Hanoi Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
capital of Vietnam
About Hanoi
Invading forces from every direction agree: Hanoi makes a fine capital. It has held that title for more than a thousand years, through several invasions, occupations, restorations, and name changes. The Chinese conquered the imperial city of Đại La in 1408 and renamed it Tống Bình. Le Loi repelled the invaders in 1428 and applied the name of Lê Thái Tổ (黎太祖). For his efforts, he received the crown and a slew of legends about his heroic exploits, many centred around theHoan Kiem Lakein the Old Quarter. The Nguyen Dynasty gave the city its modern name of Ha Noi in 1831, but they had transferred power toHueby then. Hue remained the capital until 1887, when the French made Hanoi the capital of all Indochina. It changed hands again in 1954, when it was ceded to Ho Chi Minh and the Viet Minh aft
Top Attractions in Hanoi
Explore the best things to see and do in Hanoi:
- ★Air Force Museum
- ★August Movie Theater
- ★B-52 Lake
- ★Bạch Mã Temple
- ★Canton Assembly Hall
- ★CGV Cinemas (formerly Megastar)
- ★Công Nhân Theater
- ★Downed Aircraft Memorial
Where to Eat in Hanoi
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Au Lac Vegetarian Restaurant
- 🍴Bánh Mì 25
- 🍴Bánh Mì Dân Tổ
- 🍴Banh Mi Hoi An
- 🍴Bún Chả Đắc Kim
- 🍴Bun Cha Ta Hanoi
Where to Stay in Hanoi
- 🏨Au Co Art Classic Hotel & Spa
- 🏨Capella Hanoi
- 🏨Central Backpackers (Original) Hostel
- 🏨Especen Hotel
- 🏨Hanoi 3B hotel
- 🏨Hanoi Club Hotel
Hanoi Travel Guide Sections
Our comprehensive guide covers 14 sections including: