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6 Days in Hanoi: A Journey of Culture and Cuisine

Devang D

14 Jan 2024

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Embark on a 6-day adventure in Hanoi, Vietnam's vibrant capital. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture as you visit ancient temples, museums, and iconic landmarks. Indulge in the delectable flavors of Vietnamese cuisine at local vegetarian eateries. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of Vietnam!

Trip to Hanoi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Temples, Mausoleums, and Vegan Delights

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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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$1

19 - 28 min

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Directions

Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum

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

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Chay Tịnh Nghiệp

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

9 - 14 min

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Directions

SALA Quán - Cơm Chay

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$8

Day 2Museums, Palaces, and Gastronomic Delights

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$14

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$ 1

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

26 - 32 min

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Directions

Presidential Palace

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Loving Hut - Ba Dinh

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$7

2 - 3 min

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Loving Hut

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$7

Day 3Ethnology, Pagodas, and Street Food Delights

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$13

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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

20 - 24 min

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Directions

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

6 - 9 min

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Directions

Bánh Tôm Hồ Tây

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$5

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Bò Bía

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$5

Day 4History, Museums, and Authentic Vegan Delights

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$17

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$ 1

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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$3

6 - 8 min

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Directions

Hanoi Police Museum

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$3

2 - 3 min

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Nhà Hàng Chay Vị Lai 67 Lý Thường Kiệt

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

3 - 4 min

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Bo de chuyen mon chay

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$6

Day 5Puppetry, Prisons, and Coffee Delights

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$21

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$ 1

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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$4

6 - 8 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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$4

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Aha CF Cafe Phố 19-12

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$8

5 - 8 min

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Directions

Chay Tâm An Lạc

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$5

Day 6Women's Museum, Citadel, and Bohemian Delights

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$20

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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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$3

8 - 10 min

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Directions

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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$3

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Khai's Brothers

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$6

9 - 14 min

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Directions

Xofa Café & Bistro

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$9

Budget breakdown: $100 In total

Activities & Food:$99

Transport:$2