Discovering Hanoi in 3 Days

Day 1: Exploring Old Quarter

Hanoi, Vietnam

8:00AM

Breakfast at Pho Thin

Start your day with a delicious bowl of traditional Vietnamese pho at Pho Thin, known for its flavourful broth and tender beef slices.
£5, 1 hour

10:00AM

Walk around Old Quarter

Explore the bustling streets of Old Quarter, filled with narrow lanes, colonial architecture, and vibrant markets selling local handicrafts and street food.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Bun Cha Ta

Indulge in a lunch of bun cha at Bun Cha Ta, a popular local spot known for its grilled pork with vermicelli noodles and fresh herbs.
£7, 1 hour

2:00PM

Visit Hoan Kiem Lake

Take a leisurely stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque spot in the heart of the city, and visit Ngoc Son Temple located on a small island in the lake.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Shopping at Dong Xuan Market

Browse through Dong Xuan Market, the oldest and largest market in Hanoi, offering a wide range of goods from clothing and souvenirs to local street food.
Variable, 1.5 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Cha Ca Thang Long

End your day with a unique dining experience at Cha Ca Thang Long, where you can grill your own fish at the table with turmeric and dill, served with noodles and fresh herbs.
£10, 1 hour
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Day 2: Historical Sites Exploration

Hanoi, Vietnam

8:30AM

Breakfast at Banh Mi 25

Start your day with a delicious banh mi sandwich at Banh Mi 25, a popular spot known for its fresh baguettes and variety of fillings.
£3, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Explore the final resting place of Vietnamese revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh at the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, surrounded by Ba Dinh Square and other important government buildings.
Free, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at KOTO Van Mieu

Enjoy a meal at KOTO Van Mieu, a social enterprise restaurant supporting disadvantaged youth, located near the Temple of Literature. Try their traditional Vietnamese dishes with a modern twist.
£8, 1 hour

2:00PM

Explore Temple of Literature

Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university and dedicated to Confucius. Explore the well-preserved architecture, gardens, and courtyards of this historical site.
£2, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Coffee at Note Coffee

Relax with a cup of Vietnamese coffee at Note Coffee, a unique cafe where you can leave messages on sticky notes to decorate the walls and ceiling.
£3, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Quan An Ngon

Indulge in a dinner at Quan An Ngon, a popular restaurant offering a wide selection of Vietnamese street food dishes in a charming setting with indoor and outdoor seating.
£10, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Tranquil West Lake

Hanoi, Vietnam

9:00AM

Breakfast at Xoi Yen

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Xoi Yen, known for its delicious sticky rice dishes topped with various ingredients like chicken, pork, or mushrooms.
£4, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore West Lake

Take a leisurely walk or rent a bicycle to explore the serene West Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Hanoi, dotted with temples, pagodas, and lakeside cafes.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at Sen Tay Ho

Enjoy a lakeside lunch at Sen Tay Ho, offering a mix of traditional Vietnamese and Western dishes with a view of the water and lush greenery.
£7, 1 hour

3:00PM

Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda

Explore Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in Hanoi dating back to the 6th century, located on a small island in West Lake with picturesque views of the water.
£1, 1 hour

5:00PM

Relax at Lotte Observation Deck

Head to the Lotte Observation Deck for panoramic views of Hanoi and a relaxing evening overlooking the cityscape as the sun sets.
£5, 1.5 hours

7:00PM

Dinner at Ngon Villa

End your day with a dinner at Ngon Villa, a charming restaurant serving a buffet of Vietnamese delicacies in a colonial villa setting with a garden and live music.
£15, 2 hours
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