Free things to do · Hanoi
Free things to do in Hanoi
No-spend weekends in Hanoi — free museums, parks, markets and walks that don't cost a dollar.
Frequently added to plansCurated by locals
Top spots in Hanoi
West Lake Sunset Loop
OutdoorsTay Ho
17km lakeside loop past pagodas, lotus ponds and the city's best craft beer bars.
Hoan Kiem Lake
OutdoorsOld Quarter
Red Bridge, Turtle Tower and a 6am tai-chi scene — the city's living room.
Temple of Literature
CultureDong Da
1070 Confucian temple and Vietnam's first university — five quiet courtyards.
Train Street
CultureOld Quarter
Cafés inches from a live track — trains pass twice daily, time it right.
Frequently asked
- Standouts right now: Hoan Kiem Lake, Train Street, Temple of Literature. The shortlist is curated by people who live in Hanoi and refreshed regularly so it reflects what's actually open and worth your time.
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