Currency
VND
Best time
Sep – Nov
Capital
Hanoi
Weather
17.5°C17.5°C, Overcast
The place
Hanoi
A slower look at why this destination stays with people.
Hanoi, the vibrant capital of Vietnam, is a mix of history and modernity. Explore the bustling streets filled with motorbikes and street vendors selling delicious local food. Visit the majestic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the ancient Temple of Literature. Take a stroll around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, where locals gather for tai chi at dawn. The city is alive with French colonial architecture, traditional tube houses, and lively…
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Before you go to Hanoi
Quiet details for when you're ready to plan — not the reason you came.
Where the days unfold
Essentials
Visa
Indian travelers need a visa to enter Vietnam.
Best time
Sep – Nov is the best time to visit.
Getting around
Use ride-hailing apps like Grab for affordable and convenient transportation around the city.
Currency
Vietnamese Dong (VND).
Language
Vietnamese; English is common in tourist areas.
Connectivity
Purchase a local SIM card at the airport for easy communication.
What to pack
Pack a light cotton stole or scarf — covered shoulders and knees are expected at most sacred sites.
Culture & nights
Travel tips
- 01
Remove shoes before temple inner shrines and home entrances in Hanoi — street footwear stays outside.
- 02
Keep voices low in temples, trains, and residential lanes — volume is noticed more than crowd size.
- 03
Queue patiently at ticket counters; don't cut lines at busy sights like heritage parks in Hanoi.
- 04
Ask before photographing monks, worshippers, or village homes — a quiet nod beats a surprise flash.
- 05
Carry litter off beaches and heritage walks in Hanoi until you find a bin — leave no plastic behind.
- 06
Pack a light cotton stole or scarf — covered shoulders and knees are expected at most sacred sites.
- 07
Bargain calmly at markets; a smile and a polite walk-away work better than raised voices.
- 08
Hand cash and food with your right hand where local custom matters at small eateries and guesthouses.
- 09
Tip modestly for good service, but don't shout or toss coins — calm courtesy represents India well abroad.
Weather & timing
Best time to visit: Sep – Nov
- Jan23°
- Feb21°
- Mar25°
- Apr31°
- May31°
- Jun33°
- Jul33°
- Aug32°
- Sep31°
- Oct29°
- Nov24°
- Dec24°
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