Things to do in Hanoi

For over a thousand years, from Chinese and French colonialism to the war with America, this citadel has been key to the country's political and military history.

This early 19th-century tower is one of the region’s only remaining pre-war landmarks. It remains a symbol of Hanoi’s military history.

An ancient flag tower, destroyed enemy bombers, photographs and weapons from wars with China, France and the U.S. offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s turbulent past.

This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.

Perhaps the most iconic pagoda in Hanoi, this structure stands above a pond in an area of serene parkland.

Visit this striking colonial mansion to explore the house and grounds that were home to the revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh.

Learn about the life and times of Vietnam’s famous communist leader at this museum erected in his honour.