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Offbeat track to discover the Hanoi Train Street

The Train Street

The Train Street

The Train Street

This centuries-old railway brings to the heart of Hanoi's famous new Old Quarter – the Hanoi Railway, for tourists in Hanoi, especially foreigners. Stopping at the café on the train, thinking about public health, even though it can be dangerous, makes many guests want to hear about it.

Unfortunately, as you read this, train street and all the restaurants on board were closed by the local government to keep out tourists. But if you're there to take a good photo, no problem at all.

It attracts tourists to settlements on both sides of the Hanoi railway, and near the train tracks in front of the door. The road is so short that all residents must ensure the safety of pets, cars and clothing every time the train passes while maintaining daily life on one side of the road. Discover a special train line in Hanoi, you will be amazed by the quiet and frequent experiences of people living near the train; Dive into the busy and vibrant landscape features of Hanoi. Without a doubt, the most interesting work here is photographing the people and places of stay on Hanoi's famous railway.

You may note that the train is a unique feature loved by tourists traveling to Hanoi: the neighborhood not only has cars, but only allows pedestrians, children, motorbikes and trains. Because of the small space, people study outdoors and on train tracks, such as dry clothes, cooking rice, washing dishes, etc. All work is being done on rails safely. The distance from home to the tracks is only 1m, which makes many people feel fresh when living here.

Located in the bustling heart of Hanoi, Train Street pulls out of ties. Ancient, simple roads like Hanoi are almost rare and everywhere. Visitors from all over the world come to Hanoi's Train Street to “drink coffee by the road". Therefore, Train Street is designed as a tourist destination to Hanoi for foreign tourists.

Where is Train Street in Hanoi?

The train operates through the center of Hanoi with many routes such as Phung Hung, Dien Bien Phu, Le Duan. Visitors can start by touring the railway from 224 Le Duan Railway, or not. No. 5 Tran Phu Street to Phung Hung Street is crowded and very attractive.

The metro line has attracted the greed of tourists in various social ways, so we encourage tourists in Hanoi to take a hunting trip there . The road, like many streets in Hanoi's Old Quarter, is a mix of small, high-speed buildings and narrow roads, which many people work on. If you live in Hanoi's Old Quarter, you can take a train to Phung Hung Street and meet Tran Phu Street. If you take a taxi/bike on a short road between Kham Thien and Le Duan streets, on the same road called Ngo 224 ,Le Duan.

Hanoi Old Quarter 

Hanoi Old Quarter

You can visit Train Street at the following addresses:

  • Lane 224 Le Duan, Kham Thien, Dong Da, Hanoi 
  • 5 Tran Phu Street, Hang Bong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
  • Phung Hung Street

If you miss the right time to see trains come across, then it will be a railway system passing through a small train line.

  • Monday-Friday: 7 p.m.; 7:45 p.m.; 8:30 m. 10 I get up
  • Weekends: 6 a.m.; 9:00 a.m.; 11:20 p.m.; 3:20 p.m.; 5:30 p.m.; 6p.m; 7 p.m.; 7:45 p.m.; 8 hours and 30 minutes. 9 p.m.; 11 p.m.

This can be solved and there will always be a delay of 15 minutes. Therefore, it is best to arrive at least 30 minutes before the set time to find a good place to see it. We can prepare for tourists to have a coffee ride on our train route. It's a simple but straightforward experience.

Suggest the best time to explore Hanoi Train Street

Suggest the best time to explore Hanoi Train Street

Suggest the best time to explore Hanoi Train Street

Visitors excitedly wait for the train to arrive

The bends of the railway line crossing the old town attract many international visitors to visit and experience. Many foreign visitors have started studying at a small section of Tran Phu Street or Phung Hung Street Station to walk and take photos.

During the day, very few trains pass, so that visitors can travel and explore the narrow, hidden corridors to feel the public life here in a sensual way. In the evening, sightseeing activities stop completely to start watching the train street and enjoying food,  drinking water.
Absolutely to start watching the railway and enjoying food and drinks. On the contrary, Train Street has become one of the must-visit destinations when traveling to Hanoi. Visitors will have vivid invisible paintings and find wisdom. Despite being warned about the dangers of traveling and traveling on the tracks, Hanoi's Train Street still has strong appeal. Visitors from many places still want to come here to hear Hanoi's interest in a small beef. But be careful to protect yourself, always be careful when visiting for safety purposes!

Interesting activities here

Enjoy coffee and delicious drinks at Hanoi Train Street

Enjoy coffee and delicious drinks at Hanoi Train Street

Enjoy coffee and delicious drinks at Hanoi Train Street

Unique small shops located along the railway street along the train line, people open small cafes to serve visitors coming here to visit. Some of the most famous shops such as Railway Cafe,Café Ga Dong Duong… Get more customers for them. There are also small barriers and analysis areas and there are seating for tourists to relax and watch the trains come across. Beautiful houses and small cafes located near both sides of the tracks make for a unique sight for visitors. They all have a rail system to allow residents and visitors up to four and you can watch the train move or take extra precautions when crossing the street to ensure safety. The train lines run night and morning, so during the day this is the place to enjoy coffee and other drinks between the tracks. This pleases many visitors. To think that the feeling of drinking coffee inside the train tracks or standing on the train tracks is an enchanted feeling. Visitors love the ancient architectural lines on the railway, where the best pace of human life and Asian culture takes place.

Foreign tourists love the check-in experience on the tracks at HaNoi Train Street

Foreign tourists love the check-in experience on the tracks at HaNoi Train Street

Foreign tourists love the check-in experience on the tracks at HaNoi Train Street

Train Street was published in the British newspaper DailyMail in April 2014. Since then, this area has become a “hot" tourist destination in  Hanoi  .

Hanoi's metro line remains an attractive destination. The curved subway in Train Street is one of the preferred places to visit not only in Vietnameses but also for foreigners. Even in the hot summer, you can see a few tourists taking pictures here. Now, with the roads closed, many tourists think it would be generous not to keep the street memorable in Vietnam.

On TripAdvisor, Hanoi's Train Street ranks second among the 107 most impressive attractions in Hanoi. Visitors who come to check the train line day and night have extremely interesting experiences, happily waiting until the train time is right in sight.  If you've read about “Two Children" by Thach Lam, there will be unpleasant and interesting feelings as historically children wait for the train to arrive. By looking at the train route, visitors not only experience joy while waiting for the train to pass, but also find themselves at the rhythm of everyone's life here with joy and wonder.

Notes

Notes

Notes

Referring to the memory of Hanoi's Train Street, it is no longer easy to have the experience of waiting if the train passes by. Up to 10 trains pass through narrow tracks per day. If restaurants remain open, staff will clear tables and ask customers to stay away from the tracks for 15 minutes before the train arrives.

The Hanoi Train Street is considered a dangerous tourist destination. Along the way, you can see many metal bars and warning signs talking about strict rules:

– No crowded gatherings

– Do not take photos, record videos

– Do not walk, stand, sit on the tracks

– Do not display chairs, tables and street vendors on and along the tracks

Although everything today is in the past, the train must have brought back many good memories of visitors to Hanoi, especially foreigners.

If you are ready to plan your trip to Hanoi, add to the list of the city's most interesting tourist attractions.

Summary

Hanoi’s Tran Phu Street, also known as Saigon Street, is a bustling street located in the heart of the city. It is a perfect place for tourists to experience the vibrant culture and history of Hanoi. The street is lined with a variety of shops, from traditional craft stores to modern boutiques, offering a wide range of products for tourists to choose from. The street is also home to numerous street food stalls, serving up delicious local dishes at affordable prices. The architecture of the buildings along the street is a mix of old and new, reflecting the city’s rich history and rapid modernization. The street is always bustling with activity, from locals going about their daily lives to tourists exploring the city. The atmosphere is lively and energetic, making it a great place to experience the authentic Hanoi lifestyle. Therefore, tourists from abroad should definitely consider exploring and experiencing this street during their visit to Hanoi.

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Day 01

HANOI ARRIVAL – GREETING – HANOI CITY TOUR– Private Tour (L)

  • Good morning, pick you up at Noi Bai International
  • Airport and transfer to Hanoi Capital city.
  • Check-in the hotel then have lunch at the restaurant.
  • Afternoon sightseeing tour begins with a visit to President Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ( closed on Monday and Friday, every afternoon, and whole from 15 June – 15 August, view the outside the building). Inside the mausoleum, there are sightseeing of the Presidential Palace (view from outside), President’s Fishpond, House On Stilts, and One Pillar Pagoda.
  • Next, we will pay a visit to the Temple of Literature. It is where Confucius – The founder of Confucianism was worshiped. This place as known as the first National University of Vietnam. It is where kings, mandarins, talented people of Vietnam training to the functionary.
  • Our tour continues with an exciting visit. We will visit one of the most beautiful lakes in Hanoi is Hoan Kiem Lake. Then, we will go to the Ngoc Son Temple, which is in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake.
  • Continue a short walking tour around the old quarter with a tour guide.

Day Inclusions: Private A/C transfer, English-speaking tour guide in Hanoi, lunch, entrance fee, hotel in Hanoi

Day 02

HANOI – NINH BINH (TAM COC, HOA LU) TOUR (B/L)

  • Good morning, have breakfast at the hotel.
  • 7.30 – 8.00 AM: Pick you up at your hotel in the Old Quarter and transfer to Tam Coc.
  • 8.00 – 10.00 AM: After two hours of transferring, our tour guide will introduce you to Vietnam as the history, culture, lifestyle of local people. On the conical hat, we will have a mini-game show to teach you how to say and write some Vietnamese simple words such as Xin Chào, Tạm Biệt, Tôi yêu Ninh Bình, etc. We will give you a little souvenir and you can wear it during the trip.
  • 10 AM: We will prepare for a boat trip to visit the beautiful Tam Coc. It takes 1.30 hours rowing along the Ngo Dong river through the three mysterious caves. You can enjoy spectacular scenery surrounded by rice paddies and towering limestone mountain peaks.
  • 11.30 AM: We will get on Thanh pier for a short walk to visit Thai Vi Temple, which is one of the well-known temples in Ninh Binh, Vietnam. We will continue 10 minutes walking along majestic valley with rice fields, rivers and lotus ponds for Tam Coc Nature Lodge where we will relaxing
  • Enjoy your lunch in here – Vietnamese food.
  • 1.30 PM: you have a chance to be a fisherman and learn how to catch the fish in the pond or river.
  • 2:00 – 3:00 PM: We ride a bike to Thung Nang, along the river among the rice field, lotus ponds, and limestone Mountains. We will continue to through a peaceful Dan Khe Trong village. This area is a real picture of the rural countryside in the north of Vietnam.
  • 15: 00: Return the van, drive to visit Hoa Lu Ancient citadel which was built in the 10th century, and the temple dedicated to King Dinh and King Le
  • 4:00 PM: Back to Hanoi Capital.
  • 18:30: Arrive in Hanoi & we will drop you at your hotel in the Old Quarter.
  • Have dinner is available on your request.
  • Overnight at the Hanoi Hotel.

Day Inclusions: Car/Mini-Van, Outstanding English speaking guide, Lunch – Vietnamese Cuisine at Tam Coc Nature Eco Lodge, All sightseeing tickets, Good bike with gears, 02 bottles of Mineral water, Services charges and government tax, Rowing boat to visit Tam Coc, One conical hat as souvenir, Demonstration of teaching to learn how to write, speak Vietnamese, and catch fish

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HANOI – HALONG CRUISE (B/L/D)

  • Good morning! Enjoy your with have breakfast at your hotel, then check-out the hotel.
  • 07:30 am – 08:00: Pick up from your hotel to travel to Halong Bay (notice: pickup time can be a bit flexible depending on each different Cruise, distance Hanoi – Halong bay is 160km, a stop for break time on halfway for a refreshment).
  • You enjoy the drive and sightseeing the peaceful countryside scenery during the bus trip (4 hours), we arrive at the Ha Long bay seaport at around noontime.
  • 12h 30: You will aboard the cruise, check-in & enjoy a welcome drink while your cabin will be assigned.
  • Check-in your cabin and put your luggage in, relax and may do a short inspection tour by moving around the cruise to discover about the cruise’s architecture & design
  • Enjoy the sumptuous lunch with fresh seafood meal while cruise slowly gliding out into the Halong bay.
  • 15h00 – 16h00: Explore the amazing Sung Sot Cave – the most beautiful cave in Halong Bay.
  • 16h00 – 17h00: Cruising to Titop Island. Go swimming and relaxing at the beach of Titop or climb up to the top of the island for a view panorama of Halong Bay.
  • 17h00 – 17h30: Return to the boat, enjoying beautiful seascape on the way.
  • 17h30 – 19h00: Enjoy Sunset Party on the sundeck and admire the best moments of the day when the sun starts to set.

Day Inclusions: Hotel breakfast, shuttle bus A/C transfer, English speaking tour guide on CRUISE only, entrance fee, full board, joint Cruise in Halong bay with private cabin (2 persons share 1 cabin)

Day 04

HALONG BAY – HANOI (B/L)

  • Start your day with Tai Chi exercises or a photo hunt.
  • 07h00 – 07h30 Have breakfast on board and enjoy the peaceful morning of Halong Bay.
  • 08h30 – 09h30 Kayak among the hidden areas of the bay, around the Drum Cave.
  • 09h45 Return to the boat. Freshen up and check out of your cabin.
  • 10h00 – 10h30 Continue your cruise exploring the Bay, passing Ba Hang fishing village, Dog Islet, and more.
  • 10h30 – 11h30 while heading back to the harbor, watch the fruit carving demonstration and participate in the Cooking Class before enjoying a traditional Vietnamese lunch.
  • 11h45 – 12h00 Disembark V’Spirit Classic.
  • 12h15 – 12h30 Transfer back to Hanoi.
  • About 16:00 – Arrival back to Hanoi central city, recheck in the hotel
  • Dinner is available on your request.
  • Free time & Overnight in Hanoi city

Day 05

HANOI CITY CENTER TO NOI BAI AIRPORT – DEPARTURE (B)

  • Good morning, enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Then, you have some free time to explore Hanoi city before going to Noi Bai airport for your scheduled flight.
  • The end of the tour, thank you and see you again!

What's included in this trip :

  • A/C accommodation with DOUBLE or TWIN ROOM (2 persons share 1 room; single room can be available on request) with daily breakfast
  • A/C transfer from Airports to the hotel and other tourist destinations according to the itinerary
  • Bus round trip to Hanoi – Ha Long Bay; (private land transfer available on request)
  • 2 days 1 night on Joint Cruise trip in Ha Long Bay, with DOUBLE or TWIN (2 persons share 1 cabin; single cabin can be available on request), full meals on board
  • Kayaking in Ha Long Bay
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary. (Breakfast = 04; Lunch = 04; Dinner = 01)
  • English- speaking guides as specified (Chinese/ Malaysian speaking guide can be available on request)
  • Entrance fees
  • Mineral water (2 bottles/ per day with sightseeing tour)
What's excluded in this trip:
  • All international and domestic flights
  • Specified as Chinese/ Malaysian/ Indonesian/Thai speaking guide can be available on request to pay for extra-fee.
  • Travel Insurance
  • Airport taxes
  • All meals not mentioned
  • Tips for tour guides, drivers, crew members in Ha Long Bay, other attendants if may have (3 USD/pax/day)
  • Other personal expenses not mentioned.

3 STAR HOTELS & CRUISES IN VIETNAM  SELECTED

 

Destination

Room Type

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

Hanoi 3-star Hotels

Adamas Deluxe City 

ADAMAS HANOI HOTEL
Refer: http://swancruiseshalong.com/

3-star Halong  Bay Cruises

Swan Cruise Deluxe

SWAN CRUISE HALONG BAY

Refer: http://swancruiseshalong.com/


4 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED

 

Destination

Room Type

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

  Hanoi  4-star Hotels

The light deluxe with window

THE LIGHT HOTEL HANOI

Refer: thelighthotelhanoi.com/en/

4-star Halong Bay Cruises

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Refer: www.sealifegroup.com

5 STAR HOTELS & CRUISE IN VIETNAM SELECTED

 

Destination

Hotel Category

HOTEL NAME, ROOM TYPE & WEBSITE

  Hanoi 5-star hotels

Deluxe Sketch Apricot Hotel

 APRICOT HOTEL HANOI

Refer: apricothotels.com/room/sketch

5-star Halong bay Cruises

Deluxe Room with Ocean View Margaret

MARGARET CRUISE HALONG BAY

Refer: https://margaretcruises.com

 

The hotels and cruise are subject to change to similar category in case of fully booked

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