Vietnam · City Tours

1-Day Hanoi City Tour with Hoan Kiem Lake and Temple of Literature

1 Day Round trip from Hanoi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, a serene landmark at the heart of Hanoi
02 Explore Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, the Temple of Literature dedicated to Confucious
03 Discover Thang Long Citadel, one of Hanoi's proud imperial landmarks
04 See the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology for insight into the country's cultures
05 Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi
06 Explore Quan Thanh Temple, a Taoist temple dedicated to Xuan Wu

Take this tour of Hanoi to visit some of its major sights, including Hoan Kiem Lake, Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, Thang Long Citadel, the Museum of Ethnology, Tran Quoc Pagoda, and Quan Thanh Temple. Known for its rich culture, with influences from Southeast Asia, China, and France, the city offers views that are at once chaotic and elegant. As you drive through Hanoi, see its many quaint, narrow streets arranged for trade.

Known for its rich culture, with influences from Southeast Asia, China, and France, the city offers views that are at once chaotic and elegant.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Hanoi

Languages English, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Hanoi Landmarks and Cultural Heritage Tour

After pick-up from your hotel or airport, set out with your experienced Hanoi tour guide to visit some of the most exquisite landmarks in the Hanoi region.
- Hoan Kiem Lake: A beautiful, serene lake sitting at the heart of Hanoi, surrounded by pristine natural scenery.
- Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam: Better known as the Temple of Literature, this temple is dedicated to Confucious.
- Thang Long Citadel: An imperial citadel that has been Hanoi's pride for many decades.
- Museum of Ethnology.
- Tran Quoc Pagoda: The oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi, located on a small island in Hanoi's West Lake.
- Quan Thanh Temple: A Taoist temple dedicated to Xuan Wu.
Drop-off at your hotel after the tour.