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Discover the Wonders of Hanoi: A 9-Day Adventure

Louisa Kouskouras

Louisa Kouskouras

14 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling 9-day journey through Hanoi, Vietnam's capital city. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you explore iconic landmarks, ancient temples, and fascinating museums. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Hanoi

Day 1
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$0

Tran Quoc Pagoda
Long-standing Buddhist temple built on a small, charming island with numerous shrines.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Quan Thanh Temple
Taoist 1200s temple featuring a spacious courtyard & a shrine with a revered bronze statue.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$13

Vietnam National Museum of History
This 2-building history museum displays ancient artifacts & Buddhist art, plus statues & war relics.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
11 - 16 min

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Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Performing-arts venue presenting theatrical water puppetry shows with accompanying music.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
Day 3
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$0

Bach Ma Temple
Elaborate Ly dynasty temple founded in 1010 and reconstructed in the 18th-19th centuries.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 14 min

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Ngoc Son Temple
Confucian temple on a lake reached by bridge with tower & pavilions dedicated to the national hero.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Hoàn Kiếm Lake
Lake featuring a temple on a small island reached via a wooden bridge & a tower on another island.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 4
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$5

Ba Da Pagoda
Quaint, unassuming Buddhist temple pagoda built in 1056 & featuring a serene vibe.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Vietnamese Women's Museum
Modern museum with a permanent collection exploring Vietnamese women's history, culture & fashion.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
Day 5
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$8

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$ 1

Temple Of Literature
Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$3
6 - 8 min

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Hanoi Police Museum
Small, tidy museum chronicling the history of police in Hanoi via gear, uniform & photo displays.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$5
Day 6
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$5

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
12 - 17 min

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Presidential Palace
This 1900s French Colonial palace is the office & residence of Vietnam’s president & vice president.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$8

Hoa Lo Prison Relic
Only the gatehouse, now a museum, remains of this storied prison for POWs during the Vietnam War.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
Day 8
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$0

Cua Bac Parish Church
Historic Roman Catholic church featuring a yellow facade & tower, with a simply appointed interior.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh's body is on display in this mausoleum & historic site.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 9
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$5

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$ 1

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Ethnological museum offering exhibits on Vietnam's various cultures, with gardens & a restaurant.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$5
16 - 20 min

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Hanoi Museum
Museum showcasing artefacts from Hanoi & Vietnamese history, in an inverted pyramid building.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $44 In total

Activities & Food:$43
Transport:$2