Popular places to visit
Hoan Kiem Lake
Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.
Hanoi Opera House
This historic building is the centerpiece of Hanoi’s French Quarter and host to shows by many of Vietnam’s premier singers, dancers and musicians.
West Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at West Lake during your travels in Hanoi. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside or seek out the local tours.
St. Joseph's Cathedral of Hanoi
At the heart of Hanoi stands a weathered neo-Gothic Roman Catholic church, a contrary sight in this predominantly Buddhist city.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
This massive tomb houses the embalmed body of Ho Chi Minh, a former Vietnamese president.
Train Street
You can take time to visit Train Street during your travels to Hanoi. Make time for the shops and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Duong Lam Ancient Village Tour - Experience Rural Vietnam
Duong Lam Ancient Village & Thay Pagoda Private Cultural Day Trip
Duong Lam Ancient Village and Biking Tour from Hanoi
Top hotels in Son Tay
JW Marriott Hotel Hanoi
Amazing varieties, room is clean
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Hanoi Daewoo Hotel
Room is clean, and reception staff is good and kind. I would like to stay again if I have a chance to go to Hanoi
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Dolce by Wyndham Hanoi Golden Lake
Staff is excellent
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Lotte Hotel Hanoi
Great hotel and club lounge
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Diamond Westlake Suites
Very spacious. Ensuite laundry. Kitchen, dining area, living room + bedrooms.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Elegant Suites Westlake
I have stayed at Elegant Suites for many years now and if anything it continues to improve. The facilities including restaurant, gym, swimming pool and spa are uniformly excellent. The gardens are beautiful and Jenny and all of the staff cannot do enough to assist with any query or request. Obviously ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Son Tay
Nam Từ Liêm
While visiting Nam Từ Liêm, you might make a stop by sights like My Dinh National Stadium and Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium.
Mỹ Đình
If you're spending some time in Mỹ Đình, Hanoi Indoor Games Gymnasium and My Dinh National Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Cau Giay
Cau Giay is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Indochina Plaza Ha Noi and Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.
Tay Ho
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Tay Ho. A stop by West Lake or Tran Quoc Pagoda might round out your trip.
Ba Dinh
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Ba Dinh. A stop by Ho Chi Minh Museum or One Pillar Pagoda might round out your trip.
Thanh Xuan
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Thanh Xuan. You might want to make time for a stop at Vincom Mega Mall Royal City or Vietnam People's Air Force Museum.
