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10 Days in Hanoi: A Journey of Culture and Beauty

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28 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Hanoi in 10 days. Explore ancient temples, lush parks, and iconic landmarks. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and natural beauty of Vietnam's capital.

Trip to Hanoi

Day 1
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$0

Quan Thanh Temple
Taoist 1200s temple featuring a spacious courtyard & a shrine with a revered bronze statue.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Ba Dinh Square
Grand plaza where Ho Chi Minh declared Vietnam's independence from France & where his body now lies.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
5 - 8 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.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 1

Thong Nhat Park
Shaded, vibrant city park with a large lake, framed by mature trees, fitness paths & cafes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
19 - 23 min

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Yen So Park
Relaxed park for scenic photography, with trails leading around several lakes & wooded areas.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 3
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$3

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$ 1

Ho Tay Flower Garden
Large blooming landscaped flower gardens with over 200 international species beside a lake.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Ho Chi Minh Museum
Built in the shape of a lotus flower, the museum explores the life of President Ho Chi Minh.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
Day 4
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$3

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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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$3
7 - 9 min

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Cau Giay Park
Landscaped space with a pond & fountains, plus exercise classes, running routes & playgrounds.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$7

Ho Tay Water Park
Water park with a lazy river, pools & slides, plus rides such as a Ferris wheel & roller coaster.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
Day 6
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$0

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$ 1

West Lake
Urban freshwater lake with an 11-mile perimeter & a 6th century pagoda in the middle.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
40 - 48 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
Day 7
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$3

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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$3
4 - 6 min

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Lenin Park
Small triangular park offering benches & a bustling plaza overseen by a Lenin statue.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$4

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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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$1
14 - 17 min

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Vietnam National Museum of History
This 2-building history museum displays ancient artifacts & Buddhist art, plus statues & war relics.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
Day 9
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$13

La Belle Vie Spa Massage
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 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.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 18 min

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Hanoi Opera House
Ornate performing arts hall opened in 1911 & staging classical music, dance & opera performances.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$13
Day 10
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$0

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$ 1

Bãi Đá Vườn Hoa Sông Hồng
A popular site for photographers, this riverside garden features frequent blooms & a windmill.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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St. Joseph Cathedral
9:30 AM - 10:30 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.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Ly Thai To Monument Hall
Massive bronze statue of King Ly Thai To in a serene garden to honor liberation, culture & history.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $32 In total

Activities & Food:$30
Transport:$2