Hanoi is a totally different vibe from “the Ho Chi”. It tends to be a bit slower than HCMC & a little more chill but it still has enough going on.
The Old Quarter is where most people opt to stay and so did we . It is totally walkable and is packed with all different areas from the textile area, to the toy street, to the spice market, to the tubberware section (random). It’s a blend of Vietnamese architecture and French colonial buildings.
TRAVEL TIP: It’s an excellent place to get clothes made. If you do opt to do it, go on your first day and get it out the way. You will need to allow for a day or three before your creation is complete.
Highlights:
- Walking around the lake early in the morning or late afternoon with the locals as they get their daily exercise. If you’re feeling up to it, opt to join the old ladies in the aerobics class.
- Cu Chi Tunnels: discovering how the Viet Cong lived. For 30 years, since the beginning of the fight with the French for independence into the Vietnam War with America the Viet Cong learned to survive underground. It is worth the visit but be prepared for over the top propaganda.
A few things we found disturbing:- A gun range where you can opt to shoot anything from an AK 47 to a machine gun.
- Encouraging guest to climb up a blown up tank to take pictures. (C'mon people show a little respect).
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