Đống Đa District, Hanoi

Name: Đống Đa District
Address: Hanoi, Vietnam

#36 among attractions in Hanoi

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Đống Đa is one of the four original urban districts of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. It is bordered by Ba Đình to the north, Hoàn Kiếm to the northeast, Hai Bà Trưng to the east, Thanh Xuân to the south, and Cầu Giấy to the west. The district currently has 21 wards, covering a total area of 9.95 square kilometers. It is the most populous district in Hanoi. As of 2017, there were 420900 people residing in the district, the population density is 42302 inhabitants per square kilometer, 18 times higher than the overall density of Hanoi. Dong Da district is home to various enterprises and many of Vietnam's most prestigious universities such as Hanoi Medical University, Foreign Trade University, University of Transport and Communications, Thuyloi University. ()

Alternative names: Area: 9.96 km²Coordinates: 21°0'47"N, 105°49'38"E

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Đống Đa District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Temple of Literature, Vietnam People's Air Force Museum, Thiền Quang Lake, Fine Arts Museum.

2 kmNE
Temple
Temple of Literature, Hanoi
32 min walk • The Temple of Literature, a serene sanctuary set in the bustling city of Hanoi, Vietnam, stands as a testament to the nation's scholarly heritage and Confucian tradition. Established in 1070 by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong, this ancient complex is dedicated to Confucius...
1.5 kmS
Museum, History museum, Military museum
Vietnam People's Air Force Museum, Hanoi
24 min walk • The Vietnam People's Air Force Museum, situated in the bustling city of Hanoi, serves as a proud testament to the nation's aerial combat history and achievements. This comprehensive museum is a must-visit for aviation enthusiasts and history buffs alike, offering an...
2 kmE
Natural attraction, Nature, Lake
Thiền Quang Lake, Hanoi
33 min walk • Halais Lake is a lake in Hanoi, Vietnam, located next to Nguyễn Du Street, which used to be named "Rue Halais" under the French, hence the name "Halais". According to Vietnamese sources, it should be spelled "Halais Lake", the French name for the lake called "Hồ Thiền Quang" in Vietnamese.
2.2 kmNE
Museum, Art museum
Fine Arts Museum, Hanoi
36 min walk • The Vietnam National Museum of Fine Arts is located in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is a museum showcasing Vietnam's fine arts from a range of historical periods. It is the country's primary art museum, the second being the smaller Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts.
1.3 kmW
Temple
Láng Pagoda, Hanoi
22 min walk • Láng Pagoda is a Buddhist temple in Láng village, Đống Đa District, Hanoi, Vietnam. It is known in French as Pagode des Dames. It worships Buddhist monk Từ Đạo Hạnh and was built by king Lý Anh Tông.
2.1 kmNE
Square
Labour Square, Hanoi
33 min walk • Labour Square or 1-5 Square is a town square located in Hoan Kiem district, Hanoi, Vietnam. The square is formed by the intersection between Quan Su and Tran Hung Dao streets and the front ground of the Ha Noi Friendship Cultural Palace.
2.3 kmNE
Temple
Quán Sứ Pagoda, Hanoi
36 min walk • Quán Sứ Pagoda or Ambassadors' Pagoda is a Buddhist temple located at 73 Quan Su Street, Hanoi, Vietnam. The temple is the headquarters of the Buddhist Sangha of Vietnam.
1.7 kmE
21°0'49"N • 105°50'38"E
Công viên Thống Nhất, Hanoi
28 min walk • Park
1.7 kmSW
21°0'10"N • 105°48'54"E
Vincom Mega Mall, Hanoi
27 min walk • Museum, Art gallery, Shopping
1.5 kmNW
21°1'8"N • 105°48'50"E
Indira Gandhi Park, Hanoi
25 min walk • Park
2.1 kmSE
Universities and schools
Hanoi University of Science and Technology, Hanoi
34 min walk • Hanoi University of Science and Technology, founded 1956, is the first and largest technical university in Vietnam.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Đống Đa District?

Nearby attractions include Đống Đa Mound, Hanoi (6 min walk), Tòa nhà VCCI, Hanoi (20 min walk), Láng Pagoda, Hanoi (22 min walk), Vietnam People's Air Force Museum, Hanoi (24 min walk).

How to get to Đống Đa District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Đống Đa District:

Bus

Gò Đống Đa • Lines: 01, 02, 09B (5 min walk)
Đối diện 105 Đặng Tiến Đông • Lines: 23 (6 min walk)

Metro

Thai Ha • Lines: 2A (14 min walk)
La Thanh • Lines: 2A (14 min walk)

Train

Hanoi Train Station (30 min walk)