4 days in Hanoi Itinerary

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi has bounded back from the effects of war, and today serves as a bustling commercial and cultural hub bursting at the seams.

Old Quarter and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Bring the kids along to Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) and Hoa Lo Prison. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Temple of Literature & National University, take an in-depth tour of Ho Chi Minh Museum, contemplate the waterfront views at West Lake, and brush up on your military savvy at Vietnam Military History Museum.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Hanoi online travel route planner.

Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.