Things to do in Hanoi

What to expect in Hanoi

This Things to Do collection is led by Tours, Events & shows, Zoos & aquariums, Massages and Cultural experiences, giving you options from quick tickets to deeper cultural activities that suit families, couples and solo explorers. The spread means you can patch together cheaper experiences like shows with more premium cultural offerings to match your pace and budget. Demand peaks in April and dips in July, so experiences tend to be busiest in April and quietest in July, which affects availability for popular time slots.

Choosing which activities to book

A key decision is whether you want broad choice or a simple, affordable option — Tours offer the widest range, with entry-level at PHP 297 and upper-end around PHP 1,606, so they suit travellers who like many options. Events & shows have the most affordable typical price at PHP 416, and their narrower range means shopping around gains little if you want a low-cost fill-in.

If you value consistency and curated experiences, Massages and Zoos & aquariums sit in a mid-range where what you get for the price can vary; Zoos & aquariums have a typical price of PHP 595 and Massages a typical of PHP 1,189, so these categories work well when you want a predictable experience rather than hunting bargains. Cultural experiences are the premium choice with a typical price of PHP 1,606, ideal for travellers prioritising depth over cost.

When travellers from the Philippines typically book

Most travellers book about 3 days ahead, while the earliest planners book around 14 days out. That means many bookings happen at short notice, but allow extra lead time during April when demand peaks.

How prices compare across activity types

The table below compares the city's top activity categories on typical price and their usual range to help you set a budget before choosing.

Typical price is the median paid on Klook; the usual range covers the middle half of bookings, so cheaper and pricier options exist outside it; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, August 2025 – July 2026.