Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
An ancient flag tower, destroyed enemy bombers, photographs and weapons from wars with China, France and the U.S. offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s turbulent past.
This early 19th-century tower is one of the region’s only remaining pre-war landmarks. It remains a symbol of Hanoi’s military history.
You can study the exhibits at Vietnam Military History Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Hanoi. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
You can take time to visit Train Street during your travels to Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Five sacred courtyards, each with a unique history, honorary inscriptions and manicured gardens, revere Confucius and the country’s best scholars.
For over a thousand years, from Chinese and French colonialism to the war with America, this citadel has been key to the country's political and military history.
