Vietnam Red River Delta Hanoi

Vietnam's capital and its second largest city, Hanoi boasts a rich royal history, colonial architecture, and many cultural attractions.

Explore the vibrant culture of Hanoi, getting to know its thousand-long-year history, and sampling some of the local cuisine.

A museum tracing all 54 of Vietnam's recognized ethnic groups, exhibiting traditional lifestyle, household, religions, and more.

One of Vietnam's largest art museums, this institute houses an impressive collection of Vietnamese art from throughout history.

Situated on an island on the West Lake, Hanoi's oldest temple dates to the 6C and features ten shrines and remarkable statues.

Comprised of over 30 streets retaining original style and layout, this quarter is known for its artisan shops, cafes, and fine silk.

Cross a traditional Vietnamese bridge on your way to this 19C temple, also known as the Jade Mountain Temple.

A lovely lake located in the heart of the capital, known for its turtle population, small scenic isles, and old local myths.

Home to several architectural and historic landmarks, Hanoi's largest lake offers a nice stroll away from the city bustle.

Dedicated to Confucius, this 11C temple houses Vietnam's first university and features beautiful courtyards, pavilions, and sculptures.

Satirically titled 'Hanoi Hilton,' the former prison now serves as a museum of the French Colonial period and the Vietnam War.

Housing over 28,000 relics in various exhibits, this museum traces women's position and contribution throughout Vietnam's history.

Styled after a Parisian opera house, this Neoclassical architectural landmark houses frequent performances.

Dedicated to the life and work of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese leader, the museum houses personal relics and political gifts.

Memorializing a significant victory over the French in 1946, this orderly market is full of fresh produce, meat, and seasoning.

Decorated with statues, frescoes, and several nice chapels, this 19C cathedral features Gothic Revival architecture.

Once a part of an embassy complex, this 15C Buddhist temple boasts lovely yellow facade, an array of statues, and a worshipping place.

Housed in a building mixing French and Vietnamese architecture, the museum hosts 200,000 historic items from prehistory and onward.

Dating to the 11C, this wooden pagoda rests on a single pillar in the heart of a pond and is designed to resemble a blossoming lily.

An impressive monument dedicated to the Vietnamese Communist leader, the mausoleum houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh.

Preserving its 19C French-styled facade, Hanoi's largest market overflows with traditional cuisine, clothes, and other miscellany.

A complex encompassing a fine French colonial palace, as well as a traditional stilt-house occupied by a former Vietnamese leader.

On the 65th floor of this ultra-modern skyscraper, an observation deck awaits you with magnificent views of the city and the area.

One of Hanoi's most important temples, this 11C structure boasts several remarkable ornamental details and an enormous banyan tree.

A national museum housing dioramas and pictures of battle scenes, as well as an array of armaments and captured WWII artillery.

Enjoy a traditional show of water-puppetry, an art form that originated in the 11C and still delights audiences of all ages.

A lakeside temple dedicated to Mother Goddesses. Try to visit on the 1st and 15th of a lunar month, when it is full of worshipers.

Dating to the 11C, this small temple is nestled in the heart of the Old Quarter, featuring several interesting decorative elements.

Boasting lovely Vietnamese architecture, this temple is strewn with fine sculptures, ornamental details, and decorative pillars.

Known as the spot where Senator John McCain was shot down in 1967, this lake is not quite scenic, but features a market on one of its banks.