Hanoi - the thousand-year-old capital of Vietnam, is a city of unique beauty, where historical values, traditional culture and the dynamism and modernity of the new era blend harmoniously.
In particular, Hanoi is also a convergence of the quintessence of Vietnamese culinary culture. Visitors here can enjoy countless delicious dishes from simple street food to high-class dishes in luxurious restaurants.
According to Michelin, Hanoi is emerging as an extremely attractive culinary destination for international tourists. Millions of diners around the world voted Hanoi as the world's leading culinary destination in 2024 on Tripadvisor, affirming the irresistible appeal of the sophisticated and diverse cuisine here.
According to Michelin, Hanoi is emerging as an extremely attractive culinary destination for international tourists.
The appearance of the Michelin Guide marked an important turning point for Hanoi cuisine. The first 3 restaurants awarded 1 Michelin star have contributed to affirming the class and quality of the capital's cuisine on the international culinary map.
In addition to 3 Michelin 1-star restaurants, Hanoi also made its mark with 13 restaurants receiving the Bib Gourmand award - an award for restaurants with delicious food at affordable prices, along with 32 restaurants honored in the Michelin Selected list.
Michelin's recognition has contributed to promoting culinary tourism in Hanoi, attracting a large number of international tourists to come here to explore and experience unique culinary quintessence.
So, with just 48 short hours, visitors can completely explore the most quintessential beauty of Hanoi following Michelin's advice on the itinerary: feel traditional Hanoi and spend a day immersing themselves in Hanoi's lifestyle.
In just 48 short hours, visitors can fully explore the quintessential beauty of Hanoi according to Michelin's advice.
Day 1:
Eat beef pho Au Trieu
Unlike Hanoi pho, which is usually clear and light, pho at Au Trieu, a 4-generation family pho restaurant, has a unique flavor with a cloudy, fatty and rich broth. This family secret recipe of more than 80 years has created its own brand, attracting a large number of diners to enjoy. It is known that the restaurant owner is the grandson of the owner of the once-famous Tu Lun pho restaurant on Hai Ba Trung street. Among the Hanoi pho brands, Tu Lun has been mentioned in the literature and press the most.
Au Trieu Pho broth is simmered from beef bones for many hours, along with secret spices to create a sweet, fatty and irresistible flavor. The soft and chewy pho noodles are served with minced beef, thinly sliced and washed with a few fresh ginger stalks before being placed on the pho noodles. This cooking method helps the beef to be soft, absorb the spices and have a fragrant aroma, creating a difference compared to other pho restaurants.
Unlike Hanoi pho which is usually clear and light, pho at the 4-generation family pho restaurant Au Trieu has a unique flavor with cloudy, rich and flavorful broth.
Drink coffee at Trieu Viet Vuong
When mentioning Hanoi, people often think of ancient streets, historical sites and delicious food. However, for coffee lovers, Hanoi also has a "paradise" called Trieu Viet Vuong. This place not only has a large concentration of coffee shops but is also an ideal destination to feel the intersection between the modern and the past of the capital.
Walking on Trieu Viet Vuong street, you will come across countless cafes with diverse styles, from classic to modern, from vintage to minimalist. Each cafe has its own beauty, creating a colorful picture for the street. Some prominent cafes located on Trieu Viet Vuong street include Tho Cafe, Thai Cafe, Cafe 55...
For coffee lovers, Hanoi also contains a "paradise" named Trieu Viet Vuong.
Visit Hoa Lo Prison
Hoa Lo Prison, also known as Hoa Lo Prison or Maison Centrale in French, is a famous historical relic located at 1 Hoa Lo Street (Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi). Built in 1896 by French colonialists, this prison was once a place to detain and brutally torture thousands of Vietnamese revolutionaries and patriots during the French colonial period.
After many historical ups and downs, today, Hoa Lo Prison only has about 2,434 m2 left.2However, this relic site is still preserved intact, becoming an attractive destination for domestic and foreign tourists. Coming to Hoa Lo, visitors will be able to see historical artifacts, reenact the difficult prison life of revolutionary soldiers, thereby understanding and appreciating the value of national independence and freedom.
Coming to Hoa Lo Prison, visitors will be able to see historical artifacts, recreating the difficult prison life of revolutionary soldiers.
Day 2:
Morning exercise at Thong Nhat Park
Located in a prime location, adjacent to 4 streets of the capital: Dai Co Viet, Tran Nhan Tong, Nguyen Dinh Chieu and Le Duan, Thong Nhat Park stands tall like a "green lung" in the heart of bustling Hanoi. Established in 1958 with an area of up to 50 hectares, this is one of the largest parks in the city, attracting a large number of people and tourists every day.
In the early morning, Thong Nhat Park becomes bustling with exciting sports activities. People come here to walk, practice yoga, kick shuttlecock, play badminton or swing on the bar…
In the early morning, Thong Nhat Park becomes bustling with exciting sports activities.
Explore Hanoi Opera House
Hanoi Opera House was built in the early 20th century in the French Renaissance architectural style with a strong historical and cultural imprint. With an area of over 2,600 m2, the theater has a capacity of up to 800 spectators and is one of the largest theaters in Vietnam.
The highlight of the Opera House is its unique and sophisticated architecture. The facade of the theater is decorated with elaborate and meticulous patterns and a system of gracefully curved domes, creating a harmonious and impressive whole. Inside the theater, the auditorium is luxuriously and splendidly decorated with rows of red velvet seats and a modern sound and lighting system, giving visitors a classy artistic experience.
Coming to Hanoi Opera House, visitors can not only admire the unique architecture but also immerse themselves in a luxurious and classy artistic atmosphere.
Coming to Hanoi Opera House, visitors can not only admire the unique architecture but also immerse themselves in the luxurious and classy artistic atmosphere. In addition, with its ancient and luxurious beauty, this place has become the setting for many films, art photos and is a favorite destination for young people who are passionate about photography.
Visit the National Museum of History
The National Museum of History is a must-see destination for those who want to learn about Vietnamese history and culture. It preserves a treasure trove of priceless artifacts, reflecting the heroic process of building and defending the nation from prehistoric times to the Nguyen Dynasty in 1945.
The building was built in 1926 by the French, bearing the architectural mark of the East-West fusion. Stepping inside the museum, visitors will be overwhelmed by the huge and rich collection of artifacts. It displays more than 200,000 artifacts including ceramics, weapons, costumes, currency and many valuable historical documents. The National History Museum is not only a place to display artifacts but also a place where visitors can participate in many interesting interactive activities.
The National Museum of History is a must-see destination for anyone who wants to learn about Vietnamese history and culture.
