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Hanoi travel guide

What to watch out for, what to see, what to eat, and how to get around — written for people arriving for the first time.

Last updated 2026-08-08

Old Quarter, Hanoi
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Common scams in Hanoi

8 reported scam patterns travellers run into in Hanoi, what they look like, and how to sidestep them.

Common scams in Hanoi — and how to avoid them →

Top places to visit in Hanoi

6 places worth your time in Hanoi, with what each is actually like and when to go.

Top places to visit in Hanoi →

Top food to try in Hanoi

6 dishes to eat in Hanoi, what is in them, and where they belong.

Top food to try in Hanoi →

Traditions and customs in Hanoi

5 customs and traditions in Hanoi — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Traditional things to do in Hanoi →

Getting around Hanoi

How to travel around Hanoi — 5 options, what they cost, and which booking apps fix the fare before you go.

Getting around Hanoi: transport and taxi apps →

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