Văn Miếu
Hanoi





Popular places to visit

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
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.

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
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'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
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
Things to do

Hanoi: Incense, Hat Making, Lacquer Villages & Train Street

Full-Day Heart of Hanoi Highlights Tour

Hanoi: Halong Bay Day Trip with Titop Island, Cave, & Kayak

Hanoi: 7 Tastings Street Food Tour with Train Street

From Hanoi: Halong Bay Deluxe Cruise Day Trip
Top hotels in Văn Miếu

Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025

Hanoi Lotus Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Lotte Hotel Hanoi
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

L’HÔTEL du LAC Hanoi
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Văn Miếu

Điện Biên
While visiting Điện Biên, you might make a stop by sights like Vietnam Military History Museum and Imperial Citadel of Thang Long.

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
Panoramic lake views interesting history and top sights from Hoan Kiem Lake to St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi – discover Hoan Kiem, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Hàng Bồ
While there might not be top attractions in Hàng Bồ, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hanoi Old Town Night Market.

Old Quarter
Old Quarter is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Hoan Kiem Lake and Hang Gai Street.

Hang Dao
While visiting Hang Dao, you might make a stop by sights like Hanoi Old Town Night Market and Hoan Kiem Lake Weekend Walking Street.
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Hanoi Opera House
- St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- My Dinh National Stadium
- Dong Xuan Market
- Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
- Quan Chuong Gate
- Vietnam National Convention Center
- Train Street
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum
- Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
- Keangnam Landmark Tower 72
- Hang Gai Street
- Ngoc Son Temple
- Bao Son Paradise Park
- Ho Tay Water Park
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology