Dong Da Travel Guide
Hanoi
Popular places to visit
Temple of Literature
Five sacred courtyards, each with a unique history, honorary inscriptions and manicured gardens, revere Confucius and the country’s best scholars.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Dong Da
Novotel Hanoi Thai Ha
Good hotel
Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025
Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel
Really helpful staff, room was clean, good location. Breakfast was in a different hotel which was okay but basic.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Balcony room 6th floor. Great city viee
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel
The staff are nice and very polite, and the breakfast is excellent. I will come back here again on my next visit.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
We were very pleased with the stay
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Melia Hanoi
Everything was great
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dong Da
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.
Điện Biên
While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Imperial Citadel of Thang Long.
Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing.
Hoan Kiem
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.
Hai Ba Trung
Hai Ba Trung is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Vincom Center and Hom Market.
Hàng Bồ
While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.
Dong Da Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Hotels in Dong Da by Star Rating
- Hotels in top Hanoi neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Temple of Literature
- Dong Da General Hospital
- Hanoi CIty Social Insurance Dong Da District
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- West Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Dong Xuan Market
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Ta Hien Street
- Hang Gai Street
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
