Northern Vietnam Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Vietnam
Where to stay in Northern Vietnam
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Nice small hotel
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Nice stay in the middle of all activities and the attractions. Staff is extremely helpful
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
The staff are nice and very polite, and the breakfast is excellent. I will come back here again on my next visit.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Diamond Westlake Suites
This place was very nice and quiet, but it’s away from downtown where we wanted to go lots of American food around the hotel unfortunately we wanted Asian food so we had to go very far to get it.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Somerset Grand Hanoi
Good place and good facilities. The cleaning staff were amazing even doing our dishes
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Elegant Suites Westlake
Fabulous hotel with amazing staff and facilities. Although this hotel is about 2km from the old quarter don’t let this put you off! Download the grab app and use taxis. We moved here after a very bad experience with a hotel in the old quarter and we are so pleased we did. From the size of the room ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
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.
Ha Long Bay
Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.
Sapa Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.
Halong Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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.
Activities
Cultural Trekking Tour of H'Mong Village In Dong Van
2 Days village Trek and Homestay in Dong Van 's Ethnic Highlands
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- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Ha Long Bay
- Hanoi Old Town Night Market
- Sapa Lake
- Halong Bay Marina
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
- Ninh Binh Walking Street
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Sapa Market
- Dong Xuan Market
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum
- Bai Tu Long Bay
- Lotte Center Hanoi
- Sa Pa Square
- Ha Long Night Market
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Cable Car Station Sapa
- Ho Chi Minh Square
- Thung Nham Bird Park
