Thanh Tri rolled cake, Cha Ca La Vong, and Bat Trang village feast have been recognized as national intangible cultural heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.

While Hanoi anticipates high demand, bookings for other destinations remain low, averaging 30% occupancy, despite a sharp increase in airfares.

Hanoi, Da Nang, and Da Lat lead domestic searches for the 2/9 holiday, while Bangkok, Singapore, and Seoul top the international list.

Beyond traditional Hanoi tours, visitors can experience activities like kayaking, egg coffee making, food tours, and jeep rides.

A National Geographic Travel writer suggests Hanoi for culture, history, and pho lovers, while Ho Chi Minh City offers vibrant street life.

Many South Koreans are calling for swift action against a tourist from their country who assaulted a Vietnamese woman at a Hanoi photo booth, with some calling the incident a "national embarrassment."

Ho Chi Minh City earned the highest tourism revenue and welcomed the most visitors in Vietnam during the first six months of 2025, with nearly 118,000 billion VND and 22 million visitors.