Itinerary: Wonderful 3-Day Hanoi Itinerary

by Lily
Jan 08, 04:16
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Hanoi is noisy, busy and motorbike-clogged but it’s still a joy to experience the serene views, street-food scene and culture – and to explore even more on one of the city’s numerous walking tours. With 3 days in Hanoi, don't forget to make a boat trip to nearby Halong Bay, a stunning and charming area won't make you regret.

Duration 3.0 days
Estimated cost 387.70 USD
Total travel distance 380.0 km
Number of places 17 places
Intensity Moderate
Personal interests Cultural Food Historic Landmark Outdoor Shopping Streets
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DAY 1 - ITINERARY 8 places

05:00

Noi Bai International Airport Detail Map

Noi Bai International Airport Phú Minh Sóc Sơn Hà Nội Vietnam

Noi Bai International Airport, the biggest airport in northern Vietnam, serves the capital city of Hanoi. The airport is located 45 kilometers from the city center.

Pickup a taxi

14.56 USD

45 mins

26.32 km

07:00

Crowne Plaza West Hanoi Hotel Detail Map

36 Le Duc Tho, My Dinh, Nam Tu Liem, Hanoi, Vietnam 93.00 USD

The Crowne Plaza West Hanoi, one of the newest hotels in Hanoi, offers the latest in comfort and connectivity. Their welcoming colleagues are always on hand to provide you with seamless service.

Pickup a taxi

5.04 USD

30 mins

9.18 km

08:45

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Detail Map

Enter at corner of Hung Vuong and Le Hong Phong Sts. | Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi, Vietnam 0.67 USD

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is the last resting place of Ho Chi Minh. It is a symbol of gratitude and respect of Vietnamese people for president Ho Chi Minh.

Walk

0.00 USD

5 mins

0.29 km

10:30

One Pillar Pagoda (Chua Mot Cot) Detail Map

Chua Mot Cot Street | Ba Dinh District, Hanoi, Vietnam

Chua Mot Cot or the One Pillar Pagoda was constructed by Emperor Ly Thai Tong in AD 1049. For those who love to admire some unique architectures, this is a place for you.

Walk

0.00 USD

20 mins

1.74 km

11:15

Sen Xanh Restaurant Detail Map

77 Phạm Hồng Thái - Ba Đình - Hà Nội, Hanoi, Vietnam

Sen Xanh restaurant (Green Lotus West Lake) brings its customers a little peace of mind but it can also help discovering some unique dishes.

Walk

0.00 USD

20 mins

1.52 km

13:30

Ha Noi's Old Quarter Detail Map

Hanoi, Vietnam

Ha Noi's Old Quarter is a must-see stop where you can explore the unique architecture blended with a touch of western design in the center of Ha Noi.

Prepare 70,000VND or USD 3.50 for a one hour ride of the cycle rickshaw known as cyclo in the Old Quarter of Hanoi.

Walk

0.00 USD

15 mins

1.42 km

14:30

Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural Detail Map

Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural, Phúc Xá, Ba Đình, Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural is a ceramic mosaic mural on the wall of the dyke system of Hanoi, Vietnam. With a length of about 4 km, the Ceramic Road is one of the major projects that were developed on the occasion of the Millennial Anniversary of Hanoi.

Take a bus/train

16.30 USD

3 hours

160.91 km

18:45

Co Ngu Restaurant Detail Map

Bãi Cháy, tp. Hạ Long, Quảng Ninh Province, Vietnam, Hanoi 18.00 USD

Co Ngu restaurant, opened in 2009 with total investment of more than 2 million USD, is considered one of the largest, most luxurious and unique restaurant in Ha Long.

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DAY 2 - ITINERARY 5 places

07:00

Halong PLaza Hotel Detail Map

Halong Road, Ha Long, Quảng Ninh, Vietnam, Hanoi 63.00 USD

Halong Plaza Hotel, ideally located in the Halong city, by Halong Bay, combines warm welcome and excellent services to provide the ideal venue for business and leisure travellers.

Before you leave for Halong Bay Junk Boat Cruise, have your breakfast at the hotel.

Pickup a taxi

2.24 USD

10 mins

4.48 km

08:15

Ha Long Bay Detail Map

Quang Ninh province, Vietnam 11.20 USD

Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a popular travel destination, located in Quang Ninh province, Vietnam.

The Halong Bay Junk Boat Cruise takes about 3 hours of fun and axciting spelunking, lagoon river passing through and sight seeing the Halong Bay.
Boats also offer karaoke to heighten the mood.
For those who are in a bigger boat, guests can spend overnight at the Bay area and a day tour for additional costs.

Take a bus/train

16.40 USD

3 hours

161.04 km

14:30

Cafe Pho Co Detail Map

11 hang trong ha noi, 11 Hàng Gai, Hàng Trống, Hà Nội, Vietnam, Hanoi 8.00 USD

Cafe Pho Co, one of Hanoi’s best-kept secrets, this place has plum views over Hoan Kiem Lake.

You’ll need to order coffee and snacks before tackling the final winding staircase.
Enter through the silk shop, and continue through the antique-bedecked courtyard up to the top floor for the mother of all vistas.
For something deliciously different, try the caphe trung da, coffee topped with a silky-smooth beaten egg white.

Walk

0.00 USD

5 mins

0.31 km

15:45

Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Detail Map

57B Dinh Tien Hoang, Hanoi, Vietnam 4.48 USD

Thang Long Water Puppet Theater is where you will be amazed by one of the popular traditional performance in Viet Nam, especially in northen areas.

Pickup a taxi

1.12 USD

10 mins

2.21 km

17:30

Com Viet Restaurant Detail Map

63 Phạm Hồng Thái, Trúc Bạch, Ba Đình, Hà Nội, Vietnam, Hanoi 35.00 USD

Com Viet Restaurant open it’s doors again in a new location. This time, much more than a fine dinning restaurant, Com Viet is a place filled with amazing Vietnamese antiques.