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A practical guide to choosing a Hanoi coffee workshop, from learning the phin filter to making egg, salt and coconut coffee in a small group.

On Hàng Quạt Street, a small block of wood becomes a personal piece of Hanoi, carved by hand and made to travel home with you.

When is the best time to visit Vietnam? Compare weather by month across Hanoi, Hoi An and southern Vietnam, with cautious local planning tips and regional guides.

Wondering where to eat in Hanoi Old Quarter? Discover local dishes, street food rhythms, timing tips and how Hanoians really experience the city's food scene.

Entry rules for Vietnam have changed a few times over the past year, so here is a plain breakdown of Vietnam visa 2026 rules for travelers from Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the US, and Canada. Most nationalities need a Vietnam e-visa, valid for up to 90 days. UK passport holders currently get 45 days visa free through March 2028. Travelers from the US, Australia, New Zealand, and Canada need to apply for an e-visa in advance. Vietnam Visa & Entry Rules for 2026: Do You Nee

Most guests who come through Hanoi never run into any trouble. But a few common Hanoi tourist scams catch first-time visitors off guard, and knowing about them ahead of time makes the whole trip easier. Hanoi is generally safe for tourists. The handful of scams worth knowing about involve taxi meters, unpriced street food, and currency exchange, and all of them are easy to avoid by confirming a price before you buy. Is Hanoi Safe for Tourists? Yes. Violent crime against touri

Hanoi in July 2027: seasonal fruit, school-holiday family travel and practical tips for enjoying the city in summer.

Hanoi in June 2027: West Lake lotus season, Tết Đoan Ngọ and practical local tips for enjoying the city in early summer.

Hanoi in May 2027: the start of summer heat and rain, flame trees and lagerstroemia in bloom, and the first lychees of the year. A local guide's notes on the month.

Hanoi in April 2027: warm, humid weather, the arrival of hoa loa kèn lily season, and two major national holidays. A local guide's notes on the month.

Hanoi in March 2027: warmer days, spring flowers and practical local tips for enjoying the city as the season changes.

Hanoi in February 2027: Tet Nguyen Dan falls on February 6, bringing peach blossoms, flower markets, and Vietnam's biggest family celebration. A local guide's notes on the month.

Hanoi in January 2027: the coldest month of the year, foggy mornings, and markets filling with peach blossoms and kumquat trees as the city counts down to Tet. A local guide's notes on the month.

What actually holds a child's attention in Hanoi's Old Quarter, beyond the standard list of sights.

Step off Hanoi's main streets and into its ngõ - the narrow alleys where daily life happens. Here's what you'll find, and how to explore them respectfully.

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 November 2026: crisp dry air, daisy season in full bloom, and the year's lightest rainfall. A local guide's notes on the month, from Teachers' Day to the first cold front.

Hanoi in October 2026: clear skies, cooler air, and some of the most comfortable walking weather of the year. A local guide's notes on the month, from daisy season to Vietnamese Women's Day.

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.

Discover the best things to do in Da Nang, from My Khe Beach and Ba Na Hills to Marble Mountains and the Dragon Bridge, plus tips for first-time visitors.