Hanoi

A curated guide to Hanoi, Vietnam: 8 top sights, 8 standout places to eat, where to stay, and a sample itinerary.

What to see

  1. Hanoi Old Quarter 4.6★ (9,900 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  2. Vietnam Museum of Ethnology 4.6★ (15,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  3. Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum 4.5★ (21,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  4. Hoa Lo Prison Relic 4.5★ (22,000 reviews) · Tourist attraction
  5. Vietnam Military History Museum 4.5★ (12,000 reviews) · Army museum
  6. Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum 4.5★ (4,800 reviews) · Art museum
  7. Bảo tàng Phòng không - Không quân 4.5★ (2,700 reviews) · Army museum
  8. Hanoi Flagtower 4.5★ (2,500 reviews) · Tourist attraction

Where to eat

  1. Cafe Minh 5.0★ (2,200 reviews) · Coffee shop
  2. Hanoi Corner Restaurant 4.9★ (10,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  3. VIET Restaurant Hanoi & Rooftop Bar 4.9★ (3,000 reviews) · Restaurant
  4. Always Cafe - A magical wizard cafe 4.9★ (10,000 reviews) · Coffee shop
  5. C.O.C Legacy Specialty Coffee 4.9★ (2,000 reviews) · Cafe
  6. Hidden Gem Cafe Hanoi 4.8★ (4,300 reviews) · Coffee shop
  7. Hanoi Coffee Culture 4.8★ (3,200 reviews) · Coffee shop
  8. The Running Bean Nhà Thờ - Coffee and Brunch 4.8★ (3,700 reviews) · Cafe

Where to drink

  1. Secret Bar & Pub 5.0★ (2,400 reviews) · Bar
  2. Cloud Sky Bar Hanoi 4.9★ (3,300 reviews) · Bar
  3. Solar Sky Bar 4.9★ (2,600 reviews) · Bar
  4. Le Ciel Bar 4.9★ (1,600 reviews) · Bar
  5. Lighthouse Sky Bar 4.9★ (1,300 reviews) · Cocktail bar

A sample 3-day shape

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Day 3

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Frequently asked

How many days do you need in Hanoi?

With 23 notable sights and 16 standout eateries, 2–4 days covers the essentials at a relaxed pace.

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