Best Time to Visit Hanoi
A month-by-month breakdown of weather, rain and festival season.
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Plan Your Trip to Hanoi
The unglamorous but essential stuff — weather, visas, money and logistics — sorted so the fun parts of planning go smoothly.
Getting from the Airport
Every option from Noi Bai Airport into the city, with prices and timings.
Read the guideGetting Around Hanoi
Walking, Grab, taxis, buses and the metro — what actually works.
Read the guideSafety & Common Scams
Hanoi is a safe city overall — here's what to actually watch for.
Read the guideSaigon to Hanoi
Flight, train or bus — a full comparison for covering Vietnam's two biggest cities.
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Currency, ATMs, withdrawal fees, and where cards are and aren't accepted.
Read the guideShopping & Souvenirs
What's genuinely worth buying, and how bargaining actually works.
Read the guideTipping & Etiquette
Realistic tipping norms, plus temple and everyday social etiquette.
Read the guideVisiting During Tet
What to expect from Vietnam's biggest holiday, and whether to plan around it.
Read the guideWorking Remotely from Hanoi
Coworking spaces, internet reliability, and visa considerations for longer stays.
Read the guideHospitals & Travel Insurance
Healthcare options for visitors, and why proper coverage matters.
Read the guideRenting a Motorbike
Licensing, what to check before you rent, and an honest take on whether you should.
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