Old Quarter

Hanoi

Hanoi which includes street scenes
Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage
Hang Gai Street showing cycling as well as an individual femail
O Quan Chuong featuring a city and night scenes
Ngoc Son Temple showing a bridge as well as an individual femail

Popular places to visit

Hoan Kiem Lake showing a monument, heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole

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.

Hoan Kiem Lake
Evening view in Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi Old Town Night Market

During your trip to Hanoi, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Hanoi Old Town Night Market. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this culturally rich area.

Hanoi Old Town Night Market
St. Joseph Cathedral showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre which includes interior views, performance art and theater scenes

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Stories from local legends are told at this theater with hand-carved wooden dolls and colorful dragons that perform on a stage on the water.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Dong Xuan Market showing a city, street scenes and markets

Dong Xuan Market

Browse hundreds of stalls in Hanoi’s biggest marketplace in the heart of the Old Quarter.

Dong Xuan Market
Hanoi Old City Gate showing night scenes and street scenes

Quan Chuong Gate

The attractive shape of the only city gate remaining in Hanoi harks back to a time when the city was under siege.

Quan Chuong Gate

Things to do

Mua cave

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

￥5,769
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike
Hanoi Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

￥2,962
per adult
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

￥5,686
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities

￥1,559
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Vietnam Day Trips All-Inclusive, Bus, Guide, Meals & Activities
Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

￥7,531
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour
1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer

1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer

￥5,223
per adult
1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer
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Old Quarter Hotel Deals

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem Hanoi
The price is ￥18,061 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
￥18,061
￥21,384 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,271 reviews)
Nice place that is close to everything

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

4 out of 5
52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi Hanoi
The price is ￥10,312 per night from Apr 13 to Apr 14
￥10,312
￥11,694 total
Apr 13 - Apr 14
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,764 reviews)
A small but very friendly hotel. Breakfast was delicious and level of service unbeatable. Very close to restaurants, massage spots and sights.

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel

Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel

5 out of 5
36 Lo Su , Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem Ha Noi Hanoi
The price is ￥20,141 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
￥20,141
￥21,752 total
Apr 18 - Apr 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and private pools. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (456 reviews)
One night stay, great breakfast and super clean room. Staff were the best part and made the stay fantastic. Special thanks to the team who checked us in (Happy) and for help in the morning from May.

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE

HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE

5 out of 5
21-23-25 Cua Dong Street, Hoan Kiem Ward Hanoi Hanoi
The price is ￥26,325 per night from Mar 24 to Mar 25
￥26,325
￥29,852 total
Mar 24 - Mar 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...
10/10 Exceptional! (189 reviews)
My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights. It was faultless from start to finish. We arrived at 7am at the hotel after a 12 hour flight from London and we thought our room wouldn’t be ready. After having a conversation with the staff and a short fee later that had confirmed we could check in and ...

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

HOTEL du LAC SIGNATURE
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh Hanoi
The price is ￥21,634 per night from Apr 18 to Apr 19
￥21,634
￥25,105 total
Apr 18 - Apr 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
Best breakfast

Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Meritel Hanoi

Meritel Hanoi

5 out of 5
153 Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem District Hanoi
The price is ￥20,448 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
￥20,448
￥22,084 total
Apr 16 - Apr 17
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (541 reviews)
Very comfortable hotel, staff are very friendly and always eager to please, great Air Con system, nice pool and roof top bar, breakfast was just ok, I’ve seen better offerings. little limited selections compared with other like style hotels.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

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Other neighborhoods around Old Quarter

Tube house Old Quarter Hanoi. As taxes were levied based upon street frontage,tube houses were born and developed.Narrow,but extending backwards and upwards with courtyards in between, as in this example situated on Ma May. #Culture

Hang Bac

If you're spending some time in Hang Bac, Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Bac
Hanoi, Vietnam - 22nd June 2019: Aerial view of Hoan Kiem Lake with its surrounding buildings, in Hanoi Old Quarter, Vietnam; at a bright sunny morning.

Hang Dao

If you're spending some time in Hang Dao, Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Dao
Just an everyday sight on every street in the Old Quarter Hanoi, Vietnam. A beguiling tapestry of character,characters and colour. #OnTheRoad

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

Travelers come to Hanoi Backpacker Quarter for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Ta Hien Street and Ancient House while you're in town.

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
View from our Apricot Hotel Hanoi

Hang Trong

If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Trong
Hàng Bồ

Hàng Bồ

While Hàng Bồ isn't home to many top sights, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hàng Bồ
Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(1,813 area reviews)

Explore the Old Quarter's narrow streets and traditional atmosphere, with merchants specializing in goods like silver and jewelry. Don't miss attractions such as Hanoi Opera House, Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre, and St. Joseph's Cathedral.

Hoan Kiem

Old Quarter

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