3-day itinerary
The Perfect 3 Days in Hanoi
A balanced 3-day plan for Hanoi, built around its top-rated sights and ordered so each day flows without backtracking — with a bite to eat and travel times between every stop. Like it? Make it your own in a couple of taps.
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Morning
Hoa Lo Prison
Explore the infamous 'Hanoi Hilton' — a chilling prison where history's darkest chapters come alive.
15 min walk · 1.1 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Temple of Literature
Hanoi's 1000-year-old Temple of Literature honors Confucius amid serene courtyards and lotus-filled ponds.
11 min walk · 0.8 km to the next stop
Evening
One Pillar Pagoda
A lotus-shaped marvel rising from a single stone pillar, one of Vietnam's most sacred symbols.
Where to eat: Hanoi Garden Restaurant — A well-loved local spot.
Culture & Icons
Morning
Ho Chi Minh Museum
Explore the life and vision of Vietnam's iconic leader through powerful exhibits in this striking museum.
3 min walk · 0.2 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
Pay solemn respects to Vietnam's beloved revolutionary leader in this iconic granite monument.
2 min walk · 0.1 km to the next stop
Evening
Ba Dinh Square
Stand where Ho Chi Minh declared independence at Vietnam's most iconic and solemn national square.
Where to eat: Abracado — A well-loved local spot.
Parks & Slower Moments
Morning
Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
Explore a millennium of Vietnamese royal history at this UNESCO-listed ancient palace complex.
13 min walk · 1 km to the next stop
Afternoon
Dong Xuan Market
Hanoi's oldest and largest covered market bursts with local goods, street food, and authentic city energy.
9 min drive · 1.8 km to the next stop
Evening
Opera House
A stunning French colonial opera house dazzling visitors with grand architecture in the heart of Hanoi.
Where to eat: Achi Vegan House — Vietnamese — a well-loved local spot.
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Customize it →Built from Hanoi's top-rated attractions. Opening hours, prices, and whether a spot still delivers can change — double-check anything time-sensitive before you go.