Văn Miếu Travel Guide

Hanoi

Temple of Literature which includes a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Temple of Literature featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people
Temple of Literature featuring a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people
Temple of Literature showing a temple or place of worship
Temple of Literature featuring a temple or place of worship, religious elements and interior views

Popular places to visit

Temple of Literature featuring a temple or place of worship as well as a large group of people

Temple of Literature

4.5/5(57 reviews)

Five sacred courtyards, each with a unique history, honorary inscriptions and manicured gardens, revere Confucius and the country’s best scholars.

Temple of Literature
Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a lake or waterhole, a monument and heritage architecture

Hoan Kiem Lake

4.5/5(160 reviews)

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
Tran Quoc Pagoda

West Lake

5/5(4 reviews)

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.

West Lake
Hanoi Opera House which includes heritage architecture and theatre scenes

Hanoi Opera House

4.5/5(79 reviews)

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.

Hanoi Opera House
St. Joseph Cathedral showing heritage architecture, markets and heritage elements

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi

4/5(117 reviews)

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
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum which includes a monument and a park

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

4/5(95 reviews)

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

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Top hotels in Văn Miếu

Eli Rina Hotel
Eli Rina Hotel
4.5 out of 5
115 Nguyen Khuyen, Hanoi
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
"Love this hotel. Kitchen is a perk."

Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025

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Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
4 out of 5
95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
The price is ₹4,348 per night from 18 May to 19 May
₹4,348
₹4,930 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (4,221 reviews)
"Was a delightful stay, staff were very attentive"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

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Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the WiFi in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,550 reviews)
"This is an excellent hotel in a very convenient spot. All the recommendations that Anna and her team made were great. They were very accommodating when our boat cruise was canceled and made a great recommendation for the Ninh Binh day tour. All of the facilities were great, and breakfast was very ..."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

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Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi, vietnam
The price is ₹5,678 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
₹5,678
₹6,722 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,026 reviews)
"Fantastic boutique hotel… wonderful people"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

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Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
The price is ₹10,147 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹10,147
₹11,507 total
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (762 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and friendly, efficient staff. Fabulous location, just set back from the street, amazing breakfast and spotlessly clean. We’d stay here again. There’s some building work around the hotel which finishes around 8/8.30pm but it didn’t disturb us - you’re in the centre of a very busy ..."

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
San Grand Hotel
San Grand Hotel
4 out of 5
No.02 Cau Go Alley, Hang Bac Str., Hoan Kiem Dist., Hanoi Old Quarter, Hanoi
The price is ₹5,631 per night from 9 May to 10 May
₹5,631
₹6,509 total
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (342 reviews)
Lovely stay
"Excellent hotel and very friendly customer service…thank you :)"

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Văn Miếu

Hanoi featuring cycling as well as an individual female

Điện Biên

While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Hanoi War Museum.

Điện Biên
St. Joseph Cathedral showing a city, religious elements and a church or cathedral

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 Trong
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes

Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(549 area reviews)

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.

Hoan Kiem
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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.

Hàng Bồ
Hanoi featuring street scenes

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.

Old Quarter
Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

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.

Hang Dao

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