Hanoi Half Day Cultural Tour Museum, Temple and Water Puppet Show

Hanoi, Vietnam
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Duration4h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Hanoi in just 4 hours. This half-day tour immerses you in three cultural highlights: the National Museum of History, the iconic Ngoc Son Temple on Hoan Kiem Lake, and a charming Vietnamese water puppet performance.

Conveniently depart from either Noi Bai International Airport or central Hanoi, ensuring a hassle-free experience whether you're short on time or just passing through. Join small groups or opt for a private tour for personalized attention.

- Explore Vietnam's history at the National Museum of History
- Visit Ngoc Son Temple and learn about its legends
- Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese water puppet show
- Pick-up from your hotel in the Old Quarter or airport included

Options

Half-day Tour from Airport

Pickup from Noi Bai Airport
Private Car
Pickup included

Half-day Tour from Old Quarter

Pick up from Old Quarter: Pick up from your hotel within the Old Quarter area
Private Car
Pickup included

What's included

  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Water puppet show ticket
  • Drop-off at your hotel in the Old Quarter
  • Entrance ticket fee
  • Transportation during the tour with experienced driver
  • Pickup at Hanoi city centre or Noi Bai Airport
  • Personal expenses
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Tips and gratuities

What to expect

  1. Vietnam National Museum of History
    45m · Admission ticket included
    The Vietnam National Museum of History stores and preserves about 200,000 objects and materials of Vietnamese cultural history among which there are nearly 110,000 antiques and 30 national treasures from prehistory to 1945.
  2. Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
    15m
    Hoàn Kiếm Lake is a scenic freshwater lake in the heart of Hanoi's Old Quarter, famous for the historic Turtle Tower in its center and the legend of the magic sword returned to a golden turtle. It serves as a beloved cultural and recreational hub for locals and tourists alike, especially during morning exercises and weekend pedestrian street activities.
  3. Temple Ngoc Son
    30m · Admission ticket included
    Located on a small island in Hoan Kiem Lake and connected by the iconic red Huc Bridge, Ngoc Son Temple is a serene 19th-century shrine dedicated to scholars and national heroes. It offers a peaceful escape amid Hanoi's bustling Old Quarter and showcases traditional Vietnamese architecture and spiritual heritage.
  4. Thang Long Water Puppet
    1h · Admission ticket included
    This traditional Vietnamese art form, dating back nearly a thousand years, features wooden puppets performing on water accompanied by live traditional music and singing, depicting folk tales and rural life scenes. It's a unique and entertaining cultural experience showcasing one of Vietnam's most distinctive performing arts.

Meeting and pickup

End point

Our driver will drop you off at your hotel in the Old Quarter

Pickup details

After booking, our operator team will contact to for pickup details.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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