Hanoi
Vietnam's Thousand-Year Capital
The Old Quarter's 36 streets still trade by their guild names; lakes, coffee and temples fill the gaps. Hanoi layers French boulevards, neon and ancestral altars within one walkable knot.
Don't miss
- Old Quarter guild streets
- Hoan Kiem Lake at dawn
- Egg coffee in a hidden cafe
Best time to visit: October–November and March–April
Visas: Australian passport holders currently enter China visa-free for up to 30 days — an arrangement scheduled to end on 31 December 2026, so confirm the rules for your travel dates.