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Experience the highlights of Vietnam’s capital on this engaging 4-hour Hanoi city tour, combining history, culture, and local flavor.
Begin at Hoa Lo Prison, a former French colonial prison that now serves as a museum, offering powerful insights into Vietnam’s revolutionary past. Continue to the elegant Temple of Literature, founded in 1070 and known as Vietnam’s first national university, showcasing beautiful traditional architecture and a strong legacy of education.
Next, visit the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where you’ll learn about the life and legacy of President Ho Chi Minh (external visit depending on opening hours). Then explore the peaceful Tran Quoc Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hanoi, set beside the scenic West Lake.
Conclude your journey with a cup of authentic Vietnamese egg coffee at Giang Cafe, a rich and creamy local specialty—ending your tour with a true taste of Hanoi.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Group tour: pick-up, drop-off In Hanoi old quarter only.
Private tour: pick-up, drop-off In hotel Hanoi
Our Guide Will Pick You Up With A Name Board Showing Your Full Name. Please Send Us Your Full Name, IMessage/Whatsapp Phone Number, And Pick-Up Address In Advance. If You're Staying Far From The Old Quarter, Kindly Contact Us So We Can Help Organize Your Trip—An Extra Fee May Apply For Distant Pick-Up Locations.
For the walking tour, please come to this location to meet our guide.
Itinerary
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1Hoa Lo Prison
Hoa Lo Prison: Built by the French in the late 19th century, Hoa Lo Prison was once used to detain Vietnamese revolutionaries and later American POWs during the Vietnam War. Today, it is a museum that tells powerful stories of resilience, sacrifice, and Vietnam’s struggle for independence.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2Temple of Literature & National University
Temple of Literature Founded in 1070, this is Vietnam’s first national university and a symbol of the country’s long-standing respect for education. With its peaceful courtyards, ancient stone steles, and traditional architecture, it is one of Hanoi’s most beautiful cultural landmarks.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (Pass by)
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: This solemn monument honors President Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s beloved leader. Visitors come here to learn about his life and legacy, and to experience one of the nation’s most important historical and political sites.
Admission ticket free -
3Tran Quoc Pagoda
Tran Quoc Pagoda Dating back more than 1,500 years, Tran Quoc Pagoda is the oldest pagoda in Hanoi. Located on a small island in West Lake, it offers serene views, impressive Buddhist architecture, and a peaceful spiritual atmosphere.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
4Cafe Giảng
Giang Cafe: End your tour with Hanoi’s famous egg coffee, a rich and creamy specialty created in the 1940s. Giang Café is the original birthplace of this unique drink and remains a favorite spot for both locals and visitors.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
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- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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