What to see in Hanoi in 4 days
4-day itinerary for Hanoi (Vietnam): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.
Hanoi blends history, food, culture and temples at every turn. Here's a 4-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.
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Day 1Old Town
Day 2Hoan Kiem Lake
Day 3Ba Dinh
Day 4French Quarter
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How many days do I need to see Hanoi?
With 4 days you can cover the key areas of Hanoi: Old Town, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ba Dinh and French Quarter. The plan spreads them across your days so you don't retrace your steps or waste time between them.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi?
The best time to visit Hanoi is spring and autumn, though with a good itinerary it's worth it in almost any season.
How do you get around Hanoi?
It's a very walkable city: the centre is compact and almost everything is close by, so you'll get around mostly on foot. That's why the itinerary links places by proximity, grouping a different area each day so you never retrace your steps.
What to visit in Hanoi?
The must-sees in Hanoi: Free Walking Tour of Hanoi, Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.
Is Hanoi worth visiting?
Yes. Hanoi brings together history, food, culture and temples, and the must-sees —Free Walking Tour of Hanoi, Ngoc Son Temple, Hoan Kiem Lake and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum— are easy to take in over 4 days. It's worth it even if you're short on time.
Where to eat in Hanoi?
Some local picks from this guide: Bun Cha Huong Lien, Pho Gia Truyen and Cha Ca Thang Long. They're placed by area alongside each day of the itinerary.
How much does it cost to visit Hanoi?
It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.
Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?
Every bookable activity includes a direct link to Civitatis to buy the ticket or tour online and skip the lines.