Staying at places to eat around Hanoi, going to hot mineral baths or camping for two days and one night are suggestions for the upcoming New Year holiday.
This year, the New Year holiday is from December 30 to January 1, 2024, suitable for tourists staying in Hanoi to participate in fun activities, dining, shopping, or going to nearby tourist attractions in Hanoi. 2 days and one night. some suggestions below.
Countdown festivals
This is an annual festival, from 7:30 p.m. on December 31 at August Revolution Square (Grand Theater). This year’s program has the participation of artists such as My Linh, rapper Blacka, DJ Quintino, JustaTee. The 4-sided stage with light connection will create a lively space, a multi-dimensional experience, combining sound, light and the vibrant atmosphere of the crowd.
In the Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square area, Hoan Kiem Lake also has a countdown music party with the theme “Living your passion”, from 8:30 p.m. on December 31. Participating artists include My Tam – Thang (Sweet) – Double2t – Phuc Bo – Marzuz – Thai Dinh.
In addition, at 5-star hotels such as Pan Pacific Hanoi (Summit bar on the 20th floor), Metropole Hanoi (Bamboo bar in the swimming pool area), L7 West Lake Hanoi by Lotte (Hedonist Bar) all have parties and ceremonies. Music festival counts down to 2024.
Hot mineral bath
A day trip or 2 days/night trip to resorts for hot mineral baths at the beginning of the New Year is especially suitable for the cold weather in the North today. According to traditional medicine, mineral baths have the effect of circulating blood, improving bone and joint pain, beautifying the skin and providing mental comfort. Visitors of any age can enjoy hot mineral baths.
In addition to hot mineral baths, these destinations often also have dining, massage and accommodation services. Some suggested addresses: Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh (Quang Ninh), Serena Resort Kim Boi (Hoa Binh), Ohayo Onsen & Spa (Phu Tho), Satoyama village (Hoa Binh).
Camping and relaxing on the outskirts of Hanoi
Nearly 40 km from the center of Hanoi, Soc Son is a suitable destination for groups of young people or families with many camping and resort areas combined with meals during weekends or Tet holidays. Camping in Soc Son has both self-sufficient forms or areas with pre-existing camps. Some places are not specifically for camping, but have green spaces, wooden houses or pre-built tents located on the hillside along with airy and private restaurants and cafes.
Some suggested addresses: Ham Lon mountain area (next to Ham Lon lake and in the pine forest), Dong Do lake, Chom Nui lake, or areas with pre-built tents such as Thien Phu Lam, Ban Rom ecological area, Blue Valley Cafe & Bistro (glamping combined with BBQ and acoustic music night to celebrate the New Year), Llum Hill.
Short vacations in famous tourist destinations
Tam Dao (Vinh Phuc), Cat Ba (Hai Phong) and Ninh Binh are three places near Hanoi, convenient to travel, suitable for a 2-day-one-night trip during New Year. It only takes visitors about 1.5 to 2 hours to reach these places.
Tam Dao is known as “miniature Sa Pa” with a fresh climate and many delicious dishes. Ninh Binh has many ecotourism destinations such as Trang An, Tam Coc, Hang Mua, Cuc Phuong National Park and many cultural events and traditional festivals. Cat Ba, which is usually a summer destination, is deserted in winter, suitable for trips on Lan Ha Bay, trekking in the national park, and experiences suitable for exercise and rest.