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Experience Ha Noi In 3 Days

3-day Hanoi adventure: Explore Hoan Kiem, Old Quarter, Ba Dinh history, West Lake, Duong Lam Village, and Bat Trang Ceramics.
Walk / Grab / Car
Day 1

🌞 DAY 1 | OLD QUARTER & CITY CENTER

(Hoan Kiem District – mostly walking)

1️⃣ 08:00 – 09:00 | Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple

πŸ“ Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
 🚢 Walking

πŸ“ The symbolic heart of Hanoi, linked to the legend of King Le Loi returning the magical sword. Ideal for a peaceful morning stroll.

2️⃣ 09:10 – 10:30 | Hanoi Old Quarter (36 Streets)

πŸ“ Hoan Kiem District
 🚢 Walking

πŸ“ A 1,000-year-old neighborhood with narrow streets, traditional houses, local shops, and vibrant daily life.

3️⃣ 10:40 – 11:30 | St. Joseph’s Cathedral

πŸ“ 40 Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem District
 🚢 Walk ~10 minutes

πŸ“ A Gothic-style Catholic cathedral inspired by Notre Dame de Paris and a popular photo spot.

4️⃣ 11:45 – 13:00 | Lunch – Hanoi Local Cuisine

πŸ“ Old Quarter / Cathedral area
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πŸ“ Enjoy iconic dishes such as pho, bun cha, bun thang, or fried spring rolls.

5️⃣ 13:30 – 15:00 | Temple of Literature (Van Mieu – Quoc Tu Giam)

πŸ“ 58 Quoc Tu Giam Street, Dong Da District
 πŸš• Grab/Taxi ~10–15 minutes

πŸ“ Vietnam’s first national university and a symbol of Confucian education.

6️⃣ 15:30 – 17:30 | CafΓ© & Leisure Time

πŸ“ Hoan Kiem District
 πŸš• Grab / Walking

πŸ“ Relax at a cafΓ© overlooking the Old Quarter or Hoan Kiem Lake.

7️⃣ 19:00 – 21:00 | Ho Guom Walking Street & Dinner

πŸ“ Hoan Kiem District
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πŸ“ Enjoy street performances, local food, and Hanoi’s lively evening atmosphere.

Day 2

πŸŒ„ DAY 2 | BA DINH AREA – WEST LAKE – SUBURBAN HERITAGE

8️⃣ 08:00 – 09:30 | Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Ba Dinh Square

πŸ“ 2 Hung Vuong Street, Ba Dinh District
 πŸš• Grab ~10 minutes

πŸ“ One of Vietnam’s most important historical sites. Visit the exterior or the Mausoleum if open.

9️⃣ 09:40 – 10:15 | One Pillar Pagoda

πŸ“ Ba Dinh District
 🚢 Walk ~5 minutes

πŸ“ A unique Buddhist pagoda built on a single stone pillar, symbolizing purity and longevity.

πŸ”Ÿ 10:30 – 11:30 | Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

πŸ“ 19C Hoang Dieu Street, Ba Dinh District
 πŸš• Grab ~5 minutes

πŸ“ A UNESCO World Heritage Site and former political center of ancient Vietnam.

1️⃣1️⃣ 12:00 – 13:30 | Lunch in Ba Dinh Area

πŸ“ Ngoc Ha / Kim Ma area

πŸ“ Quiet local restaurants serving traditional Hanoi cuisine.

1️⃣2️⃣ 14:00 – 15:00 | Tran Quoc Pagoda & West Lake

πŸ“ Thanh Nien Road, Tay Ho District
 πŸš• Grab ~10 minutes

πŸ“ The oldest pagoda in Hanoi (over 1,500 years old), beautifully located by West Lake.

1️⃣3️⃣ 15:30 – 18:30 | Duong Lam Ancient Village (Suburban Area)

πŸ“ Son Tay Town, Hanoi
 πŸš— Private car / Half-day tour (~1–1.5 hours each way)

πŸ“ A well-preserved traditional village featuring laterite houses, village gates, and ancient communal halls.

1️⃣4️⃣ 19:30 – 21:00 | Dinner & Rest

πŸ“ Return to central Hanoi

Day 3

🌿 DAY 3 | MUSEUMS – CRAFT VILLAGES – SHOPPING

1️⃣5️⃣ 08:30 – 10:00 | Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

πŸ“ Nguyen Van Huyen Street, Cau Giay District
 πŸš• Grab ~15 minutes

πŸ“ Learn about the cultures of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups in an engaging indoor and outdoor setting.

1️⃣6️⃣ 10:30 – 12:30 | Bat Trang Pottery Village

πŸ“ Gia Lam District, Hanoi

πŸš• Grab / Private car (~30–40 minutes)

πŸ“ A traditional craft village near Hanoi, known for its handmade ceramics, lively pottery market, and hands-on workshops that offer an authentic local experience.

1️⃣7️⃣ 13:30 – 15:30 | Bat Trang Ceramic Village (Suburban Area)

πŸ“ Gia Lam District, Hanoi
 🚢Walking (~3 – 5 minutes)Β 

πŸ“ A 700-year-old pottery village where visitors can watch artisans, try making ceramics, and shop for souvenirs.

1️⃣8️⃣ 16:30 – 18:30 | Shopping & Free Exploration

πŸ“ Dong Xuan Market / Old Quarter / Trang Tien Plaza
 🚢 / πŸš• Grab

πŸ“ Final shopping for souvenirs, local specialties, and gifts before ending the journey.