Are you planning a weekend outing with your family but the usual parks and malls have become too boring for you? Here are some suggestions for new and exciting places to visit and check-in in Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. Take a look!
1 Mega Grand World Hanoi
Mega Grand World Hanoi
Quality rating: 4.6/5 (Rated by Google)
Address: Xa Nghia Tru, Van Giang district, Hung Yen province
Price: Free
Opening hours: 09:00 – 00:00 (Busy hours at 15:00)
Phone number: 0947556886
Website: Mega Grand World Hanoi
Facebook: Mega Grand World Hanoi
Advantages: Many photo-worthy spots, free admission
Disadvantages: Far from the center of Hanoi
This place is like a complete version of the “European street” that amazed many families when they visited Phu Quoc
Mega Grand World Hanoi is a world-class commercial, service, and entertainment complex located in Van Giang district, Hung Yen province. The project covers an area of 18.7 hectares and is divided into 2 zones: The Venice and K-Town.
Although the official opening is not until the end of December, Mega Grand World has almost completed the construction and opened its doors for visitors to freely explore. In the evening, visitors have the opportunity to preview the rehearsal of the live performance combining scenery, sound, and light on the river.
This place is like a complete version of the “European street” that amazed many families when they visited Phu Quoc. At Mega Grand World, visitors can experience exciting activities such as boat rides on the river, checking-in with the clock tower model, enjoying street food, and exploring colorful houses.
During the day, Mega Grand World offers a modern and vibrant atmosphere. When the lights come on, it becomes luxurious and impressive.
To get to Mega Grand World, visitors can choose to take the bus or use their personal vehicles.
Check-in at Mega Grand World Hanoi
2 Carnaby Pedestrian Street
Carnaby Pedestrian Street
Quality rating: 4.3/5 (Rated by Google)
Address: 214 Nguyen Xien, Thanh Xuan district, Hanoi
Price: Free
Opening hours: 08:00 – 22:00, open all day on Saturdays and Sundays (Busy hours at 20:00)
Phone number: 0876781878
Facebook: Not available
Advantages: Located in the city center, many photo spots, pleasant walking area, surrounded by various food establishments
Disadvantages: Not very large
Located in the heart of the city, Carnaby is inspired by British design
Carnaby Pedestrian Street was opened in September 2023, but until now, the street has been almost completed. Located right in the center of the city, Carnaby is inspired by the designs from the UK with giant models, telephone booths, and vibrant outdoor food stalls. The highlight of this street is the 7.6m tall Rabbit statue, which is an unmissable check-in spot.
Currently, the establishments around here have started to decorate for Christmas. When the street lights up, Carnaby turns into a fairy-tale-like Christmas village. Here, you should wear winter outfits like coats, jackets, and high boots for the best photos.
Check-in at Carnaby Pedestrian Street
3 Van Phuc Silk Village
Van Phuc Silk Village
Quality rating: 4.4/5 (Rated by Google)
Address: 69 Van Phuc, Van Phuc ward, Ha Dong district, Hanoi
Price: Around 3,500,000 VND for a group of 5 or more
Opening hours: Open all day
Phone number: Updating
Website: Van Phuc Silk Village
Facebook: Updating
Advantages: Many services to experience, realistic activities, many photo spots
Disadvantages: High prices at some shops, no displayed prices
Van Phuc Silk Village may not be a new destination, but not every family thinks of it for a weekend getaway
Van Phuc Silk Village may not be a new destination, but not every family thinks of it for a weekend getaway. In recent years, experience activities in the silk village have been promoted, attracting many tourists, especially families with children.
Here, visitors can join guided tours to learn about the traditional silk craft. During the tour, visitors will enjoy hands-on experiences of the silk-making process, from unwinding cocoons to spinning silk threads and weaving silk fabric. A basic tour costs about 3.5 million VND for a group of 5 or more people.
If you don’t have time to join a tour, you can still freely explore the silk village. Visitors can visit the silk market and admire various silk fabrics with beautiful colors and patterns, visit traditional silk workshops to see artisans practicing their craft and operating machines, or sit and watch craftsmen pressing silk patterns.
Experiencing the traditional silk village is a great way for visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the silk-making process and appreciate the traditional cultural values of Vietnam. It is also a educational activity that helps children develop an appreciation for and learn about the traditional cultural values of their country.
You can join guided tours to learn about the traditional silk craft at Van Phuc Silk Village.
Above are some interesting places where you can have an enjoyable time with your family at the end of this year. Don’t stick to the usual parks or malls, try visiting these places!
