Hoan Kiem Lake
Old Quarter, Hanoi
"Full of history, and the streets are blocked off for pedestrians. There are a lot of great shops and restaurants around."
Hoan Kiem Lake is one of the most iconic symbols of Hanoi, and walking around is a great way to discover the city’s Old Quarter. In the area, you’ll find tons of shops and restaurants, as well as a weekend night market that sells clothes, food, souvenirs, and more. On weekends in the evenings, the surrounding streets are closed off to traffic so that pedestrians can wander the lake freely and explore.
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