Hanoi’s core zone develops typical cultural tourism
As the centre of ancient Thang Long capital more than 1,000 years ago and the heart of Hanoi at present, Hoan Kiem district is making efforts to develop tourism with its own identity, focusing on preserving and promoting cultural and historical values.
The Huc bridge and Ngoc Son Temple are popular destinations for international visitors and Vietnamese people. (Photo: VNA)
Hanoi (VNA) – As the centre of ancient Thang Long capital more than1,000 years ago and the heart of Hanoi at present, Hoan Kiem district is makingefforts to develop tourism with its own identity, focusing on preserving andpromoting cultural and historical values.
Hoan Kiem has been a destination not to be missed fortourists when coming to Hanoi. Its famous places include Hoan Kiem Lake, NgocSon Temple, the Old Quarter, St. Joseph's Cathedral and Hanoi Opera House.
The district also has many craft and food streets, considered an advantage to develop shopping and culinary tourism.
After a long closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Hoan Kiem’spedestrian spaces – the first of its kind in Vietnam – again welcomed visitorsback from March 18.
Many people gather at pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake at weekends. (Photo: VNA)
To ensure safety for visitors, the People’s Committee ofHoan Kiem district has deployed forces to perform COVID-19 prevention andcontrol activities and handle relevant violations.
Visitors are requested to make health declarations and washtheir hands before entering the pedestrian spaces, and not to enter the area ifthey have any COVID-19 symptoms.
The district has built a plan for tourism recovery anddevelopment in the new normal. To make it effective, Hoan Kiem is focusing ondiversifying and increasing the quality of products, stepping up promotionactivities, and expanding digital transformation in this field./.
The Hanoi Department of Tourism will support human resources development to meet tourism recovery requirements in the capital city, according to director of the department Dang Huong Giang.
The walking zone surrounding the Hoan Kiem Lake and Old Quarter in downtown Hanoi re-opened from March 18 after nearly 10 months of closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Hanoi Department of Tourism will coordinate with relevant agencies to kick off a tourism programme themed “Get on Hanoi 2022” on March 25 with a series of attractive activities, including a hot air balloon festival "Colourful Hanoi".
Secretary of the Party Committee of Hanoi Dinh Tien Dung on March 23 hosted a reception for Japanese Ambassador to Vietnam Yamada Takio and representatives of the Sumitomo Corporation of Japan and Vietnam's BRG Group to review the implementation of a smart city project in the northern area of Hanoi.
All the 240 households in Thieng Lieng hamlet once knew only salt production and aquaculture, but now welcoming tourists has become a source of their joy and income.
The first and only direct service connecting the two countries at the moment is set to operate three times per week using the modern wide-body Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
Mu Cang Chai is home to nearly 83,000 hectares of forest, including almost 60,000 hectares of unspoiled natural woodland. Recognising this potential, local authorities have embraced a holistic strategy that protects biodiversity while promoting tourism.
Phu Quoc ranks among the top 10 leading tourist islands in Asia. As the largest island in Vietnam, it boasts stunning natural beauty, with expansive coral reefs resting beneath the sea and a number of beautiful, poetic beaches such as Sao, Truong, and Khem, known for their fine white sand and crystal-clear waters.
Vietnam's national flag carrier Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet are among the exhibitors, promoting key destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Phu Quoc, as well as distinctive tourism products.
Alexander Musikhin, Vice President of ATOR and CEO of the Intourist travel agency, highlighted Vietnam as a top destination offering a unique blend of beach holidays and cultural excursions.
According to Seoul’s Tourism Industry Department, approximately 20,000 Vietnamese visitors travel to the city each year for medical treatment. Vietnam consistently ranks among the top 10 countries with the highest number of medical tourists to Seoul.
An analysis of accommodation search data based on check-in dates for June and July revealed that Nha Trang surpassed all other destinations in popularity among Korean users.
The programme is organised by the Khanh Hoa provincial Youth Union and the “Khanh Hoa people speak English” Project, and aims to promote the culture, history, cuisine and other tourism products of Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa to international visitors.
VNAT Director General Nguyen Trung Khanh called visa a golden ticket to pulling in crowds, but he is clear that it needs coordinated efforts across multiple sectors to keep the momentum going in this fast-moving global travel scene.
As a tourism hub, Hanoi is now actively developing strategies to attract Muslim travellers. In recent years, the city has seen a notable uptick in visitors from countries with large Muslim populations.
When tourists witness firsthand the passion and care of farmers, they’re willing to pay higher prices because they see the genuine worth behind every product.
During the first five months, China continued to be Vietnam's largest source market of tourists, followed by the RoK, China’s Taiwan, the US, and Japan.
After more than three months of operation, the popularity of the free tours in Bac Ninh province shows no signs of cooling down. Many tourists return every week in hopes of experiencing all the tours and visiting every destination.
Typical products of Phu Tho are being showcased at the Lao Cai International Travel Mart 2025, held in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai from June 5-8.
Featuring 130 stalls and delegations from 120 travel agencies representing more than ten countries and territories, the event is expected to provide a platform for establishing partnerships and attracting more visitors to Lao Cai in the future.
Kicking off the festival on the evening of June 7 will be the grand music concert titled “Nha Trang Say Hi”, featuring popular artists from the trending show “Anh Trai Say Hi”. The event will be broadcast live nationwide and conclude with a fireworks display over Nha Trang Bay.
Data from Booking.com reveals that during the peak summer vacation in June and July, beach trips continue to be a top priority for Vietnamese travellers.
The northern midland province of Phu Tho has carried out all-round measures to improve tourism infrastructure, services, and offerings, elevating visitor experience and reinforcing the province’s unique cultural identity.
The Huc bridge and Ngoc Son Temple are popular destinations for international visitors and Vietnamese people. (Photo: VNA) 
Many people gather at pedestrian streets around Hoan Kiem Lake at weekends. (Photo: VNA) 
