Half Day Tour Hanoi Discovering the Old Quarters

Highlights

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Itinerary

1. Tour guide will pick you up at your accommodation and travel to Ho Guom Lake, the heart of Hanoi.

   15 min

2. Begin at Ly Thai To Square to enjoy a panoramic view of Ho Guom Lake. You will learn about the legend of the Returned Sword and the importance of this place in Hanoi’s history. Stroll around the lakeside and capture the iconic Turtle Tower in the middle of the lake.

   30 minAdmission included

3. From the lake, we will walk through the busy streets of the Old quarter and reach Hang Bac (Silversmith) Street. We will visit Kim Ngan Temple, the worship place of the patron saint of silversmith crafts, and learn about Vietnam’s traditional social structures - villages and communes.

   30 minAdmission included

4. Visit an ancient house at 87 Ma May Street – a beautifully preserved example of traditional Vietnamese architecture. Here, you'll see how families lived in the Old Quarter and learn about daily life in the past.

   25 minAdmission included

5. Visit the Cantonese Assembly Hall, a beautifully decorated space built by Chinese immigrants. It serves as both a religious and cultural venue, reflecting the multicultural history of Hanoi.

   20 minAdmission included

6. [Optional] Discover a temple dedicated to Guan Yu, a revered general symbolizing loyalty and righteousness in Chinese culture. Quan De Temple highlights the historical presence of Chinese communities in Hanoi and their spiritual heritage.

   20 min

7. [Optional] - Explore one of the oldest temples in Hanoi, dedicated to the White Horse deity. Bach Ma Temple offers insights into the city's spiritual beliefs and ancient architecture.

   20 min

8. Take a leisurely walk through the vibrant shopping streets of the Old Quarter, where you can find souvenirs, handicrafts, and local specialties. Enjoy the bustling yet charming atmosphere.

   20 minAdmission included

9. Visit traditional wood workshops where artisans handcraft wooden stamps. Here, you can order your own personalised stamp – a unique keepsake from Hanoi.

   10 minAdmission included

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Hanoi

• Its from-price is 48% below the median of the 9454 experiences we list in Hanoi.
• It is shorter than most of them.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Hanoi

Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, mixes lakeside temples, French colonial boulevards and an Old Quarter where street food and scooters fill every lane.

The Old Quarter's narrow streets, each once devoted to a single trade, sit just north of Hoan Kiem Lake, where the red Huc Bridge leads to the Temple of the Jade Mountain. Wander at dawn to see tai chi by the water, or after dark when the pavements fill with food stalls and low plastic stools.

Top-ranked sights in Hanoi: Ha Long Bay, Hanoi Old Quarter, Long Bien Bridge (Cau Long Bien).

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