuable relic of culture, art, architecture and sculpture, an impressive tourist destination. when coming to Hanoi.
Quan Thanh Temple is a famous spiritual place in Hanoi. Photo: @ kien.tran.vo
The stationary lines in the temple are extremely eye-catching. Photo: @riakquinn_
20. Hang Dau water tower
Hang Dau water tower is a water supply works for the people of Hanoi dating back to the French colonial period. The work was built on the intersection of Hang Dau, Quan Thanh, Hang Than, Hang Luoc, Hang Giay, Phan Dinh Phung streets. Because the tower has a architecture like bunker, many people mistakenly call it, and the name “Hang Dau” has also become familiar ever since.
Bean water tower. Photo: @ahmdrashidk
The bean tower shimmered brightly at night. Photo: Channel 14
21. Ham Long Church
Ham Long Church is one of the largest and most beautiful churches in Hanoi. The church architecture is prominent by the bell tower located in the center of the simple and harmonious facade. Especially around the church is also decorated by many vividly sculptured holy statues.
Photo: @hanhliinh___
22. Le Nin Park
Located in the middle of 4 big streets in Hanoi Tran Phu – Nguyen Tri Phuong – Hoang Dieu – Dien Bien Phu, Lenin Park is not only a solemn and beautiful highlight of the beloved capital but also attracts many people by the ethnic tragic sounds. Nowadays, the park is an entertainment place for people and tourists to visit the capital.
Monument in Lenin Park (photo collection)
Morning at the park is very fresh and cool. Photo: @martino_quang
23. The path of ceramics
The ceramic road built in 2008 on the 1000th anniversary of Thang Long – Hanoi is one of the unique tourist destinations that cannot be missed when coming to the capital. It has been recognized as the longest ceramic painting in the world by the Guinness World Records organization.
Extreme ceramic road in Hanoi. Photo: @cuongkhii
Vibrant colors are super pretty. Photo: ST
Another angle is equally impressive. Photo: @cuongkhii
Above are the tourist destinations in Hanoi that you can go for a day once you set foot in the capital. Besides, there are still many other attractive places waiting for you to explore. Wish you have an interesting and fun trip to Hanoi.
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