Halong BayvsHanoi
Can't decide between Halong Bay and Hanoi? Compare these two amazing destinations to find your perfect match.
Halong Bay
Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage wonderland of nearly 2,000 limestone karsts and islands rising from emerald waters. This otherworldly seascape offers junk boat cruises, kayaking through caves, floating fishing villages, and some of Southeast Asia's most iconic scenery.
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Hanoi
Hanoi is a captivating capital where French colonial elegance meets vibrant Vietnamese culture. The city enchants with its chaotic Old Quarter, tranquil lakes, delicious pho, and a pace of life that moves to the rhythm of motorbikes and street vendors.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
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Culture & History
Halong Bay offers Junk Boat Cruise, Kayaking, Sung Sot Cave
Hanoi offers Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature
Food & Dining
Halong Bay is famous for its local dining scene
Hanoi is famous for its local dining scene
Nightlife
Halong Bay offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Hanoi offers a relaxed evening atmosphere
Best Time to Visit
October to April
October to December, March to April
Weather
Summer: 30°C, Winter: 18°C
Summer: 33°C, Winter: 17°C
Top Attractions in Halong Bay
- 1Junk Boat Cruise
- 2Kayaking
- 3Sung Sot Cave
- 4Floating Villages
- 5Cat Ba Island
- 6Sunset on Deck
Top Attractions in Hanoi
- 1Old Quarter
- 2Hoan Kiem Lake
- 3Temple of Literature
- 4Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- 5Water Puppet Theatre
- 6Ha Long Bay Day Trip
Halong Bay is Popular With
Hanoi is Popular With
Geheimtipps
Entdecken Sie weniger bekannte Attraktionen in jeder Stadt
Geheimtipps in Halong Bay
- 1
Ti Top Island (Hon Titop)
A small island with a crescent-shaped beach and a steep hiking trail to a panoramic viewpoint at the top.
- 2
Dau Be Island (Three Tunnels Lake)
An island featuring a unique inland lake accessed through three low, narrow tunnels only navigable by small boat or kayak.
Geheimtipps in Hanoi
- 1
Long Bien Bridge
A historic French-colonial railway bridge spanning the Red River, still used by trains, motorbikes, and pedestrians.
- 2
Train Street
An extremely narrow residential street in the Old Quarter where trains pass just inches from homes twice daily.
Viertel zum Erkunden
Entdecken Sie die besten Gegenden in jeder Stadt
Top-Gegenden in Halong Bay
Tuan Chau Island
Tuan Chau is the modern gateway to Halong Bay, a man-made island resort area with a long marina, wide boulevards, and extensive infrastructure.
Bai Chay (Halong City)
The main tourist town on the mainland, Bai Chay is a bustling, no-frills hub of activity.
Top-Gegenden in Hanoi
Hoan Kiem District & Old Quarter
The historic heart of Hanoi, where narrow streets organized by ancient trades (silver, herbs, silk) buzz with constant activity.
Ba Dinh District
The political and ceremonial center of Vietnam, characterized by wide boulevards, grand government buildings, and significant historical monuments.
Budgetvergleich
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Budget in Halong Bay
Budget in Hanoi
Book Activities
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Aktivitäten in Halong Bay buchen
Warteschlangen überspringen mit vorgebuchten Touren und Attraktionen
Aktivitäten in Hanoi buchen
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Getting There
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Our Verdict
Both Halong Bay and Hanoi are incredible destinations. Halong Bay excels in limestone karsts and junk boats, while Hanoi stands out for pho and street food.
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