Vietnam Tourist Attractions

Discover the beyond magical places to visit in Vietnam

Dramatic landscapes, lush rice terraces carved into steep hillsides, budding cities, absorbing history, delectable food, pagodas and temples, the high-on-energy vibes - the list of Vietnam Attractions may be long but the magic this country pulls you in with is never-ending. Shrugging off its past, Vietnam no longer bears the scars of the war but today stands out as a top holiday destination in Southeast Asia instead. What is truly amazing about this country is that on one side, it has the busy and booming cities sitting within a little distance from the calm oceans while on the other, the trails lead you to the tranquil world of natural wonders and mounting limestone karsts. Whether you are out on a gratifying food tour in the capital Hanoi, seeing the spectacular rice terraces in Sapa, going gaga over the scenic beauty of Halong Bay and Ninh Binh or soaking in the old imperial city vibes of Hue, you will find an abundance of “must-discover” Vietnam Tourist Attractions to add to your travel bucket list.

Over the years, the importance of the capital city Hanoi in Vietnam’s tourism index has peaked dramatically; thanks to its dynamic blend of natural beauty, historical importance and general urban scene of the city which is growing by leaps and bounds. It is the second-largest city in the country after Ho Chi Minh City, located on the banks of the famed Red River. Each of Hanoi Attractions is unique and intriguing in its way- be it the colossal marble structure of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the scenic Temple of Jade Mountain or the Water Puppet Theatre; nothing here ever tends to disappoint. But out of all that makes the city an authentic Vietnamese marvel, the Old Quarter stand out as one of the most favoured Hanoi Tourist Attractions, which is mainly famous for its food scenes and addictive coffee culture, especially for serving the signature egg coffee. Dig in a little deeper to find out the best places to visit in Hanoi and you will be amazed by the local life of the city well-represented through their old houses, lining narrow alleys, delicious street food and the different aromas dominating every corner.

For getting the true essence of this versatile country and ideas on things to do, see and experience, go through our list of Top places to visit in Vietnam given below.

Best Places to Visit in Hanoi and Vietnam:

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

War Remnants Museum

Bitexco Financial Tower

Bitexco Financial Tower is a skyscraper in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam. At its completion in 2010 it became the tallest building in Vietnam and kept this status until January 2011