Ngoc Son Temple/Hoan Kiem Lake (Popular Attractions in Hanoi), Hanoi tours & activities, fun things to do in Hanoi

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Called "Lake of the Returned Sword", Hoan Kiem Lake is believed to be the final resting place of a legendary blade and the home of a rare tortoise specimen. In and around Hoan Kiem Lake you can find the solitary Turtle Tower, the crimson Huc Bridge and the revered Ngoc Son Temple (Temple of the Jade Mountain). The 19th-century Ngoc Son Temple, in particular, provides a window to the Vietnamese belief system, combining both ancestor worship and Buddhist practices.

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Hanoi City Highlights Half Day Private Tour by Green Car

Explore Hanoi's top landmarks and visit famous pagodas and temples in the Ho Chi Minh Complex. Venture into the Old Quarter by green car for a glimpse of Vietnam's rich culture. Complete the tour with a water puppet show or beef noodle lunch.

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From USD33.00

(2 reviews)

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4 - 4.5 hour(s) (morning, afternoon)
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Hanoi Highlights Guided Morning Tour with Traditional Pho Lunch
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Discover the best of Hanoi in just 4 hours. Gain insight into the city's most famed landmarks including the Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison museum, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, Hoan Kiem Lake and more! Feast on an authentic bowl of pho for lunch.

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USD39.00

(8 reviews)

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4.5 - 5.5 hour(s) (morning)
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Private Cultural Hanoi Tour with Green Car Ride and Water Puppet Show
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Discover Hanoi's highlights with a local guide. Stop by the Old Quarter and tour aboard a convenient green car. End the day with a classic Water Puppet show for a day immersed in Vietnamese culture!

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From USD37.00

(3 reviews)

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12 - 12.5 hour(s) (morning)
Hanoi City Sightseeing Private Tour by Motorcycle

Hop on the backseat of a motorbike and ride around Hanoi's prominent landmarks on this exciting tour. Try local delicacies and see the Opera House, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and many more!

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USD62.00

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3 - 3.5 hour(s) (morning, evening)
Hanoi Evening Cyclo Tour with Water Puppet Show
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Enjoy an evening tour around Hanoi's French Quarter on a cyclo. See the Hanoi Opera House and Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel before watching a traditional Water Puppet Show!

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USD55.00

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2 hour(s) (evening)