Top Hanoi Observation Decks

Discover the secrets of traditional Vietnamese pottery without a time-consuming trip to one of the country’s rural ceramics villages. In this half-day pottery class, learn how to make all sorts of clay creations from a master artisan direct from Bat Trang, one of the country’s oldest ceramics villages. Get personalized guidance and answers to all your questions in this private session – no fighting to be heard from the back of the class.

Enjoy a hassle-free experience for the Thang Long Water Puppet show by booking your admission ticket in advance. Watch this live performance of this traditional Vietnamese art form in a show that lasts about one hour. Choose from several showtimes to suit your schedule. Simply arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime, then enjoy a water puppet show that depicts legends and traditional life.

Discover the cuisine of northern Vietnam on a food tour of Hanoi. Hop on the back of a vintage motorbike and zoom through the streets of the city in search of delicious dishes. Choose from a morning, afternoon, or evening departure and enjoy tastings of delectable street foods as well as a complimentary drink over the course of a few hours.

Discover Hanoi from above at the Lotte Observation Deck, located on the 65th floor of the Lotte Center. With its floor-to-ceiling glass windows and a 360-degree panoramic view, the deck offers breathtaking sights of Hanoi’s vibrant cityscape — where historic landmarks meet modern architecture. One of the main highlights is the Sky Walk, a transparent glass platform that lets you experience the thrill of walking high above the city — an ideal spot for unforgettable photos. Whether you visit during the day to catch the city's energy or at sunset to watch the skyline light up, this is a view you won’t want to miss.