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Opening days in Hanoi: what's closed on Monday and what's open every day
Showing up at a closed door is the classic trip-ruiner. Of the 10 top attractions in Hanoi with known opening hours, 2 close on Monday. Pick a day to see what's open and what's closed.
Pick a day
Monday in Hanoi
2 closed · 8 open
Closed on Monday
Open on Monday
- Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Hoàn Kiếm) & Ngọc Sơn Temple7:00–19:00
- Hanoi Old QuarterOpen 24 hoursOpen late
- Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám)8:00–17:00
- One Pillar Pagoda (Chùa Một Cột)7:00–18:00
- Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long (Thăng Long Imperial Citadel)8:00–17:00
- Hanoi Opera House (Nhà Hát Lớn Hà Nội)7:00–17:00
- Trấn Quốc Pagoda (Chùa Trấn Quốc) - West Lake7:30–11:00, 13:30–17:00
- Hoa Lo Prison Museum (Nhà tù Hỏa Lò)8:00–17:00
Closed-day plan B
Walking tours and day trips run every day of the week, museums or not. The easiest way to fill a day when the big sights are shut.
Opening days at a glance
Local time, 24-hour clock. Tap a sight for details and tickets.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Hoàn Kiếm) & Ngọc Sơn Temple | 7–19 | 7–19 | 7–19 | 7–19 | 7–22 | 7–22 | 7–22 |
| Hanoi Old Quarter | 24h | 24h | 24h | 24h | 24h | 24h | 24h |
| Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám) | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 |
| Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum | ✕ | 7:30–11:30 | 7:30–11:30 | 7:30–11:30 | ✕ | 7:30–11:30 | 7:30–11:30 |
| One Pillar Pagoda (Chùa Một Cột) | 7–18 | 7–18 | 7–18 | 7–18 | 7–18 | 7–18 | 7–18 |
| Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long (Thăng Long Imperial Citadel) | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 |
| Hanoi Opera House (Nhà Hát Lớn Hà Nội) | 7–17 | 7–17 | 7–17 | 7–17 | 7–17 | 7–17 | 7–17 |
| Trấn Quốc Pagoda (Chùa Trấn Quốc) - West Lake | 7:30–1113:30–17 | 7:30–1113:30–17 | 7:30–1113:30–17 | 7:30–1113:30–17 | 7:30–1113:30–17 | 7:30–1113:30–17 | 7:30–1113:30–17 |
| Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (Bảo tàng Dân tộc học Việt Nam) | ✕ | 8:30–17:30 | 8:30–17:30 | 8:30–17:30 | 8:30–17:30 | 8:30–17:30 | 8:30–17:30 |
| Hoa Lo Prison Museum (Nhà tù Hỏa Lò) | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 | 8–17 |
Open late in Hanoi
Sights still open after 20:00 — good for warm evenings and busy days.
- Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Hoàn Kiếm) & Ngọc Sơn TempleOpen late until 22:00 on Fri, Sat and Sun
- Hanoi Old QuarterOpen late until 24:00 on every day
Frequently asked questions
Are museums and attractions in Hanoi closed on Monday?
Some are. 2 of the 10 top sights in Hanoi with known hours close on Monday: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (Bảo tàng Dân tộc học Việt Nam). The other 8 are open.
What is open on Sunday in Hanoi?
On Sunday, 10 of the 10 top sights in Hanoi are open: Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Hoàn Kiếm) & Ngọc Sơn Temple, Hanoi Old Quarter, Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda (Chùa Một Cột), Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long (Thăng Long Imperial Citadel), Hanoi Opera House (Nhà Hát Lớn Hà Nội), Trấn Quốc Pagoda (Chùa Trấn Quốc) - West Lake and 2 more.
Which attractions in Hanoi are open every day?
8 top sights in Hanoi are open all seven days: Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Hoàn Kiếm) & Ngọc Sơn Temple, Hanoi Old Quarter, Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu – Quốc Tử Giám), One Pillar Pagoda (Chùa Một Cột), Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long (Thăng Long Imperial Citadel), Hanoi Opera House (Nhà Hát Lớn Hà Nội), Trấn Quốc Pagoda (Chùa Trấn Quốc) - West Lake, Hoa Lo Prison Museum (Nhà tù Hỏa Lò).
Which sights in Hanoi are open late?
Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Hoàn Kiếm) & Ngọc Sơn Temple, Hanoi Old Quarter stay open until 20:00 or later on some days.
Opening days from Google Maps (checked 2026-02-19). Public holidays, strikes and seasonal hours can differ — check the official website before you go. Times are local (Asia/Bangkok).
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