Title: Visit Northern Vietnam: Best of Northern Vietnam Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca

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# Northern Vietnam

## Travel Guide

![Temple of Literature featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115784/d5fb70ec-2a71-411b-8c61-f98a66e2db52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Temple of Literature featuring a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115784/d5fb70ec-2a71-411b-8c61-f98a66e2db52.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and motorcycle riding](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/f8555384-be3d-4796-bf5b-246ecbdd0d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Hanoi which includes shopping, markets and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1428/f24ac6ef-8827-41a7-a382-4040df83042d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Ho Chi Minh Museum showing a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115778/e246ddc2-b975-4225-bdb8-e30ac9a112ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Northern Vietnam

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Northern Vietnam

![Hanoi showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/e9fbbdf7-51e2-4221-a228-e86dc6f04037.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Old Quarter

 Historical civic urban core, the Old Quarter boasts specialized trade streets, 18th and 19th-century shophouses, and historic sights like Mã Mây Temple and Quan Chưởng gate. Explore the vibrant commercial heart of Hanoi. 

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![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and motorcycle riding](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664659/f8555384-be3d-4796-bf5b-246ecbdd0d19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Hoan Kiem

4.5/5(427 area reviews)

 Explore the Old Quarter's narrow streets and traditional atmosphere, with merchants specializing in goods like silver and jewelry. Don't miss attractions such as Hanoi Opera House, Thăng Long Water Puppet Theatre, and St. Joseph's Cathedral. 

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![Hanoi featuring signage, street scenes and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171393366/78df818d-7904-48db-adce-1828f6f6e7c3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### French Quarter

 The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Hanoi Municipal Party Committee might round out your trip. 

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![View from our Apricot Hotel Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054458/3cab8f5f-8a0f-4a47-a31a-fcc84712b765.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Hang Trong

 If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Hang-Trong.dx553248635974587449)

![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a park and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115776/71ed4772-afdc-4f73-be40-7c98a7bf4890.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ba Dinh

4/5(32 area reviews)

 The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum might round out your trip. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Ba-Dinh.dx6054464)

![Tay Ho which includes a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664655/81e5747a-1d38-44f0-999b-fa9b058ab1c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Tay Ho

 The abundant dining options and lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip. 

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- Northern Vietnam Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Northern Vietnam

![Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116190000/116189200/116189149/982b383b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel

52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi Hanoi 

CA $80

CA $91 total

Feb 7 - Feb 8

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,586 reviews)

The friendly staff mostly compensates for the lackluster amenities, furnishings, and location. The "king" bed is really two twin mattresses pushed together leaving an uncomfortable gap in the middle. The window in the bathroom was ill-fitted and didn't close completely, resulting in a draft on chilly ...

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

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Hanoi Splendid Premium Hotel 

36 Lo Su , Ly Thai To, Hoan Kiem Ha Noi Hanoi 

CA $105

CA $113 total

Feb 7 - Feb 8

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and private pools. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (295 reviews)

Cindy was the best x2!!! I would stay here again !!!

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

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Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel

59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter Hanoi 

CA $78

CA $89 total

Jan 26 - Jan 27

includes taxes & fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,128 reviews)

Problems with air conditioning in one room and didn't realize it had no window but gave us fan to remedy situation. Breakfast was simple but very good. Location great across hospital a little loud but dies down around 9\. Staff are great thank you DA and ANNA and sorry don’t know other workers name. ...

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

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Diamond Westlake Suites

96 To Ngoc Van, Quang An Hanoi 

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...

9/10 Wonderful! (482 reviews)

Very spacious. Ensuite laundry. Kitchen, dining area, living room + bedrooms.

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Elegant Suites Westlake

10B Dang Thai Mai Street Hanoi 

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9/10 Wonderful! (635 reviews)

I have stayed at Elegant Suites for many years now and if anything it continues to improve. The facilities including restaurant, gym, swimming pool and spa are uniformly excellent. The gardens are beautiful and Jenny and all of the staff cannot do enough to assist with any query or request. Obviously ...

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Era Apartment Khuc Thua Du

11A/1 Ngo 59, Khuc Thua Du Hanoi 

Stay at this apartment in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are ...

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### Popular places to visit

![Hoan Kiem Lake showing a monument, heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115806/5a1c3479-7127-49e6-a722-5e42eb90e3c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hoan Kiem Lake

Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.

[](https://expedia.ca/Hoan-Kiem-Lake-Old-Quarter.d6115796.Vacation-Attraction)

![Halong Bay showing a bay or harbour, a gorge or canyon and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6024117/f0cc4526-323d-430d-be20-daa78d3a6ebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Ha Long Bay

Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.

[](https://expedia.ca/Ha-Long-Bay-Quang-Ninh-Province.d6024117.Vacation-Attraction)

![Hanoi Opera House showing theatre scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6115792/bd219041-fee4-4579-9877-6fa9009d52c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hanoi Opera House

This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.

[](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Opera-House-Hoan-Kiem.d6115792.Vacation-Attraction)

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#### Sapa Lake

Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area. 

[](https://expedia.ca/Sapa-Lake-Sa-Pa.d6312463.Vacation-Attraction)

![Beautiful pagoda in Hanoi... possible to walk but recommend to have a motorbike take you as it’s just outside of the main city area and easy to rent or hail someone to take you. Worth the views!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000664655/acb7abd2-59b5-4d09-9a2c-ae42b8c1dcd4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### West Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours. 

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![Halong Bay Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229344/b96e02b3-b887-4f7b-beaa-9af866344c07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Halong Bay Marina

Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area. 

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### Things to do

![a mazing view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50277772/63fbb835-a1be-4f48-8b0a-d22b42590211.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cultural Trekking Tour of H'Mong Village In Dong Van

CA $40

per adult

[](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cultural-trekking-tour-of-hmong-village-in-dong-van.a50277772.activity-details)

![sightseeing](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50277379/ea6f8920-7069-45d3-89a5-77734497f42e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 2 Days village Trek and Homestay in Dong Van 's Ethnic Highlands

CA $169

per adult

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## Cities near Northern Vietnam

![Hanoi showing cycling as well as an individual female](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1428/c3729f73-3737-41ee-85fc-4dcaf3a8b382.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Hanoi

![View of Lady Buddha from Danang Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1507/c143ad5c-13ff-4fb5-be60-f8d4be68093e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Hai Phong

![Sapa city in fog and clouds. Neighborhood of the city of Sapa, Vietnam](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053145/55a1c1d3-e913-4543-bd55-f95089b17cae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Sa Pa

![Gloomy day at Ha Long Bay #halongbay #hanoi #vietnam #southeastasia #halongbaycruise](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6055449/10cb08d0-a37b-4d78-b6ef-1ed7d3910d21.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Ha Long

- Cities near Northern Vietnam
- Places of interest

[Hanoi](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi.dx1428)[Hai Phong](https://expedia.ca/Hai-Phong.dx1507)[Sa Pa](https://expedia.ca/Sa-Pa.dx6053145)[Ha Long](https://expedia.ca/Ha-Long.dx6055449)[Ninh Binh](https://expedia.ca/Ninh-Binh.dx6125119)[Chongzuo](https://expedia.ca/Chongzuo.dx6196536)[Hoa Lu](https://expedia.ca/Hoa-Lu.dx6219816)[Cao Bang](https://expedia.ca/Cao-Bang.dx6257629)[Thai Nguyen](https://expedia.ca/Thai-Nguyen.dx6257703)[Tam Dao](https://expedia.ca/Tam-Dao.dx6265342)[Nga Son](https://expedia.ca/Nga-Son.dx6290894)[Dien Chau](https://expedia.ca/Dien-Chau.dx6336505)[Cat Cat Village](https://expedia.ca/Cat-Cat-Village.dx6342791)[Hoang Hoa](https://expedia.ca/Hoang-Hoa.dx6344963)

- [Hoan Kiem Lake ](https://expedia.ca/Hoan-Kiem-Lake-Old-Quarter.d6115796.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ha Long Bay ](https://expedia.ca/Ha-Long-Bay-Quang-Ninh-Province.d6024117.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hanoi Opera House ](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Opera-House-Hoan-Kiem.d6115792.Vacation-Attraction)
- [St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi ](https://expedia.ca/St-Josephs-Cathedral-Of-Hanoi-Old-Quarter.d6158574.Vacation-Attraction)
- [My Dinh National Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/My-Dinh-National-Stadium-My-Dinh.d6115790.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-Mausoleum-Ba-Dinh.d6115776.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre ](https://expedia.ca/Thang-Long-Water-Puppet-Theatre-Old-Quarter.d6115804.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Dong Xuan Market ](https://expedia.ca/Dong-Xuan-Market-Old-Quarter.d6153506.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Quan Chuong Gate ](https://expedia.ca/Quan-Chuong-Gate-Old-Quarter.d6268305.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hoa Lo Prison Museum ](https://expedia.ca/Hoa-Lo-Prison-Museum-Hoan-Kiem.d6115788.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Vietnam National Convention Center ](https://expedia.ca/Vietnam-National-Convention-Center-Nam-Tu-Liem.d6115812.Vacation-Attraction)

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