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Vietnam Women's Museum
Ollie #1 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4.5 of 5 stars 44 reviews
Attraction type  Specialty Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city center
Old Quarter
Ollie #2 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4.5 of 5 stars 544 reviews
Owner description: Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter comprises nearly 40 streets packed with shops selling all kinds of goods, each street named for its primary good or...... more » Owner description: Hanoi’s lively Old Quarter comprises nearly 40 streets packed with shops selling all kinds of goods, each street named for its primary good or service. « less
Attraction type  Neighborhoods; Historic Walking Areas; Flea/ Street Markets
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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Ollie #3 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4.5 of 5 stars 152 reviews
A research center and educational videos are some of the attractions of this cultural diversity museum.
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  3.8 miles from city center
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Ollie #4 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 306 reviews
A rare breed of turtle enjoys this popular lake almost as much as countless locals and tourists.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Temple of Literature & National University
Ollie #5 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 229 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Educational Sites; History Museums
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Thang Long Ca Tru Theatre
Ollie #6 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Theaters
Distance  4.5 miles from city center
Thang Long Water Puppet Theater
Ollie #7 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 468 reviews
Traditional legends and historical tales are among the enchanting puppet plays performed at this popular theatre.
Attraction type  Theaters
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Ollie #8 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 256 reviews

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is the historic place where Respected Uncle Ho read the Vietnam Manifesto on September 2nd, 1945. There are always two guardmen dressed in white uniforms... more »

Attraction type  Historic Sites
Ho Chi Minh's Residence (Nha Bac Ho)
Ollie #9 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Ho Chi Minh opted to live in this modest wooden house rather than the opulent Presidential Palace.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Hoa Lo Prison
Ollie #10 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 149 reviews

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Attraction type  Historic Sites
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Ngoc Son Temple
Ollie #11 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Attraction type  Religious Sites
Distance  0.3 miles from city center
Bat Trang Ceramic
Ollie #12 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Attraction type  Specialty Shops; Factory Tours
Hang Gai Street (Street of Hemp)
Ollie #13 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 22 reviews
Silks, silver and souvenirs draw tourists to this popular street market.
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Museum of the Revolution
Ollie #14 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
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Hanoi Flag Tower
Ollie #15 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Owner description: This place was built between 1805 and 1812 under King Gia Long and is over 2 centuries old. It resembles an old stone fortress and has steps leading...... more » Owner description: This place was built between 1805 and 1812 under King Gia Long and is over 2 centuries old. It resembles an old stone fortress and has steps leading to the top where one can get a good view of the city. There are old cannon sitting at the base of the place at grand level. « less
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas; Military Museums
Distance  1.1 miles from city center
Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat)
Ollie #16 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
This museum was opened in 1966. Though in need of updating, some interesting artifacts are on display in its three floors organized chronologically.
Attraction type  Art Museums
St. Joseph's Cathedral (Nha Tho Lon)
Ollie #17 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 86 reviews
Entering this majestic church is like walking into 1886, as little has changed since it first opened its doors.
Attraction type  Religious Sites
La Siesta Spa
Ollie #18 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Owner description: With the concept of promoting Traditional Vietnamese Therapy, we are proud to give you an opportunity to immerse yourself in this enchanting...... more » Owner description: With the concept of promoting Traditional Vietnamese Therapy, we are proud to give you an opportunity to immerse yourself in this enchanting treatment. La Siesta Spa offers a serene and exclusive environment for relaxing and rejuvenating therapy treatments. Our well trained and skilled therapists will leave you with another memorable experience of Vietnam, where you can experience an total holistic approach for the mind, body and spirit. « less
Attraction type  Spas
West Lake
Ollie #19 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 52 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
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Just Massage
Ollie #20 of 74 attractions in Hanoi
4 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Owner description: At Just Massage, we deliver a clean, warm, safe, comfortable professional massage, provided by visually impaired massage therapists who, in addition...... more » Owner description: At Just Massage, we deliver a clean, warm, safe, comfortable professional massage, provided by visually impaired massage therapists who, in addition to earning a Just and fair wage for their work, have full ownership and responsibility for the center. Just Massage, on the one hand, economic opportunity, personal empowerment, dignified work. On the other hand, Just a great massage! « less
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  2.2 miles from city center
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