7 tourist destinations that everyone should visit when coming to Hanoi

Hanoi is no longer a strange destination for domestic as well as international tourists. It is a beautiful and friendly capital always attracting those who want to learn about the history, culture and people of Vietnam. Wild Lotus Apartment serviced apartment has a convenient location that  you can easily move to famous tourist attractions in the city from here. Let's take a look at 7 attractive check-in addresses for guests when coming to Hanoi.

 

1. Hoan Kiem Lake

Hoan Kiem Lake( also known as Sword Lake ) is about a 10-minute drive from Wild Lotus Apartments. This place is considered as a symbol of Hanoi and the heart of the capital - where the intersection between ancient and modern features creates a beautiful natural scene.

 

 

Sword Lake is associated with the history of development from the ancient Thang Long capital to the present day as the capital of Vietnam, so around Sword Lake, there are many famous scenic spots such as But Tower, Ngoc Son Temple, The Huc Bridge, and Hoa Phong Tower. Do not forget to take the time to take a walk around the 36 old streets of Hanoi and discover the plentiful culture and cuisine of the land of Ha Thanh.

 

2. West Lake

Next to the ancient Hoan Kiem Lake is West Lake that carries the breath of modern life. This largest natural freshwater lake in Hanoi combined with the infrastructure planning around the lake has taken the shape of a peaceful living space in the heart of the crowded city. The scene of straight trees reflecting on the surface of the shimmering lake creates a poetic scene, especially in the evening. When the sunset is red, West Lake is like a giant picture full of poetry and romance. West Lake is the gathering place of the people of the capital, especially young people who come here to enjoy this poetic beauty.

 

 

Wandering around West Lake, you can also learn more about equally famous spots such as Tran Quoc Pagoda, Quan Thanh Temple, Phu Tay Ho, lotus pond, valley of flowers...

Wild Lotus Apartments has the advantage of being located right on the golden land of Tay Ho, so what is more wonderful when you both live in the green environment of the windy West Lake region and combine exploring the famous monuments of this area?

 

3. St. Joseph's Cathedral

 

 

Hanoi Cathedral, built during the French colonial period, right next to Sword Lake, is one of the oldest architectural works in Hanoi. Simulated the European Gothic style like Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, the ancient and majestic beauty of this place makes it become a famous spot to visit and check-in for tourists from all over the world traveling to Hanoi.

 

4. Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is a complex of relics associated with the history of Thang Long citadel and recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage (2010). This massive structure was built by kings through many historical periods. This scenic spot is the oldest evidence of a brilliant development period of the ancient citadel, so they have a particularly great value as a symbol of the thousand-year history of the capital of Hanoi. The most attractive point in this place is Ky Dai, also known as Hanoi flagpole - a symbol of the free spirit of the nation. Or you can also visit Doan Mon, Kinh Thien Palace, Tinh Bac Lau ...

 

 

From Wild Lotus Apartments, there are many means of transportation to the Imperial Citadel such as taxi, bus, bicycle. You can choose any type of transportation because this monument is very close to the apartment you live in. It only takes about 10 minutes by car, just buy an entrance ticket and you can comfortably explore this monument.

 

5. Ba Dinh Square and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Itinerary to visit Hanoi will not be complete without the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ba Dinh Square, which commemorates President Ho Chi Minh - the man who was credited with giving birth to the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. Located on the road connecting Hung Vuong - Thanh Nien, it takes about 7 minutes to drive from Wild Lotus Apartments to see the windy Ba Dinh square. This place attracts a lot of foreign tourists to visit and express their respects to the great Uncle Ho.

 

 

In addition, you should try to spend time experiencing the flag raising ceremony, flag lowering ceremony on the windy Ba Dinh square, or visiting the Vietnam Military Museum, One Pillar Pagoda and Uncle Ho's memorial house. It will definitely be a memorable experience of the time living in Vietnam.

 

6. National Historical Museum

The Vietnamese people have a history of more than 4000 years of building and defending the country. This is our pride for many international friends and the National History Museum has been preserving a part of that history. On the journey of discovering the 36 streets of Hanoi, do not forget to miss this place. Every year the museum welcomes millions of visitors, this is a huge warehouse including artifacts and documents for research and sightseeing. Established in 2011 after merging the Vietnam History Museum and the Vietnam Revolution Museum, this place has become a charming tourist attraction near the West Lake area, just 10 minutes by motorbike from Wild Lotus Apartments.

 

 

Currently, the National Museum of History is divided into 2 exhibition areas according to 2 chronologies as follows:

• 1 Trang Tien: history from prehistory to Nguyen Dynasty in 1945

• 216 Tran Quang Khai: from the middle of the 19th century to the present

 

7. Temple of Literature 

Temple of Literature is considered as the first university of Vietnam, that worships Confucius, confucian scholars and scholars, sages of the country. This scenic spot is located near Van Mieu street, a 15-minute drive from Wild Lotus Apartments or a 5-minute walk from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Nowadays, it has become the pride of the people of the capital with its glorious imprints of a period of development of Vietnamese education.

 

 

The charming beauty of Hanoi has attracted the hearts of many people and been an endless poetic inspiration for those who come and love a rustic, peaceful Hanoi. Let's experience the Wild Lotus Apartment and don't forget to save memorable memories in the journey to discover Hanoi.