7 Tourist Attractions Near Hanoi with Detailed Transportation Instructions 2025

Many people in Hanoi don’t know where to go on the weekend. Cuồng Du Lịch suggests places to visit near Hanoi for you to explore this weekend. Make sure to note down these 7 places to visit near the center of Hanoi to plan for this weekend.

1. Núi Hàm Lợn

Where is Núi Hàm Lợn located?

Núi Hàm Lợn is located in Sóc Sơn district, Hanoi. This place is known as the “roof of the capital” with an altitude of 462m. The surrounding area of the mountain offers beautiful landscapes for visitors to admire and explore. At the foot of Núi Hàm Lợn, there is a large and clean lake called Núi Bàu (Hồ Hàm Lợn). The most beautiful scenery is in the morning when the mist covers the lake like gentle smoke. As the sun sets, the whole scene with the sun shrinking into the lake is peaceful and serene.

Núi Hàm Lợn is about 40km from the city center of Hanoi via the Bac Thang Long – Noi Bai expressway, making it easily accessible. You can drive here with your own vehicle like a motorbike. It will take you about 1 hour to travel from the center of Hanoi to Núi Hàm Lợn. Below is a guide on how to get to Hàm Lợn:

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Directions to Núi Hàm Lợn

Traveling to Hàm Lợn by motorbike, car:

City center of Hanoi → Thang Long Bridge (Nhat Tan Bridge) → Noi Bai Intersection → Old National Highway 2 (towards Vinh Phuc) → Go straight then turn right when you see sign number 1 (Refer to the image) → Provincial Road 35 → Go straight for 7km to reach.

Traveling to Hàm Lợn by Bus:

Bus number 64 (Bac Thang Long Industrial Zone – Pho Ni): Ask for the stop at Ho Ham Lợn or Đền Rõm stop, then walk about 1 km.

Note: From the center of Hanoi, you can take one of the following bus routes to get to the bus stop 64:

Route 07: Cau Giay – Noi Bai.
Route 35B: Nam Thang Long – Thanh Lam (Me Linh).
Route 58: Yen Phu – Thach Da (Me Linh).
Route 46: My Dinh – Dong Anh.
Route 53: Hoang Quoc Viet – Dong Anh.
Route 53B: My Dinh – Quang Minh Industrial Zone (Me Linh)
Route 61: Nam Thang Long – Van Ha.
Route 56: Nam Thang Long – Nui Doi (Soc Son)
Route 60B: Nuoc Ngam – Tropical Diseases Hospital Base 2
Route 95: Nam Thang Long Bus Station – Xuan Hoa

To ensure a safe and convenient trip to Núi Hàm Lợn, it is recommended to avoid carrying bulky items like tents and tarps. When you arrive at Núi Hàm Lợn, there are many places to rent tents for camping, tarps, camping stoves, and other camping equipment. The typical itinerary for exploring Hàm Lợn usually goes as follows:

Hiking up Núi Hàm Lợn.

Camping at Hồ Hàm Lợn (Hồ Suối Bàu) and staying overnight here.

If you choose to hike Núi Hàm Lợn, you can opt for one of the following two routes:

Hiking Núi Hàm Lợn via the trail: This is a safe path with less undergrowth, commonly used by many to save time climbing to the summit. Starting from the base of the mountain, it will take you about 2 to 2.5 hours to reach the summit.
Hiking Núi Hàm Lợn through the forest, streams: This route is suitable for those who enjoy adventurous experiences. You will need double the time compared to the trail, about 3 – 4 hours trekking along streams and through dense vegetation, small cliffs, and boulders to reach the summit.

Note: Although this mountain hiking route is quite dangerous, it attracts many young people who want to conquer the summit through the forest and streams. However, this route is only suitable during the dry season and should be avoided during the rainy, wet season as the forest paths and slippery rocks can be very dangerous.

Camping overnight at Hồ Hàm Lợn (Hồ Suối Bàu)

Hồ Suối Bàu is a beautiful and spacious lake, offering a refreshing and clean atmosphere, perfect for camping and overnight stays. With ample space, you can enjoy playing, camping, lighting campfires, and cooking food here.

Moreover, you can also swim in the lake’s water, knowing that it is clean and clear.

2. Núi Trầm

Núi Trầm is located in Phụng Châu commune, Chương Mỹ district, Hanoi (about 25km from the lake – almost within the city). Chùa Trầm is at the foot of Núi Trầm, and nearby is Chùa Trăm gian (about 3km from Chùa Trầm).

Directions to Núi Trầm

I traveled by motorbike. However, based on my observation, you can easily drive a car here as the route is very convenient (mostly on national highways and expressways). It is suitable for new drivers who want to take their family or friends for a weekend trip and practice driving.

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– Route: You can search on Google with the keyword “Núi Trầm” for detailed directions. Basically, there are 2 routes to get there: National Highway 6 and Thang Long Avenue. You can take either of these routes. Personally, I chose to take Le Van Luong – To Huu when I went because I passed through Van Phuc silk village on the way (I didn’t include it in the article as it didn’t leave much of an impression on me), then I went out to Yen Nghia Embankment to National Highway 6. All the roads were picturesque to me. When you reach National Highway 6, go straight, when you see the Chương Mỹ District Party Committee (on the left), turn right at the opposite alley and go straight into the village. On the way back, I drove around Chương Mỹ district, past Chùa Trăm Gian and out to Thang Long Avenue (also through another embankment).

Núi Trầm Travel Itinerary

– I left home around 9 am, had a leisurely breakfast and checked in, but by 10:15 am, I was already parking my bike at Tram Pagoda. However, I recommend going early to avoid the midday sun when climbing the mountain.

– Upon arrival, head straight to Tram Pagoda (passing a very large banyan tree in the middle of the road) and park your bike in the temple courtyard or at a few nearby stalls. The parking fee is always only 5,000 VND/bike, but I recommend parking outside as the price remains the same, and you will receive very enthusiastic help from the local villagers, plus my parents taught me not to ride bikes into temples.

– Tram Pagoda consists of 3 main areas: a mother worship area on the right, a Buddha cave with many stone sculptures inside the cave in front, and a worship area on the left with a spacious courtyard. The temple is crowded on the full moon days of January, February 2nd, March 3rd, and August 20th of the lunar calendar, but when I visited, it was quite peaceful and suitable for temple visits.

Tram Pagoda is first and foremost a historical relic, as the first call for national resistance was made from here. In addition, the cave area is very interesting, with stone carvings, sunlight filtering through, etc… you can see more in my photos. Very interesting. I felt extremely comfortable in the temple.

– After that, head to the Tram Mountain complex, which includes about 6-7 “quả” (local term for peaks). Climbing the mountain here is measured in “quả” because when you descend, everyone will ask you how many “quả” you reached. The mountain is not high, so if you exercise regularly, you may not even need to catch your breath. The interesting thing here is that there are many paths to reach a peak, no established trails, you have to climb and help each other, which is very fun. When you reach the top, there are rice fields behind you, and in front of you is a mountain like a plateau in a great American movie. There are many rocky outcrops, many peaks for you to take photos that couldn’t be more beautiful.

I climbed to the top of the mountain and had a prepared meal (and a beer, of course, very enjoyable). But many groups of friends prepare food and have BBQ grills, there are many rock crevices to escape the sun and grill, very romantic. This area is special because there is no litter, no signs, no commercial activities, so even though it’s crowded, it feels very comfortable, primitive. Climbing the mountain doesn’t require too much physical effort and the photo opportunities are beautiful.

I went down to a drink stall near the parking lot to rest and chat, and asked about the area. The prices are very reasonable, no overcharging, and the stall owners are very friendly, which I really liked.

– Then I went to Tram Gian Pagoda (about 3km away). When I reached Huong Trinh rice restaurant, I turned in to park my bike (5,000 VND/bike). I was impressed by this area because it is spacious, with beautiful pine forests like in Europe, a lake, a temple courtyard… in general, there are many beautiful spots. I went here quickly because there weren’t many people around at noon.

– On the way back to Thang Long Avenue, I turned into Tan Hoa commune (known for making conical hats…), and then looped through the villages, which was very interesting. In general, it’s a way to explore without getting lost if you wander.

– Head back on Thang Long Avenue

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3. Ba Vi National Park

Located about 50 km to the west, it only takes about 2 hours to reach Ba Vi National Park. Just go without much hesitation. This is the best time to visit and take photos, as this is when the wild sunflowers “in legend” bloom abundantly, perfect for some Instagram-worthy shots.

The entrance fee for adults is 60k, for students it’s only 20k.

To fully enjoy the interesting things along the way, it’s best to go by motorbike, with trees providing shade on both sides, cool air, it’s really comfortable.

PS: If you go by car, make sure to use a 29s car maximum

Guide to visiting Ba Vi National Park

The first stop we made was at the pine hill, around 9:00 in the morning, when the sun began to shine gently, my two friends and I enjoyed taking cool videos and deep photos.

After having fun at the pine hill, we continued our journey of exploration. As we went higher, the road became more winding and the air felt colder. We stopped at the dragon fruit garden, where it is said that there are up to 1,200 dragon fruit varieties planted, and if anyone accidentally breaks a branch, they have to pay a fine of 200k.

The next stop was the ancient temple, which we were most looking forward to as we had heard a lot about it but hadn’t had the chance to visit. Before entering the temple, we had to climb a very steep slope, so be careful. Upon entering the temple, the first thing we felt was a slightly eerie atmosphere, quiet and a bit gloomy, truly ancient and mysterious, but equally fascinating.

And finally, we reached the Upper Temple, which was quite an interesting challenge. The Upper Temple is located at the summit of Ba Vi mountain at an altitude of 1,227 meters. To reach the Upper Temple, we had to climb about 500 steps. But rest assured, the view from the top will not disappoint. The green of the mountains blending with the blue of the sky, the blue of the hidden rivers and lakes behind the white clouds flying by, overall it was incredibly beautiful.

If you have the time and energy, you can also conquer the Ho Chi Minh Temple with a similar view, it’s just as stunning.

That was the journey of my friends and I at Ba Vi National Park.

4. Bat Trang Pottery Village

Bat Trang Pottery Village is one of the fun places to visit on weekends, especially for families with children. Traveling, eating, and having fun here will be a breeze when you have the travel experience of spending a chill day at Bat Trang Pottery Village in your pocket. Let’s explore together!

Where is Bat Trang Pottery Village located?

Bat Trang is currently located on the banks of the Red River, in Bat Trang commune, Gia Lam district, on the outskirts of Hanoi. Bat Trang Pottery Village is the oldest and most famous traditional pottery village in Vietnam known for its ceramic products.

Guide to Visit Bat Trang

Getting to Bat Trang by Bus

For students or those who prefer traveling by bus, taking a bus to Bat Trang is the perfect choice as it is both cheap and convenient in any weather. From Hanoi to Bat Trang, you can take bus 47 from Long Bien, which takes only 35 minutes to reach Bat Trang with specific information. Operating hours: 5:14 am – 7:42 pm (Long Bien); 5:53 am – 8:21 pm (Kim Lan)/ Sun: 5:16 am – 7:58 pm (Long Bien); 5:41 am – 8:56 pm (Kim Lan)

Ticket price: 7000 VND/way

Number of trips: 3 – 4 buses/day

One-way travel time: 45 minutes

Riding a Motorbike to Bat Trang

Directions to Bat Trang from districts Long Bien, Tay Ho, Hoan Kiem: Drive across Chuong Duong Bridge, then turn right onto the dike and go straight for about 8km to reach Bat Trang. When you are close to the pottery village, there are very large signs so you can rest assured you won’t get lost.

Directions to Bat Trang from districts Dong Da, Hai Ba Trung: Move towards Vinh Tuy Bridge, then turn onto the dike and go about 6km more to reach Bat Trang.

Directions to Bat Trang from districts Nam, Bac Tu Liem, Hoang Mai, Thanh Xuan: Drive towards Thanh Tri Bridge, then turn onto the road towards Ecopark urban area. After seeing the intersection of Da Ton road, turn right and head up the dike straight to Bat Trang.

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Traveling to Bat Trang by River

There are many travel companies offering weekend tours on the Red River passing through main attractions like Bat Trang, Den Chu Dong Tu with a price around 400k/person, so you can consider this type of tour.

Bat Trang pottery village in Gia Lam district, Hanoi is a place with a long tradition in producing ceramic products. According to the experience of visiting Bat Trang, you should come here on the 8th – 13th of the lunar month each year to combine with visiting Van Phuc pagoda. Besides, you can also participate in other interesting festival activities such as human chess, Chinese chess, cockfighting, tug of war, blindfolded pot smashing…

Visiting Bat Trang Pottery Market

The first experience when visiting Bat Trang that you cannot miss is strolling through the market. Before you are thousands of stalls with hundreds, thousands of handmade ceramic items such as flower vases, rice bowls, essential oil lamps… to unique ceramic rings, belts.

Take a walk around the market to admire all the ceramic items, and surely you will feel truly unique and interesting emotions.

Visiting Bat Trang Pottery Workshop

According to the experience of visiting Bat Trang for a day, if you come to Bat Trang village and do not try pottery making, then it’s like you haven’t been here. Turning a piece of clay into soulful products like bowls, flower vases made by your own hands is truly fascinating. The cost for one pottery making session ranges from 30k to 50k. After finishing, you can dry and paint it and bring it back for decoration.

Visiting Bat Trang and Enjoying Coffee

Enjoying a delicious cup of coffee at a familiar cafe with unique designs like baked bricks, ceramic plates… will surely elevate your emotions.

Some delicious dishes in Bat Trang that you should not miss include:

Coconut core cake, purple sweet potato cake, yellow sweet potato cake
Grilled eggs, boiled native chicken, grilled native chicken on charcoal stove
Sugarcane juice 10k, coconut water 30k,
Plain cakes, aromatic and not greasy rice cakes, truly enjoyable. The filling of the cakes is made from mung beans, dried onions mixed with rice flour, dong leaves creating an unforgettable flavor. The price of these cakes is very cheap, only about 4k/each and 30k/dozen.

Suggested Itinerary for a Day Trip to Bat Trang Pottery Village

Morning: 7:45 am – 8:30 am: Travel to Bat Trang
9:00 am: Visit Bat Trang pottery village, pottery workshops, glazing, listen to artisans guide the pottery making process and make cute products by yourself
11:30 am: Rest and have lunch at a restaurant near the pottery village or at the entrance of the pottery market
2:00 pm: Shopping at Bat Trang pottery market
4:30 pm: Return to Hanoi

5. Duong Lam Ancient Village

Duong Lam Ancient Village

Address: Xom He, Mong Phu Hamlet, Duong Lam Commune, Son Tay, Hanoi

These are real experiences from someone born and raised in Saigon with a strong love for Hanoi.

It can be said that I classify myself as a unique individual when choosing to review differently from others, always curious, exploring deeply, my personality and writing style do not match any review site, liking what I like, criticizing what I don’t like, without any self-promotion.

Returning to the issue, to know if what I’m saying is correct or not, please read on below. I write what I like, whether you believe it or not is up to you. There are many articles online guiding, reviewing about walking, eating, and staying in Duong Lam, but 99% of them are old articles, information not updated, the writers did not focus on other aspects besides just the way to go, eat, and drink.

Briefly about Duong Lam ancient village, Duong Lam is about 37km from Hanoi, it can be said that this place is one of the ancient villages that still retains ancient architecture from ancient times to now. Many old Hanoi movies were filmed here. Here are 4 things you need to know when visiting Duong Lam (including a guide)

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Guide to Visit Duong Lam Ancient Village

Just follow the maps, if you go by motorbike it’s fast, but if you want to be healthy, then ride a bike with a cross-Vietnam team. The entrance fee is 20K/person, however, if you ride a bike and are persuasive, you might get the ticket for free ^^

What does Duong Lam Ancient Village have?

Briefly about the ancient village, you might think it’s a place made for tourism by the state, but in fact, it’s also where people live, some houses still retain ancient features, but many houses have lost their ancient features and have been built with cement walls like in the city ^^. You should visit some ancient houses to admire the ancient features here.

Mrs. Duong Thi Lan’s ancient house
Visit Mr. Nguyen Van Hung’s ancient house
Visit Mr. Ha Huu The’s house
Visit Mr. Ha Van Vinh’s ancient house
Visit Mr. Ha Nguyen Huyen’s ancient house
Find Mrs. Ha Thi Dien’s ancient house

One of the hardest things for those who travel alone is not having anyone to take Instagram-worthy photos. This place will create beautiful, artistic photos if you know how to take them. You can’t take cool photos alone, you can’t keep asking others to take photos for you, and usually, the photos taken by others don’t match your intentions.

P/s: More importantly, you are not allowed to take photos at the gate of Mong Phu village, the photos online are taken sneakily, if you take photos, be careful when the guard is not around and take them quickly, or you might get scolded. You can take photos inside but not at the main gate, maybe that belongs to my spiritual belief.

Especially when you come here, you must sit and drink a cup of green tea from the old lady selling tea at the main gate. This is the encyclopedia of Vietnamese history from ancient times of Ngo Quyen to Ngo Dinh Diem, 10 years of history lessons summarized in just 10-15 minutes, don’t think the old lady doesn’t know anything, she knows about Nha Phuong dating Truong Giang, then Nguyen Cao Ky died on what day, Mrs. Mai Mai, mother of Ky Duyen MC died on what day too. Then who works in which ministry in this village, then Ho Ngoc Ha filmed Hoa Co May here, the whole Showbiz is in the old lady’s head. You can borrow the old lady’s map and take a picture, but I think you don’t need a map because looking at it, you won’t understand anything, because every house looks the same, after a while, you won’t know which way is which. Or you can ask the old lady for any information you need, she answers very warmly and lovely. Oh, she’s also from the North but the people here are very friendly, very enthusiastic guides, especially they highly value people from the South and beautiful… like me.

Guide to explore Duong Lam Ancient Village

– Transportation: motorbike or bicycle

– Food, drink: Have breakfast in Hanoi, when you arrive in Duong Lam, contact the old lady at the gate to order lunch. Or you can buy gifts at the shops in the village

– Time: Within a day

– Activities/Photos: As mentioned above, if you go alone, there’s no need to go because there’s no one to take photos, but if you want to go just for the experience, just bring a selfie stick to conquer all fronts. However, if you want beautiful, mesmerizing photos, you should go with another person.

Itinerary for a day trip to Duong Lam Ancient Village for your reference:

6:00: Depart from Hanoi via route 21
8:30 – 9:30: Visit Den Va and move to the Ancient Village
9:30-11:30: Visit Mong Phu village gate, Mong Phu communal house, ancient houses, Tham Hoa Giang Van Minh church.
11:30: Lunch
13:30: Visit Phung Hung temple, Ngo Quyen, Mia pagoda
15:30: Visit Son Tay ancient citadel
17:00: Return to Hanoi

6. Dong Mo Tourist Area

Where is Dong Mo Ecotourism Area located?

Address: Son Tay town, Hanoi city

Dong Mo Ecotourism Area is located about 40 km from the capital Hanoi. This place is part of the cultural village complex of Vietnamese ethnic groups. The Dong Mo Ecotourism Area complex includes a vast, expansive lake with an area of over 500 hectares, located at the foot of Ba Vi mountain. On the lake are small islands and scattered on them are resort areas. The special thing is that there is a villa located right in the middle of the lake, which is extremely unique. This is where the boss Phan Quan in the movie “Người phán xử” held his wedding anniversary. Since that movie, this location has become a hot check-in spot for young people.

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So when should you visit Dong Mo during the year? Unlike other tourist destinations, Dong Mo Ecotourism Area can welcome you all year round without missing a single day.

Dong Mo Ecotourism Area What’s there?

In Dong Mo, each season has its own beauty for you to explore and enjoy. In spring, this ecotourism area appears like a vibrant twenty-year-old girl. In summer, it’s hot and bustling with the scorching sun. In autumn, Dong Mo has a more solemn look, and in winter, it’s gentle and charming.

However, before visiting Dong Mo Ecotourism Area, you should carefully check the weather forecast to avoid rainy days. Just go on a dry day, and wherever you stand, you’ll have those “thousand likes” photos. Dong Mo is about 40 km away from Hanoi city center. So, it will only take you about 1 hour to get there. The route to Dong Mo is short, easy to travel, and offers many transportation options for you. With personal vehicles, you can choose to travel by motorbike, private car, or taxi. However, if your family includes elderly people or young children who are not used to long-distance travel, it’s safer to travel by car. When traveling to Dong Mo by personal vehicle, you can follow the route as follows:

Directions to Dong Mo Ecotourism Area

From Hanoi, take the Láng – Hòa Lạc expressway, then at the Hòa Lạc intersection, turn onto Thăng Long Avenue. Travel another 8 km, and you will arrive at Dong Mo Ecotourism Area. Travel to Dong Mo by public bus

If you are a group of students, you can consider this mode of transportation. Taking the bus is not dusty, and you can still chat and joke with each other on the way, saving time and money, right?

Bus routes to Dong Mo for your reference:

Route 84: My Dinh urban area – Linh Dam urban area
Route 71: My Dinh bus station – Son Tay bus station
Route 70B: My Dinh bus station – Phu Cuong
Route 70A: My Dinh bus station – Trung Ha
Route 44: Tran Khanh Du – My Dinh bus station

The entrance fee to Dong Mo Ecotourism Area is 80,000 VND/person/day, and if you have a student card, the price will be slightly cheaper. Alternatively, you can invite your partner, best friend, or crush to go together, and the ticket price for 2 people is only 130,000 VND/day.

When camping overnight at Dong Mo, you can rent tents here. The tent rental price will be around 250,000 VND – 600,000 VND/24 hours, depending on the number of people. The detailed price list will be listed below for your better understanding. Additionally, at Dong Mo, there is a more “budget-friendly” ticket, which is the grass sliding ticket. The sliding ticket here is only about 40,000 VND/person.

With such a low entrance fee, what is there to do at Dong Mo? If you are wondering, read the suggestions below carefully.

Vietnam Ethnic Cultural Village

The first destination for your Dong Mo trip is the Vietnam Ethnic Cultural Village. This vast complex is full of things for you to explore. This area simulates unique architectures from the villages of the 54 ethnic groups in Vietnam. So when you come here, you not only learn about the different cultures of the ethnic groups on the S-shaped land but also have plenty of opportunities to check-in with these magnificent architectural structures.

Some notable structures here include:

Rong house in the Central Highlands
Ancient Khơ-me pagodas
A replica of the Ponagar Tower in Nha Trang

There are super unique structures here for you to take endless “Instagrammable” photos. The cultural village area is quite large, and the attractions are a bit far apart, so you can move around more conveniently by electric car.

Dong Mo Lake

This is the main highlight of the entire Dong Mo Ecotourism Area. Dong Mo Lake is located next to the majestic Ba Vi mountain range. This place is a frequent destination for fishing enthusiasts and locals. So, if you share this hobby, don’t forget to prepare your fishing gear.

Moreover, there are countless small islands on the lake for you to take more Instagram-worthy photos. If you come here at sunset, you will surely have a top-notch check-in spot.

Dong Mo Golf Course

Inside the Dong Mo Ecotourism Area, there is a 36-hole international standard golf course. This place is surrounded by meticulously cared-for lush green grass. Perhaps that’s why the Dong Mo golf course is considered one of the most beautiful golf courses in Southeast Asia. If you love this sport, this will be the ideal destination for you.

Camping at Dong Mo Ecotourism Area

This is probably the section you are most interested in. The Sơn Tinh Camp camping area covers about 40 hectares with pristine forests and fruit-bearing forests. The space here is ideal for camping, so don’t miss out on this exciting experience.

When camping, you won’t need to bring too much gear because the services here are quite complete and reasonably priced. Additionally, at Sơn Tinh Camp, they also prepare food for you. The meals will have a diverse menu with prices ranging from 150,000 VND to 290,000 VND. To make your trip to Dong Mo perfect and convenient, don’t overlook the following tips:

Monitor the weather forecast to plan your trip. Since the roads here are mostly grass and dirt, if it rains, the roads will be very slippery. Additionally, outdoor activities will be canceled due to bad weather.

If you visit Dong Mo in the summer, don’t forget to bring sunscreen as you will have to move around a lot here.

If you choose to camp outdoors at Dong Mo, schedule your visit from Saturday afternoon. Don’t forget to prepare the necessary personal items like a regular trip. Additionally, you’ll need to prepare some food for an outdoor BBQ party.

7. Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc

Traveling to Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc is very suitable for those who want to have a budget-friendly trip if you are departing from Hanoi or the Northern region. Even with just around 1,000,000 VND for a 2-day-1-night trip to Tam Dao, you can enjoy eating, drinking, and having fun. The basic expenses include:

Guide to Transportation to Tam Dao

By motorbike: 100,000 VND (fuel cost)
Self-drive rental car: 3,000,000 VND/day (depending on the type of car)
Passenger car: 45,0000 VND/way
Bus: 100,000 VND – 150,000 VND
Food expenses: 300,000 – 400,000 VND/person
Accommodation expenses: 350,000 – 600,000 VND/person
Entrance fee to visit Tam Dao tourist areas: 40,000 – 60,000 VND

Some other small expenses: Rent a motorbike when going to Tam Dao, buy snacks, buy souvenirs.

Tam Dao 3-day 2-night itinerary:

Day 1: Tam Dao National Park – Old Tam Dao Church – Tam Dao Night Market
Day 2: Heaven Gate – Silver Waterfall – Television Tower
Day 3: Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple – Rung Rinh Peak

Tam Dao 2-day 1-night itinerary:

Day 1: Tam Dao Park – Stone Church – Heaven Gate
Day 2: Tam Dao Wind Restaurant – Tam Dao Heaven Gate

If you plan a 1-day trip to Tam Dao, you can combine it with a visit to Tây Thiên Tam Dao for a day.

Known as the second Dalat sky in the North, Tam Dao’s weather is mostly very pleasant and cool throughout the year. According to my experience in visiting Tam Dao, you can travel between May and September because during this time, Tam Dao experiences all four seasons in a day. You can comfortably enjoy a full day here.

How to travel to Tam Dao

There are many ways to travel to Tam Dao that you can choose for your upcoming trip.

Starting from Hanoi:

By motorbike: This is probably the most common choice for those who want to follow the Tam Dao travel guide.

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The distance from Hanoi to Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc is only about 31km. Therefore, it takes an average of about 1 hour to travel by motorbike. If you want to ride to Tam Dao by motorbike, you can follow these routes:

From the center of Hanoi, you travel along Pham Van Dong street, then go straight on the Ring Road 3. After that, continue towards Thang Long Bridge. Then, travel along Noi Bai road to the Nam Hong intersection. Here, you can follow the signs by turning left and going towards Me Linh Phuc Yen. In the city, there will be signs to Tây Thiên – Tam Dao.

Renting a self-drive car: If you are traveling in a large group, you can also rent a self-drive car. If you travel in a group, the cost will be much cheaper. In addition, make sure you have a driver’s license to make the rental process easier. If you plan to rent a self-drive car, you can book it about a week before the trip.

By bus/intercity coach:

In Hanoi, there are several bus routes with stops in Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc. If you want to save on costs and ensure a safe trip, you can choose bus routes 01 or New Way.

Additionally, if you travel to Tam Dao by intercity coach, you can catch buses going to Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc at My Dinh Bus Station. In terms of choosing a suitable transportation option when following the Tam Dao travel guide, I think intercity coaches and buses are the best options.

Where to stay in Tam Dao?

It’s not hard to choose a good, quality, and affordable place to stay in Tam Dao. There are many accommodation options available, from homestays, hotels, inns, to villas and resorts with beautiful views and dreamy spaces. Here are some reviews of Tam Dao with accommodation suggestions:

Tam Dao Homestays:

90s Homestay:

Address: Head of Village 2, Tam Dao Town, Vinh Phuc.
Room Price: 350,000đ – 1,000,000đ/night/2 people.

Up in the Air:

Address: 2B, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc.
Price: 1,200,000đ – 3,000,000đ/unit

Quang Minh Homestay:

Address: Tam Dao Town, Tam Dao District, Vinh Phuc Province
Room Price: 200,000đ – 350,000đ/room

Zen Villa Homestay Tam Dao:

Address: Tam Dao District, Vinh Phuc City
Room Price: 800,000đ – 1,500,000đ/room/night

Sake Villa

Address: Area 2, Tam Dao Town, Vinh Phuc.
Price: 3,000,000đ/unit

Le Bleu Floating Clouds Homestay

Address: Tam Dao slope, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc
Room Price: 1.5 million – 4 million/unit/night

Tam Dao Hotels

Anh Minh Hotel:

Address: Road 1, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc
Room Price: 300,000đ 450,000đ/night

Ngoc Huyen Hotel:

Address: Road 1, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc
Room Price: 450,000đ – 650,000đ/night

Cay Thong Hotel:

Address: Area 1, Tam Dao Town, Tam Dao District, Vinh Phuc
Room Price: 300,000đ – 400,000đ/night

Tam Dao Inns

Chan May Inn Tam Dao

Address: Tam Dao Town, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc
Room Price: 200,000đ – 300,000đ/night

Ngoc Son Inn Tam Dao

Address: Tam Dao Town, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc
Room Price: 150,000đ – 350,000đ/night

4 Must-Do Things When Visiting Tam Dao

What is there to do in Tam Dao? There are many interesting experiences when visiting Tam Dao, including the following 5 activities that you can refer to for your independent Tam Dao travel experience:

Cloud Hunting at Heaven Gate

In Tam Dao travel reviews, cloud hunting is one of the most iconic experiences. Tam Dao has numerous spots suitable for cloud watching and wind catching. However, Heaven Gate is considered the most ideal destination. From Heaven Gate, you can see the winding curves and the entire town shrouded in mist.

Trekking through the Mountains and Forests

Trekking through the forest is an adventurous journey that brings a fresh sensation to your trip. Additionally, trekking helps you train your endurance effectively.

Enjoying Delicious Grilled Food

Similar to Sapa, grilled food in Tam Dao is delicious and extremely diverse. On a cool Tam Dao evening, enjoying hot, fragrant grilled food is a real delight.

Exploring the Steep Roads

It’s both thrilling and exciting to ride the steep roads of Tam Dao. However, ensure that you feel confident enough to take the wheel and conquer the roads!

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Places to Visit in Tam Dao

Tam Dao Heaven Gate

Considered a paradise in Tam Dao. Heaven Gate is an ideal place to hunt for clouds. From Heaven Gate, you can see the mountains stretching endlessly, the misty town from above, and enjoy the fresh air.

Silver Waterfall

Hidden deep in the forest, the waterfall has a rushing flow that creates white foam. Silver Waterfall is one of the best suggestions for a refreshing trip. Walking closer to the waterfall, you can feel the cool atmosphere.

Cloud Bridge

If you want a stunning photo in Tam Dao, head to Cloud Bridge. This bridge is very similar to the second version of Cloud Bridge at the Dalat tea hill. Among the woven bamboo pieces overlooking the clouds, you can hunt for clouds early in the morning.

Tam Dao National Park

As mentioned in the exciting experiences section, the national park is one of the many mysterious and surprising tourist spots in Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc. The national park offers many exciting tours for you to join and explore. Ticket price is about 40,000đ/person.

Additionally, Tam Dao also has many spiritual tourism sites for you to visit and explore, such as the temple of the two Vương Cô from the Tran Dynasty, Tây Thiên Temple, and Hell Pagoda.

What to Eat in Tam Dao?

Tam Dao’s cuisine offers many delicious dishes that you should try, such as fresh green vegetables grown cleanly, skewered grilled food, wild chicken, delicious pho, sturgeon, and local pigs. The food in Tam Dao is reasonably priced, especially if you travel in a large group, which helps save a lot of costs.

Suggestions for affordable and tasty restaurants in Tam Dao:

Tam Dao Night Market: Tam Dao Town, Vinh Phuc

Long Thanh Restaurant: 33, Nguyen Tat Thanh, Tich Son Ward, Vinh Yen, Vinh Phuc

Tây Thiên Restaurant: Ap Don, Dai Dinh, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc.

Khanh Ly Restaurant: Opposite No. 34, Phan Chu Trinh, Khai Quang, Vinh Yen, Vinh Phuc

Tam Dao Restaurant: Silver Waterfall, Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc

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