Pho Hue Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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: Incense, Hat Making, Lacquer Villages & Train Street

Hanoi: Incense, Hat Making, Lacquer Villages & Train Street

AU$45
per adult
Hanoi: Incense, Hat Making, Lacquer Villages & Train Street
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
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
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

AU$55
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
From Hanoi: Incense Village, Conical Hat and HaThai Art Tour

From Hanoi: Incense Village, Conical Hat and HaThai Art Tour

AU$18
per adult
From Hanoi: Incense Village, Conical Hat and HaThai Art Tour
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Our pick of the best Pho Hue 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$72 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$72
8 Oct - 9 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! (5,601 reviews)
"The staff were all friendly and helpful. A good location in historic district. Only negative was traffic was noisy all day and evening."

Reviewed on 7 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$78 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
AU$78
10 Oct - 11 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 ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1,195 reviews)
"Room on the small side but that’s standard for Hanoi due to narrow building codes. Anna and her staff was amazing. Multiple times we have gone to her for tour, eat and shopping recommendations. All were good. Some were great b/c they were not touristy places but frequented by locals. Highly recommended ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hanoi Royal Premium 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$150 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
AU$150
8 Oct - 9 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! (1,209 reviews)
"Good breakfast. Lots of options. It is like a home away from home"

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is AU$540 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$540
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Tyson is the best"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi, 30, Hanoi
The price is AU$87 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$87
19 Oct - 20 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! (522 reviews)
"the hotel is in a perfect location, easy to access through the old quarters, staffs are very friendly and very helpful, particularly the girl at the front desk who is (Candy) she is very kind and has a service minded"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
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$54 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$54
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! (3,387 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful. They even arranged breakfast for us to take with us when we took an early bus to our next destination, without us asking! The room was good and comfortable; the location was nice too. Even though it was right in the middle of old Hanoi, on the 7th floor you could barely ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Pho Hue

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Hai Ba Trung

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
Hanoi showing street scenes, night scenes and signage

French Quarter

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip.

French Quarter
Hoan Kiem which includes street scenes, a city and signage

Hoan Kiem

Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to Trang Tien Plaza – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hoan Kiem
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
Hanoi featuring street scenes

Old Quarter

Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem which includes markets and outdoor eating

Hang Bac

While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.

Hang Bac

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