- 1800-123-5555
- Travel Agent? Join Us
- Blog
- Offers
West Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam
Explore the biggest freshwater lake in Hanoi
Rated 4.5/5 (based on 395 reviews )
Quick Information
Best time to visit
Mar - Apr, Sep - Nov
Ideal Duration
5-6 Days
Visa
On Arrival
Starting from
Rs. 1,800
Website
http://tourism.hanoi.gov.vn/
- Adventure
- Ideal for friends
- Romantic
About West Lake in Hanoi
West Lake is the largest fixed water body of Hanoi, stretching for over 17 km in its shoreline and an area of 500 hectares within. A 15 minutes’ drive away from the cacophonous old quarters of Hanoi, West Lake offers a more peaceful and tranquillity alternative to the visitors. Also known as Ho Tay Lake in the local language, this place is an absolute gem of a destination if your goal for the day is to simply soak in the urban fabric of Hanoi and spend time relaxing.
The origin of the lake is shrouded in several folklore and legends and, thus, not really known. One popular legend is the story of the battle between local deity Dragon King Lac Long Quan and a wicked fox spirit with nine tails, whom he had defeated and laid down here where the lake stands. Another one and the more widely believed one is the story of the buffalo calf, which confused the bell of a pagoda with his mothers and ran so fast that his hood created a crater for the lake.
But these are mostly myths. In its actual heyday, West Lake in Hanoi was lined with royal palaces and houses of the elites, and the lake was used as a centre for recreation and relaxation. The second part still remains, but the surroundings have transformed into a more contemporary look with shops, restaurants and skyscrapers around.
There are several West Lake attractions around for a visitor to explore. Vietnam’s oldest temple Tran Quoc Pagoda built in the 6th century as a symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism is located in a small island. Other than West Lake Pagoda Hanoi, Quan Thanh Temple is also there, which is one of Vietnam’s Four Sacred Temples. For refreshment purposes, one can visit the south side for a street-full of the best seafood restaurants and to the northern side for more sophisticated diners.
Cycling around West Lake Hanoi along the beautiful pathways is a very rewarding activity to do here, as a dose of health for the body and the mind, as well as for exploring the area properly.
null
Popular Packages
Unlimited Choices. Trusted Agents. Best Prices. Happy Memories.
Vietnam ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 42,000/-₹ 47,191/-
- Hoi An
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Hanoi
Upto 4 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingCruiseTransfersVietnam ( 4D & 3N )
Starting from:
₹ 1,800/-₹ 1,978/-
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 5D & 4N )
Starting from:
₹ 15,327/-₹ 16,481/-
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 5D & 4N )
Starting from:
₹ 25,000/-₹ 27,472/-
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 6D & 5N )
Starting from:
₹ 28,000/-₹ 30,769/-
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Ho Chi Minh City
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 32,999/-₹ 36,263/-
- Hanoi
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Halong Bay
Upto 4 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 6D & 5N )
Starting from:
₹ 34,774/-₹ 38,638/-
- Phu Quoc
- Ho Chi Minh City
Upto 5 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingHotelAirport TransferCambodia ( 7D & 6N )
Starting from:
₹ 35,000/-₹ 38,461/-
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Siem Reap
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 35,000/-₹ 38,461/-
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
- Mekong Delta
- Ho Chi Minh City
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 9D & 8N )
Starting from:
₹ 35,000/-₹ 38,461/-
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Hoi An
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 37,000/-₹ 40,659/-
- Hoi An
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
Upto 4 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 7D & 6N )
Starting from:
₹ 37,100/-₹ 40,769/-
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Mui Ne
Upto 5 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingHotelAirport TransferVietnam ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 38,000/-₹ 41,758/-
- Hanoi
- Sapa
- Halong Bay
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersCambodia ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 40,999/-₹ 45,054/-
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
- Siem Reap
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingVisaEntry fee chargesAirport Pickup-DropHotelTransfersCambodia ( 7D & 6N )
Starting from:
₹ 42,000/-₹ 45,652/-
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Siem Reap
- Ho Chi Minh City
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 10D & 9N )
Starting from:
₹ 45,000/-₹ 49,450/-
- Hoi An
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersVietnam ( 6D & 5N )
Starting from:
₹ 47,999/-₹ 51,612/-
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
- Hoi An
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersCambodia ( 12D & 11N )
Starting from:
₹ 51,098/-₹ 57,414/-
- Hanoi
- Luang Prabang
- Siem Reap
- Ho Chi Minh City
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingPrivate CabEntry fee chargesAirport Pickup-DropHotelTransfersVietnam ( 7D & 6N )
Starting from:
₹ 51,999/-₹ 56,521/-
- Halong Bay
- Hanoi
Upto 3 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersCambodia ( 8D & 7N )
Starting from:
₹ 51,999/-₹ 57,142/-
- Siem Reap
- Hanoi
- Halong Bay
Upto 5 StarsFlightsMealsSightseeingStay IncludedTransfersPlaces To Visit In Hanoi
Let the experts guide you to the best of this mesmerizing destination
View AllOld Quarter In Hanoi
In the heart of the capital city of Vietnam lies the area, which has been standing here since the imperial days of the country. Hanoi Old Quarter of Vietnam was initially a doing of the Ly and Tran dynasties. It served as the centre of their rule, situated right to the east of the Citadel of Thang Long, along the slow-movin...
- Local market
- Shopping
Hoan Kiem Lake In Hanoi
In the old quarters of the capital city, Hanoi sits the ancient Hoan Kiem Lake, which translates to the Vietnamese language as ‘Lake of the Returned Sword’. This moniker has a famous legend behind it, which is often the storyline of numerous water puppetry shows in the Thong Lang Water Puppet Theatre.
The legend says that...
- Lake
- Sightseeing
- Nature
One Pillar Pagoda In Hanoi
Located in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, One Pillar Pagoda is regarded to be one of the most significant temples of the country. The Pagoda is made out of wood on a single pillar of stone, which is 1.25 metre in diameter and 4 meters in height. Thus it got the name ‘one pillar’ pagoda. The design resembles a lotus blossom,...
- One-Pillar Pagoda
- Sightseeing
- Nature
Temple of Literature In Hanoi
Temple of Literature is considered as one of Hanoi’s most sacred places, not only for religion or spirituality but for education as well. The temple was originally built in 1070 AD as a university dedicated to Confucianism, during the reign of third Ly emperor Ly Thanh Tong. The architecture of the Temple of Literature Hano...
- Temple of Literature
- Sightseeing
- Nature
West Lake In Hanoi
West Lake is the largest fixed water body of Hanoi, stretching for over 17 km in its shoreline and an area of 500 hectares within. A 15 minutes’ drive away from the cacophonous old quarters of Hanoi, West Lake offers a more peaceful and tranquillity alternative to the visitors. Also known as Ho Tay Lake in the local languag...
- Leisure Time
- Sightseeing
- Nature
Things To Do In Hanoi
Your list of the best things to do, compiled on the basis of actual traveler experiences
View AllDong Xuan Market In Hanoi
Dong Xuan Market is the largest roofed indoor market in Hanoi and also the busiest one by far. Within a stone-throwing distance of Hoan Kiem Lake in the old quarter of Hanoi, this French-era marketplace is the hub for cheap wholesale trade in Hanoi. Established in 1889 by combining two previously existing markets, Dong Xuan...
- Local market
- Shopping
- Leisure Time
Hiking in Ba Vi National Park In Hanoi
Centred on a three-pronged mountain summits, Ba Vi National Park in Hanoi is one of Vietnam’s most beautiful and picturesque landscapes. People often visit this heavily forested area to escape from the hustle and bustle of the city life and enjoy some silence and solitude. And Ba Vi National Park Hanoi offers them that and ...
- Adventure
- Sightseeing
- Nature
Watching Water Puppet Show In Hanoi
Water Puppet Show in Vietnam, Hanoi is one of the most popular shows in the city. Looking at the Vietnamese water puppets history, you can date this traditional form back to the 11th century. Finding roots in folklore and stories that have captivated the entire country., water puppetry was born.
Water puppetry originally ...
- Water Puppet Show
- Unlimited Fun
- Leisure Time
Trekking In Hanoi
Vietnam is one of the most naturally abundant countries in the world. Ba Be National Park is located just a bit away from the capital city of Hanoi. For all those nature lovers who love to trek, this park offers the best Hanoi hiking experience.
This Park was built to protect the freshwater lake, Ba Be Lake. The beauty of...
- Adventure
- Sightseeing
- Nature
Sky High Views Lotte Center In Hanoi
Vietnam is a country of many surprises. Although the country has many ancient and olden monuments to show off, there are some latest additions to the country’s picturesque nature as well. Lotte Center in Hanoi is the best viewpoint in Vietnam and offers a breathtaking view from the top.
Lotte Hanoi’s construction finished ...
- Sightseeing
- Leisure Time
- Nature
How To Reach West Lake in Hanoi
Read about the best & quickest routes to save time & money, as suggested by our travelers
Our experts would love to create a package just for you!
Fill in your requirements here >
Fastest Growing Holiday Marketplace
650+
Verified Agents
22 Lac+
Happy Travellers
65+
Destinations
Easy, Secure & Reliable
Traveltriangle
Verified
Stringent
Quality Control
24/7
Support
View AllTraveler Reviews
Read on to find out why our customers love us!
Trip to Hanoi
We were looking forward to a fabulous time as a group of three. The bookings and the details had to be monitored carefully as there were a few glitches. The fact that we wanted Triple occupancy was overlooked in Hanoi else everything else was fabulous. it was clock work. The La Paci cruise was quite a disaster as the food requirements fr the vegetarians was completely overlooked. No safety drills were performed as promised and the Manager was completely in efficient. He took us to a bay which opened out into the ocean . This had danger signs everywhere which we were not aware of. Two of us got taken in by the tide in a kayak into the rough seas, The manage or lifeguard was nowhere in sight. We were stranded on high seas with no help. This was ridiculous !! absolutely unsafe and the attitude by the crew was atrocious. After paying a higher fare for this cruise this experience was totally undesirable. The trip to Mekong Delta was a more commercial trip in a Run down bus. Other than this everything else was very well organised.Trip to Hanoi
Awesome experience right from the beginning Booking was so easy and smooth...ample amount of thanks to our travel triangle advisor Rakshanda and agent Jenny from Vietnam The hotels were neat and clean Airport pick up was prompt and nice The day tour in Hoi An was wonderful but Hanoi was not as good as the former All our queries were promptly attended to Overall we had an amazing experience Hoi An was too good for someone who wants time away from the busy city life especially at the Ba Na hills HaLong bay day trip was fun The train street in Hanoi was memorableTrip to Hanoi
Travel Triangle made this special trip the most memorable one in 2019. The guides (Huey & Peter) did an amazing job in Hanoi and Halong Bay. The cruise to Halong Bay was the highlight of the trip where we got to spend quality time on the island, could enjoy Kayaking and enjoyed the best of Vietnam cuisine meals.Trip to Hanoi
I’m from India, me & my wife planned to travel Vietnam. That’s when S-Viet came to picture. As my previous planned package tour in India was not such a great experience I was skeptical about S-Viet. Hannanh from S-Viet assisted us, on planning and customizing the package. She was open and patient to listen to our questions and recommendations. On finalizing we were handed a voucher with the plans and the hotel details. I’m glad to say that, everything turned up as per the plan without a slight deviation or any bad experiences, which I totally did not expected. The transportation & the pick up was on time, the hotel reservations and the rooms were readily available. On arrival the contact person was always on spot. We were never left out in any of the places. I’d like to make a special mention about the cruise experience that we had in Halong bay. The blue-dolphin crew lead by Nam, handled us so well. The cruise almost felt to be a personal one as there were only a couple from new-Zealand and a French man. The hotels in Hanoi & Sapa were good and the staff treated us well. Special thanks to Hannanh from S-Viet again. Regards, SharathTrip to Hanoi
We had booked for 8N 9D tour of Vietnam which included Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho chi minh city via LVP travels. Jenny was our tour co-ordinator. We had booked this tour almost in February but since then she was well in touch with us, clarifying all our doubts, adjusted few last minute requests. Our entire package was very beautifully created keeping 8m mind interests of everyone including small kids. There was no wait time at any place, no miscommunication. They had ensured we got best possible English speaking guide on this tour. Selection of hotels was also superb, nice yet budget friendly and located bear shopping and night markets. Would definitely recommend all my friends and family to book package via them whenever they plan to visit Vietnam 1. Halong Bay Cruise 2. Tam coc cycle rides 3. Mekong Delta 4. golden bridge at Ba Na Hills. 5. Hoi An night marketTrip to Hanoi
Thanks for the wonderful holiday[ Hanoi,Sun World Fansipan Legend (Sapa) and Halong Bay..] Special thanks to Eric from Asia Authentic and Praveen TravelTriangle for the superb and hassle free arrangements.Keep up the good service.Trip to Hanoi
Had a good trip overall but had some issues: 1) Our flight booking done by Traveltriangle for BOM BKK sector, seats blocked were right infront of washroom and so was not total reclining and full of disturbances. For BKK BOM sector flight seats blocked all the way at the back thereby taking us time to board and deboard. If we had not blocked seats we may have for better seats. We had not asked for Hindu meals on flight but was served on all sectors baring BOM BKK sector as we had asked them to cancel. The flight from Hanoi to Siem Rep was late by more than 2 hours and we spend half day at airport. That flight ( Vietjet) has a reputation of being late and we repented being booked on it as whole day was wasted and we ended up reaching hotel by 11 pm. 2) Hotel experience was fairly good. At Hanoi the room allocated with triple bed was small and lacking proper seating arrangement. Overall staff very curious and breakfast okay although lacking variety for Veg and non pork beef eaters. Hotel at Siem Rep (Ankor Holiday Hotel) was not at all as expected. Although supposedly four star it lacked proper attitude of staff and general hygiene and cockroaches running all around room and washroom. On first day air conditioning not working on one room and staff refused to give us another room. Had to settle with a fan.in room instead. They were not accommodating at all. 3) Guides in both countries were knowledgeable and understanding. They took good care of us and our food. 4) We got email / call on last day regarding our insurance option for trip. If they had contacted us earlier we would not have to run around. We got all documents just before we left for airport which was very rushed. 5) Our advisor Karan took lot of time to sort out payment issues with overseas travel agent and we had to continuously follow up to make sure our trip would not get cancelled inspite of making payments on time. Our time in Hanoi which included the overnight Boat trip was definitely the best.moments. Siem Rep was a disappointment due to rushed up itenarary.Trip to Hanoi
The tour representative from Hanoi Mr. Eric is Excellent in taking care of their clients with all respect and he was available at any point of time for any clarifications and do cordial too. We have also appreciate Ms. Rakhi from Travel triangle for the all support and we are very thankful did guiding us to select Asia Authentic Travel and its person Mr. Eric .i give both of them 10/10 the Five star rating Cambodia is amazing who interested in Architecture of very old centuries Vietnam is beautiful especially the Cruise travel and its services we enjoyed all the days with full josh ✌Trip to Hanoi
We planned a week honeymoon tour to Vietnam. When I initially approached to travel Triangle, they offered me various quotes with different prices and itinerary. I narrowed down on what Vietnam Cheap Packages had to offer. It seemed a good package at a price I could afford. The itinerary was well-planned and executed. They offered ample sight-seeing options and offered us a Cruise to Halong Bay. The Cruise was the best part of the entire trip as Vietnam Cheap Packages upgraded my Cruise from Delux to Premium at no extra cost. On arrival at Hanoi, we were a little disappointed with the hotel being offered as it was a delux 3-star hotel and rooms were not large ( at least not for a honeymoon sort of arrangement ). So, I had to upgrade my room by myself paying $10 per night for upgrade to suite size room( which was good ). Since it was a honeymoon, on arrival, Vietnam Cheap Packages had arranged for a candle light dinner for us at an Indian Restaurant, which was again something I don't see being offered to anyone, anywhere else. This was again a great treat. Overall, it was well managed from Airport Pickup at Vietnam to tour guides, sight-seeing, hotel accommodation, Cruise, and back to airport for final departure. Special mention to Mr. Ben, their best tour advisor who was available over call/whatsapp anytime and everytime. He is a really really helpful guy, very polite and trust me, he is there to help you out if you're stuck anywhere. You can count on him for smallest to biggest of issues and he leaves no stone un-turned to make it happen for you. This trip couldn't have been possible had Mr. Ben been not there. He is simple Awesome !! Boiled down. Heartful Thank you to him for arranging everything A-to-Z.Trip to Hanoi
Our anniversary trip to Vietnam started on the right note and the same was evident when I chose travel triangle as the service provider. Right from the time of shortlisting the itinerary till the time my trip ended, there was unflinching support from travel triangle and Sviet team especially megha ma'am and Hannanh Vu ma'am. During our stay at vietnam, irrespective of the timings the team was available to clear my concerns and the travel experience was seamless to say the least. There was a little confusion regarding our stay in Hanoi and the same was communicated to us on reaching Hanoi. To negate the inconveniences caused to us, the team has offered us free tickets to water puppet show and freely upgraded our room on cruise to balcony view one. So, if you are planning on going to Vietnam, then travel triangle and Sviet are the sure shot destinations for your travel related grievances. Trust me, your special occasions in life should be unforgettable memories but not nightmares and they make that sure at travel triangle.
Want best packages handpicked just for you?
Fill the form and get a callback from our holiday experts
FAQ's of Hanoi
Read on to find out why our customers love us!
The rental cost depends on how long you will be riding. It starts around USD 5 to 6 for a whole day’s rent.
Yes, there are plenty of accommodations near Lake Hanoi. But most people prefer to stay in the old quarter and travel by taxi or on foot to the lake.
The early mornings during spring and autumn months are the best time to visit Lake Hanoi.
How It Works
1Personalise This Package
Make changes as per your travel plan & submit the request.
2Get Multiple Quotes
Connect with top 3 agents, compare quotes & customize further.
3Book The Best Deal
Pay in easy installments & get ready to enjoy your holiday.
Corporate Office:
Holiday Triangle Travel Private Limited
Address: Plot No - 29 , 3rd & 4th Floor,
Dynamic House, Maruti Industrial Complex, Sector 18,
Gurugram -122015,Haryana
Landline: 1800 123 5555
Connect with us on :
Made with
in India
All rights reserved © 2019