Hanoi

💵 Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND) 🛂 Visa: Most travelers need an e-visa. Check by passport. 🚗 Getting Around: • Grab app (bike & car) • Cyclos in Old Quarter • Walk short distances

Must to do Activities

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Final resting place of Vietnam’s leader; strong national importance.

Temple of Literature

Vietnam’s first university, peaceful and historic architecture.

Hoa Lo Prison Museum

Historic prison showing Vietnam’s struggle during French rule.

One Pillar Pagoda

Unique lotus-shaped Buddhist pagoda, symbol of Hanoi.

Tran Quoc Pagoda (West Lake)

Oldest pagoda in Hanoi with beautiful lake views.

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Food Recommendations

Pho Bo

Hanoi’s signature beef noodle soup with a clear, aromatic broth.

Bun Cha

Grilled pork served with rice noodles, herbs, and sweet-savory sauce.

Banh Mi

Crispy baguette sandwich filled with meat, pickles, and fresh herbs.

Cha Ca La Vong

Turmeric grilled fish with dill, peanuts, and noodles — a Hanoi specialty.

Egg Coffee (Ca Phe Trung)

Strong coffee topped with creamy, dessert-like egg foam.

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