Attractive entertainment spots in the capital during the April 30th and May 1st holidays.

Visit museums and historical sites.

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Southern Vietnam and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025), many revolutionary historical sites and museums in Hanoi are organizing special exhibitions featuring vivid, rich, and engaging documents, artifacts, and images. Among them, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel is holding an exhibition themed "The Path to Unification" and offering free water puppet shows for visitors starting from April 29th. Hanoi's Old Quarter is hosting a series of unique cultural activities until the end of May 2025. The Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam Cultural and Scientific Activities Center is holding an exhibition titled "Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam: A Journey from Heritage to Creative Space" until May 20th, while the Hoa Lo Prison historical site is exhibiting a thematic exhibition titled "Song of Peace " until the end of May 2025.

In addition, the Ho Chi Minh Museum, the National History Museum, the Vietnam Military History Museum, the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, etc., are also attractive destinations.

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West Lake Water Park offers many exciting experiences. (Photo: West Lake Park)

For those who love outdoor activities and desire flexible experiences, Hanoi offers many attractive destinations for visitors to enjoy and explore .

At Thien Duong Bao Son Park, the Cowboy Town Festival 2025 will be held from April 30th to May 4th; the Vietnam Ethnic Culture and Tourism Village will host the "Colorful Cultures of Vietnamese Ethnic Groups" event, offering cultural experiences from ethnic groups ranging from the high mountains of the North to the South Central coastal region…

In addition, in the pedestrian area around Hoan Kiem Lake and its vicinity, visitors can stroll, visit historical sites, immerse themselves in cultural events, folk art performances, vibrant night markets, and enjoy the culinary delights of the Old Quarter.

Notably, in the Hoan Kiem Lake area, Nhan Dan Newspaper continues to organize an interactive exhibition commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification (April 30, 1975 - April 30, 2025). The exhibition integrates many modern technologies, offering many new experiences and attracting a large number of visitors, especially young people.

For those who enjoy water activities, West Lake Water Park or Hanoi Beach Park (Tuan Chau Hanoi Eco-tourism Area, Da Phuc village, Sai Son commune, Quoc Oai district) are attractive destinations offering many experiences from morning to night.

At Hanoi Beach Park, visitors can experience a water park with many adventurous water games; a saltwater beach with wave-generating technology and an artificial sandy shore. In the evening, visitors can watch the live performance "The Quintessence of Northern Vietnam".

During holidays, if visitors are hesitant to experience outdoor activities, they can choose cafes and large shopping malls in Hanoi such as Aeon Mall, Vincom, Lotte, Trang Tien Plaza, etc., to meet friends, go shopping, watch movies, and enjoy the local cuisine.

A variety of experiential activities in the suburbs.

For tourists who want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and reconnect with nature without having to travel far, resorts and recreational areas on the outskirts of Hanoi are an ideal choice.

Here, visitors can participate in unique experiences such as: the "Vietnamese Spirit" program at Lang Mo Retreat resort; and the unique "Discover the Identity of Ba Vi" tour program, featuring activities introducing Muong culture and Dao people's herbal health treatments.

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Experience pottery-making at the Center for the Quintessence of Vietnamese Traditional Crafts.

Visitors can also choose to visit Bat Trang pottery village (Gia Lam district), experiencing various pottery-making activities at local families' homes or at the Center for Vietnamese Traditional Craft Village Excellence (Bat Trang Pottery Museum).

With its majestic natural landscapes, Ba Vi National Park is a unique destination for those who love exploration and nature. Here, visitors can participate in exciting activities such as mountain climbing, camping, and sightseeing.

In addition, ancient destinations such as Duong Lam ancient village, Tay Phuong pagoda, and Thuy pagoda have also become ideal and attractive stops for tourists during this holiday.

According to forecasts, tourist attractions and historical and revolutionary sites in the capital will be crowded during the holiday. Therefore, to ensure safety, well-being, and enjoyment, the Hanoi Department of Tourism has proactively inspected and upgraded facilities, ensured security and safety, and improved the quality of services for tourists; complying with regulations on fire prevention and control, and ensuring food safety and hygiene.

Simultaneously, measures should be taken to protect the tourism environment, collect and process waste and refuse in accordance with regulations; and strictly enforce regulations on registration and selling at the listed price for products and services catering to entertainment, shopping, sightseeing, experiences, and culinary needs.

The Hanoi Department of Tourism expects that, with many vibrant activities and events during the holiday period, the capital's tourism industry will best meet the needs of people and tourists for sightseeing, entertainment, and relaxation.

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