Comprehensive Travel Guide in Hanoi

Flights to Hanoi (Noi Bai International Airport - HAN)

International Flights: Major airlines like Vietnam Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, Qatar Airways, and Cathay Pacific operate flights to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).

Domestic Flights: From Ho Chi Minh City (SGN), Da Nang (DAD), and other Vietnamese cities, airlines like Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, and Bamboo Airways provide frequent flights.

Visa Requirements for Exhibitors

Visa-Exempt Countries:

• ASEAN countries: Up to 30 days (Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, etc.)

• South Korea, Japan, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Russia: Up to 45 days

For the latest visa policies, visit:

Vietnam Immigration Website: https://immigration.gov.vn

From Noi Bai International Airport to Hanoi (30-45 min)

• Taxi (Recommended): Reliable companies: Mai Linh, G7, Vinasun
• Ride-Hailing Apps: Grab, Be, Gojek (cheaper, easy to use).
• Public Bus: Bus 86 (Airport → City Center).

Traveling Within Hanoi

• Taxi/Ride-Hailing Apps: Grab, Be, Xanh SM for short distances.
• Motorbike Rental
• Public Bus: Cheap but less convenient for foreigners.
• Walking: If staying in the Old Quarter, many attractions are within walking distance.

Staying close to I.C.E. Hanoi (91 Tran Hung Dao St.) will save time and travel costs. Here are some recommended hotels:

• HÔTEL du PARC HANOÏ 
• Melia Hanoi Vietnam
• Anatole Hotel Hanoi
• Silk Path Hotel
• Grand Mercure Hano
• Pullman Hanoi Hotel

Hanoi is a paradise for Vietnamese cuisine lovers. Here are must-try dishes:

Local Street Food

• Pho (Vietnamese Noodle Soup) – Pho 10 Ly Quoc Su (Best pho in town).
• Bun Cha (Grilled Pork Noodles) – Bun Cha Huong Lien (famous after Obama’s visit).
• Banh Mi (Vietnamese Sandwich) – Banh Mi 25 (Top-rated).
• Egg Coffee – Cafe Giang (The original egg coffee).
• Cha Ca (Grilled Fish with Turmeric & Dill) – Cha Ca La Vong.

Fine Dining & Business Meals

• The Hanoi Social Club – Fusion Vietnamese-Western dishes.
• La Verticale – French-Vietnamese fusion, elegant ambiance.
• Essence Restaurant – Top-rated Vietnamese food in Old Quarter.

Exhibitors can explore Hanoi’s cultural & historical attractions before or after the exhibition.

Top Attractions

• Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple – Central landmark, scenic walks.
• Old Quarter – Bustling streets, local markets, shopping.
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & One Pillar Pagoda – Historical must-visit.
• Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university, cultural site.
• West Lake (Tay Ho) – Peaceful lake with cafes & pagodas.

Short Day Trips (If You Have Extra Time)

• Ha Long Bay (2-3 hours away) – Stunning UNESCO site, cruises available.
• Ninh Binh (Trang An, Bai Dinh) – Beautiful landscapes, boat tours.
• Perfume Pagoda – Sacred Buddhist site, boat trip & hike.

✔ Book flights & hotels early, as events draw large crowds.

✔ Carry cash & a credit card, as not all places accept cards.

✔ Use Grab for transport – safer & cheaper than random taxis.