{"id":6255,"date":"2023-09-25T17:11:38","date_gmt":"2023-09-25T10:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/?p=6255"},"modified":"2025-04-16T09:57:31","modified_gmt":"2025-04-16T02:57:31","slug":"hanoi-in-september-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/hanoi-in-september-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Hanoi in September (2025 Guide): What to do, Events &amp; What\u2019s On"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>If you have chosen to visit Hanoi in September, you have made a good choice. The weather is not as hot as in July, June, and May, and the autumn season is just beginning. All the kids are returning to school and are excited about the Mid-Autumn Festival. However, September 2nd is Independence Day in Vietnam, so it can be very busy to get around. With a little preparation, you can make the most of your time in Hanoi in September. Here is your complete guide to the best of September in Hanoi, along with travel tips and information about events at the beginning of autumn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>>>> Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/vietnam.travel\/things-to-do\/experience-poetry-autumn-hanoi#:~:text=From%20September%20to%20December%2C%20Hanoi,a%20lush%20season%20of%20rain.\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/vietnam.travel\/things-to-do\/experience-poetry-autumn-hanoi#:~:text=From%20September%20to%20December%2C%20Hanoi,a%20lush%20season%20of%20rain.\">Experience the Poetry of Autumn in Hanoi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5-683x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6264\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hanoi in September: Hanoi Old Quarter<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is September a good month to visit Hanoi?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>September marks the beginning of the busy tourism season in Hanoi, as the weather becomes much cooler. The summer heat can be scorching, reaching as high as 42 degrees Celsius. In contrast, winter is dry and cold, with temperatures as low as 12 degrees Celsius being quite normal. Therefore, autumn is considered the best time to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-4-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-4-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-4-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-4-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-4-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-4.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hanoi in September: view from Skyline rooftop bar<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hanoi weather in September<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The weather is generally nice with blue skies and comfortable temperatures, but there can be unpredictable rain. While most days are pleasant, there are occasional instances when the weather can take a strange turn. For example, it can be hot and sunny in the morning, only for heavy rain to start suddenly. It is advisable to always carry an umbrella and wear comfortable shoes. If you happen to forget your raincoat or umbrella, you can purchase one from local shops for only 10,000 VND.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hanoi in September<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Festival and holidays in September<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mid-Autumn Festival<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The Mid Autumn Festival in Vietnam is a significant cultural event. If you visit Vietnam during the 8th lunar month, don&#8217;t miss this Full Moon event. Also known as the Full Moon Festival, it is important for the locals. Celebrated on the Full Moon night (the 15th day) of the 8th lunar month, children go out with star lanterns and moon cakes and listen to folklore tales.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-star-lanterns-at-Kim-Ngan-communal-house-on-Hang-Bac-Street-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6221\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-star-lanterns-at-Kim-Ngan-communal-house-on-Hang-Bac-Street-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-star-lanterns-at-Kim-Ngan-communal-house-on-Hang-Bac-Street-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-star-lanterns-at-Kim-Ngan-communal-house-on-Hang-Bac-Street-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-star-lanterns-at-Kim-Ngan-communal-house-on-Hang-Bac-Street-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/The-star-lanterns-at-Kim-Ngan-communal-house-on-Hang-Bac-Street.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Star lanterns at Kim Ngan communal house on Hang Bac Street<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Independence Day &#8211; September 2nd<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Hanoi can be very busy during this time due to public holidays, as people from all over the country visit Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. There are numerous events, such as music festivals, that attract a large number of people. It&#8217;s better to book the flight tickets, and tours in advance as they are quickly sold out.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/St-Joseph-Cathedral-of-Hanoi-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5934\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/St-Joseph-Cathedral-of-Hanoi-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/St-Joseph-Cathedral-of-Hanoi-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/St-Joseph-Cathedral-of-Hanoi-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/St-Joseph-Cathedral-of-Hanoi-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/St-Joseph-Cathedral-of-Hanoi.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A Busy Street on September 2nd, 2023 &#8211; Vietnam Independence Day<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-5.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hanoi in September: St Joseph Cathedral of Hanoi on September 20th, 2023<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do in Hanoi in September<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit Hang Ma Street<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hang Ma Street is well-known for its decorations during the New Year, Christmas, Halloween, and Mid-Autumn Festival. It&#8217;s a great place to see kids walking around and choosing their favorite toys. You&#8217;ll find a wide variety of masks, star lanterns, and lanterns here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy the Hoan Kiem Lake and the French Quarter<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Definitely a great place to exercise and take a walk with the locals. The atmosphere here is very enjoyable, with fresh air and locals strolling around. There are also numerous cafes and bookstores in this area. Trying the famous Trang Tien ice cream or enjoying a cup of coffee is highly recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>>>> Join our <a href=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/tour\/french-quarter-tour\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/tour\/french-quarter-tour\">Coffee, History, and Architecture of the French Quarter<\/a> and discover the historical and cultural beauty of Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6257\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-2-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-2-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Hanoi-in-September-2.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hanoi in September: Hoan Kiem Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy the coffee culture in Hanoi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hanoi is renowned for its coffee culture. There is nothing better than sipping a cup of strong Vietnamese coffee while enjoying people-watching. A great place to try is Note Coffee near the Lake. If you&#8217;re interested in trying the famous egg coffee, Dinh Cafe is a good option. As you take a sip of coffee, you&#8217;ll notice many locals sitting around, chatting with each other. If you see them eating something, it&#8217;s most likely sunflower seeds, which are very common in Vietnamese coffee shops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>>>> Check out: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Travel-g293924-c144842\/Hanoi:Vietnam:Weather.In.Hanoi.html\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Travel-g293924-c144842\/Hanoi:Vietnam:Weather.In.Hanoi.html\">Weather in Hanoi<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ban-cong-cafe-2-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6261\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ban-cong-cafe-2-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ban-cong-cafe-2-600x450.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ban-cong-cafe-2-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ban-cong-cafe-2-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ban-cong-cafe-2.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ban cong Cafe in September<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>I have been living in the city for 7 years now, and autumn has always been my favorite season due to its comfortable weather. While I enjoy the sun of summer, it can sometimes be too hot to fully enjoy the day. When we host tours, guests often find the heat very uncomfortable and end up sweating throughout. That&#8217;s why we love autumn and want to showcase the best of this month in Hanoi. Come and join our experiences with the local experts.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Kien-and-the-food-tour-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6208\" srcset=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Kien-and-the-food-tour-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Kien-and-the-food-tour-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Kien-and-the-food-tour-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Kien-and-the-food-tour-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Kien-and-the-food-tour-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re a food lover visiting Hanoi for the first time, we recommend taking the <a href=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/tour\/hanoi-street-food-tour\">Hanoi food walking tour<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/tour\/hanoi-old-quarter-tour\">The Hidden Hanoi Old Quarter Experience<\/a>. For vegans and vegetarians, the <a href=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/tour\/hanoi-vegan-food-tour\">Vegetarian Street Food &amp; Stories of Hanoi<\/a> is an excellent choice. If you&#8217;re a history buff or looking for a unique experience in Hanoi, consider the <a href=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/tour\/stories-from-vietnam-war-at-not-to-go-alone-areas\">Stories from Vietnam War at not-to-go-alone areas tour<\/a>. Note that 20% of the proceeds go to charity organizations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you have chosen to visit Hanoi in September, you have made a good choice. The weather is not as hot as in July, June, and May, and the autumn season is just beginning. All the kids are returning to school and are excited about the Mid-Autumn Festival. However, September 2nd is Independence Day in &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"Hanoi in September (2025 Guide): What to do, Events &amp; What\u2019s On\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/hanoi-in-september-things-to-do\/#more-6255\" aria-label=\"Read more about Hanoi in September (2025 Guide): What to do, Events &amp; What\u2019s On\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":6263,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"_tocer_settings":[],"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"activitie":[],"practical-information":[],"coauthors":[48],"class_list":["post-6255","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hanoi","infinite-scroll-item","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6255","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6255"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6255\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9218,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6255\/revisions\/9218"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/6263"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6255"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6255"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6255"},{"taxonomy":"activitie","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/activitie?post=6255"},{"taxonomy":"practical-information","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/practical-information?post=6255"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/onetripwithlocal.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=6255"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}