Hanoi anchors northern Vietnam, combining a thousand-year imperial history with a famously specific food culture. HANOI Read the full Hanoi destination guide for an overview, the history guide for the full backstory, the what-to-wear guide for practical packing advice, the itinerary for a day-by-day plan, and the best-time-to-visit guide for seasonal timing and festivals. Additional destinations in this region will be added to this guide as they are built out.