Pho Hue Travel Guide
Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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.

Hanoi Old Town Night Market
During your trip to Hanoi, you can do some window-shopping at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.

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

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.

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.

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.
Activities

City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City

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

Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

Vietnam Airports Fast-Track: Skip The Line On Arrival

Hanoi Famous Michelin Guided Street Food Tour
Our pick of the best Pho Hue Hotel Deals

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
"A beautiful place for a really good price. Room was immaculate, the breakfast wonderful and the rooftop bar magical. Can’t say enough about the helpful and charming staff. We’d stay here again for sure."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE
"Excellent property with very helpful and friendly staff. Highly recommend."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026

GRAND HOTEL du LAC Hanoi
"Our family of five had 3 rooms for three nights, and our stay was a 12 out of 10–beautiful as well-equipped rooms, a delicious breakfast with a wide variety of fresh eastern and western options (as well as options to order), a small but decently functioning gym, and a phenomenally nice and helpful ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
"I like the location and the buffet breakfast but other than that I was not happy booking with them the Halong bay tour because I paid extra to be on a private limousine with only 6-9 people and they put us on a tour bus with 20 people. I paid extra to be on a small group of people and when I complained ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
"We absolutely love this place. It was so clean, the staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The accommodations were wonderful."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

The Oriental Jade Hotel
"Very nice location right in the center of Hanoi, clean and everyone is helpful and welcoming, I will stay here again in the future and I can recommend it to anyone interested to visit Hanoi. And great varieties of breakfast!! Thank you"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pho Hue

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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