Q: How to Get to Hanoi

The easiest and fastest way to get to Hanoi is by: Plane If you depart from abroad, the fastest and most practical way to reach the city is by plane, landing at Noi Bai International Airport. As the capital, Hanoi serves many direct commercial flights from a number of other major cities in the world. After landing, you can continue the journey to the city center using the city bus or shuttle bus. Bus Although the trip is longer, the price of bus tickets to Hanoi from other cities in Vietnam is generally cheaper than train tickets. You can also rely on the open tour bus if you want to travel to Hanoi and also Hue. You can find these buses easier in big cities, such as Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An, Dalat, and Nha Trang. Train Train travel is commonly used by tourists who depart from other cities in Vietnam because of its speed and affordable price. However, you can also use the train to Hanoi if you depart from Nanjing and Beijing in China.

Q: Best Time to Visit Hanoi

Season Although generally the season in Hanoi is only divided into rainy and dry seasons, Hanoi still experiences four seasons due to the transition of those seasons. Weather changes are certainly not too drastic. The best time to visit is in the fall (September - November) or in the spring (March - April). In these months, the temperature is not too cold or hot and is suitable for outdoor travel. Average Temperature In December to February, the average temperature here is 17 degrees Celsius (63 Fahrenheit). In March to May, the average temperature rises to 24 degrees Celsius (74 Fahrenheit). In June to August, the average temperature rose again to 29 degrees Celsius (84 Fahrenheit). Whereas in September to November, the average temperature drops again to 25 degrees Celsius (77 Fahrenheit). Festival Every 8th and 11th day of the lunar month, there is a Hung King Temple Festival held to commemorate Kinh Duong Vuong, the first king of Vietnam. The main event is held at the Hung Temple, but there will be a release of lanterns and also a flower ceremony after that.

Question 1

What is tiket CLEAN in Hanoi?

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Do you miss traveling but still worried about the COVID-19 pandemic? We understand completely. Now, you can have a great trip with your loved ones to your favorite places in Hanoi without worrying! Adapting to the current situation, various tourist sites are now setting new regulations and policies regarding cleanliness and social distancing at the site. We certainly want all t-mates to enjoy a pleasant time while still maintaining health, cleanliness, and safety together.

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Tourist attractions that have “tiket CLEAN” logo on tiket.com’s To Do page mean that they have implemented standard rules and protocols to prevent and reduce transmission of COVID-19. Starting from checking the body temperature of all staff and visitors, setting a new requirement to wear face masks and gloves, increasing the frequency of cleaning using disinfectants, providing healthcare and hygiene supplies, to social distancing regulations, such as capacity restrictions or minimum distance when waiting in line.

For more information, you can check the Highlight section of each product page with the “tiket CLEAN” logo. There, you will find a full explanation of the new regulations at the attraction.

Make sure you and your loved ones understand and follow the rules. This way, you, other visitors, and also the staff on duty can both enjoy a pleasant day without worries!

Keep Spirit! We’re All in This Together!

Question 2

What to Expect in Hanoi

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Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam which is full of unique architecture and locations rich of the cultures of Southeast Asia, China, and France. In this city, you can easily learn and admire relics from various historical events in this country.

Because of the many tourist attractions in Hanoi that are suitable for all ages and also educative, this city is very suitable as a family tourist destination.

Question 3

How to Get to Hanoi

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The easiest and fastest way to get to Hanoi is by:

Plane

If you depart from abroad, the fastest and most practical way to reach the city is by plane, landing at Noi Bai International Airport. As the capital, Hanoi serves many direct commercial flights from a number of other major cities in the world. After landing, you can continue the journey to the city center using the city bus or shuttle bus.

Bus

Although the trip is longer, the price of bus tickets to Hanoi from other cities in Vietnam is generally cheaper than train tickets. You can also rely on the open tour bus if you want to travel to Hanoi and also Hue. You can find these buses easier in big cities, such as Ho Chi Minh, Hoi An, Dalat, and Nha Trang.

Train

Train travel is commonly used by tourists who depart from other cities in Vietnam because of its speed and affordable price. However, you can also use the train to Hanoi if you depart from Nanjing and Beijing in China.

Question 4

Best Time to Visit Hanoi

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Season

Although generally the season in Hanoi is only divided into rainy and dry seasons, Hanoi still experiences four seasons due to the transition of those seasons. Weather changes are certainly not too drastic. The best time to visit is in the fall (September - November) or in the spring (March - April). In these months, the temperature is not too cold or hot and is suitable for outdoor travel.

Average Temperature

In December to February, the average temperature here is 17 degrees Celsius (63 Fahrenheit). In March to May, the average temperature rises to 24 degrees Celsius (74 Fahrenheit). In June to August, the average temperature rose again to 29 degrees Celsius (84 Fahrenheit). Whereas in September to November, the average temperature drops again to 25 degrees Celsius (77 Fahrenheit).

Festival

Every 8th and 11th day of the lunar month, there is a Hung King Temple Festival held to commemorate Kinh Duong Vuong, the first king of Vietnam. The main event is held at the Hung Temple, but there will be a release of lanterns and also a flower ceremony after that.

Question 5

How to Get Around in Hanoi

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You can explore the city of Hanoi by yourself by taxi, motorcycle taxi, online motorcycle taxi, or cyclo, or rent a car and motorcycle yourself. If you are going to ride a cyclo, bargain the price before you leave so that you will not be charged an unreasonably expensive rate.

For other public transportation, the only other thing you can rely on is buses. The bus route is quite complete and the comfort and safety of the bus are guaranteed. However, you should first learn the available bus routes before leaving. In addition to buses, Hanoi plans to add rail public transportation in 2020 and 2021.

Question 6

How Big is Hanoi

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With an area of 3,329 square kilometers, you can explore this city for 2 days, or 3 days if you have more time. During this time, you can try various exciting things to do in Hanoi, such as sightseeing and enjoying the scenery at the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, visiting the resting place of the greatest Vietnamese leader in the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, visiting the Perfume Pagoda shrine, hanging out at Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son, shop till you drop at the Dong Xuan Market, enjoy the green scenery at Ba Vi National Park, and explore the local culture in the Hanoi Old Quarter.

Question 7

Hanoi Visa Policy

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For those of you who want to travel in Vietnam, you need to apply for a tourist visa. However, if you are a passport holder from one of these countries, you do not need to apply for a visa (only if you will travel no later than the time limit):

90 Days

Chile

30 Days

Cambodia
Indonesia
Kyrgyzstan
Laos
Malaysia
Myanmar
Singapore
Thailand

21 Days

Philippines

15 Days

Belarus
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Italy
Japan
Norway
Russia
South Korea
Spain
Sweden
United Kingdom

14 Days

Brunei

Question 8

Culinary in Hanoi

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As the capital city, you can find delicious culinary specialties from Vietnam here. Some of them are Cha Ca (turmeric fried fish), Banh Tom (also called shrimp cake, made from shrimp, flour, and also sweet potatoes), Bun Rieu Cua (vermicelli soup with meat or seafood), Bun Ca (consisting of fried fish cakes, tomatoes, perilla, dill, and green onions), and Banh Cuon (pork, mushroom, and leeks wrapped in rice flour).

Vegan / Vegetarian Food

Although typical Vietnamese and Hanoi foods generally contain meat, you can still find many vegetarian and vegan dishes in this city. Restaurants specializing in these foods are scattered throughout the city and you can find them easily. Some also serve dishes from other countries and cities.

Question 9

Accommodation in Hanoi

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As the capital, Hanoi has many luxury hotels in high-rise buildings with beautiful city views. However, you also will have no trouble 3-star budget hotels in this city. Most of these accommodations offer simpler rooms with fairly complete facilities.

Question 10

Shopping in Hanoi

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Hanoi has so many street markets that you can visit to shop for local products at affordable prices. Some of them are Hanoi Weekend Night Market, Hang Gai Street or Silk Street, Dong Xuan Market (the biggest market in Hanoi), Hang Bac Street or Silver Street, Nha Tho Street, and Hang Dau Street. For a more luxurious and indoor shopping center, you can visit Hang Da Market, Trang Tien Plaza, and Lotte Center Hanoi.

Question 11

Hanoi Currency

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VND (Vietnamese Dong).

Question 12

Language(s) in Hanoi

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The main and official language here is Vietnamese, however, every city in Vietnam generally has its own dialect. For Hanoi, the daily language used by locals is the Northern Vietnamese dialect.

Question 13

Hanoi Time Zone

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Question 14

Plug Type(s) in Hanoi

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There are three types of plugs used in Vietnam, namely types A, C, and F. Type A has two parallel flat pins while types C and F both have two parallel round pins. The electricity supply in Vietnam is 220 Volts at 50Hz.

Question 15

Instagrammable Spots in Hanoi

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Hanoi has many locations with unique and historic architecture, city views, and beautiful natural scenery. Some of the locations that you can visit are the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Hon Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi Opera House, The Perfume Pagoda, Ba Vi National Park, and Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.

Question 16

Important Information About Hanoi

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Hanoi is located in the northern part of Vietnam, which means the city is simpler and more religious than other cities in the south. For that, you should not wear clothes that are too exposed. Wear clothes that are more covering and layered to adjust to weather changes.
In winter, snow does not fall in Hanoi.
Always carry a tissue with you because not all public toilets provide it.
Bring your own drinking water and drinking bottles because tap water is not here for drinking.
Take off your shoes when you are going to enter the house of a local resident.
Do not take pictures of military buildings or other things relating to the military.
Do not show public display affection with your partner here, such as hugging and kissing (holding hands is okay, though).

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