360Crossing Hanoi streets: walk slowly and predictably; never hesitate or sprint backCrossing the road through streams of hundreds of scooters can be terrifying. Step off the curb and walk with steady, con…Mistakes to avoidThings to knowFirst-time tips
275Sip authentic Egg Coffee (Cà Phê Trứng) on the terrace of Café GiảngInvented in 1946 by Mr. Nguyen Van Giang when fresh milk was scarce during the war. Robust Vietnamese robusta drip coffe…FoodCultureLocal tips
245Drink fresh Bia Hơi on low plastic stools at Tạ Hiện beer junctionBia Hơi is light, unpasteurized draft beer brewed fresh every morning with no preservatives. Pull up a tiny blue plastic…NightlifeBudgetFood
230Hoan Kiem Lake at 6:00 AM: watch locals practicing Tai Chi and laughter yogaAt sunrise, the misty perimeter of Sword Lake comes alive with thousands of Hanoians of all generations jogging, practic…SunriseCultureWalking
220Hanoi Train Street: grab a second-floor cafe seat 30 minutes before transitPolice occasionally block walking on the tracks for safety. If you book a seat with a local cafe owner along the tracks,…PhotographyHidden Gem
