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Hanoi in December 2026: the coldest, driest month of the year, with Christmas lights at St. Joseph's Cathedral, mustard flower fields, and New Year's Eve at Hoan Kiem Lake.

Hanoi in September 2026: cooler mornings, lighter rain, and lantern-lit streets ahead of Mid-Autumn Festival on Sep 25. A local guide's notes on the month.

One of the most interesting Vietnamese traditional toys, and also one of a favorite Vietnam’s souvenirs to bring home, is the bamboo dragonfly (chuồn chuồn tre). Small, colorful, and surprisingly balanced, this toy carries much more than playful fun. It carries stories of village life, the spirit of handmade craftsmanship, and a window into Vietnamese childhood where nature, patience, and creativity meet. For families visiting Hanoi, it’s not just a toy, it’s a cultural exper

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

Join Kimberley’s Australian family on a heartwarming Hanoi family tour filled with street food, crafts, local artisans and a surprise birthday celebration.

From crunchy bánh mì to bamboo dragonfly painting, Bridget’s family explored Hanoi’s Old Quarter, learned local crafts, and made memories they’ll never forget.

Hanoi, August 23rd, 2025 We met Tineke’s lovely family of four again at our cozy Coffee workshop to wrap up their Hanoi Family Quest – and oh, what a heartwarming finale it was! ✨ ☕ Our family were so excited to try making and tasting Vietnamese iconic coffees. For Mom, it was salted coffee that won her heart. She admitted with a smile that at first, the bitterness of black coffee felt intimidating, but salted coffee turned out to be something entirely different: smooth,

Hanoi, July 17th, 2025 From the moment we met Loren and her lovely family of three from New Zealand, we knew this would be a special day - their first time in Vietnam, and hearts wide open to explore. 🚲 But it was the cyclo ride that stole our family’s hearts, especially little Ruby. As the cyclos gently rolled up to the curb, their faces lit up with excitement. Gliding through the Old Quarter’s narrow alleys, wind in their hair, soaking in local street life at a peaceful pa

Little joys, big memories with Michelle's family in Hanoi 🥰

Melissa's family adventure - A day of fun and flavour!

Euan's family adventure - A day of fun and flavour!

Lauren's family adventure - A day of fun and flavour!

A Taste of Hanoi food tour with Pete & Doreen on Pete's birthday, also their first day in Hanoi.

Private 4 hour walking city tour with Mads' family from Denmark