7 Days in Hanoi: Unveiling the Cultural Treasures

Rose Reiken

20 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating journey through Hanoi's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover ancient temples, explore fascinating museums, and immerse yourself in the local traditions. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Vietnam!

Trip to Hanoi

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Day 1Unveiling the Diversity at Vietnam Museum of Ethnology and Hanoi Museum

$10

$ 2

Ethnological museum offering exhibits on Vietnam's various cultures, with gardens & a restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

16 - 20 min

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Museum showcasing artefacts from Hanoi & Vietnamese history, in an inverted pyramid building.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Delving into History at Temple Of Literature, Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum, and Presidential Palace

Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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19 - 28 min

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Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh's body is on display in this mausoleum & historic site.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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This 1900s French Colonial palace is the office & residence of Vietnam’s president & vice president.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 3Exploring the Ancient Marvels of Kinh Thien, Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, and Vietnam National Museum of History

$20

$ 2

Historic royal residence & onetime military fort on sprawling grounds with a museum & artifacts.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

9 - 11 min

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This 2-building history museum displays ancient artifacts & Buddhist art, plus statues & war relics.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$10

Day 4Splashing Fun at Ho Tay Water Park and Tran Quoc Pagoda

$25

$ 2

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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$25

12 - 15 min

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Long-standing Buddhist temple built on a small, charming island with numerous shrines.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 5A Cultural Extravaganza: Turtle Tower, Water Puppet Theatre, Bach Ma Temple, Cua Bac Parish Church, and Quan Thanh Temple

$15

$ 2

An iconic tower is the draw to this tiny island located in the middle of an urban lake.

8:00 AM - 8:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Performing-arts venue presenting theatrical water puppetry shows with accompanying music.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

8 - 11 min

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Elaborate Ly dynasty temple founded in 1010 and reconstructed in the 18th-19th centuries.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Historic Roman Catholic church featuring a yellow facade & tower, with a simply appointed interior.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Taoist 1200s temple featuring a spacious courtyard & a shrine with a revered bronze statue.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Serenity and Tranquility at Ngoc Son Temple, Hoàn Kiếm Lake, and Hanoi Police Museum

$10

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

8 - 11 min

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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

12 - 18 min

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Small, tidy museum chronicling the history of police in Hanoi via gear, uniform & photo displays.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

Day 7Reflecting on History at Ba Da Pagoda and Hoa Lo Prison Relic

$15

Quaint, unassuming Buddhist temple pagoda built in 1056 & featuring a serene vibe.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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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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$15

Budget breakdown: $105 In total

Activities & Food:$100

Transport:$5