Hotels in Hanoi

Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, is an amazing place to experience the perfect culture blend of east and west, where traditional Vietnamese motifs and French architecture converge. With its serene lakes, ancient temples, heritage sites, chaotic streets, gothic churches and friendly people, the city is full of surprises. The city hosts various cultural events like Tet Festival, Co Loa festival and Dong Nhan Temple Festival, which are celebrated with great enthusiasm. Whether you are food connoisseur, art lover or history buff, this enchanting city will not disappoint you.

Spring (February-April) and Autumn (September-November) are the best seasons to visit Hanoi. Avoid visiting this city during winters (December-February) as the temperature drops significantly.

Wander in the narrow streets of the Old Quarter to witness the colonial architecture. This place is packed with cafes, restaurants, souvenir shops and many tourist attractions like Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, Saint Joseph Cathedral, and Hoa Lo Prison. Visit the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO world heritage site, which has a collection of many artefacts. Ho Chi Minh Museum, Army Museum, Fine Arts Museum, Vietnamese Women’s Museum, and National Museum of Vietnamese History are some great options for museum hopping. Head to Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple to escape from the hustle-bustle of the city. Built-in the 18th century, this temple is located in the centre of Hoan Kiem Lake. One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature, The Perfume Pagoda, and Bach Ma Temple are some famous religious sites. Enjoy live concerts at Hanoi Opera House or spend leisure time at Ba Vi National Park.

When it comes to shopping, Hanoi will not dishearten you as it is packed with traditional shophouses, vibrant markets and shopping malls. Dong Xuan Market, Hanoi Weekend Market, Hang Da Market are some famous street markets to buy souvenirs, handicrafts, fabrics and accessories.

Cha Ca, Banh Duc, Bun Thang, Bun Cha, Banh Mi, Banh Cuon and Bun Nem are some Hanoi dishes you must try while visiting the capital of Vietnam. Grandma's Restaurant, Essence Restaurant, The Hung Snake and Hoang’s Restaurant are some recommended places to try Vietnamese cuisine. For Indian food, head to Khazaana Indian Halal Restaurant, Dalcheeni, Namaste Hanoi and Little India Hanoi. Hoan Kiem Lake in the Old Quarter is the best place to enjoy nightlife as it is studded with glitzy nightclubs and trendy bars.

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