Finding the most unusual things to do in hanoi right now

If you're hunting for unusual things to do in hanoi, you've probably already ticked off the big ones like Hoan Kiem Lake or the Temple of Literature. Those are great, don't get me wrong, but Hanoi has this gritty, beautiful, and completely bizarre side that most people miss because they stick to the main tourist loops. ...

May 10, 2026 · 7 min · Dionne Vanderhoop