Northern Vietnam
Travel Guide
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![Ho Chi Minh Museum featuring a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35816-Ho-Chi-Minh-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit Northern Vietnam
Where to stay in Northern Vietnam
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Old Quarter
Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hang Gai Street and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.
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Hoan Kiem
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.
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French Quarter
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to French Quarter. A stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or Lý Thái Tổ Monument might round out your trip.
![Tay Ho featuring a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95316-Tay-Ho-West-Lake.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Tay Ho
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip.
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Ba Dinh
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or One Pillar Pagoda might round out your trip.
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Hang Bac
While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like The Old Quarter Gallery and Ta Hien Street.
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Popular places to visit
![Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a monument, heritage architecture and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62552-Hoan-Kiem-Lake.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Hoan Kiem Lake
Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.
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Halong Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront of Halong Bay Marina and enjoy other activities such as boating in Ha Long. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
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Tam Coc Bich Dong
Explore the great outdoors at Tam Coc Bich Dong, a lovely green space in Hoa Lu. You can seek out the cycling trails while in the area.
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Sapa Lake
Explore the great outdoors at Sapa Lake and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Sa Pa. You can seek out the hiking trails in this quaint area.
![Tran Quoc Pagoda](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95417-Tran-Quoc-Pagoda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
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Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.