Things to do in Hanoi
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Small-Group Cultural Tour: Bat Trang, Dong Ky and Do Temple
9 hours (Departs Hanoi, Vietnam)
by Viator
Discover the traditions and culture of Vietnam through local artisans on this small-group day trip from Hanoi. Meet local artisans and witness the age-old…Not LP reviewed
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Indochina Discovery
22 days (Hanoi)
by Intrepid
Hop aboard a boat tour on Halong Bay, Glide down the Perfume River in a dragon boat, Take in the tranquillity of Hoi An, Dive into the excitement of Ho Chi Minh…Not LP reviewed
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Cine Café
The Cinematheque’s cafe-bar offers a quiet retreat from the fury of Hanoi’s streets; enjoy a fresh juice, espresso or a snack in the courtyard.
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Hanoi Gallery
For communist-propaganda art posters there are several good places on Hang Bac in the Old Quarter, including Hanoi Gallery.
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Hanoi Garden
Popular with locals, this restaurant serves Southern Vietnamese and spicy Chinese dishes in a relaxed setting with an open-air courtyard.
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Culi Café
Casual cafe above a laundry with Aussie-style tucker. The balcony seats offer a good vantage of Old Quarter life and there’s free wi-fi.
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F Silk
If you're making the silk shop rounds, make sure you include this super shop, which has an endless selection of well-designed garments.
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Suffusive
Gallery dedicated to showcasing innovative paintings from talented young Vietnamese artists. Features regularly changing exhibitions.
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Craft Link
A not-for-profit organisation near the Temple of Literature that sells quality tribal handicrafts and weavings at fair-trade prices.
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Dong Xuan Market
No trip to the Old Quarter would be complete without a visit to the Dong Xuan Market, rebuilt after a fire in 1994.
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Com Chay Nang Tam
Dishes of vegetables that look like meat, reflecting an ancient Buddhist tradition designed to make carnivore guests feel at home.
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Fine Arts Museum
Hanoi’s excellent Fine Arts Museum is housed in two buildings that were once the French Ministry of Information.
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GC Pub
Looks pretty run down from the street but it gets very lively on weekend nights. Popular with gay Hanoians and has pool tables.
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Maison Vanille
Renowned for its fine pastries, and the folks here also bake their own bread so it’s a good place for a lunchtime baguette.
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Nha Hang Lan Chin
A good spot to sample the brew is Nha Hang Lan Chin, one of the most popular local lunch spots in town.
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Viet Hien
An enormous warehouse of antiques, paintings, furniture and handicrafts, including rattan creations that are very cheap.
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Angelina
Flash hotel bar with glitzy decor and a late licence. DJs spin funky house and chill-out tunes here on weekend nights.
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Thanglong Bookshop
One of the biggest bookshops in town with English and French titles, plus some international newspapers and magazines.
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Small-Group Tour: 4-Day Hanoi Highlights and Halong Bay Cruise
by Viator
Take in the sights of Hanoi and enjoy an overnight cruise on Halong Bay on a four-day excursion from Hanoi. Visit Hanoi’s market and Ho Chi Minh sights, and…Not LP reviewed
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Small-Group Tour: 3-Day Halong Bay Adventure Tour from Hanoi
by Viator
Relax on the remote island of Cat Ba on this three-day adventure from Hanoi. You’ll cruise Halong Bay in a traditional junk (a type of sailing vessel), enjoy a…Not LP reviewed
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Dragonfly
Bar-club with a handy Old Quarter location, though draws a (very) young crowd, and the music is pretty mainstream.
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Daewoo Hotel Fitness Centre
The Daewoo Hotel Fitness Centre has a day-use fee of US$20 for all facilities including the pool.
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Warehouse
Excellent wine store with a superb selection from France, Italy, Spain, Australia, New Zealand and South America.
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Megastar Cineplex
Multiplex cinema with quality screen and audio, comfortable seats starting at US$2, and sweet and salty popcorn.
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Vietnam Family Adventure
12 days (Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City)
by G Adventures
Gifted with a staggering abundance of flavourful food, fascinating culture, untouched nature and disarmingly friendly people, Vietnam has more than earned its…Not LP reviewed
from USD$1,399