Explore Hanoi
Wander through the historic Old Quarter of Hanoi, Vietnam's capital, where centuries of Chinese and French influences meet tranquil lakes and a thriving street food scene.
About Travel to Hanoi
Hanoi is served by Noi Bai International Airport; it’s often paired with Ho Chi Minh City or a Halong Bay cruise. October–April is cooler and drier; summer is hot and humid. The Old Quarter is best explored on foot; use ride apps or taxis for longer trips. Book Halong Bay or Lan Ha Bay cruises, the water puppet theatre, and popular restaurants in advance. Allow time for the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, temples, and phở and bún chả spots. Hanoi is the usual starting point for Sapa and Halong—plan at least a couple of days in the city itself.
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Best Time to Visit
Spring
28°C / 21°C
Warm, humid, and drizzly
Summer
33°C / 26°C
Very hot, sticky, and rainy
Fall
29°C / 22°C
Pleasant, sunny, and much drier
Winter
21°C / 15°C
Cool and often cloudy/misty
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