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5 Days in Hanoi: A Journey through History and Culture

Yung Chao Lin

Yung Chao Lin

26 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Hanoi, immersing yourself in the rich history and captivating culture of Vietnam. From ancient temples to intriguing museums, this itinerary will take you on an unforgettable exploration of this enchanting city.

Trip to Hanoi

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Vietnam's Past
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$19

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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$8
12 - 18 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Performing-arts venue presenting theatrical water puppetry shows with accompanying music.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$11
Day 2Temples, Prisons, and the Pursuit of Knowledge
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$15

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$ 1

Ngoc Son Temple
Confucian temple on a lake reached by bridge with tower & pavilions dedicated to the national hero.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
16 - 23 min

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Hoa Lo Prison Relic
Only the gatehouse, now a museum, remains of this storied prison for POWs during the Vietnam War.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$11
4 - 5 min

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Temple Of Literature
Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Celebrating the Strength and Beauty of Vietnamese Women
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$15

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$ 1

Vietnamese Women's Museum
Modern museum with a permanent collection exploring Vietnamese women's history, culture & fashion.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
7 - 9 min

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Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
Day 4Museums Galore and Spiritual Serenity
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$8

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$ 2

Hanoi Museum
Museum showcasing artefacts from Hanoi & Vietnamese history, in an inverted pyramid building.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Ethnological museum offering exhibits on Vietnam's various cultures, with gardens & a restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8
19 - 23 min

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Bach Ma Temple
Elaborate Ly dynasty temple founded in 1010 and reconstructed in the 18th-19th centuries.
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
Day 5Iconic Pagodas, Temples, and the Legacy of Ho Chi Minh
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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
7 - 10 min

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Presidential Palace
This 1900s French Colonial palace is the office & residence of Vietnam’s president & vice president.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
9 - 14 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.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $60 In total

Activities & Food:$57
Transport:$4