One Day in Hanoi Exploration

Day 1: Cultural Immersion

Hanoi, Vietnam on May 23, 2024

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Pho Gia Truyen

Start your day with a traditional Vietnamese breakfast at Pho Gia Truyen, known for its delicious beef pho.
Walk 5 minutes from Hoan Kiem Lake.
VND 50,000, 1 hour

9:30 AM

Hoan Kiem Lake

Take a leisurely stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, a picturesque spot surrounded by charming cafes and historical landmarks.
Walk from Pho Gia Truyen to the lake in 10 minutes.
Free, 1.5 hours

11:00 AM

Old Quarter

Explore the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, filled with narrow alleyways, vibrant markets, and traditional shops selling local crafts.
Walk from Hoan Kiem Lake to the Old Quarter in 15 minutes.
Free, 2 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Bun Cha Huong Lien

Indulge in a tasty lunch of bun cha (grilled pork with vermicelli noodles) at Bun Cha Huong Lien, a favourite spot of former President Obama.
Take a taxi or walk 20 minutes from the Old Quarter.
VND 80,000, 1.5 hours

3:00 PM

Temple of Literature

Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university and a stunning example of traditional Vietnamese architecture and history.
Take a taxi from Bun Cha Huong Lien to the Temple of Literature (15 minutes).
VND 30,000, 1.5 hours

5:00 PM

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

End your day with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, a monumental building honouring the national hero of Vietnam.
Take a taxi from the Temple of Literature to the Mausoleum (10 minutes).
Free, 1 hour
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