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 Hanoi Municipal Party Committee – 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.
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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.
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.
Tam Coc Bich Dong
Explore the great outdoors at Tam Coc Bich Dong, a lovely green space in Hoa Lu. You can seek out the cycling trails 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.
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.
Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Halong Bay Marina
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Ninh Binh Walking Street
- Cat Ba National Park
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
- Dong Xuan Market
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Lan Ha Bay
- Ha Long Night Market
- Gate to Trang An Ecological Tourist Area
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum
- Dragon Park
- Ha Long International Cruise Port
- Bai Chay Beach
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
- Fan Si Pan
