Hoa Lac Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(162 reviews)

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
Tran Quoc Pagoda

West Lake

4/5(2 reviews)

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
Hanoi Opera House featuring heritage architecture and theatre scenes

Hanoi Opera House

4/5(62 reviews)

This historic building is the centrepiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.

Hanoi Opera House
St. Joseph Cathedral which includes heritage elements, markets and a church or cathedral

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4.5/5(120 reviews)

At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a garden

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

4/5(87 reviews)

This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Dong Xuan Market which includes markets, street scenes and a city

Dong Xuan Market

4/5(117 reviews)

Browse hundreds of stalls in Hanoi’s biggest marketplace in the heart of the Old Quarter.

Dong Xuan Market

Activities

Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package

AU$57
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Asia e-Sim Package
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

AU$15
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Package Tour North-South 6 Days: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Bay Cruise

6Day Package Vietnam Tour: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Cruise

AU$535
per child
6Day Package Vietnam Tour: Sai Gon - Hanoi - Ha long Cruise
Hue : Private Car to Hoi An or Vice Versa with Many Options

Hue: Private Transfer to/from Hoi An with Many Scenic Stops

AU$41
per adult
Hue: Private Transfer to/from Hoi An with Many Scenic Stops
Halong Bay: Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim

Halong Bay: Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim

AU$64
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Halong Bay: Luxury Day Cruise with Buffet, Kayak, Swim
Luxury bus Hanoi to Halong

Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive

AU$27
per adult
Luxury Bus Hanoi to Sapa & Sapa to Hanoi - All Inclusive
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Our pick of the best Hoa Lac Hotel Deals

Lotte Hotel Hanoi

Lotte Hotel Hanoi

5 out of 5
No. 54, Lieu Giai St. Cong Vi Ward., Ba Dinh, Hanoi
The price is AU$210 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
AU$210
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Only negative is that hotel lobby is on an upper floor."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Lotte Hotel Hanoi
JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi

JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi

5 out of 5
No 8 Do Duc Duc Road, Tu Liem Ward, Hanoi
The price is AU$317 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$317
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free parking, 6 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (551 reviews)
"The staff truly made my stay enjoyable. I visited to celebrate a birthday, but the day came and went without any special acknowledgment from the hotel—no small gesture like a slice of cake or a card, which was a bit disappointing. That said, the overall experience was still worthy of four stars. ..."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi
InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 by IHG

InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 by IHG

5 out of 5
Keangnam Hanoi Landmark Tower , Plot E6, Cau Giay New Urban Area, Yen Hoa Ward, Hanoi
The price is AU$218 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$218
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (624 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with exceptional staff. Book here if you want a nice view of the city. Only problem with this hotel was the humidity in the rooms. Rooms feel muggy and could use a humidifier to clean the air. Outside of the air quality, my room and view was amazing and clean. I would stay here again ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72 by IHG
Hanoi Daewoo Hotel

Hanoi Daewoo Hotel

5 out of 5
360 Kim Ma Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi
The price is AU$304 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$304
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Family trip
"Thank you for the wonderful overall stay experience. I was especially impressed with the thoughtfulness you provided for my birthday during our stay."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Hanoi Daewoo Hotel
Sheraton Hanoi West

Sheraton Hanoi West

5 out of 5
36 Le Duc Tho Street, Tu Liem Ward, Hanoi
The price is AU$189 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$189
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (247 reviews)
"NO Bidet is serious"

Reviewed on 23 July 2025

Sheraton Hanoi West
Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi

Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi

4 out of 5
106 Hoang Quoc Viet, Cau Giay, Hanoi
The price is AU$93 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
AU$93
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews)
I nice hidden gem in Cau Giay
"Arrival was convenient, although you can't access the elevator from the garage unless you already have a room key. The room was spacious and the view of Hanoi was gorgeous from the large windows in the room. Food options were convenient by foot from the location.the room was quite comfortable and ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2025

Somerset Hoa Binh Hanoi
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Other neighbourhoods around Hoa Lac

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Nam Từ Liêm

While visiting Nam Từ Liêm, you might make a stop by sights like My Dinh National Stadium and Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium.

Nam Từ Liêm
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Mỹ Đình

3/5(1 area review)

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
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Cau Giay

Cau Giay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Indochina Plaza Ha Noi and Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.

Cau Giay
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Cống Vị

While visiting Cống Vị, you might make a stop by sights like Lotte Center Hanoi and Thu Le Park.

Cống Vị
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Ngoc Khanh

If you're spending some time in Ngoc Khanh, Thu Le Park and Vincom Center Metropolis are top sights worth seeing.

Ngoc Khanh
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a garden

Ba Dinh

4.5/5(38 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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