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Banning coffee shops on Hanoi's ‘train street’: Better solutions should be sought

According to a report made by the People’s Committee of Hàng Bông Ward, there are 15 business households running coffee shops along the train line. Only four follow safety regulations and have a business licence, Vietnam Television cited.

Hanoi train street coffee shops open again

The situation of vendors selling street food and tourists filming and photographing nearby the rails, violating railway traffic safety, has recurred in some districts in Hanoi with railways passing through.

Hanoi – Heaven for foodies

With a wide range of typical dishes, the capital city of Hanoi has lured more and more visitors, especially foodies, from all parts of the world.

Snake: A Hanoi dish that gives tourists creeps

There are several exotic dishes that you should try once in Hanoi.

Hanoi’s legendary Co Loa Citadel

Co Loa Citadel in Dong Anh District, Hanoi, one of most ancient citadels in Vietnam, was built in the capital of Au Lac (one of Vietnam's names in the past) in the 3rd century BC by king An Duong Vuong.

Hanoi in autumn praised by CNN as top romantic destination

CNN Travel recently praised Hanoi as one of the world's top romantic destinations in autumn.

Small alleys offer authentic taste of Hanoi cuisine

Small and sneaky alleys in the Hanoi Old Quarter not only offer enjoyable experiences of the capital city’s time-honoured culture but also the authentic taste of Hanoi cuisine.

Capella Hanoi among top 100 best new hotels in the world

Capella Hanoi, located in the heart of Hanoi’s Old Quarter, has been listed among top 100 best new hotels in the world as complied by prestige US magazine Travel + Leisure.

Famous alley shop in Hanoi’s Old Quarter thrives

23-year-old bun cha shop on 74 Hang Quat (Hanoi), open daily from 10 am to 2 pm, sells only 500 servings a day

Hoa Lo Prison sees sold-out tours after innovative service debuts

With new tourism services and social media use, Hoa Lo Prison has seen a big jump in the number of visitors.

Iconic Hanoi train street cafes reopen

Coffee shops along the railway line in Hanoi have reopened after more than two years.

Unique café where customers order by hand

The café, a special home for more than 30 people with disabilities, is creating products that win the heart of both domestic and international customers.

Opportunities for tourism recovery from SEA Games 31

SEA Games 31 is an opportunity for thousands of international athletes, officials and audiences to come to Vietnam, especially Hanoi where the opening and closing ceremonies and many competitions will take place.

A tasy tour of Hanoi Pate

Though pâté is originally a French word, it has become part of the Vietnamese vocabulary and is broken into two single-syllable words: pa tê. 

Times: Extraordinary trips to Vietnam in 2022

Observing French colonial buildings, visiting Buddhist temples, and trying the tasty street food in Hanoi are among the suggestions of The Times to foreign visitors to Vietnam.

Developing the Hanoi food travel map

Hanoi has been listed among the 25 best tourist destinations for food lovers in the world as voted by Tripadvisor readers. 

Special flower tour at History Museum

Flower lovers are in for a treat at an 'oasis' in downtown Hanoi. 

 

Keeping the fire of blacksmithing

Through many ups and downs of the history, the talented smiths of Hanoi’s old Hoe Thi craft village have still hold on with their ancestor’s trade.

Fascinating tours await international travelers to Hanoi

Being ready to welcome international tourists from March 15, Hanoi introduces many attractive heritage tours to discover the rich historic and charming capital city.

 

Poetic Hanoi in leaf changing season

Every year in March, many streets around Hanoi entered a leaf changing season. The leaf canopies are mixed with yellows and reds, making the scene become more beautiful and romantic .