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Hoan Kiem Lake

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    hanoi g.
    "Very cool place, it is a heart of Hanoi Vietnam."(6 Tips)
    Nam Nắn Nót
    "lake is the heart of Hanoi"(4 Tips)
    Mari E.
    "... see old folks doing tai chi & qi gong in the morning and around sunset...."(3 Tips)
    Renesia C.
    "A very pretty lake in the middle of Old Quarters."(3 Tips)
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  • Nam Nắn Nótheart icon on user image
    Nam Nắn NótMarch 25, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Must go place in Hanoi,nice view,should try to walk around the lake by day & by night,always wonderful.If Hanoi is the heart of Vietnam,so this lake is the heart of Hanoi
    Upvoted Feb 18
  • Louis P.
    Louis PhamFebruary 5, 2014
    Famous lake in Hanoi. You can run around lake to enjoy Hanoi. Don't miss try cycling around West lake. That's great.
  • Simple Discoveriesheart icon on user image
    Simple DiscoveriesJune 1, 2016
    Take a stroll at dusk and again in the morning. Watch how the locals come alive around 6am as some come to exercise and dance near by. Plenty of good eats near the lake too.
    Upvoted Jan 20
  • Jaclynheart icon on user image
    JaclynAugust 6, 2018
    Scenic & popular spot for locals & travellers. Area comes alive during evening where abundant activities start. Catch the famous water puppet show & enjoy Cafe Giang’s egg coffee ☕️ nearby.
  • Shane M.heart icon on user image
    Shane McKenzieOctober 11, 2018
    Beautiful and active place particularly at night. Take your dancing shoes to join in the group dancing or simply sit by the lake with your favourite food and drink and enjoy to atmosphere.
  • Ashley D.
    Ashley DandoJanuary 25, 2018
    Great to wander around here, especially on the weekends when the roads are closed. Local Vietnamese come to hang out with their friends and family so it’s great to people watch. Must see area
  • Monikaheart icon on user image
    MonikaOctober 8, 2019
    Very green lake in the heart of Hanoi. Legend tells that once upon a time a golden turtle came out of the water and took a holy sword back. There is also a temple for a general emperor on an island.
  • Adam S.heart icon on user image
    Adam SigelJune 5, 2019
    Gorgeous spot in the middle of Old Quarter. Go out early in the morning before it gets too hot and you’ll see all kinds of exercising and activities. It’s almost exactly a one mile loop if you run it.
  • Bang G.
    Bang GeonzonJanuary 15, 2015
    It takes 30 mins to go around the lake you can't help but stop and take a photo because of the scenic view. Surrounding the lake are benches, a resto and bar, souvenir stores, gym, a playground, etc.
  • Yarn L.heart icon on user image
    Yarn LamMarch 21, 2019
    The lake is awesome. Lots of activities around and many joggers. True oasis in the middle of Old Quarter.
  • teresa l.heart icon on user image
    teresa linFebruary 21, 2017
    no cars are allowed around the lake during weekends! easy to walk around and many activities to watch. FUN!
  • Ross H.heart icon on user image
    Ross HillMarch 14, 2013
    Great place to go for a run. Lots of bustling streets to explore and all sorts of interesting people sharing spaces.
  • Renesia C.heart icon on user image
    Renesia Chin Ji YanJanuary 4, 2019
    A very pretty lake in the middle of Old Quarters. Made me feel like being in an European country. Lovely place to relax.
  • Talisa C.
    Talisa ChangFebruary 1, 2016
    Lots of ladies will try to sell you fried donut things, and they're honestly pretty good. Get one of each and ask for a deal :P
  • Benny K.heart icon on user image
    Benny KDecember 2, 2018
    Good for morning exercise ! The lake was closed for traffic during Friday, Saturday and Sunday...So good for workout!
  • Sarah S.
    Sarah SpagnoloFebruary 5, 2015
    Wake up early to see the exercise fiends who congregate for tai chi, yoga, dance aerobics and my favorite—the communal massage circle.
  • Quentin L.
    Quentin LafonJuly 26, 2014
    Situated in the earth of Hanoi, this lake is a good place to have a walk. The pagoda at the center of the lake is particularly popular.
  • Mari E.
    Mari EnriquezNovember 5, 2010
    One should never miss walking around Hoan Kiem when in Hanoi. you can see old folks doing tai chi & qi gong in the morning and around sunset. the willow and bending trees make for a good background
  • Werther V.
    Werther VeulemansAugust 11, 2014
    Love this lake! At the red bridge there are alot of guys who ask their girl to marry them! Its considerid one of the most romantic things to do!
  • Soyoung P.
    Soyoung ParkFebruary 11, 2013
    This lake is one of 'must-go' places when in Hanoi. Visit here just before sunset, so that you can see a beautiful view:D
  • Go V.
    Go VietnamvisaNovember 1, 2014
    come here on weekends and you have chances to enjoy night market here with many goods- reasonable prices.
  • VN D.heart icon on user image
    VN Discovery ToursDecember 25, 2014
    This lake in the center of Hanoi Old Quarter and is also Symbol of Hanoi.
  • Torzin Sheart icon on user image
    Torzin SOctober 4, 2017
    Beautiful at sunset, pretty at night and serene at dawn
  • winda p.
    winda pJuly 6, 2013
    Kind a city garden and small lake downtown hanoi. Lot of tourists and local people doin exercising,sightseeing,and dating also :DD
  • Matt D.heart icon on user image
    Matt DePasoAugust 21, 2017
    Grab a popsicle or an ice cream and enjoy a stroll, it's a very popular place for photos!
  • Phong D.
    Phong Do DucMay 10, 2015
    You can visit Hoan Kiem lake with http://asiapearltravel.com with a Private city tour with a chosen guide you know and choose in advance!
  • hanoi g.
    hanoi guideApril 15, 2014
    Very cool place, it is a heart of Hanoi Vietnam. Hanoi is a must in vietnam destination.
  • EYVONNE CHENG
    EYVONNE CHENGMay 11, 2013
    You must have great skill to cross those busy road. The best follow the crowd to cross, you will not fail.
  • RCheart icon on user image
    RCSeptember 9, 2015
    A nice place to walk around. Check out a rooftop cafe and watch the rush hour madness.
  • Jin Ngee C.heart icon on user image
    Jin Ngee ChiaMay 7, 2015
    Get up and get out here before the sun is up. Lots of people exercising. Great time for people watching in Hanoi.
  • Chitpong W.
    Chitpong WuttananJanuary 1, 2014
    walking around here, seeing lake and hearing traffic jam for touching Hanoi, (at night you can see vietnamese love scene)
  • Dat N.
    Dat NguyenSeptember 2, 2012
    Been here 50+ times
    Seriously, the authorities should ban the sale of ice cream within 2 km around the Sword Lake to keep it clean, especially in holidays ~.~
  • Vans Q.heart icon on user image
    Vans QuizaFebruary 14, 2015
    Nice to run around the lake in the morning or you can stroll at night to see the beautiful lights
  • Barry O.heart icon on user image
    Barry OoiOctober 11, 2014
    Take a walk around the lake, it's always buzzing with activity. Watch a game of hacky sack.
  • Sonnypongheart icon on user image
    SonnypongOctober 2, 2014
    Nice to stroll around in daytime or night - lots of interesting people
  • Kazim G.heart icon on user image
    Kazim GokerJuly 16, 2017
    Nice view and peacefull especially weekends when traffic not allowed.
  • Elena K.
    Elena KiselevaDecember 14, 2015
    Walk around, join sport activists for stretching, sing with street artists, pick an ice-cream and live the moment 🌟
  • Boon Y.
    Boon YapNovember 6, 2013
    Beware of wandering tricksters & pickpockets. Apple-picking (iPhones) rather prevalent. Just be aware of your surroundings.
  • Wendy D.heart icon on user image
    Wendy DGOctober 8, 2016
    Sonetimes in weekend the streets next to the lake are traffic free.
  • Johnny Y.
    Johnny YoungFebruary 28, 2013
    I like to walk by at night. I feel so secure and love the environment...crowded but not to wild :-)
  • Arthur C.heart icon on user image
    Arthur ChafonovDecember 30, 2018
    Nice to have a stroll around.
  • Lynhdan N.heart icon on user image
    Lynhdan NguyenMarch 12, 2019
    Go for a walk and enjoy the beauty if the park
  • Hozu H.heart icon on user image
    Hozu Hoàng DungNovember 20, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Good for walking with some ice - cream.
  • Oliver S.heart icon on user image
    Oliver SarmientoMarch 2, 2015
    Awesome place to run around in the morning. 1 lap around the lake is about 1.6km.
  • Minh Hà N.
    Minh Hà NguyễnAugust 12, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    A beautiful basket of flowers inside Hanoi, a mirror-like green lake, a place of love, etc.. Read more
  • Hoan D.heart icon on user image
    Hoan DoJuly 2, 2012
    Great for Walking or Jogging :D
  • Katerinaheart icon on user image
    KaterinaDecember 1, 2015
    On weekend nights enjoy seeing dozens of couples taking wedding photos
  • Sasha K.
    Sasha KJune 22, 2014
    Join the fitness classes held on evenings and get a portion of energy
  • Vietnam T.
    Vietnam TripsAugust 11, 2022
    vietnamtrips.com guide you to visit from the north to south of Vietnam
  • Long N.heart icon on user image
    Long NguyenJuly 20, 2015
    U can buy a gift at here
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