Hanoi Half Day Cultural Tour Museum, Temple and Water Puppet Show

4 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Hanoi in just 4 hours. This half-day tour immerses you in three cultural highlights: the National Museum of History, the iconic Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake, and a charming Vietnamese water puppet performance.

Conveniently depart from either Noi Bai International Airport or central Hanoi, ensuring a hassle-free experience whether you're short on time or just passing through. Join small groups or opt for a private tour for personalized attention.

- Explore Vietnam's history at the National Museum of History
- Visit Ngoc Son Temple and learn about its legends
- Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show
- Pick-up from your hotel in the Old Quarter or airport included

What's Included

English-speaking tour guide
Water puppet show ticket
Drop-off at your hotel in the Old Quarter
Entrance ticket fee
Transportation during the tour with experienced driver
Pickup at Hanoi city centre or Noi Bai Airport
Personal expenses
Food and drinks not included
Tips and gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

After booking, our operator team will contact to for pickup details.

Drop-off point
Old Quarter

Our driver will drop you off at your hotel in the Old Quarter

Itinerary

Duration: 4 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Vietnam National Museum of History

    The Vietnam National Museum of History stores and preserves about 200,000 objects and materials of Vietnamese cultural history among which there are nearly 110,000 antiques and 30 national treasures from prehistory to 1945.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)

    Hoàn Kiếm Lake is a scenic freshwater lake in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter, famous for the historic Turtle Tower in its center and the legend of the magic sword returned to a golden turtle. It serves as a beloved cultural and recreational hub for locals and tourists alike, especially during morning exercises and weekend pedestrian street activities.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Temple Ngoc Son

    Located on a small island in Hoan Kiem Lake and connected by the iconic red Huc Bridge, Ngoc Son Temple is a serene 19th-century shrine dedicated to scholars and national heroes. It offers a peaceful escape amid Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter and showcases traditional Vietnamese architecture and spiritual heritage.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Thang Long Water Puppet

    This traditional Vietnamese art form, dating back nearly a thousand years, features wooden puppets performing on water accompanied by live traditional music and singing, depicting folk tales and rural life scenes. It's a unique and entertaining cultural experience showcasing one of Vietnam's most distinctive performing arts.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Up Travel Vietnam

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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