Vietnamese capital city Hanoi is renowned for its dynamic culture, rich history, and contemporary attractions. Hanoi has a number of hipster districts that are ideal for discovery for people looking for unusual and fashionable experiences. Including locations, activities, modes of transportation, directions, and admissions, this is a guide to some of the hipster hotspots in Hanoi that you really should not miss.
West Lake
The biggest natural lake in Hanoi is West Lake, sometimes called Ho Tay. One may also classify it as a famous location in Vietnam’s capital city.
Known by several names, including Kim Nguu Lake, Mu Suong Lake, and Xac Cao Pond, was the West Lake. Every one of them was connected to a myth about the beginnings of the fabled West Lake.
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Directions: By Taxi or Ride-hailing Apps- Grab and local taxis are both easily available.
Three ticket kinds are available for access at West Lake Water Park for various visitor groups:
Note: The admission ticket fee is reduced to 100,000 VND after 4:30 p.m. every day.
Situated both north and west of Hoan Kiem Lake. 36 streets make up this region. Hang Dau Street runs from the northernmost point of the old quarter to Phung Hung Street on the westernmost. Hang Bong Street, Hang Gai Street, Cau Go Street, and Hang Thung Street are in the southern section; Tran Quang Khai Street and Tran Nhat Duat Street are in the eastern section.
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Hoan Kiem Lake
A close look of Turtle Tower
Historic streets
Popular as a substitute for the sometimes crowded Old Quarter, Ba Dinh District has a number of neighbourhood bars with a view of the Hanoi Botanical Gardens, as well as mid-range hotels and charming eateries. Just west of the Hoan Kiem area, in a central location. Ten square kilometres makes this one of the smallest districts. Anh has a highly dense population—more than 20,000 individuals per square kilometre.
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Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
One Pillar Pagoda
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Dong Da District in Hanoi, with its distinctive urban atmosphere, is a must-visit destination in addition to Hoan Kiem District, which provides endless experiences for foreign visitors, or Ba Dinh District, which boasts historic, French-designed architecture, or Tay Ho District, which offers great tranquilly. Dong Da District is located southwest of Hoan Kiem.
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Located: Dong Da, Hanoi; 58 Quoc Tu Giam
Time of operation: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
VND 30,000 is the entrance charge (free for guests with severe disabilities and children under 15).
The Temple of Literature
Located: Nga Tu So Overpass, Dong Da, Hanoi.
Student Streets – “Pho Sinh Vien" are open all day. In Dong Da Districts, Chua Lang and Chua Boc streets are the focal points of several well-known universities. University students find them to be convenient because they have a number of reasonably priced clothes stores, cafes, and eateries.
Hai Ba Trung
The Hai Ba Trung District is located south of Hoan Kiem.
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Located: 238 Lạc Trung, Hai Bà Trưng, Hanoi
Though it was just invented in the early 1900s, pho has now become the most famous noodle soup in Vietnamese cooking.
Try the traditionally prepared and moderately priced Pho at Thanh Ha Pho on Lac Trung Street. The fact that most toddlers enjoy the delectable fried rice this restaurant serves makes it family-friendly as well.
Operation hours: 8 a.m. to 23 p.m.
There are usually two choices for true gourmets in Hanoi: The Old Quarter or The New Quarter. The new quarter is a lovely tree-lined region that spans five to six blocks of Bui Thi Xuan, Mai Hac De, Trieu Viet Vuong, Ba Trieu, and Hue street; the Old Quarter covers the little streets that encircle Hoan Kiem Lake. With several excellent international restaurants (Saigon, Hai Phong, Japanese and Thai cuisines on Trieu Viet Vuong, for example), boutique cafés (Bui Thi Xuan, Mai Hac De), bars and pubs, hair salons and chocolate shops, this area becomes lively both days and evenings. The stores and eateries here are larger and less conventional than those in the Old Quarter, but they are no less real; they represent a vibrant 2000s Hanoi economy and how people are embracing a rapid (good) pace of change, where originality progressively trumps traditional characteristics.
Take a Leisurely Walk Around Thien Quang Lake, Halais Lake Particularly in the morning, Halais Lake is a great place to go sightseeing. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll around the lake to take in the tranquil surroundings and visit the three neighbouring pagodas, Thien Quang, Quang Hoa, and Phap Hoa. You can also see the lake rather clearly from these pagodas.
Conclusion
Hipster districts abound in Hanoi, serving a wide range of interests from food and shopping to the arts and cultures. Every neighbourhood offers special charm and experiences that make them ideal for tour exploration. You’ll find lots to see and do in these hip Hanoi neighbourhoods, whether you decide to wander around West Lake, explore the lively Old Quarter, or experience the historical and modern fusion in Ba Dinh and Dong Da.
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3 STAR HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM SELECTED
Destination |
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HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE |
Hanoi 3-star Hotels |
Adamas Deluxe City |
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3-star Halong Bay Cruises |
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Destination |
Room Type |
HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE |
Hanoi 4-star Hotels |
The light deluxe with window |
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4-star Halong Bay Cruises |
Sealife Suite Canbin |
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5 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED
Destination |
Hotel Category |
HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE |
Hanoi 5-star hotels |
Deluxe Sketch Apricot Hotel |
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5-star Halong bay Cruises |
Deluxe Room with Ocean View Margaret |
MARGARET CRUISE HALONG BAY Refer: https://margaretcruises.com |
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