Each season in Hà Nội has its own unique beauty. However, perhaps autumn is the time that makes people's hearts captivate and sob the most. If you come to Hà Nội in September and October, you will be amazed by the breathtaking beauty of Hà Nội autumn sky. The golden sunlight of autumn is radiant without the intense heat, suitable for travelers to explore the streets all day without getting tired. This is a perfect time to indulge in the typical delicacies that are only made in Hà Nội's autumn such as young sticky rice (cốm), steamed green sticky rice (xôi cốm), ripe dracontomelon (sấu chín)... That is a remarkable reason why CNN has honoured Việt Nam's capital as one of the 12 top fall destinations in the world.
Choosing accommodation to fully enjoy Hà Nội autumn and experience the true essence of Hà Nội, travellers can find hotels right in the city centre. Capella Hanoi on Lê Phụng Hiểu Street is the most luxurious and prestigious choice. This is the only hotel in the city that has 3 restaurants honoured by Michelin Guide, among which Koki restaurant has achieved 1 Michelin star for two consecutive years. Moreover, thanks to its central location in the city, just a few steps away from Tràng Tiền street and the Hanoi Opera House, visitors can easily walk around and experience the street vendors bringing Hà Nội's autumn vibe, such as those selling heather chrysanthemum or daisy. Or by taking a walk through the Old Quarter, where you will encounter French colonial buildings, serene lakes, and bustling markets. All of them create a unique autumn scene that can only be found in Hà Nội.
Hà Nội is not only an interesting destination but also a gateway leading to many other beautiful places. Each place brings different experiences for travellers to explore the beauty of autumn in Northern Việt Nam.
Hạ Long Bay - A masterpiece of nature
Located about a 1,5 hours drive from Hà Nội, Hạ Long Bay is an unmissable destination when travelling to Northern Việt Nam. Being recognised as a World Natural Heritage by UNESCO, the masterpiece of nature Hạ Long Bay not only owns thousands of rock islands and majestic caverns, but it also preserves precious cultural and historical values.
The seasonal change from summer to autumn is the ideal time to visit the bay, when the cool weather and fresh air make it more comfortable to travel. Travellers can choose to go on a cruise to admire the beauty of the bay, visit famous destinations such as the Sửng Sốt Cave, Thiên Cung Grotto (Heavenly Palace), Fighting Cocks Islet, and Titop Beach. Another option to contemplate Hạ Long Bay is the unforgettable experience on the Queen Cable Car at Sun World Hạ Long, bringing a panoramic view of the UNESCO Heritage Bay from the above to Ba Đèo Hill. Right here, you can experience the thrilling feeling of the Alpine Coaster to once again admire the bay differently, or explore the Buddhist culture at Bảo Hải Linh Thông pagoda, full of tranquility.
When coming to Hạ Long, an ideal option for accommodation should be Oakwood Hạ Long nestled in Bãi Cháy beach, where you can easily approach the beach with the smooth white sand and take a sightseeing of the stunning scenery of Hạ Long Bay. The most beautiful bay view area can be seen from the restaurant and swimming pool on the second floor of the resort, promising you stunning one-of-a-kind check-in photos.
Autumn is also an ideal time for hot spring bathing. Travellers can visit Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh, the most authentic Japanese onsen resort in Việt Nam, located about a 15-minute drive far from Hạ Long. The hot mineral water source here not only helps relax but also has many health benefits, with the content of Bromine that is evaluated higher than the onsens in Japan. Immersing yourself in warm water amidst the serene natural surroundings would be a wonderful experience, helping you recharge your energy after a long journey of exploring the fascinating Hạ Long Bay.