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.
Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centrepiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.
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.
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.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
Train Street
You can take time to visit Train Street during your travels to Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Cống Vị
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
Great hotel and club lounge
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
HOTEL YAH HANOI
This is a Japanese hotel, in an area with a lot of Japanese and Korean restaurants and shops. The area is quite different to the old town - very few tourists but pretty nice. The hotel itself was a basic clean Japanese style. Good room and bathroom. Staff really only speak very basic English but ...
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2025
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Very good location. Just near to the Hoan Kiem Lake
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
We had a fantastic two week stay here. The staff were so nice, the room was clean and comfortable, and the location was close to everything. Highly recommended!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel
Great
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Melia Hanoi
Great hotel
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cống Vị
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 One Pillar Pagoda might round out your trip.
Cau Giay
Cau Giay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Indochina Plaza Ha Noi and Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
Dong Da
You'll enjoy the bars and lake views in Dong Da. You might want to make time for a stop at Temple of Literature or Train Street.
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.
Điện Biên
While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Hanoi War Museum.
Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square.
