Hanoi Opera House to welcome visitors

Visitors to Hanoi have so many options to visit tourist attractions in this capital city, including Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, One Pillar pagoda, Temple of Literature, museums, Hilton prison, Hoan Kiem Lake, Old Quarter of Hanoi, etc. However, If there is a place that has been considered as the symbol of Hanoi during the French time, it must be Hanoi Opera House.

Opened in 1911, Hanoi Opera House has been witnessing the history of Hanoi as well the cultural events for more than 100 years. In a Hanoi city tour, visitors can only see Hanoi Opera House from the outside, but a good news released today, Hanoi Opera House will open for tourists to visit from June 2017.

Hanoi Opera House is about 5 minute walk from Hoan Kiem lake, the young Vietnamese normally buy special Trang Tien ice cream then sit down at the steps to enjoy and watch people passing by. Groups of students in beautiful Ao Dai or couples in wedding dresses also come here for memorable photos.

Hanoi travel guide

For general Hanoi travel guide, you can read here https://www.vivutravel.com/vietnam-travel-destinations/hanoi-travel-guide. Hanoi is the must - see destination for tourists to learn about Vietnamese spiritual life, daily life, culture and history.

Hanoi is the base to visit other destinations in the beautiful north of Vietnam such as Trang An scenic complex, Mai Chau valley, Halong bay, Sapa, etc. The best time to visit Hanoi should be in August from September to December when it is cool and romantic.

Apart from the tourist sites, tourists must try Hanoi street foods which are considered the highlight of your Vietnam holiday. Top dishes are Pho, Bun Cha, Cha Ca, Bun Rieu, Banh My, etc. Draught beer or coffee are also highly recommended.

Hanoi has Noi Bai international airport, just 30km from the old quarter. Tourists can easily get visa on arrival, but must contact Vietnam visa provider in advance to apply for Vietnam visa approval letter.