Title: Northern Vietnam Travel Guide: Best of Northern Vietnam, Vietnam Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam-Hotels.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam-Holiday-Rentals.d6054376.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Northern Vietnam Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northern Vietnam Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Northern Vietnam Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Temple of Literature which includes a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95292-Hanoi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35909-Old-Quarter.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hanoi featuring street scenes, night scenes and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95236-Weekend-Night-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ho Chi Minh Museum which includes a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35816-Ho-Chi-Minh-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Vietnam](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35774-Thang-Long-Water-Puppet-Theatre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northern Vietnam Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Northern Vietnam ![Hanoi featuring street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95181-Hanoi-Old-Quarter.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Old-Quarter.dx3000664659) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35909-Old-Quarter.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hoan Kiem 4.5/5(549 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hoan-Kiem.dx6054471) ![Hanoi which includes street scenes, night scenes and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95170-French-Quarter.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Vietnam Revolution Museum might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-French-Quarter.dx553248635171393366) ![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a monument and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95388-Ho-Chi-Minh-Mausoleum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ba Dinh 4/5(44 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Ba-Dinh.dx6054464) ![St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35779-St-Joseph-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Hang Trong If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hang-Trong.dx553248635974587449) ![Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95316-Tay-Ho-West-Lake.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Tay-Ho.dx3000664655) - Top hotels in Northern Vietnam - Top Holiday Rentals in Northern Vietnam ![Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116190000/116189200/116189149/982b383b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel 52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi Hanoi £40 15 Dec - 16 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,326 reviews) Overall we have a great stay at Golden Sun Hotel. The location was perfect, especially if its your first time in Hanoi and you want to explore the Old Quarter. The staff were very good, in particular Jimmi at reception who was super friendly and helpful with booking tours, transportation and giving ... Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=116189149&PinnedHotelID=116189149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054376) ![Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6750000/6747600/6747597/539b0fe8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2 95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter Hanoi £45 16 Dec - 17 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (6,176 reviews) Fantastic location. Surrounded by so many restaurants and cafes. Close to everywhere. Comfy beds. Breakfast is bit repetitive, but still very fresh and delicious. Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F12%2F2025&endDate=17%2F12%2F2025&selected=6747597&PinnedHotelID=6747597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054376) ![Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116880000/116878400/116878323/c5ca7d5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel 59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter Hanoi £44 15 Dec - 16 Dec includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,706 reviews) The staff are exemplary!! Every member of the team was warm, attentive, and genuinely eager to ensure our comfort throughout our stay. They arranged our pickup from the airport, helped us procure a local SIM, and advised us on what we should do and see while we were staying in Hanoi. Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=116878323&PinnedHotelID=116878323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054376) [See all 6,261 properties in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6054376) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Diamond Westlake Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/906200/906150/5a5082d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Diamond Westlake Suites 96 To Ngoc Van, Quang An Hanoi Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ... 9/10 Wonderful! (472 reviews) 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 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hotels-Diamond-Westlake-Suites.h906150.Hotel-Information) ![Fraser Suites Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1920000/1916300/1916228/d948d74a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fraser Suites Hanoi 51 Xuan Dieu Street, Tay Ho Ward Hanoi Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are located ... 9/10 Wonderful! (240 reviews) Prompt and exceptional service, excellent amenities, luxurious standard rooms, incredible value. Two grocery stores located within the same building with wide selection of wares. Countless F&B options walking distance from the hotel and nice neighbourhood overall. Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hotels-Fraser-Suites-Hanoi.h1916228.Hotel-Information) ![Elegant Suites Westlake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9050000/9045500/9045496/eced9b34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elegant Suites Westlake 10B Dang Thai Mai Street Hanoi Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews) Clean room, great staff, lovely room and spacious. Not too far from the old town and easy to get to from the airport. Will defiantly want to stay again. GREAT morning breakfast too! Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Hotels-Elegant-Suites-Westlake.h9045496.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6054376&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Northern Vietnam hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054376&startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15)[14 Dec - 15 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054376&startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054376&startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16)[15 Dec - 16 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054376&startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054376&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025)[19 Dec - 21 Dec](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6054376&startDate=19%2F12%2F2025&endDate=21%2F12%2F2025) ### Popular places to visit ![Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62552-Hoan-Kiem-Lake.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hoan Kiem Lake 4.5/5(160 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hoan-Kiem-Lake-Old-Quarter.d6115796.Attraction) ![Halong Bay featuring a coastal town, rugged coastline and a gorge or canyon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62473-Halong-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ha-Long-Bay-Quang-Ninh-Province.d6024117.Attraction) ![Sapa Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/540a6c9171a6ff7cbc9eae878be2477d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sapa Lake 4.5/5(7 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sapa-Lake-Sa-Pa.d6312463.Attraction) ![Halong Bay Marina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/aadc31a75b09b36c7c9395876766ef4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Halong Bay Marina 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Halong-Bay-Marina-Hon-Gai.d6229344.Attraction) ![Tran Quoc Pagoda](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95417-Tran-Quoc-Pagoda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Lake 5/5(4 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Lake-Tay-Ho.d553248621526918488.Attraction) ![Hanoi Opera House which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35751-Hanoi-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi Opera House 4.5/5(79 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hanoi-Opera-House-Hoan-Kiem.d6115792.Attraction) ### Things to do ![a mazing view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50277772/63fbb835-a1be-4f48-8b0a-d22b42590211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cultural Trekking Tour of H'Mong Village In Dong Van £21 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cultural-trekking-tour-of-hmong-village-in-dong-van.a50277772.activity-details) ![sightseeing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50277379/ea6f8920-7069-45d3-89a5-77734497f42e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2 Days village Trek and Homestay in Dong Van 's Ethnic Highlands £93 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/2-days-village-trek-and-homestay-in-dong-van-s-ethnic-highlands.a50277379.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Northern Vietnam ![Hanoi featuring cycling as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30311-Hanoi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hanoi ![Halong Bay showing mountains and a bay or harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/94000/94957-Halong-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hai Phong ![Sa Pa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/540a6c9171a6ff7cbc9eae878be2477d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sa Pa ![Ninh Binh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/9c015bc52e74abe1c9a41e9a69d06cf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ninh Binh ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - 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