<\/span><\/h4>\nBuilt-in 1886, St. Joseph\u2019s Cathedral construction resembles the famous cathedral Notre Dame de Paris. This is the oldest building that was constructed during the expansion by the French colonists. The project consists of two towers in the facade, following the Gothic style.<\/p>\nSource: Lux Travel DMC<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation:\u00a0 40 Nha Chung Street or 01 Nha Tho Street<\/li>\n Entrance Fee: No charge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>Hanoi Opera House<\/span><\/h4>\nHanoi Opera House was built in 1911. It is the biggest theatre in Vietnam then and now. With the cultural sign of Vietnam under French rule. The architecture is typical of French neoclassical featuring Gothic and Mosaic themes on domes and doors with balconies, glass room, shuttered windows, pillars. The theatre has a seating capacity of 600 pax. You need to purchase tickets to enter.<\/p>\nSource: Flickr @stupid_dream<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation: 01 Trang Tien Street<\/li>\n Entrance Fee: Varies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>Hoa Lo Prison<\/span><\/h4>\nBuilt by the French in 1896, Hoa Lo Prison can house about 450 prisoners. By the 1930s, prison records indicated that it was close to 2000 inmates. The name \u201cHoa Lo\u201d means \u201cfurnace\u201d or \u201cstove\u201d. Hoa Lo prison nowadays is a symbol of the Vietnamese myriad sacrifice and patriots\u2019 indomitable will for national independence.<\/p>\nSource: Lux Travel DMC<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation: 01 Hoa Lo Street<\/li>\n Opening hours: 08:00 am – 17:00 am<\/li>\n Entrance Fee: 30,000 VND<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>Vietnam National Museum of History<\/span><\/h4>\nVietnam National Museum of History is located at the heart of Hanoi and close to many attractions such as Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple,… The museum is a place to display, preserve and introduce Vietnamese history from prehistoric times to the present day. The museum holds a collection of extremely diverse and invaluable documents, artifacts and many National treasures.<\/p>\nSource: Lux Travel DMC<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation: 216 Tran Quang Khai Street<\/li>\n Opening hours: 08:00 am – 12:00 am ; 13:30 pm – 17:00pm<\/li>\n Entrance Fee:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\nAdult: 40,000 VND\/ per<\/li>\n Student: 20,000 VND\/ per<\/li>\n Children under 6 years old and disabled people: Free<\/li>\n Photograph fee: 15,000 – 30,000 VN\u0110\/ machine.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/span>2. French Quarter Shopping – Trang Tien Plaza<\/span><\/h3>\nTrang Tien Plaza is located in the center of Hanoi. It was the first luxury shopping center to be built in the capital city. There are more than 200 fashion brands, handbags, footwear, cosmetics and accessories with over 50 leading international brands such as Burberry, Cartier, Rolex, Louis Vuitton,…<\/p>\nSource: Wikipedia<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation: 24 Hai Ba Trung Street<\/li>\n Opening hours: Entrance Fee: No charge<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>3. French Quarter Dining<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/span>La Terrasse Du Metropole<\/span><\/h4>\nSource: Ph\u1ee5 N\u1eef News<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nLa Terrasse Du M\u00e9tropole belongs to Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi which offers an extensive collection of traditional French and Vietnamese cuisine. This Parisian-style sidewalk cafe features a simple yet elegant setting with iron-framed awning, polished timber deck, vintage ceiling fans and comfortable seating arrangements with Hanoi City center views.<\/p>\n
The restaurant offers a wide range of sandwiches, soups, and salads all day as well as premium imported meats and fresh seafood in the evenings.<\/p>\n
\nLocation: 15 Ngo Quyen Street<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>Au Delice & Le Restaurant d\u2019Arthur Hanoi<\/span><\/h4>\nSource: Au-D\u00e9lice French Restaurant<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWith a homely setting, Au Delice & Le Restaurant d\u2019Arthur Hanoi is well-known for serving quality French cuisine. The restaurant offers three-course lunch sets from 89,000 VND and dinner which consists of dishes such as stuffed chicken leg with vegetables, chicken breast with curry sauce,\u00a0 feta cheese salads, Belgian chocolate mousse, and homemade waffles.<\/p>\n
\nLocation: 2B Ngo Thi Nham Street<\/li>\n Opening hours: 10:00 am – 22:00 pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>4. French Quarter Nightlife<\/span><\/h3>\n<\/span>Tadioto Bar<\/span><\/h4>\nEstablished in 2008, in Hanoi, Tadioto Bar is a characterful salon in Hanoi French Quarter that combines a coffee bar with art spaces. With its short-but-sharp selection of both classic and seasonal specialty cocktails and food, Tadioto is highly esteemed by many local and international visitors.<\/p>\nSource: Hanoi Hideaway<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation: 24B Tong Dan Street<\/li>\n Opening hours: 08:00 am-midnight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>Swing Music Lounge<\/span><\/h4>\nSwing Music Lounge is located near Hoan Kiem lake. It is a trendy and popular venue among the new wealthy class of local Vietnamese. Most of the live performances here are by well-known Vietnamese singers. The venue has been hosting many events with special appearances by Vietnamese celebrities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nSource: Yan<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\nLocation: 21 Trang Tien Street<\/li>\n Opening hours: 07:00 am – 03:00 am next morning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/span>II. Hanoi food tour with the World famous food blogger<\/span><\/h2>\nSource: Lux Travel DMC<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWhen exploring the Hanoi French Quarter, you can not miss some famous Hanoi cuisine on the way. With Mr. Vang Cong Tu, an influential food blogger since 2007 along with his partner Mark Lowerson – Aussie expatriate, you can learn about color and texture in many Vietnamese dishes on their Hanoi Street Food tour. They were one of the Tops 20 best food tours around the world listed by the well-known newspaper The Guardian – England. Stroll through some bustling markets like Thanh Ha and Dong Xuan bazaar to sample local treats such as Bun dau and Pho Tiu. Having French-influenced cake in Hang Than Street before ending the tour at a notable and popular coffee shop of Hanoi. This all in one packet only costs you 3 hours.<\/p>\n