Title: Visit Northern Vietnam: Best of Northern Vietnam Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Vietnam-Hotels.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Vietnam-Vacation-Rentals.d6054376.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northern Vietnam Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Car-Rental-Guide)[Northern Vietnam Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Northern Vietnam ## Travel Guide ![Temple of Literature featuring a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95292-Hanoi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and motorcycle riding](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35909-Old-Quarter.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Hanoi which includes shopping, markets and street scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95236-Weekend-Night-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ho Chi Minh Museum showing a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35816-Ho-Chi-Minh-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Vietnam](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35774-Thang-Long-Water-Puppet-Theatre.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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95181-Hanoi-Old-Quarter.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Old-Quarter.dx3000664659) ![Hoan Kiem showing a city, signage and motorcycle riding](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35909-Old-Quarter.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Hoan-Kiem.dx6054471) ![Hanoi featuring signage, street scenes and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95170-French-Quarter.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-French-Quarter.dx553248635171393366) ![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum showing a park and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95388-Ho-Chi-Minh-Mausoleum.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) ![St. Joseph Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, a city and religious elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35779-St-Joseph-Cathedral.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) ![Tay Ho which includes a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95316-Tay-Ho-West-Lake.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. [](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Tay-Ho.dx3000664655) - 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) ### Hanoi Indochine Premium Hotel 52 Ngo Huyen, Hang Trong, Hanoi Hanoi CA $83 CA $94 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 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! (1,326 reviews) Overall we have a great stay at Golden Sun Hotel. The location was perfect, especially if its your first time in Hanoi and you want to explore the Old Quarter. The staff were very good, in particular Jimmi at reception who was super friendly and helpful with booking tours, transportation and giving ... Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=116189149&PinnedHotelID=116189149&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054376) ![Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6750000/6747600/6747597/539b0fe8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2 95 Hang Bong Street, Old Quarter Hanoi CA $74 CA $84 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (6,156 reviews) Location is great. It is close to Train street. Room is so clean. Friendly and helpful staffs. Breakfast is nice and enjoyable. Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=6747597&PinnedHotelID=6747597&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054376) ![Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116880000/116878400/116878323/c5ca7d5b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hanoi Royal Premium Hotel 59 Phu Doan street, Old Quarter Hanoi CA $72 CA $81 total Dec 15 - Dec 16 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,668 reviews) 깨끗한 방, 편안한 침대 테라스가 있어서 매우 넓었어요 위치가 최고예요, 구시가지 중심에 있고 호수까지 도보 5분 거리예요 저는 새벽 5시에 공항에 가야 했는데, 리 팜이 친절하게 테이크아웃용 아침 식사를 제공해주었어요 Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F12%2F2025&endDate=16%2F12%2F2025&selected=116878323&PinnedHotelID=116878323&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6054376) [See all 6,260 properties in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F12%2F2025&endDate=15%2F12%2F2025®ionId=6054376) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Diamond Westlake Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/910000/906200/906150/5a5082d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (472 reviews) This place was very nice and quiet, but it’s away from downtown where we wanted to go lots of American food around the hotel unfortunately we wanted Asian food so we had to go very far to get it. Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Hotels-Diamond-Westlake-Suites.h906150.Hotel-Information) ![Fraser Suites Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1920000/1916300/1916228/d948d74a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fraser Suites Hanoi 51 Xuan Dieu Street, Tay Ho Ward Hanoi Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Hanoi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hoan Kiem Lake and West Lake are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (240 reviews) Prompt and exceptional service, excellent amenities, luxurious standard rooms, incredible value. Two grocery stores located within the same building with wide selection of wares. Countless F&B options walking distance from the hotel and nice neighbourhood overall. Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hanoi-Hotels-Fraser-Suites-Hanoi.h1916228.Hotel-Information) ![Elegant Suites Westlake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9050000/9045500/9045496/eced9b34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 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! (626 reviews) Clean room, great staff, lovely room and spacious. Not too far from the old town and easy to get to from the airport. Will defiantly want to stay again. GREAT morning breakfast too! 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[](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://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62473-Halong-Bay.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) ![Sapa Lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/540a6c9171a6ff7cbc9eae878be2477d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sapa Lake 4/5(8 reviews) 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) ![Halong Bay Marina](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/aadc31a75b09b36c7c9395876766ef4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Halong Bay Marina 4/5(11 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Halong-Bay-Marina-Hon-Gai.d6229344.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tran Quoc Pagoda](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95417-Tran-Quoc-Pagoda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West Lake 3.5/5(2 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/West-Lake-Hanoi.d553248621526918488.Vacation-Attraction) ![Hanoi Opera House showing theatre scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35751-Hanoi-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Hanoi Opera House 4/5(59 reviews) 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) ### 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 $39 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 $168 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/2-days-village-trek-and-homestay-in-dong-van-s-ethnic-highlands.a50277379.activity-details) [See all activities in Northern Vietnam](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Northern-Vietnam.d6054376.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Northern Vietnam ![Hanoi showing cycling as well as an individual female](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/30000/30311-Hanoi.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hanoi ![Halong Bay showing a bay or harbour and mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/94000/94957-Halong-Bay.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hai Phong ![Sa Pa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/540a6c9171a6ff7cbc9eae878be2477d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sa Pa ![Halong Bay showing landscape views and rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/61000/61899-Halong-Bay.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) - [Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum ](https://expedia.ca/Ho-Chi-Minh-Mausoleum-Ba-Dinh.d6115776.Vacation-Attraction) - [St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi ](https://expedia.ca/St-Josephs-Cathedral-Of-Hanoi-Old-Quarter.d6158574.Vacation-Attraction) - [Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre ](https://expedia.ca/Thang-Long-Water-Puppet-Theatre-Old-Quarter.d6115804.Vacation-Attraction) - [My Dinh National Stadium ](https://expedia.ca/My-Dinh-National-Stadium-My-Dinh.d6115790.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) - [Temple of Literature ](https://expedia.ca/Temple-Of-Literature-Dong-Da.d6115784.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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