Ngọc Hà Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Presidential Palace
Visit this striking colonial mansion to explore the house and grounds that were home to the revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
Activities
Hanoi Cooking Class: Culture, Tales, Local Market, Free Pick-Up
Localized Hanoi Weekend Walking Tour with Guide
Experience Hanoi Cooking Class with Free Wine Tasting
Hanoi Brewed Coffee Workshop With Meal and Massage
Hanoi E-Bike Tour Off The Beaten Path Adventure
Our pick of the best Ngọc Hà Hotel Deals
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Reviewed on 25 Aug. 2025
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Reviewed on 20 Aug. 2025
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 24 Aug. 2025
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ngọc Hà
Điện Biên
While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Imperial Citadel of Thang Long.
Ba Dinh
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.
Ngoc Khanh
If you're spending some time in Ngoc Khanh, Thu Le Park and Vincom Center Metropolis are top sights worth seeing.
Cống Vị
While visiting Cống Vị, you might make a stop by sights like Lotte Center Hanoi and Thu Le Park.
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.
Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.
- Presidential Palace
- Huu Tiep Lake and the Downed B-52
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Hanoi Old Town Night Market
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Dong Xuan Market
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Lotte Center Hanoi
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
- Keangnam Landmark Tower 72
- Ta Hien Street
- Hang Gai Street
- Ho Chi Minh Museum
- Ngoc Son Temple