Tripadvisor, the world’s famous travel review platform, announced the Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations (The best destinations voted by users) in 2023. Hanoi ranked 17th in the list of the most popular cities for travelers, along with two other Southeast Asian destinations: Bali (Indonesia) - ranked second and Phuket (Thailand) - ranked 16th. Bangkok ranked 22nd in the list.
Tripadvisor unveils Hanoi as a city that beautifully blends antiquity and charm. The cityscape is adorned with numerous well-preserved historical edifices, harmoniously coexisting with the vibrancy of a burgeoning modern society. Noteworthy landmarks such as the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hoa Lo Prison, and an array of lakes, parks, temples, and pagodas contribute to the city’s magnetic appeal. The city’s exploration is made effortless for visitors, thanks to the convenience of public transportation services.
Hanoi Ranks Among the Top 20 Most Popular Cities
Hanoi is also mentioned in the category “Best Culinary Destinations” with the position of number 3. The popular culinary destinations in Hanoi with Tripadvisor users include Huong Lien bun cha, Giang coffee, Thang Long fried fish, Ly Quoc Su pho. In the category “Trending Destinations”, Vietnam contributes two names: Hoi An (Quang Nam) - ranked second and Ho Chi Minh City - ranked 11th. Hoi An is described by this travel platform as a stopover for backpackers. When coming here, visitors should experience tailor-made clothes from professional tailors in the old town.
Iconic Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi
The results are based on the number of opinions, reviews from the user community in a year. Among the 8 million profiles appearing on Tripadvisor, less than 1% are awarded the Best of The Best, showing the excellence in the field of tourism.
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