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Hanoi with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Hanoi and the north are full of adventure for children, from water puppets to kayaking among the karsts. Here is how to spend an unforgettable family trip — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Water-puppet show
  2. 2Ha Long Bay kayaking
  3. 3Ninh Binh sampan ride
  4. 4Old Quarter cyclo & ice cream

In the city: puppets and cyclos

The water-puppet show is a guaranteed hit with kids, and a cyclo ride through the Old Quarter to Hoan Kiem Lake (with an ice-cream stop) is an easy, fun way to see the centre.

On the water: Ha Long and Ninh Binh

A Ha Long Bay cruise with kayaking and swimming, or a gentle sampan boat ride through the caves and paddies of Ninh Binh, are calm, scenic days the whole family enjoys.

Hands-on: a cooking class

Roll spring rolls together in a family cooking class — a tasty, interactive activity for a rainy afternoon.

Hanoi with kids — FAQ

Is Hanoi good for kids?
Yes — water puppets, cyclo rides, kayaking in Ha Long Bay and sampan trips in Ninh Binh make Hanoi and the north a fun, varied family destination.
What are the best things to do in Hanoi with children?
Top family picks are the water-puppet show, a Ha Long Bay cruise with kayaking, a Ninh Binh sampan ride and a hands-on cooking class.
Are Ha Long Bay cruises suitable for young kids?
Many cruises welcome families and have swimming and kayaking; check the operator’s minimum age and life-jacket provision when booking.