1Which season is best to explore Hanoi in 1 day?
To have the most complete journey to explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter, you definitely have to choose the best weather, right? Every season, Hanoi wears its own unique color and unique memory.
Perhaps autumn in Hanoi is the most beautiful and romantic. Around August to November is the time when trees begin to change leaves, and the whole capital suddenly turns a gentle, deep yellow. In addition, the fresh, slightly chilly, pleasant atmosphere is very suitable for walks and sampling delicious Hanoi dishes. In addition, from the end of January to March is also the occasion of Lunar New Year, you will have the opportunity to experience a new spring trip amidst the cold weather, light drizzle and brilliant flowers everywhere.
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Hanoi is so beautiful in autumn
The streets are bustling during spring travel days. Photo: @momoco
2What should you prepare for a 1-day itinerary to explore Hanoi?
– The first indispensable item is identification including ID card, ID card or passport because many attractions in Hanoi require you to present documents to visit.
– You should bring basic medical equipment such as bandages and antiseptic alcohol in case of unexpected situations.
– If you travel to Hanoi in the winter, you should equip a thick sweater, life jacket, and wool gloves to keep warm, because the cold weather in Hanoi can drop below 15 degrees Celsius.
– If you go in dry, warm weather, a thin jacket and sunscreen are an inseparable “duo”.
– Remember to bring a backup charger to comfortably check-in every corner of Hanoi’s 36 streets.
3Transportation in Hanoi for 1 day
To proactively and flexibly move through tourist attractions and delicious restaurants, motorbikes are the number 1 choice for you. However, it will be a memorable experience if you rent a cyclo or bicycle to tour every corner of Hanoi. Therefore, depending on your preferences, you should rent a car to get around.
Sitting on a cyclo, roaming all the streets will give you wonderful experiences
4Pocket your itinerary to explore Hanoi in 1 day from A – Z
6h00: Fuel up to start your schedule with delicious breakfast dishes such as sticky rice, pho, bun cha, pieces of luong, rib porridge… Vietnamtravelio will suggest you some delicious breakfast places in Hanoi. – nutritious – cheap below for you to choose from.
– Gia Truyen Bat Dan Pho – 49 Bat Dan, Cua Dong, Hoan Kiem District.
– Hang Bai sticky rice – Hang Bai intersection, Ly Thuong Kiet, Hoan Kiem District.
– Rib porridge in Hang Bo – No. 32 Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem District.
– Quai Beo – 431 Nguyen Khang, Cau Giay District.
6:30 a.m.: Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake – Symbol of Hanoi capital. Walking around the lake, inhaling the fresh, clean air early in the morning is the best. Then, stop by the Turtle Tower, The Huc Bridge and Ngoc Son Temple to discover the unique architecture and legends of Sword Lake that have been passed down for generations.
8:30 a.m.: Visit President Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum and walk around Ba Dinh Square. Surely, as a Vietnamese, you will definitely feel pride mixed with joy and gratitude when you have the opportunity to visit your beloved old father’s mausoleum. You should note the time to visit Uncle Ho’s mausoleum that Vietnamtravelio lists below to choose a suitable arrival date.
– Hot season (April 1 – October 31): Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday – Sunday, 7:30 – 10:30.
– Cold season (November 1 – March 31 of next year): Tuesday – Thursday and Saturday – Sunday, 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
– Particularly on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays, visiting time is extended by 30 minutes.
10h: Check-in at Hanoi Cathedral. Located between Nha Tho street and Nha Chung street, the Cathedral is a French architectural work built in the early 19th century. This is a “virtual living” place that has never stopped being hot for young people.
Hoan Kiem Lake – A place bearing the resounding historical mark of our ancestors in the past
Explore the brilliant red The Huc Bridge and the ancient Ngoc Son temple
Pride surged when visiting Uncle Ho’s mausoleum
Get a set of great photos at Hanoi Cathedral. Photo: @bunnyxinh
11:30 a.m.: Quickly fill your “hungry stomach” with delicious dishes of Hanoi such as a bowl of chicken noodle soup or fragrant snail vermicelli at addresses like:
– Luong Van Can chicken noodle soup – Hang Bo intersection, Luong Van Can, Hoan Kiem District
– Mrs. Luong’s snail noodle soup – No. 34 – 64 Alley 191 Khuong Thuong, Dong Da District
Immediately eat a bowl of delicious, filling snail vermicelli
Choose a bowl of nutritious chicken noodle soup, fragrant with herbal medicine
13h00: Check-in at Long Bien Bridge – Historical witness of Hanoi capital. This is the place where vintage, quality or “so deep” photos are born. Right at the foot of the bridge is a very romantic Red River rocky beach during the reeds blooming season. From here, as far as your eyes can see, you will catch the entire vast scene of Long Bien Bridge and the Red River winding between the blue sky and clouds.
15h00: Explore West Lake and participate in SUP – a fairly new sport in the capital. When dusk begins to fall, sitting here admiring the peaceful, pure atmosphere, all the stress and sadness in my heart will disappear.
You can also choose for yourself a cafe with a beautiful view near the lake, there’s nothing better than sipping a cup of warm coffee while watching the sunset.
On the way, you should stop by to visit Tran Quoc Pagoda – a thousand-year-old ancient pagoda. This is a very sacred temple, so you should burn incense, pay your respects to the Buddha and ask him for blessings and peace.
Long Bien Bridge towering over the Red River is a “living witness” of Vietnamese history for many generations
Experience SUP paddling at West Lake full of fun
Tran Quoc Pagoda was built in a unique, ancient architectural style on a small island in the middle of West Lake
Sip a relaxing cup of tea in the late afternoon, immersing yourself in the vast, airy space
17h: Start bombarding the “top of the top” snacks in Hanoi such as Thai sweet soup, grapefruit sweet soup, Bo sweet soup, warm tofu… When you’re full of energy, continue to “party” with Hanoi at night.
20h: Stroll around the old streets when the lights are sparkling, enjoy the atmosphere when the city is peaceful, without any bustle or hustle and bustle. Although the traditional culture and classic architecture of the past are no longer intact, you can still see the old Hanoi of the 70s – 80s.
You can also choose a sidewalk restaurant or go to a bar with a city view to raise a glass and chat with friends. Just thinking about it makes me excited, right?
22h: You must be tired by coming here. Finish your 1-day tour of Hanoi and return home to rest.
Enjoy delicious grilled beef stew
As a snack lover, you certainly cannot miss the delicious desserts in the old streets
You will be overwhelmed by the ancient, peaceful space when the old town lights up sparklingly
Vietnamtravelio is confident that you will have an exciting day exploring Hanoi. Quickly join your friends to learn more about the sights in Hanoi and pack your backpacks now!
