The Thu Le Zoo is bustling with visitors.
Crowds at Tourist Attractions
Hanoi attracts many visitors, whether they come for entertainment or shopping, thanks to its historical sites, museums, parks, cultural spaces, and shopping centers. Among the most famous attractions are Hoan Kiem Lake, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the Temple of Literature, the Bat Trang pottery village, and department stores like Lotte and Vincom, which remain popular places for both locals and tourists.
The policy of free entry to many museums and historical sites has been positively received by the public.
The Temple of Literature, a national monument and symbol of Vietnamese culture and intellect for centuries, is a must-visit during a trip to Hanoi. Not only during vacations, but also during exam periods, the monument becomes a gathering place for students who come to pray for success in their exams.
Phan Tuan Minh patiently waited over 40 minutes in line to receive a calligraphed inscription.
Phan Tuan Minh, a senior student at Ngo Thi Nham High School, spent over 40 minutes waiting to receive a calligraphed inscription. He chose the inscription “Success,” hoping it would bring him luck and confidence to pass his upcoming university entrance exam and enter his dream institution. Despite the long wait in the early summer heat, Minh remained smiling, noting the calm and respect of the public at this historical site.
The Temple of Literature – National University attracts numerous tourists.
The free entry to the Temple of Literature at the National University and many other museums and historical sites in Hanoi has been well received by the public. Not only does it ease access to heritage for all, but it also helps foster a sense of national pride in everyone.
Long lines of people wait to have their names calligraphed at the Temple of Literature – National University.
Located in the heart of the city, the Thu Le Zoo has long been a popular destination for tourists visiting the capital. With its large space and centuries-old trees providing welcome shade, it offers a peaceful atmosphere away from the urban bustle.
Early on the first day of the holidays, long queues formed at the entrances and ticket booths of Thu Le Zoo. Inside the enclosures, a crowd of adults and children gathered to observe the animals. The playgrounds were also packed with children.
Early on the first day of the holidays, long lines of visitors had already formed at the entrances and ticket booths of the Thu Le Zoo.
Despite the surge in visitors compared to usual, the management and coordination at the zoo remained optimal. Authorities, in collaboration with staff, ensured that visitors queued in an orderly manner, thus avoiding any crowding and disruption of public order.
Mrs. Dinh Thu Trang, a 38-year-old tourist from Ninh Binh province, took her young children to visit Thu Le Zoo during the long holidays. Despite the long wait for tickets and entry, Mrs. Trang was delighted to see the politeness and patience of visitors, who scrupulously followed the rules. Coming from afar, the exemplary behavior of the people and the warm welcome of the staff deeply impressed her, reflecting the progress made in the tourism sector in Ninh Binh in recent years.
Shopping malls attract a large number of visitors during the holidays from April 30 to May 1.
Purchasing power in shopping malls has significantly increased.
Modern shopping malls have also become a major attraction during year-end holidays. At Lotte West Lake shopping center (Tay Ho district), residents and tourists flocked in. Thanks to air conditioning and a variety of services, ranging from shops to cinemas and dining areas, shopping malls have become a preferred choice for travelers seeking convenience.
Tourists patiently waited for hours in line.
Long lines formed to use the service.
In the following days, during the April 30 and May 1 holidays, the number of visitors is expected to continue increasing.
Restaurants are brimming with customers…
