Hanoi's colonial capital is a unique Asian city with tree-lined boulevards, French colonial architecture, peaceful lakes, and traditional pagodas and temples. This Hanoi city half-day tour packed with historical attractions and ancient temples is exclusively designed for those who don't have much free time but still want to experience a cultural and traditional Hanoi.
Hanoi City Half Day Private Tour
Our tour guide and vehicle from Paradise Indochina Travel pick you up at your hotels then start Hanoi city half day tour
+ Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of Ho Chi Minh. He was the most iconic and popular leader of Vietnam, known to his people as ‘Uncle Ho’. His body is preserved here in a glass case at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in central Hanoi (albeit against his wishes).
+ Visit the One Pillar Pagoda which was built following a dream by the fatherless emperor in which the enlightened being Avalokiteshvara gave him a baby son resting on a lotus flower. Emperor Ly Thai Tong commissioned the pagoda to be created in resemblance of this lotus flower which is also the Buddhist symbol of enlightenment.
+ Next is Temple of Literature & National University. Originally built as a university in 1070 dedicated to Confucius, scholars and sages, the building is extremely well preserved and is a superb example of traditional-style Vietnamese architecture.This ancient site offers a lake of literature, the Well of Heavenly Clarity, turtle steles, pavilions, courtyards and passageways that were once used by royalty. Visiting the Temple of Literature you will discover historic buildings from the Ly and Tran dynasties in a revered place that has seen thousands of doctors’ graduate in what has now become a memorial to education and literature.
+ Visit Dong Xuan market, the largest wholesale market in Hanoi was built in 1889. Dong Xuan Market has long been a tourist attraction in Hanoi. Coming to Dong Xuan Market, you can find a wide range of commodities from fabric, clothing, local handicrafts, souvenirs and street foods.
+ Visit Long Bien Bridge, one of the most famous bridges in Hanoi. It is standing over the Red River as a precious symbol representing the painful history of Hanoi. The Long Bien Bridge was constructed by the French from 1899 to 1902. This work is likened to a witness to the history of Hanoi, as the bridge has seen many fierce battles during the two Indochina Wars against the French and Americans.
+ Visit Hanoi Train Street which nestled in Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This narrow alley attracts travelers hoping to snap a picture on the active train track, and even catch a train whizz by! This alley is actually a residential area - many locals have converted their houses into quaint little cafes where you can sip on traditional egg coffee. It is a very wonderful experience once visting Hanoi city. This is also a highlight of out Hanoi city half day tour
+ Visit Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem lake) considered the heart of Hanoi, not only geographically but also symbolically. In fact, the more you spend time learning about the lake, the more special it becomes. The lake is full of tortoise, which is second to none to be found among Vietnamese lakes.
+ Visit Hanoi Opera House which was erected by the French colonial administration between 1901 and 1911 (you are allowed to the visit the outside of the building only). The Hanoi Opera House is one of three opera houses that the French built during their time in Indochina, the others are Haiphong Opera House and Municipal Theatre in Ho Chi Minh city.
Hanoi city half day tour finishes after 4 hour and our and driver will drop you off same pickup place. Say goodbye to tour guide and driver. End of the Hanoi city half day tour
+ This Hanoi City Half-Day Tour is designed for time duration 4 - 5 hours. You can choose any start time for this tour from 8:00am to 2:00pm. Please contact us via email or WhatsApp +84982804399 for further support.
+ Ho Chi Minh mausoleum opens only in the morning (untill 11:30am) and closed weekly on Monday; Friday. So you will visit outside if you choose tours on Monday, Friday or tours sheduled after 10:00am
+ All passengers must dress modestly when visiting Ho Chi Minh mausoleum. Passengers' shoulders must be covered; shorts must be to knee length.
+ Hanoi Opera House is closed and only open to public for its ceremony and some special events. The visit to this site is to experience the French style architectures and history information.
Tour included
English speaking guide
All entrance fees to the sites
Private transfers during trip
Tea/coffee (or egg-coffee) while visiting the train street
Tour not included
Tips/gratuites
Extra sight-seeing
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