Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter: Customize your tour, savor unique cuisine, and immerse in rich history. Discover charming streets and iconic sites.
Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter: Customize your tour, savor unique cuisine, and immerse in rich history. Discover charming streets and iconic sites.
- Old Quarter - Discover the lively core of Hanoi, where narrow streets are named after ancient trades. Immerse yourself in local culture, colonial architecture, and the city’s dynamic street life.
- Chua Tran Quoc - Situated on a small island in West Lake, this is Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, with a history spanning over 1,500 years. It…
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Old Quarter - Discover the lively core of Hanoi, where narrow streets are named after ancient trades. Immerse yourself in local culture, colonial architecture, and the city’s dynamic street life.
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Chua Tran Quoc - Situated on a small island in West Lake, this is Hanoi’s oldest Buddhist temple, with a history spanning over 1,500 years. It offers a tranquil setting with spiritual and cultural importance.
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Tay Ho - As the largest lake in Hanoi, West Lake provides a serene escape from the city’s hustle. Enjoy a picturesque walk and appreciate the historic temples and upscale neighborhoods nearby.
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Hanoi Opera House - A renowned example of French colonial architecture, the Opera House is a symbol of Hanoi’s cultural legacy and is often likened to the Paris Opera House.
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Long Bien Bridge - Designed by Gustave Eiffel, this historic bridge spans the Red River, offering scenic views of the city and countryside. It stands as a testament to Hanoi’s resilience.
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Hanoi Train Street - A must-visit in Hanoi, this narrow street is famous for the railway track that runs directly through a residential area—locals live, cook, and work just inches from passing trains.
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St. Joseph’s Cathedral - Constructed in 1886, this neo-Gothic cathedral resembles Notre-Dame de Paris. It’s a serene landmark in the city center with stunning stained-glass windows.
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Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) - A picturesque lake in the heart of Hanoi, surrounded by walking paths and historical allure. It’s a beloved spot for both locals and visitors to unwind and enjoy the ambiance.
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Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum - A solemn and significant landmark where the embalmed body of Vietnam’s founding leader is preserved. It is surrounded by government buildings and Ba Dinh Square.
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One Pillar Pagoda - The One Pillar Pagoda is one of Hanoi’s most iconic and distinctive landmarks. Built in 1049 during Emperor Ly Thai Tong’s reign, the pagoda was designed to resemble a lotus blossom—symbolizing purity—emerging from a single stone pillar in a lotus pond. This small yet sacred structure represents Vietnamese spirituality and architecture, frequently visited by locals and tourists seeking peace and blessings. Located near the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, it’s an essential stop on any Hanoi city tour.
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Vietnam Military History Museum - Explore Vietnam’s military history through displays of weapons, aircraft, and historic photographs. Outside, view the iconic wreckage of a B-52 bomber and old tanks.
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Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre - The Water Puppet Show is an essential cultural experience in Hanoi, especially popular in the Old Quarter. Originating from Vietnam’s Red River Delta over 1,000 years ago, this traditional art form brings folk tales, legends, and village life to life—on water.
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Hoa Lo Prison - Hoa Lo Prison, located in the heart of Hanoi, is a poignant and haunting historical site that provides deep insight into Vietnam’s turbulent past. Originally constructed by the French in the late 19th century to detain Vietnamese political prisoners, it became notorious for its harsh conditions and brutal treatment of inmates during the colonial era.

- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
- Transportation
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Ticket entrance
- Lunch
- Edited videos if you send me photos
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
- Transportation
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Ticket entrance
- Lunch
- Edited videos if you send me photos
- Grab Car (Walking Option)
- Holiday Surcharge
- Outside Hanoi Old Quarter Pick-up, Drop-off Surcharge
- Grab Car (Walking Option)
- Holiday Surcharge
- Outside Hanoi Old Quarter Pick-up, Drop-off Surcharge
Experience the finest of Hanoi with a private city sightseeing tour that takes you through the lively Old Quarter and beyond. This tour offers a flexible itinerary that can be customized to fit your interests and schedule, providing a rich and immersive exploration of the city’s culture, history, and daily life.
Highlights may include iconic sites such…
Experience the finest of Hanoi with a private city sightseeing tour that takes you through the lively Old Quarter and beyond. This tour offers a flexible itinerary that can be customized to fit your interests and schedule, providing a rich and immersive exploration of the city’s culture, history, and daily life.
Highlights may include iconic sites such as the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, the tranquil West Lake, the ancient Tran Quoc Pagoda, the elegant Hanoi Opera House, and the historic Long Bien Bridge. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the vibrant Train Street, admire the Gothic-style St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and visit the notorious Hoa Lo Prison, also known as the “Hanoi Hilton.”
Enjoy a picturesque walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, pay homage at the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and delve into Vietnam’s military history at the Military Museum.
To conclude your cultural adventure, attend a traditional Water Puppet Show—a distinctive Vietnamese art form that brings folklore to life through music, puppetry, and water-stage performance.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.