Văn Miếu
Hanoi





Popular places to visit

Temple of Literature
Five sacred courtyards, each with a unique history, honorary inscriptions and manicured gardens, revere Confucius and the country’s best scholars.

Hoan Kiem Lake
Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.

West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.

Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centrepiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.

St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.

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

City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Vietnam: Roaming Internet with eSIM Mobile Data Plan

Localized Hanoi Weekend Walking Tour with Guide

Private Transport for Full-Day Hanoi City Adventure by your own

Hidden Hanoi Explore Backstreets Local Life on a Half-Day Bicycle Tour
Top hotels in Văn Miếu

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Other neighbourhoods around Văn Miếu

Điện Biên
While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Hanoi War Museum.

Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi are top sights worth seeing.

Hoan Kiem
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Old Quarter
Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.

Hang Bac
While visiting Hang Bac, you might make a stop by sights like Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery.
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Dong Xuan Market
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum
- Lotte Center Hanoi
- Keangnam Landmark Tower 72
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
- Bao Son Paradise Park
- Hang Gai Street
- Indochina Plaza Ha Noi
- Ho Chi Minh Museum
- Ngoc Son Temple