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The most complete experience of traveling to Hanoi Old Quarter in 1 day
Hanoi Old Quarter with 36 streets has long been one of the most famous tourist destinations . Today, Bach Hoa XANH will share with you the experience of traveling in Hanoi Old Quarter in 1 day!
1Where is Hanoi Old Quarter?
Hanoi Old Quarter is located to the west and north of Hoan Kiem Lake. It has existed since the Ly – Tran Dynasty and is now a famous tourist destination with 36 streets, each area selling a different product.
Surrounding Hanoi’s Old Quarter are Tran Quang Khai and Tran Nhat Duat streets to the East, Phung Hung street to the West, Hang Bong, Hang Gai, Cau Go, Hang Thung streets to the South and Hang Dau street to the North.
Hanoi Old Quarter with 36 streets2How to get to the Old Quarter?
Bus
There are many ways to get to Hanoi Old Quarter. To experience new and unique feelings, try going here by bus:
- Go to Hoan Kiem Lake with bus route number 09, 14, 36
- At O Quan Chuong station there will be bus routes number 03, 11, 14, 22, 18, 34, 40.
- At Tran Nhat Duat station there is bus route number 81.
- Visit Dong Xuan market with route number 31
Bus to Hanoi Old Quarter
3Tourist attractions when visiting Hanoi Old Quarter
Dong Xuan market
Dong Xuan Market, also known as the Big Market, is a blend of modernity and antiquity . Coming to Dong Xuan Market, you can buy many items such as clothes, shoes, accessories or enjoy many famous dishes here.
See more: Review: Experience of traveling to Dong Xuan market, Hanoi from A – Z
Dong Xuan marketHoan Kiem lake
Coming to Hanoi, you cannot miss Hoan Kiem Lake, which is known as the heart of the capital . The scenery at Hoan Kiem Lake is very beautiful with clear blue water all year round and many famous snack shops.
Hoan Kiem lakeHang Ma street
Hang Ma Street is located 1km south of Dong Xuan Market. This is a famous tourist destination for many visitors. When you come here, you will be surprised because even on normal days, this place is filled with the colors of lanterns, decorative flowers, cards,…
Hang Ma streetTa Hien Street
Ta Hien Street is considered the intersection of two Asian and Eastern cultures . This is where all the beauty of Hanoi’s nightlife converges, with an ancient yet liberal and modern look.
Ta Hien StreetGate of Justice
Quan Chuong Gate was built during the reign of King Le Hien Tong . This is a famous historical site in Hanoi – a place to remember the contributions of people who have contributed to the country.
Gate of JusticeYoung people can visit Hanoi Book Street to visit and check-in.
4What to eat in Hanoi Old Quarter?
Bun Cha Hang Manh
This is a long-standing famous dish in Hanoi. Bun cha Hang Manh includes broth, rice noodles , green vegetables and minced pork , marinated with special spices and grilled on a charcoal stove.
Delicious Hang Manh vermicelli with grilled porkDong Xuan Market Cuisine
Coming to Dong Xuan market, you definitely cannot miss delicious dishes such as shrimp cakes , pho tiu, vermicelli with grilled pork on bamboo sticks, vermicelli with snails , sweet soup, vermicelli with meatballs , etc.
Dong Xuan Market CuisineLemon tea at Gao market
Cho Gao lemon tea is one of the famous drinks in Hanoi Old Quarter. The refreshing taste of tea with a little sweetness of sugar and sourness of lemon will make you unforgettable!
Lemon tea at Gao marketPho Ly Quoc Su
If the broth is the soul of pho, then Pho Ly Quoc Su has certainly put all its heart into it. The broth is clear but has a strong taste of bone marrow . When combined with pho noodles and beef , it creates an unforgettable sweet flavor.
Pho Ly Quoc SuSee more : List of 4 restaurants on Hang Buom food street, Hanoi that make food lovers crazy
5 Hanoi Old Quarter 1 Day Tour Itinerary
You can refer to the schedule for a one-day tour of Hanoi Old Quarter by bicycle or motorbike as follows:
Morning
You go to Dong Xuan market and enjoy breakfast here. Then, you visit Dong Xuan market.
Next, you go to O Quan Chuong to take souvenir photos and move to Gao market to drink lemon tea.
Then, you go to Bach Ma temple to take a lunch break and enjoy bun cha hang Buom.
Noon
You come and visit the ancient house at 87 Ma May, Kim Ngan Communal House at 42 – 44 Hang Bac Street.
Then you have lunch with vermicelli with shrimp paste Phat Loc and rest at Shot Cafe at 60 Phat Loc.
Visit Hanoi Old QuarterAfternoon
You visit Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake , enjoy water puppet shows.
Next, you can go to O Mai Hong Lam on Street 11 to buy souvenirs for relatives and friends.
Evening
At night, you can eat boiled snails on Dinh Liet street , enjoy stir-fried intestines and stir-fried pho on Nguyen Sieu street.
Then, stroll around the night market on Hang Ngang and Hang Dao streets and enjoy Banh Mi 25.
Above is the most complete 1-day Hanoi Old Quarter travel experience that Bach Hoa XANH has shared. Hopefully this article will help you have a good experience when visiting Hanoi Old Quarter with 36 streets!
