Tours from Hanoi

Babylon Premium Hotel & Spa
Address: 05 – 07 Hang Hom, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Le Jardin Hotel
Address: 46A Nguyen Truong To street, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi.
La Sinfonía del Rey Hotel & Spa
Address: 33-35 Hang Dau Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
La Siesta Premium hotel
Address: 27 Hang Be Street, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
Anatole Hanoi Hotel
Address: 26 Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
Rex Hanoi Hotel & Spa
Address: 42 – 44 Gia Ngu Street, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi
The Lapis hotel
Address: 21 Tran Hung Dao Street, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi

JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi
Address: 08 Do Duc Road Me Tri Ward, South Tu Liem District, Hanoi
Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Address: 15 Ngo Quyen, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Capella hotel
Address: 11 Le Phung Hieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Address: 33 Duong Thanh, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
Address: 54, Lieu Giai street, Cong Vi ward, Ba Dinh district, Hanoi.
InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72
Address: Keangnam Hanoi Landmark Tower
Apricot Hotel
Address: 136 Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Dist, Hanoi

The period from November to February is the ideal time for travelers to come to Hanoi because it is the peak tourist season. During this time, the temperature is rather mild and pleasant.  

When first fly to Hanoi in November, we promise that you will be infatuated with the peaceful and poetic landscapes here in an instant. It is easy for you to see a fine show of blossoms. All kinds of flowers show their colors, especially milk flowers, apricots and peaches. Visitors can take a tour of some beauty spots such as West Lake, the Old Quater, and Thang Long Imperial Citadel.  

Entering December, the coolest month, tourists will see the golden leaves slightly fall on the ground, one by one until trees are reft of leaves. It’s quite dreary, right? The winter in Hanoi and other regions in Vietnam is usually wrapped in a blanket of greyish mood. Anyway, it’s still worth visiting!

January and February are months of birth growth, months of rejuvenating life, and months of growth. Vietnamese people believe that spring brings good weather and great hope for a happy marriage with obedient offspring so reaching Hanoi in spring for your honeymoon is incredibly romantic and meaningful. 

In February, the Tet holiday, the biggest public celebration in Vietnam is an event that you cannot miss. Tet holds the sacred meaning of reunion, renewal, thanksgiving & hope. No matter how far away people work or study, Vietnamese try to save up time and money during the year for homecoming on Tet as it is the perfect time for family gatherings. Like Westerners, on New Year’s Day, family members gather to recap the old year and make resolutions for the new year, let off firecrackers to keep the evil spirit away and perform unicorn dances as well. So, if possible, ask for locals to welcome Tet with them, or at least, come to Hanoi this time to join the most festive atmosphere here. 

Going to a rooftop bar has recently become a very popular trend in Vietnam for its laid-back vibe. Particularly, the ambiance, the views and the heights have conquered the hearts of all people and made them linger for hours. In Hanoi, here are the top 7 rooftop bars you must consider to have a go. 

Diamond Sky Bar

• Address: 13th, 14th, 15th Floors, Hanoi La Siesta Diamond Hotel & Spa, 32 Lo Su Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi 

Lighthouse Sky Bar

• Address: Rooftop floor, La Siesta Premium hotel, 27 Hang Be Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Top of Hanoi

• Address: Floor 65, Lotte Hotel Hanoi, 54 Lieu Giai, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.

Aira Sky Bar

• Address: Address. 38a P. Tran Phu, Dien Bien, Ba Dinh, Hanoi

Sol Sky Bar

• Address: No 22 Bao Khanh street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

Ignite Sky Bar

• Address: No. 33 Duong Thanh, Cua Dong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Terraço Sky Bar

• Address: 33 – 35 Hàng Dau Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

The Vietnam Museum of Ethnology is a remarkable institution dedicated to preserving and showcasing the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam’s diverse ethnic groups. Located in Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, the museum serves as a window into the country’s vibrant past and present, offering visitors an immersive experience and a deeper understanding of its diverse cultures.

Established in 1997, the museum stands as a testament to Vietnam’s commitment to preserving its cultural diversity and promoting intercultural dialogue. It serves as an important educational resource, research center, and cultural hub, attracting both local and international visitors who seek to explore the fascinating tapestry of Vietnam’s ethnic traditions, customs, and ways of life.

Open hours

• Tuesday to Sunday: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
• The museum is typically closed on Mondays and New Year’s holiday.

Entrance fee

• Adults: 40,000 VND 
• Students with valid ID: 15,000 VND 
• Children under 6 years old: free admission
• Elderly people, people with impairments, and ethnic minorities: 50% discount

Interpretation fee

There are additional guides available in Vietnamese, English, and French. 

• In-house interpretation (in Vietnamese): 50,000 VND
• Outdoor interpretation (in Vietnamese): 50,000 VND
• Entire museum (in Vietnamese): 100,000 VND
• In-house interpretation (English or French): 100,000 VND

Hanoi Hilton Prison symbolizes one of the darkest times in Vietnam’s history when revolutionary Vietnam rebels are kept and tortured brutally. Today, it is a significant tourist attraction luring thousands of visitors to sightseeing and learning more about the dark history of Vietnam during the war. 

As a historical relic, it stirs up strong emotions in visitors when they see artifacts including the guillotine, flight suit and parachute used by John McCain. Soldiers who survived the war all describe Hanoi Hilton Prison as hell on Earth. Come here, you will prove to yourself that’s cruel and dreadful truth! 

For Vietnamese, Hanoi Hilton Prison is commonly called Hoa Lo Prison –  “fire earthen stove” because the savage prison is located on Hoa Lo Street where wood stoves and coal-fire stoves were sold in pre-colonial times. 

US people call it Hanoi Hilton because the prison used to capture many US prisoners of war (POW). French people refer to it as Maison Centrale or Central Prison. 

• Address: No. 1 Hoa Lo, Tran Hung Dao, Hoan Kiem District, Ha Noi
• Opening times: From 8h00 to 17h00 every day (Including festivals and holidays)
• Daily ticket price: 30 000 VND (~$1.2) for adults, 15 000 VND for students
• Audio Guide: 100 000 VND (~$4)

Gordon Ramsay, a multi-Michelin-starred chef and star of the small screen, has put Vietnamese cuisine high on the top priority of must-try cuisine. During the time he spent in Vietnam to explore the aura of Vietnamese food, he commented: “Thank God I wasn’t born in Vietnam, I’m just a bad cook here” and “Vietnamese people don’t realize how their very cheap dishes have high culinary standards“. That really proves the soul of the S-shaped country’s gastronomy.

It goes without saying that Hanoi’s food, the capital city of Vietnam, is the best embodiment of Vietnam’s food for tourists with limited time in Vietnam. By attending Hanoi cooking classes, you will seize the chance to make yourself some famous delicacies of Vietnam. Throughout the itinerary, you would also get a grasp of diverse Vietnamese ingredients and seasonings, and even differentiate them, which is exciting and challenging at the same time. After the class, you would be confident to treat your beloved family and friends to the mesmerizing Viet dishes

Introduction of 36 Streets of Hanoi

Overview

According to records, King Le Hien Tong divided Thang Long citadel into 36 areas, known as 36 streets, which belonged to the two districts of Vinh Xuong and Quang Duc in 174. This may be a trading town because of the occupation characteristics of the region. 

The 36 streets of Hanoi are the old urban areas located inside and outside the Hanoi Old Quarter. The most characteristic of the Old Quarter is the craft village streets, and the old houses imbued with traditional Vietnamese architecture.

In the past, artisans from all over the craft villages around Thang Long citadel gathered here to trade; they divided by area and focused on selling the main products of their craft villages. And the streets here are named after the main products sold there, plus the word “Hang” in front.

36 Streets of Hanoi Map

The Old Quarter area is mainly concentrated in the North and West of Hoan Kiem District. If you want to come here, you can go to Hoan Kiem Lake and walk along the sidewalk to the Old Quarter. Or go to another starting point, like Dong Xuan Market or O Quan Chuong. 

According to the Ministry of Construction, the Hanoi Old Quarter has a defined scope: Hang Dau Street to the North; Phung Hung Street to the west; in the south, the streets of Hang Bong, Hang Gai, Cau Go, and Hang Thung; east of Tran Quang Khai Street and Tran Nhat Duat Street. 

Hanoi Old Quarter is located in Hoan Kiem district with a total area of about 100 hectares and 76 streets belonging to 10 wards: Hang Dao, Hang Bac, Hang Buom, Hang Bo, Hang Bong, Hang Gai, Hang Ma, and Dong Xuan wards; Cua Dong; and Ly Thai To.

Although the old streets of Hanoi are also located outside this area in other districts such as Ba Dinh, Dong Da, and Hai Ba Trung. However, the old town is located here and has retained its characteristics; it is the only region that has been conserved.

Distinctive features of 36 Streets of Hanoi

Architecture

Architecture is another feature that makes the old town unique, with its tube house structure, slanted tile roofs, and facades of shops specializing in business and trade, built mainly in the old days 18th and 19th centuries. The houses are small at first glance, but they are arranged very cleverly and reasonably by the residents, still fully serving their needs.

Culture

Going back to the old town is going back to the tradition of a thousand years of civilization, with cultural values still preserved in about 100 long-standing architectural works, including communal houses, temples, pagodas, and assembly halls, which are the most typical. Bach Ma temple is on Hang Buom street, one of the four towns of the ancient Thang Long citadel.

Cuisine

Hanoi’s Old Quarter is beautiful, with small shops along the way. Although it is not a luxury restaurant, the taste is strong enough to hold travelers back. Old town cuisine includes traditional dishes such as Bun Cha, Pho, fish vermicelli, etc., in small roadside shops or old houses with dozens of houses five years old.

1.  History and Culture of Cyclo Hanoi  

A French gentleman from Charente was invented in 1939 and brought to Vietnam. At that time, only 40 cyclos were made in Saigon, Vietnam, and in 1940 the number of Cyclos in Vietnam reached 200 throughout Hanoi or Hoi An city. 

Many drivers could speak common English phrases and could be able to explain tourist city’s landmarks and provide insights into the local way of life for you. Cyclo tours in Hanoi offer a unique way to experience the city’s history and culture. Visitors can explore the Old Quarter’s narrow streets and alleyways, lined with old houses, temples, and shops selling traditional handicrafts and street food. 

The cyclo has faced challenges in recent years, as modern transportation options have become more prevalent in Hanoi. However, many people believe that the cyclo remains an essential part of Hanoi’s cultural identity and are working to preserve this unique form of transportation and the culture that surrounds it.

2. Tours cyclo in Hanoi 

In Hanoi today, you can find cyclos anywhere in the city center. Here are a few tours in Hanoi for your reference. 

1-day Hanoi City Sightseeing with Cyclo Tour 

This tour will take you around famous places like Hoan Kiem Lake, One Pillar Pagoda, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and Ngoc Son Temple, as well as admire these magnificent landscapes. Throughout the journey, you will be provided with drinking water, a Vietnamese set lunch at a local restaurant, and hear interesting stories about the people here.

Vietnamese Cyclo Experience in Hanoi

This is a short tour, but you can still roam around Old Hanoi and glimpse the Hanoi Opera House and Hoan Kiem Lake. Besides, the drivers will bring information to help you learn the history of Hanoi.

Small-Group Street Food Cyclo Tour of Hanoi Old Quarter

This is a very interesting Hanoi cyclo tour because you can not only visit The Old Quarter, discover the cultural history around this area, but also experience the food in a small group. You will be taken to the eateries on the street, and enjoy the famous and traditional dishes in Hanoi.

mazing Hanoi Sightseeing Cyclo Tour An Hour 

Cyclo would take you around Hoan Kiem Lake with a famous view of Dong Xuan Market, Joseph Cathedral Church, and Opera House in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. You can stop at any location to buy clothing and souvenirs or take your pictures.   

Tran Quoc Temple is a Buddhist temple located on the West Lake of Hanoi, Vietnam. It is considered the oldest temple in Hanoi, with a history dating back over 1,500 years. The temple was originally built during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De in the 6th century and was named Khai Quoc, which means “National Founder.” It was later renamed Tran Quoc during the Tran Dynasty in the 13th century. The architecture of the pagoda has an ancient, golden and ochre color, and the highlight here is the 11-storey lotus tower. Tran Quoc Temple attracts tourists not only for its rich history but also its thousand-year sacredness.

• Location: No. 46 Thanh Nien, Yen Phu ward, Tay Ho district, Hanoi, Vietnam
• Open time: From 7:30 AM to 11:30 AM – From 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM / everyday
• Entrance fee: Free

Transportation to Tran Quoc Temple 

• By bus: 

The bus No. 50, E05 or E09 stop right away at Thanh Nien Street, after getting off the bus, you take a 2-3 minute walk to Tran Quoc Temple easily. 

• By taxi or Grab:

To take a taxi, you can look for a reputable taxi company in Hanoi, such as Mai Linh or Taxi Group. Alternatively, you can book a Grab ride using the Grab app on your smartphone. Simply enter your pickup location and destination as Tran Quoc Temple, and a Grab driver will pick you up and take you directly to the temple.

• By motorbike:

You can use your own motorbike or rent it at your hotel and ride it to the temple quickly and conveniently. However, you should notice that the parking lot is opposite the pagoda, next to an ice cream shop. The parking fee is from 5,000 to 10,000 VND/motorbike. 

About West Lake Hanoi

Hanoi is the capital and one of the two largest cities in Vietnam. With a tropical monsoon climate, when traveling to Hanoi, you can enjoy all four seasons of the year. Hanoi’s West Lake has long been one of the most attractive places for tourists to come here.

West Lake, also known as Kim Nguu Lake, Sac Cao Dam, Doai Ho, Dam Dam, and Lang Bac, is located in the northwest, in Tay Ho district, Hanoi. The lake is surrounded by Thanh Nien, Au Co, Thuy Khe, Lac Long Quan, and Nghi Ham streets. The lake was formerly a section of the Red River, undergoing a process, but the stagnation and flow of the river made it the largest natural lake in the capital. With an area of about 500 hectares, the length of the lake around the lake is about 18 km.

Where is West Lake? How to get to West Lake?

West Lake is located in West Lake District, Hanoi City. West Lake is about 11 kilometers from the city center. 

The road to West Lake is not too difficult, and you can move in many ways. If you are in the inner city, you can follow a separate road. If you are far away, you can take a plane, bus, or train to Hanoi and then hire a Grab taxi or bus to go to West Lake.

What season is the most beautiful to travel to West Lake?

West Lake has each season’s own scenery and beauty, so you can come here at any time of the year. The ideal period will be in the summer (May to August), when the weather is also very reasonable to travel and experience the attractive games here, or in the autumn (August to October). At this time, the weather in the capital is quite cool; there is no rain or strong sunshine, so it will be very convenient to visit many famous landmarks.

If you have a chance to visit Hanoi, it will be regretful to miss the Water Puppet Theater even if you don’t know much about puppet things. The Hanoi Water Puppet show is not just geared for children but meant for adults as well because it holds Vietnamese traditional culture. 

Metta Vogaye’s team has tried our best to acquire related information and gather them in this article for you to explore. 

Location: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, 57B Dinh Tien Hoang Street, Hanoi

Ticket price: VND 60,000 – VND 150,000/pax ($3 – $7/pax)

Opening Hours: 

• Mondays – Saturdays: 3.00 pm; 4.10 pm; 5.20 pm; 6.30 pm; 8.00 pm 
• Sundays: 9.30 am

Duration: ~45 minutes

A brief history of water puppet shows

There is a long history of water puppet shows from 1000 years ago, the Ly Dynasty is when water puppetry first appeared. The first water puppet performances took place in northern Vietnam’s rice paddies near the Red River Delta. 

The first water puppet shows were only performed outside, with the stage being set up in a big open area beneath the sky. It is also stated that the performances were initially meant to keep mystical spirits amused so they wouldn’t cause trouble as well as to amuse rice growers.

The main point of the show hasn’t changed until now, only the setting and the locations. The typical concepts of a water puppet show have deeply rooted in rural Vietnamese traditions that combine fishing, planting, harvesting of rice, and village folklore.

The first modern water puppet shows were played at Thang Long Theater in 1990. It’s said that about 500 shows are performed in front of approximately 150,000 people each year. This theater has also brought water puppetry to more than 40 foreign countries through performance tours, international cultural exchange programs, and puppetry festivals. This is a great chance to bring a signature Vietnamese culture to the world. 

Hanoi has a lot of high-quality spa and massage centers that you can visit and take your time there. Going to massage centers is one of the best things to do after a long and busy trip. 

Here is the list of best-serviced massages in Hanoi that Metta Vogaye’s team carefully choose for you. We hope you can find your favorite one and have an extensive experience while you are in Hanoi. 

1. Oriental Spa Hanoi 

Location: 

• Branch 1: 26 Au Trieu, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

• Branch 2: 18 Bao Khanh, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

La Belle Vie Spa

• Location: 48 Luong Van Can, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

Serene Spa 

• Location: 58 Ma May, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

Spas Hanoi

• Location: 18 Hang Manh

Le Spa du Metropole

• Location: Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi- 15 Ngo Quyen, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

SF Massage 

• Location: 7 Cau Go, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

La Siesta Spa

• Location: 94 Ma May, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam

Overview of Hanoi

Hanoi is one of the important cultural, political, commercial, and tourist centers of Vietnam. Hanoi, through more than a thousand years of history, has become a famous tourist destination around the world. Traveling to Hanoi is an extremely attractive experience for both domestic and foreign tourists.

Hanoi is a city that preserves the cultural and historical values of the nation. Along with the development of society, besides the ancient and traditional features, Hanoi also has modern features, a dynamic life rhythm, and cultural beauty, combined with youthful features, all of which contribute to a Hanoi. The interior is colorful and charming enough to attract any guest from afar.

Coming to Hanoi, visitors have the opportunity to explore many cultural and artistic works, beautiful and charming natural landscapes, or ancient alleys, along with the outstanding typical cuisine in Hanoi.

Amazing things to do in Hanoi, Vietnam

Visiting President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Museum

Visiting President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum

President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum, also known as Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum, is the resting place of Uncle Ho. This is the work with the most precious cultural value of the nation and the pride of the country with foreign tourists.

The landscape around the mausoleum is green, with more than 250 species of plants; each tree and each flower planted have their own meaning. In front of and behind the mausoleum are planted 79 perennials, symbolizing the 79 years of President Ho Chi Minh’s life.

• Address: 02 Hung Vuong Street, Dien Bien Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi City.

Every Monday and Friday, Uncle Ho’s mausoleum will be closed. If that day coincides with the holidays of May 19, September 2, and the 1st of the Lunar New Year, Uncle Ho’s Mausoleum is still open to welcome visitors.

• Ticket price to Uncle Ho’s mausoleum:

Completely free tickets are available for all Vietnamese when visiting.

Collect 1.05 USD for foreigners when visiting the mausoleum.

Ba Dinh square

Ba Dinh Square is the largest square in Vietnam, located on Hung Vuong Street, in front of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

Ba Dinh Square has a large campus with many large grass squares that are images of mats spread on communal courtyards in ancient Vietnamese villages, interspersed with a 1.4-meter-wide walkway. In the middle of the square is the national flagpole.

Ho Chi Minh Museum

Ho Chi Minh Museum, located south of Ba Dinh Square (behind the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum), is one of the favorite destinations of many domestic and foreign tourists when traveling to Hanoi for one day. 

Discovering the unique One Pillar Pagoda

One Pillar Pagoda is an ancient temple in Vietnam built during the reign of King Ly Thai Tong. It is also known by many different names, such as Mat Pagoda, Lien Hoa Dai, or Dien Huu Tu. The pagoda was built entirely on a single pillar in the middle of a lotus pond.

One Pillar Pagoda is one of the most unique architectural temples in Asia and a cultural symbol and spiritual destination in Hanoi, the Vietnamese capital.

Walking around Hoan Kiem Lake

Hoan Kiem Lake is a natural freshwater lake located in the center of Hanoi, also known by other names such as Sword Lake, Luc Thuy Lake, or Ta Vong Lake. Sword Lake with its azure water, surrounded by trees casting shadows on the surface of the water, creates a romantic beauty. This is the perfect place for an afternoon stroll in Hanoi.

Turtle Tower is located in the middle of Sword Lake and also has other famous heritages such as Pen Tower, Dai Nghien, The Huc Bridge leading to Dac Nguyet Floor, or Tran Ba communal house on the entrance to Ngoc Son temple… creating an image of Hoan Kiem Lake bearing a characteristic imprint in the hearts of tourists.

Exploring Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Hanoi’s Old Quarter has long been famous for its 36 streets. This is a busy and bustling trading place for Ha Thanh people from ancient times to the present. Not only that, but this place also preserves and faithfully reproduces the cultural and historical values of the people of the capital.

Hanoi’s Old Quarter seems to have become a must-visit place for most tourists when traveling in Ha Thanh. Coming to the old town, you will admire the beauty of the architecture, quiet lifestyle, and culture of the landscape and people here.

Visiting Ma May Ancient House and St. Joseph’s Church in Hanoi’s Old Quarter

Ma May Ancient House 

Ma May ancient house is one of the ancient houses with typical Hanoian architecture. This old house was built around the end of the 19th century and changed owners many times. At the same time, it is also a place to combine the display of handicraft products from craft villages, such as tea, silk weaving, ceramics, etc.

Saint Joseph’s Church 

Saint Joseph’s Church, also known as Hanoi Cathedral, is hundreds of years old and one of the first architectural works built by the French. Coming to this place, visitors will admire typical European medieval Gothic architecture, built to resemble Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Experiences not to be missed when coming to Hanoi Cathedral: Attending services at the cathedral, Celebrate Christmas at the Cathedral, take “virtual living” photos with the Cathedral background, Enjoy specialties like the famous “lemon tea” of the Cathedral.

Visiting Hoa Lo Prison, a former prison turned museum

Hoa Lo Prison has the French name Maison Centrale. Hoa Lo Prison was originally built by the French to hold political prisoners. A place to witness barbaric crimes, the will, and the unyielding spirit of so many patriotic Vietnamese children.

After buying tickets to visit, there will be a guide for you to follow. From the first exhibition space, you will be able to go through many different areas in turn, with realistic images exposed right in front of your eyes.

Watching a traditional water puppet show at Thang Long Water Puppet

Water puppetry is a tradition dating back to the 11th century, originating in the villages of the Red River Delta in northern Vietnam. Water puppetry is a traditional folklore art bearing the imprint of the wet rice agricultural civilization.

Thang Long Water Puppet Theater is the place where Vietnamese water puppet shows take place. This art form attracts a lot of domestic and foreign tourists.

Visiting Hanoi Opera House

Hanoi Opera House is located on Cach Mang Thang Tam Square, overlooking Trang Tien Street. It is modeled after the Opéra Garnier in Paris but is smaller in size. The Hanoi Opera House is one of three large theaters that the French built during their time in Indochina.

Visiting Thang Long Imperial Citadel

Thang Long Imperial Citadel is a complex of relics of the ancient Thang Long citadel associated with the heroic history of thousands of years of national construction and defense of our nation. In 2010, UNESCO recognized Thang Long Imperial Citadel as a world cultural heritage.

Visiting the Temple of Literature Quoc Tu Giam

The Temple of Literature Quoc Tu Giam is a complex on the list of special national monuments of Vietnam and the pride of Vietnamese people. With a rich culture and long history, the relic has become an attractive destination for tours and the discovery of Hanoi tourism. At the same time, this is also the place where the boys and girls come to pray for good luck before each important exam.

Pho

One of the most well-known Vietnamese dishes is definitely “Pho”. Vietnamese soup known as pho is created with broth, noodles, beef, and fresh herbs. To create its distinctive flavor, various  ingredients, including beef and chicken bones, are cooked for a very long time. A chef shrouded in steam assembles each bowl to the customer’s specifications. A boiling broth is poured over rice noodles, sliced pork, and a few handfuls of chopped chives and herbs. The customer can add lemon squeezes, red chili slices, basil sprigs, and dabs of hoisin sauce to their dish as desired. Without this experience, a vacation to Vietnam would not be complete.

Banh Mi

There is no doubt that banh mi Vietnam has become one of the world’s most famous street foods. The bread varies from region to region in Vietnam. This popular Vietnamese bread was originally a western dish. However, its quintessence and unwavering creativity have positioned it prominently on the world culinary map. During the French colonization of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Banh Mi was a localization of the French baguette that was introduced there in the first place. The original french baguette has become shorter in length, hollower and fluffier inside because local people have made the dish more accessible and convenient for the Vietnamese lifestyle. Commonly, locals adapt the fillings to go along with the local cuisine preferences by utilizing regional ingredients and sauces.

Bun Cha (Vietnamese Meatballs!)

Bun Cha is the famous caramelized pork meatballs from the streets of Hanoi and is one of Vietnamese traditional dishes, particularly in the Northside. In addition to rice noodles, fresh vegetables, and herbs, seasoned pork patties and caramelized pork belly slices are served in a stock with rice noodles. Another indispensable food on your list and is highly recommended during your trip to Vietnam. During a visit to Hanoi by the President of the United States – Barack Obama , he enjoyed the food and Vietnam people: “Bourdain will explore the purpose of the President’s trip and his interest in the people, food and culture of Vietnam” – a CNN spokesperson said

Bun dau mam tom (Noodle and Tofu with Shrimp Sauce)

One of the street foods with a special flavor and very popular is bun dau mam tom. Mam tom is a famous spice in Vietnam, used a lot and has a very “strong smell”. It’s for that reason, some people who cannot smell will find it uncomfortable. With its name alone, Bun Dau Mam Tom reveals that it’s a noodle dish with shrimp sauce, tofu, noodles, marjoram, mint, and other vegetables are also served with Bun Dau Mam Tom. The element which makes the dish unforgettable is the Shrimp Sauce. If you come to Hanoi, you should eat this dish once to experience the unique and new flavor it brings.

Bun Oc (Vietnamese Escargot Noodle Soup)

Hanoi is the origin of Bun Oc. It is a broth-based soup made of tomato-based vermicelli rice noodle noodles in which chicken bones and/or pork bones are slowly simmered in tomato-based broth. Served with a plentiful tray of fragrant Vietnamese herbs (rau thom) and lime wedges, it’s topped with escargot and other proteins like fried tofu, prawns, and fish cakes. For those who want a bit of customization, a side dish of fermented shrimp paste and chili oil is available.