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15 Things To Do In Hanoi

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The 15 most popular things to do in Hanoi. Old Quarter street food, the lake and the water-puppet theatre, and the day trips out to Ha Long Bay and Ninh Binh.

15 Things To Do In Hanoi

Hanoi Jeep Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vietnam Army Jeep

Hanoi Jeep Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vietnam Army Jeep - Stop 1: Chợ Trời and Hanoi’s backstreet maze

1.Hanoi Jeep Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vietnam Army Jeep

Most Popular★ 5.0

Ride Hanoi in a vintage GAZ-69 Jeep for 4 hours, see Train Street and Long Biên Bridge, and enjoy included food and coffee.

“Finn was our guide, she was really knowledgeable and personable. We had an amazing time with her and Anh Cung the driver. We highly recommend this tour. Great food and learning about the culture. Give overall experience with Finn along with Anh Cung 6 stars!!”

15,222 reviewsFrom $55.00by Hanoi Backstreet Tours - REAL

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Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi

Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi - Hoa Lu in the Morning: Dinh King Temple and the Old Capital Vibe

2.Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi

★ 5.0

Full-day Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi with Hoa Lu temples, Mua Cave steps, Tam Coc sampan caves, biking to Bich Dong, plus river lunch.

“Our guide nicknamed Happy was very good and made the trip. The activities and pace were just right. You could do as much or as little as you wanted.”

7,761 reviewsFrom $79.00by Aloha Vietnam Travel & Guide

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Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise – Swimming, Meal, Kayaking

Hanoi: Ha Long Bay Day Cruise - Swimming, Meal, Kayaking - Tuan Chau Harbor to cruise time: what you’re really paying for

Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Tickets

Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Tickets - Tickets, Seats, and the Best Way to Avoid Theatre Chaos

4.Hanoi: Water Puppet Show Tickets

★ 4.6

Book Hanoi Water Puppet Show tickets in advance, pick up near the theatre, and enjoy 50 minutes of classic Vietnamese water puppetry.

“It is more expensive than booking direct either beforehand or on the day but we got excellent seats. Just read the collection location carefully as it’s a few minutes walk from the theatre in a small travel agent.”

7,029 reviews50 minFrom $7by DragonflyCruise

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Hanoi Motorbike Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vintage Motorbike

Hanoi Motorbike Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vintage Motorbike - Timing matters: morning, afternoon, or evening

5.Hanoi Motorbike Tour: Food, Culture and Fun by Vintage Motorbike

★ 5.0

Ride a vintage motorbike through Hanoi’s food lanes, landmarks, and Train Street, with pickup, tastings, and safety gear included.

“Louis was our tour guide and him and his team were great! The tour was super informative and we got to learn new things about Vietnam that we did not know before! Thank you Louis!!”

6,699 reviewsFrom $55.00by Hanoi Backstreet Tours - REAL

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Hanoi: Full-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Swimming & Kayak Tour

Hanoi: Full-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Swimming & Kayak Tour - Cruise views plus lunch on board: a strong start to the day

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit

Hanoi: Guided Food Tour with Train Street Visit - Bun Cha stop: smoky pork and fish sauce comfort

Hanoi Cooking Class: Culture, Local Market & Meaning CSR Impact

Hanoi Cooking Class: Culture, Local Market & Meaning CSR Impact - The local market walk: herbs, textures, and what to buy

5 Traditional Dishes Hanoi Cooking Class with Market Trip

5 Traditional Dishes Hanoi Cooking Class with Market Trip - Cooking 5 Dishes in 3 Hours 15 Minutes: The Real Expectation

Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie

Small Group Hanoi Street Food Tour with a Real Foodie - What you’ll eat: classic Hanoi bites in a guided order

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike - Hoa Lu Temples of the Dinh & Le Dynasties: History You Can Actually See

11.Ninh Binh Full-Day Tour from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc & Mua Cave Via Boat & Bike

★ 5.0

Full-day Ninh Binh tour from Hanoi with Hoa Lu history, Tam Coc bamboo-boat views, and a 500-step Mua Cave climb, plus optional biking.

“This was a great day to cover all the highlights of Ninh Binh including a bike ride around the village before lunch I was lucky to have a great guide with Two. Minibus was comfortable for the journey”

4,384 reviewsFrom $33.00by Easytours24h - Hanoi Day Tours

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Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour

Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Bai Dinh/Hoa Lu, Trang An, & Mua Cave Tour - Bai Dinh vs Hoa Lu: pick the vibe that fits you

Ninh Binh HIGHTLIGHT & HIDDEN GEM Tour From Hanoi: Skip-The-Line

Ninh Binh HIGHTLIGHT & HIDDEN GEM Tour From Hanoi: Skip-The-Line - Tam Coc versus Trang An boat time: how the karst views land

From Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Trang An, Bai Dinh, and Mua Cave Trip

From Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Trang An, Bai Dinh, and Mua Cave Trip - Bai Dinh Pagoda: More Size Than You Expect

14.From Hanoi: Ninh Binh, Trang An, Bai Dinh, and Mua Cave Trip

★ 4.7

Hanoi to Ninh Binh day trip with Bai Dinh Pagoda, a Trang An cave sampan cruise, Mua Cave views, and buffet lunch.

“Our trip was excellent from start to finish, with Quý confirming everything in advance, making sure everyone was comfortable and had a fun, authentic and informed day learning about the local culture & history. We would recommend to all. Thank you Quý 🙌🏼”

3,773 reviewsFrom $45by DGB - INDOCHINATODAYTRAVEL

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Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 1-Day Tam Coc/Trang An, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves

Hanoi/Ninh Binh: 1-Day Tam Coc/Trang An, Hoa Lu & Mua Caves - Hoa Lu Ancient Capital: Dinh King and Le King Temples (No-Shrorts Rule)

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