Văn Miếu
Hanoi
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![Temple of Literature which includes a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95401-Temple-Of-Literature.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Popular places to visit
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Temple of Literature
Five sacred courtyards, each with a unique history, honorary inscriptions and manicured gardens, revere Confucius and the country’s best scholars.
![Hoan Kiem Lake featuring a monument, a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62552-Hoan-Kiem-Lake.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Hoan Kiem Lake
Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.
![Tran Quoc Pagoda](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95417-Tran-Quoc-Pagoda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside, or seek out the local tours.
![Hanoi Opera House showing heritage architecture and theater scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35751-Hanoi-Opera-House.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centrepiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.
![St. Joseph Cathedral featuring heritage elements, markets and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95372-St-Joseph-Cathedral.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.
![Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum featuring a park and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/95000/95387-Ho-Chi-Minh-Mausoleum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
Things to do
![Hanoi Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3586237/839528d5-1d00-4448-9b55-72bf98072610.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
City Sightseeing Hanoi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
![OVERNIGHT TRAIN HANOI TO SAPA](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2150047/68aa831e-48a6-42af-890b-d68940208320.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Overnight Train Hanoi To Sapa Or Return
![Localized Hanoi Weekend Walking Tour with Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49546489/e305e092-1f1d-4286-84eb-220c00f117d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Localized Hanoi Weekend Walking Tour with Guide
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Sapa 3 Days Trekking Tour ( Overnight Train + Homestay + Hotel )
![Private Full Day Hanoi City Tour: Experienced Guide + Eggs Coffee](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46665148/66c88f89-1ffc-4aa8-9552-42c0e2d57d9a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Private Hanoi City Full-Day:Transfer, Guide,Lunch & Entrance Fees
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3-Night Sapa and Muong Hoa Valley Trekking Tour from Hanoi
Top hotels in Văn Miếu
![Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6750000/6747600/6747597/678b1e65_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45990000/45982300/45982222/74a6e64d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025
![Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12750000/12747600/12747548/7ba0cbeb_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82990000/82988600/82988573/01e6fe6b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![Melia Hanoi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/210000/201300/201227/4aeb36c2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![The Oriental Jade Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36120000/36117400/36117374/5a63395d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Văn Miếu
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Điện Biên
If you're spending some time in Điện Biên, Vietnam Military History Museum and Hanoi War Museum are top sights worth seeing.
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Hang Trong
If you're spending some time in Hang Trong, Hoan Kiem Lake and St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi are top sights worth seeing.
![Hoan Kiem showing a city, street scenes and signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/35000/35909-Old-Quarter.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Hoan Kiem
The panoramic lake views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Hoan Kiem. Make a stop by Hoan Kiem Lake or St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi while you're exploring the area.
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Old Quarter
A noteworthy feature of Old Quarter is its panoramic lake views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.
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Hang Dao
If you're spending some time in Hang Dao, Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street are top sights worth seeing.
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Hang Bac
If you're spending some time in Hang Bac, Hoan Kiem Lake and The Old Quarter Gallery are top sights worth seeing.
- Temple of Literature
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Dong Xuan Market
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum
- Ho Chi Minh Museum
- Bao Son Paradise Park
- Ho Tay Water Park
- Vincom Center