Discover the Attractions and Things To Do in Hanoi
Located in the Westlake area, Fraser Suites Hanoi is well placed for travellers to explore the biggest lake in central Hanoi, a popular spot for sightseeing and the attractions nearby. Explore and experience the city during your Vietnam travels with the myriad of Hanoi shopping centres, dining, entertainment, or leisure activities available.
With an eventful history of 1,000 years, the rich cultural heritage of Vietnam is rendered through the building architectures, museums, street performances, customs and folklores. Travellers will be intrigued by the many attractions in Vietnam and be awe-inspired in this city of much understated charm.
Ho Chi Minh Complex
This complex comprises Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, Ba Dinh square, Presidential Palace, Uncle Ho’s House on stilt, One Pillar Pagoda and Ho Chi Minh Museum.
Tran Quoc Pagoda
Constructed in the sixth century during the reign of Emperor Ly Nam De, Tran Quoc Pagoda with its solemn and beautiful architecture blends harmoniously with the peaceful and quiet ambience of West Lake.
Temple of Literature
First built in 1070, the temple went through wars and was later re-built to become the first university of Vietnam.
Ngoc Son Temple
Located in the center of Hanoi on a small island in the middle of the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple is another national pride in the history of Vietnam.
The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
This tells an important part of Hanoi’s history from the Ly dynasty to the late 19th century with the remains of royal palaces, archaeological excavations and photo exhibits.
Ethnology museum
An exhibition of 54 different ethnic groups of Vietnam, one gets to see priceless antiques on display alongside commonly used objects such as pipes, baskets and knives.
Duong Lam ancient village
Home to two old kings, Phung Hung and Ngo Quyen, this is the first ancient village in Vietnam with a history of about 1,200 years.
Bia hoi (Draft beer)
Savour the cheap and tasty Bia hoi at Old Quarters located at the junction of Ta Hien and Luong Ngoc Quyen to experience Hanoi’s favourite pastime in hot summer.
The Roof top at 83 Ly Thuong Kiet Street
Located in a prime location, the Rooftop is a romantic café space for premium wines and a host of other beverages.
Le Pub-25 Hang Be Street
With a good location near Hoan Kiem Lake, Le Pub has a good range of drinks and food, making it a great place to hang out with friend.
Funky Monkey Bar at 31 Hang Thrung St, Hanoi
This two-floor combination of bar and lounge is a decent, friendly late night bar.
R&R Tavern at 256 Nghi Tam Street
A favourite place for draft beer, burgers, live music and meeting people.
Daluva Restaurant & Bar at 33 To Ngoc Van:
Provides pleasant ambience with excellent food and drinks.
Hanoi Botanic Gardens
With 50 acres of nature trails and gardens, Hanoi Botanic Gardens provides city dwellers an ideal green retreat.
Ba Vi National Parks
Centered on a three-peaked mountain, Ba Vi National Park is a natural beauty which makes a great escape from the city for cool and fresh mountain air 1,200 metres above sea level.
Tam Dao National Park
Established in 1996, the national park is a protected area zone in the North Vietnam with 2,000 plant species and diverse animals.
Cuc Phuong National Park
The largest nature reserve of Vietnam, the park is home to an amazing diversity of flora and fauna including some endangered.
Xuan Thuy National Park
Situated by the coastal area of the Red River Delta, this part is a unique destination for bird watching, sight-seeing and boat cruising.
Dong Mo
Located at the foot of Ba Vi Mountain, and with a series of lake-side resorts and villas and a 36-hole Golf Course, Dong Mo is an ideal destination for a weekend getaway!
Highlands Coffee
Well-known for its roasted and ground coffee beans, you should not miss a cup of Highlands Coffee when you are in Vietnam. The ready-to-go instant coffee makes it a perfect souvenir from the city as well!
My Way Bar-Café
A stylish bar with a cozy interior, the menu offers a wide selection of international beers and cusine from all over the world.
Z-Pizza
Situated within Syrena Tower, Z-pizza is one of the famous restaurant chains from USA and serves one of the best pizzas in town.
La Salsa Restaurant
La Salsa Tapas bar & Restaurant offers a fusion of traditional French food and Spanish tapas. It has been raved as one of the best hangouts to enjoy authentic “aperitif”.
Don’s Restaurant
Don's Bistro is popular with the local and tourists alike for fresh crustaceans dishes with a touch of Canadian recipes. Be sure to try the signature bagel with cream-cheese salmon.
Saint Honore Restaurant
Saint-Honoré is known for its cuisine, ambience and culture blended into one. Serving classic French cuisine with a twist, they are made with only the freshest and natural ingredients.
Hanoi’s Old Quarter
A famous shopping area surrounding the Lake where there are lots of stores selling merchandise like clothes, jewelry, shoes, handbags, belts, watches, sunglasses, painting and silk by the streets.
Trang Tien Plaza
A long-standing and iconic shopping centre located at Trang Tien street (right next to Hoan Kiem Lake), Hoan Kiem District.
Vincom Centre
A modern mall with high-end Megastar Cineplex located at Ba Trieu Street (just 2 km from Hoan Kiem lake), Hai Ba Trung District.
Parkson Department Store
A leading departmental store chain located at Tay Son street, Dong Da District.
The Garden Shopping Center
A new high-end shopping centre located at Me Tri Street, My Dinh, Tu Liem District.
Indochina Plaza
Located at Xuan Thuy Street, Cau Giay District, this place is built for modern lifestyle.
Royal City Megamall
Located at Nguyen Trai Street in Thanh Xuan District, it is the largest underground mall in Asia with 230,000 sqm of shops, restaurants, cineplex, waterpark, and an ice skating ring.
Times City Megamall
Another mega mall of 230,000 sqm offering shops, restaurants, cineplex, huge musical fountain and a giant aquarium located at Minh Khai street, Hai Ba Trung district.
Vietnam Art Museum
Dedicated to the promotion of cultural and artistic heritage, this museum exhibits permanent collections of important works of Vietnamese art which give the public unique insights into the culture and history of Vietnam
Ca Tru Hanoi Club
CA TRU - Aan ancient genre of chamber music featuring female vocalists, Ca tru was officially recognized by UNESCO under the World's Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding.
The Ceramic Road
Recognised by Guinness World Organization as the world's longest ceramic painting (approximately 3.85 km long), it is a work of art in commemoration of the 1,000th anniversary of Thang Long of the people of Hanoi.
Thang Long Water Puppet
Thang Long water puppetry is a traditional art form with distinctive culture identity of Vietnam practised in the Red River Delta area for over a thousand years.
Hanoi Opera House
Hanoi Opera House: Modelled after the Palais Garnier of Paris, it is recognised both as an architectural and a political symbol of the 1,000 year-old capital Hanoi.
Bao Son Paradise
A 20-hectare entertainment complex that combines tourism, culture and amusement under one roof.
Vincom Mega Mall Royal City
Vietnam’s largest retail and entertainment complex where one will find branded goods and lots of leisure facilities.
