Start your day with a classic Vietnamese bowl of pho at Pho Bat Dan, known for its rich broth and freshly sliced beef, a local favorite located in the Old Quarter. It opens early making it perfect for breakfast.
Explore the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter where narrow lanes overflow with street vendors, traditional shops, and colonial architecture, capturing the essence of Hanoi's daily life.
Enjoy the famous local dish Cha Ca, turmeric-marinated fish grilled with dill and served with rice noodles, at this renowned Hanoi restaurant, an iconic culinary experience.
Relax by the serene Hoan Kiem Lake and explore Ngoc Son Temple situated on an island in the lake, rich with local legends and perfect for picturesque views.
Experience the traditional Vietnamese water puppet theatre, a cultural art form unique to northern Vietnam, with a lively and entertaining performance starting at 6pm.
Dine on Bun Cha, grilled pork served with noodles and herbs, at this famous spot where former President Obama once ate. Open until late, it's great for dinner.
Taste Xoi, a sticky rice dish topped with savory or sweet ingredients, at Xoi Yen, a popular breakfast spot serving authentic northern Vietnamese flavors.
Tour the important Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum where the embalmed president is preserved, along with the surrounding Presidential Palace gardens and the One Pillar Pagoda; opens from 8am to 11am.
Enjoy a delightful lunch at KOTO, a social enterprise restaurant serving contemporary Vietnamese dishes with a focus on fresh, local ingredients and training disadvantaged youth.
Explore Vietnam’s first national university, the Temple of Literature, featuring peaceful gardens and traditional Vietnamese architecture symbolizing scholarly values; open until 5pm.
Savor a wide variety of traditional Vietnamese dishes served in a charming colonial villa, a great place to sample street food-style dishes in a comfortable setting.
Stroll along the largest freshwater lake in Hanoi and visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest Buddhist temple in the city, surrounded by beautiful lakeside views and gardens.
End your Hanoi experience with a cup of coconut coffee or iced Vietnamese coffee at Cong Caphe, a trendy café with nostalgic décor popular among locals and tourists.