Trúc Bạch Lake, Hanoi

Name: Trúc Bạch Lake
Address: Thanh Niên, Hanoi, Vietnam

#29 among attractions in Hanoi

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Trúc Bạch Lake is one of the many lakes in the city of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is known outside Vietnam as the site where future United States politician John McCain landed during the Vietnam War after being shot down. ()

Local name: Hồ Trúc Bạch Area: 22.24 acres (0.0347 mi²)Length: 1312 ftWidth: 984 ftElevation: 26 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 21°2'46"N, 105°50'20"E

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Day trips

Trúc Bạch Lake – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Presidential Palace, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Vietnam Military History Museum, Đồng Xuân Market.

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French Colonial mansion from the 1900s
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Final resting place for Ho Chi Minh
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hanoi
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Museum of national military history
Vietnam Military History Museum, Hanoi
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Reconstructed ancient Buddhist temple
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11th-century temple with a large statue
Đền Quán Thánh, Hanoi
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Historic square with Ho Chi Minh's tomb
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Exhibits related to Ho Chi Minh
Ho Chi Minh Museum, Hanoi
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21°3'21"N • 105°50'28"E
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Trúc Bạch Lake?

Nearby attractions include West Lake, Hanoi (4 min walk), Chùa Trấn Quốc, Hanoi (5 min walk), Đền Quán Thánh, Hanoi (7 min walk), Hanoi Ceramic Mosaic Mural, Hanoi (9 min walk).

How to get to Trúc Bạch Lake by public transport?

The nearest stations to Trúc Bạch Lake:

Bus

Chùa Trấn Quốc • Lines: 50, E05 (4 min walk)
Hồ Trúc Bạch - Đối diện 28C Thanh Niên • Lines: 50, E05 (5 min walk)

Train

Long Biên station (22 min walk)