Ngã Tư Sở Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Katsuya Miyake
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Popular places to visit

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

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
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
Hanoi Opera House featuring heritage architecture and theatre scenes

Hanoi Opera House

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

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

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

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

Dong Xuan Market

Activities

Hanoi Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$29
per adult
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Stop by: Temple of Literature - National University: The first university of Vietnam

Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City

AU$8
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City
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
Hue : Private Car to Hoi An or Vice Versa with Many Options

Hue : Private Car to/from Hoi An with Many Attractions

AU$40
per adult
Hue : Private Car to/from Hoi An with Many Attractions
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

AU$56
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour
Hanoi City Half Day Private Tour: Hidden Corners & Train Street

Hanoi City Half Day Private Tour: Hidden Corners & Train Street

AU$38
per child
Hanoi City Half Day Private Tour: Hidden Corners & Train Street
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Our pick of the best Ngã Tư Sở Hotel Deals

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 AU$64 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$64
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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! (5,777 reviews)
Breakfast was poor. No fruit juices only poor quality cordials. Coffee lukewarm at best.

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter, Hanoi
The price is AU$79 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$79
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,335 reviews)
My second time staying at Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel and I absolutely love it. The location is perfect, being right in the middle of the old quarter, but away from noisy bars, which makes it quiet for sleeping at night and is within walking distance of major sites. The rooms are nicely decorated and ...

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi, 30, Hanoi
The price is AU$71 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
AU$71
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)
Really enjoyed staying at this place, especially for the price. There were a few minor inconveniences, but other than that it was a great experience.

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is AU$548 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
AU$548
21 Nov - 22 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
We loved the beauty of the hotel property - and enjoyed the food and spa!

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
The price is AU$52 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$52
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (3,447 reviews)
All staff very helpful and accommodating. Good recommendations for places to visit and to eat.

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi
The price is AU$158 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$158
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,221 reviews)
Highly recommended

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
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Other neighbourhoods around Ngã Tư Sở

Temple of Literature which includes a park and a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people

Dong Da

4/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and lake views in Dong Da. You might want to make time for a stop at Temple of Literature or Train Street.

Dong Da
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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Hai Ba Trung

4/5(4 area reviews)

Hai Ba Trung is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Vincom Center and Hom Market.

Hai Ba Trung
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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
Hanoi showing cycling as well as an individual female

Điện Biên

While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Imperial Citadel of Thang Long.

Điện Biên
St. Joseph Cathedral which includes a city, a church or cathedral and religious aspects

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Trong

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