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6 Days in Hanoi: Unveiling the Hidden Gems

Augusto Fenochietto

Augusto Fenochietto

17 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Hanoi, Vietnam. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in rich culture, and indulge in mouthwatering cuisine. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Hanoi

Day 1Icons of Power and Tranquility
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Presidential Palace
This 1900s French Colonial palace is the office & residence of Vietnam’s president & vice president.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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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.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
20 - 29 min

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Kinh Thien
Historic royal residence & onetime military fort on sprawling grounds with a museum & artifacts.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Serenity and Spirituality
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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
9 - 14 min

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Cua Bac Parish Church
Historic Roman Catholic church featuring a yellow facade & tower, with a simply appointed interior.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Artistic Wonders and Sacred Temples
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Chùa Quán Sứ
Venerable 15th-century pagoda, temple & headquarters of Vietnam's Buddhist Association.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Turtle Tower
An iconic tower is the draw to this tiny island located in the middle of an urban lake.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Thang Long Art Gallery
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 9 min

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Bach Ma Temple
Elaborate Ly dynasty temple founded in 1010 and reconstructed in the 18th-19th centuries.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 4Timeless Beauty and Spiritual Serenity
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One Pillar Pagoda
Rebuilt iconic Buddhist temple, originally erected in 1049, designed to resemble a lotus blossom.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
13 - 20 min

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Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
10 - 12 min

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Ngoc Son Temple
Confucian temple on a lake reached by bridge with tower & pavilions dedicated to the national hero.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 5History and Heritage
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$5

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Hanoi Police Museum
Small, tidy museum chronicling the history of police in Hanoi via gear, uniform & photo displays.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$5
9 - 14 min

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Ba Da Pagoda
Quaint, unassuming Buddhist temple pagoda built in 1056 & featuring a serene vibe.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Long Bien Bridge
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 6A Glimpse into the Past
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$10

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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.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
5 - 6 min

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Temple Of Literature
Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $22 In total

Activities & Food:$20
Transport:$2