Old Quarter Travel Guide

Hanoi

Hanoi featuring street scenes
Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and street scenes
Hang Gai Street featuring cycling as well as an individual female
Old Quarter
Ngoc Son Temple showing a bridge as well as an individual female

Popular places to visit

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
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
Dong Xuan Market showing markets, a city and street scenes

Dong Xuan Market

4/5(113 reviews)

Browse hundreds of stalls in Hanoi’s biggest marketplace in the heart of the Old Quarter.

Dong Xuan Market
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre which includes theatre scenes, interior views and performance art

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

4.5/5(63 reviews)

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.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Hanoi Old City Gate which includes night scenes and street scenes

Quan Chuong Gate

4.5/5(82 reviews)

The attractive shape of the only city gate remaining in Hanoi harks back to a time when the city was under siege.

Quan Chuong Gate
Hang Gai Street featuring signage and street scenes

Hang Gai Street

4/5(23 reviews)

This boisterous street is renowned for silks, custom tailoring, colorful displays and hand-crafted souvenirs, all hanging from faded yellow façades.

Hang Gai Street

Top hotels in Old Quarter

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 ₹3,194 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹3,194
₹3,622 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (4,794 reviews)
"The location was amazing, the hotel room was good, only issue was there was only 1 outlet which was inconvenient. But overall experience was good."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
2 Hoi Vu Street, Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
The price is ₹2,173 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹2,173
₹2,464 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,966 reviews)
"This is a really excellent hotel. Great facilities, great service, great location, lovely breakfast and value for money. Would not hesitate to stay again, indeed would be first choice on any return to Hanoi."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

5 out of 5
15 Ngo Quyen Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹18,880 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹18,880
₹21,409 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved it"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
33 Duong Thanh, Hanoi
The price is ₹8,131 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
₹8,131
₹9,468 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (842 reviews)
"Beyond 5 stars for the superb staff! So warm, welcoming and thoughtful. A special acknowledgment to Ms. Julie and Ms. Sam - truly exceptional hosts! My stay was not long enough - I will definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi

4 out of 5
35 - 37 Hang Trong, Hoàn Kiem, Hanoi, vietnam
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! (1,124 reviews)
"The hotel staff went above and beyond in making our first time to Hanoi a very pleasant and stress free experience. The breakfast was always excellent and even though the hotel is a little out dated, it preserves all the traditional character of the old quarter."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
The Oriental Jade Hotel

The Oriental Jade Hotel

5 out of 5
No. 92-94 Hang Trong Str., Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Hanoi
The price is ₹8,138 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹8,138
₹9,229 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
Excellent customer service! Highly recommend.
"We stayed here for 3 nights and I would highly recommend the hotel. The service was top notch and the staff went out of their way to accommodate all our requests. Rooms are clean, breakfast was great. Location was quite central and walking distance to all the places in the old quarters."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

The Oriental Jade Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Quarter

Hoan Kiem which includes outdoor eating and markets

Hang Bac

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

Hang Bac
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 Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.

Hang Dao
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Hanoi Backpacker Quarter

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

Hanoi Backpacker Quarter
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
Hanoi which includes street scenes, night scenes and signage

French Quarter

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip.

French Quarter

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