Hanoi Historic Sites

Historic Sites in Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi Historic Sites

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  • Keelyimps
    Luton, UK87 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Very interesting to walk around. I would recommend the ear phone information pack for a little extra cost, you get so much more interesting facts about the prison. Well worth a visit.
    Written February 17, 2025
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  • RIchard035
    Northwood, UK1,348 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Temple of Literature is a monument to Confucius and Vietnam's first university. It is a vast site situated in central Hanoi. There is a small charge that can only be paid by cash. The temple is a series of courtyards each with pavilions, halls and statues. There is plenty of information on the history of the university, how the exam system worked and the monarch's role in assessing student. There is a small cafe near to one of the courtyards.
    Written January 17, 2025
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  • Mork001
    St Kilda East, Australia660 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Got a taste of being corralled in single file to go to the mausoleum.
    Don’t step out of line after being screened….😀 or bring any water…
    Will have to be stored.
    File passed in two single files and up and out you go.
    Only open for a small window of opportunity so it will be crowded.
    Has to be done while in Hanoi.
    Written February 9, 2025
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  • Akyla
    New York City, NY5 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We found ourselves immersed in the strategic layout and historical significance of the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long. Its architectural grandeur left us in awe. A casual yet enriching experience for us.
    Written April 25, 2024
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  • Anabelle B
    Kapiti Coast, New Zealand66 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This was a private tour day trip for me, leaving from Hanoi. Duong Lam is a one & half hours from Hanoi.
    Arrived round 9.00 am . As o hired a driver not a guide I took myself off to explore. There is an entry fee of 20 thousand Dong , you get a map.
    How hard can this be!
    I wandered round for a few hours discovering some interesting places and had a delicious custard apple smoothie.
    In reality it would have been better to have a guided tour. I’m sure I missed highlights my map reading isn’t great.
    There is a buggy takes people about the highlights of the village . Worth considering
    I had lunch there as well not enjoyable either .
    However I’m pleased with the overall experience
    Written December 17, 2024
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  • LolaGo1
    Washington DC, DC6,618 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    As we walked around the HCM complex, it appeared that the major attraction is the HCm Mausoleum. This attraction is one of the several attractions located in the vicinity. My guide pointed it to me and learned that it is not open to the public.

    Since there are other open attractions to visit in the area such as the Museum, Pagoda, the wide open space, etc. we proceeded to visit them.
    Written April 16, 2024
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  • SteveMaslow
    Washington, DC43 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    TLDR: Easy to do a quick visit using grab app for pickup/dropoff; felt safe the whole time; spent about an hour by the lake.

    Had a Grab taxi drop me off (and later pick me up) at a Pho restaurant on the main street (83 Đ. Hoàng Hoa Thám, Ngọc Hồ, Ba Đình, Hà Nội, Vietnam) then walked down a short lane to reach the wreckage in the lake.

    Visited on a quiet Monday morning around 8am as the city was just waking up. Grabbed an egg and cheese crepe from a vendor outside the hospital (next to the lake). Spent about an hour walking around the lake, taking photos, watching locals gather their groceries from the morning market by the lake. This was one of the more emotionally stirring spots on my trip to Vietnam...
    Written December 5, 2024
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  • Kathrine
    Pennsylvania632 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Worth seeing where HCM lived and worked. Peaceful pond area but only need a few minutes to climb the steps and walk past the actual home. The museum closes mid-day so make sure to time your entrance. Upon entering the complex, including the museum, proper attire is needed.
    Written August 30, 2024
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  • Piotr M
    Warsaw, Poland1,127 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is not a very big temple, but it has its own atmosphere, you can relax and clear your mind in this place
    Written May 24, 2023
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  • Chuck S
    Erie, PA290 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Out of the hustle and bustle, a must stop to enjoy some a historic site in a quiet setting. Beautiful and well maintained.
    Written February 3, 2020
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  • F M
    Melbourne, Australia204 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    We actually initially walked past this as hadn't realised where it was. Once inside, the room showed some interesting history on Ho Chi Minh.
    Written April 22, 2024
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  • Tu-Anh P
    Kailua-Kona, HI326 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Hanoi Flag Tower, is a tower-like structure built under the Nguyen Dynasty.

    The flagpole architecture includes three base floors and a column body, considered one of the symbols of Hanoi.
    Written April 4, 2024
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  • Curiosity07749860533
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I went on a trip with my family to Phan Thiet. Ordering services from HoaBinh Tourist, you are very professional and thoughtful, my family had interesting experiences.
    Written December 5, 2024
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