Hanoi Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h00 and 28 Audio Comments
Discover Hanoi, the vibrant capital of Vietnam, on a 3-hour immersive tour. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this thousand-year-old city, founded in 1010, and explore the Old Quarter, the true beating heart of the city. Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, admire French colonial architecture, and breathe in the aromas of Buddhist pagodas. Enjoy the local culture, from lively markets to contemporary cafés, and be charmed by street food. This tour offers you a unique insight into a metropolis that combines tradition and modernity. - 3-hour tour through Hanoi, the thousand-year-old capital of Vietnam - Discover the Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake - Admire French colonial architecture and Buddhist pagodas - Soak up the local culture and taste the street food
Your experience
Stop 1
You are in front of St. Joseph’s Cathedral in Hanoi, one of the most iconic monuments in the capital. Built at the end of the 19th century and inaugurated at Christmas 1886
Stop 2
Welcome to Hanoi, capital of Vietnam, a city whose history stretches over more than two thousand years and is discovered step by step, between quiet lakes, lively alleys and major avenues.
Stop 3
Facing you is the impressive building of the Supreme People’s Court of Vietnam. It consists of two different buildings, designed to work together. You are here in front of the newest one, inaugurated in 2020.
Stop 4
You see here a great tower. Before crossing the street, go a few more meters if you want to see the complex of buildings that is here. This is the Hanoi Towers, a twin tower complex in the heart of the French Quarter.
Stop 5
You are in front of Hỏa Lò Prison, also known as Central House, one of the most historical places in Hanoi. Before being a prison, this place was home to the artisan village of Phu Khanh, known for its terracotta ovens and stoves
Stop 6
This building was built between 1900 and 1906 by the French architect Auguste-Henri Vildieu, then put into service in the following years during the time of French Indochina. At first glance, its neoclassical architecture affirms a clear idea
Stop 7
Here we will turn left, but if you walk a few more meters, you will arrive in front of the entrance of a very specific museum: the Vietnam Women’s Museum. Managed by the Women’s Union of Vietnam
Stop 8
We arrive here at the shore of Hoan Kiem Lake, also called Ho Guom, the “restored Lake of Sword”. Here, we leave the busy streets of Hanoi for a moment to enter a space apart, at the same time place of walk, legend and daily life.
Stop 9
You're here on Trang Tien Street, the iconic French Quarter. Moving down this street, we will reach the opera house, which is a few meters away. Located southeast of Hoan Kiem Lake
Stop 10
An iconic building in the French Quarter, the Hanoi Opera House is a true symbol of modern Vietnamese history. At the beginning of the 20th century, it was built by the French colonial administration, and was inspired directly by the Opéra Garnier in Paris, whose neoclassical style it adopted.
Stop 11
On your left is the Sofitel Legend Metropolis Hanoi. Inn like no other: it is the first Luxury Inn in Indochina, imagined as a showcase of French colonial prestige
Stop 12
Here you are in a small discreet park full of history. Created in colonial times, it is best known for its central fountain decorated with four toads spitting water, which earned it its popular nickname “the garden of the toad”.
What’s included
- Recommendations for the best photo opportunities
- 28 immersive audio comments along the way (History...)
- Immediate access to the audioguided circuit, no tickets or materials to collect
- Offline mode (no data consumption during the visit)
- 3 languages available: French, English, Spanish
- Text transcripts of all audio content
- Admire the hidden gems that lie off the beaten track
- Interactive navigation with 3D map to discover the most beautiful streets,...
Not included
- Entrance fees to paid establishments along the route...
- Headphones or headphones (optional)
Meeting and pickup
We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend this ideal Check-out Point.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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