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HANOI NIGHTLIFE: 5 UNMISSABLE NIGHT-OUT PLACES 1

Driven by a youthful population – Hanoi nightlife is a part of this city we sure that you do not want to miss. Travelers could expect reserve sides of Hanoi, which is both mind-exploring and peaceful. Here comes the lists of what you should spend time for in a night of Hanoi:

Get cultured in Manzi Art Gallery

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Photo by Manzi

Early evening is also the best time to dive into Hanoi’s vibrant contemporary arts scene. Situated in a beautiful restored French villa on one of Hanoi’s most tranquil streets, Manzi also happens to be a great spot to enjoy a glass of wine among space of diverse exhibitions of painting, sculpture and photography. You can also expect live poetry, and interesting talks of controversial issues at Vietnamese society today in Manzi too. It’s advised that if you are into visual arts and want to learn about the contemporary art in Vietnam, the must-visit destination is Manzi art café, which is a place you should spend time for a cozy Hanoi nightlife.

Location: 14 Phan Huy Ich, Ba Dinh, Hanoi, Vietnam

A special Hanoi nightlife walking around historical destinations

As it sundowns, the city’s most historic places feel as if they’re pulsing with the new life. Hoan Kiem Lake — the spiritual centerpiece located in the heart of Hanoi — attracts locals of all ages coming to in search for a breath of fresh air and unlimited activities — from walking to street dancing, jogging, aerobics, tai chi. After a lakeside wander, you can head forward the east of Hoan Kiem to the Hanoi Opera House, which hosts regular performances by Vietnam’s National Symphony Orchestra. They are on the top places you should spend time for when in Hanoi.

Location: Hanoi Opera House, 1 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam

Hanoi local draft beer – an uncontroversial speciality

The Old Quarter is an ideal place for you to enjoy Hanoi nightlife: drink traditional draft beer. Bia hoi (draft beer) is at the heart of Hanoi street culture. It only costs under 1$ for a nighttime with popping peanuts and drinking beers on little plastic chairs here at night with the locals. In the evening, young travelers gravitate to what’s known as Bia Hoi Corner – a must-visit destination, to trade travel stories over cheap eats and beer as a way of experiencing the traditional Hanoi.

Location: Bia Hoi Corner, intersection of Luong Ngoc Quyen, Ta Hien and Dinh Liet Streets, Old Quarter, Hanoi, Vietnam. The area closes at 2 a.m.

Read more: 8 unmissable things to do in Hanoi

Enjoy a performing show

If you are a traditional culture lover, then remember to enjoy a fulfill Hanoi nightlife by a full show of performing water puppet at Thang Long Water Puppet Theater. Based on a tradition that traces its roots back to the 11th century, the short, nightly shows relate classic Vietnamese folk tales and legends. And if you are impressed by a chaotic night with live music and colorful lights, a performing show is dedicated for you. Around town, some notable venues for live music include The Doors Cafe, Rafiki’s, Binh Minh Jazz Club and Hanoi Social Club.

Location: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater, 57B Dinh Tien Hoang St, Hoan Kiem, Ha Noi

Hanoi Rock City, 27/52 To Ngoc Van, Tay Ho, Hanoi, Vietnam

Take a nightcap in jazz music space

An unfussy nightcap, say a single malt or a glass of wine, is easy enough to find at one of the city’s stalwart drinking institutions. It’s feeling chill when you let your mind flow in the harmony of jazz and blue, enjoy your own Hanoi nightlife, coming back near midnight and take a peaceful sleep until morning. Visit It’s also an unmissable thing to do in Hanoi that every traveler should try once.

Location:

  • Nê Cocktail Bar, 3B Tong Duy Tan, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam; +84 90 488 6266. Open from 7:30 p.m. to 3 a.m.
  • Tadioto, 24B Tong Dan, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi, Vietnam; +84 24 6680 9124. Closes at midnight.

Backpackers Vietnam 

Date: Jun 15th, 2019

 

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