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10 Days in Hanoi: A Journey of Culture and History

Brusmar Santos

Brusmar Santos

29 Sep 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Hanoi in 10 days, exploring its rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks. From tranquil parks to iconic pagodas, immerse yourself in the beauty and charm of Thành Phố Hà Nội, Vietnam.

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Day 1
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$0

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
Day 2
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$15

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Performing-arts venue presenting theatrical water puppetry shows with accompanying music.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$15
7 - 10 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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$50

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$ 3

Hanoi Opera House
Ornate performing arts hall opened in 1911 & staging classical music, dance & opera performances.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$50
10 - 12 min

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Dong Kinh Nghia Thuc Square
Bustling, nighttime pedestrian gathering place with street vendors selling goods & casual eats.
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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One Pillar Pagoda
Rebuilt iconic Buddhist temple, originally erected in 1049, designed to resemble a lotus blossom.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$10

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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$10
Day 5
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$10

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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$10
Day 6
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$0

Cau Giay Park
Landscaped space with a pond & fountains, plus exercise classes, running routes & playgrounds.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$10

Thu Le Zoo
Small urban zoo with a variety of animals, plus amusement rides, boating & walking paths.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
Day 8
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$15

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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$5
15 - 22 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.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
Day 9
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$0

Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum
Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh's body is on display in this mausoleum & historic site.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
Day 10
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$15

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$ 2

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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$15
14 - 17 min

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Tran Quoc Pagoda
Long-standing Buddhist temple built on a small, charming island with numerous shrines.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $129 In total

Activities & Food:$125
Transport:$4