French Quarter Travel Guide
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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.

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.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Stories from local legends are told at this theatre with hand-carved wooden dolls and colourful dragons that perform on a stage on the water.
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Other neighbourhoods around French Quarter

Hoan Kiem
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi are top sights worth seeing.

Hang Bac
While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.

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.

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
Hanoi Backpacker Quarter is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Ta Hien Street and Bach Ma Temple while you're in town.

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.
- Places of interest
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- More trip options
- Ly Thai To Park
- Lý Thái Tổ Monument
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- West Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Dong Xuan Market
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
- Bao Son Paradise Park
- Temple of Literature
- Hang Gai Street
- Ta Hien Street
- Ngoc Son Temple