Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi: Insider tips for a memorable day trip

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When it comes to Hanoi travel, the Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi is a must-visit destination. The complex of Buddhist temples and shrines is built into the Huong Tich Mountains and can be explored via boat ride and cable car. Visitors can take part in traditional rituals and enjoy stunning natural scenery.

1. The distance to Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi City’s center and its neighborhood

The Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi, also known as Huong Son Pagoda, is located in Hanoi’s Huong Son Ward. This cultural heritage site is known for its spiritual significance and unique features of Vietnamese culture. 

• Hanoi to Perfume Pagoda distance 

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2. How to get to Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi on your trip?

2.1. By motorbike

To reach the Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi, take you through National Highway 21B for a distance of approximately 55.5km, with a total travel time of 1 hour and 50 minutes. Starting from Hanoi city center, take Ton Duc Thang Street towards Cat Linh and then turn onto Nguyen Luong Bang, Tay Son, Thai Ha, Chua Boc, and continue over the flyover at Nga Tu So to reach Nguyen Trai Street. After turning onto Tran Phu Street, make a left onto Phung Hung and continue onto To Hieu Street. Follow the road to DT427B, turn right for 4km and then left onto National Highway 21B. From there, drive for 19.6km until you get to Tinh Lo 76, follow it to Dai Dong, enter Dai Nghia, and drive for approximately 10.7km more to reach Hoi Xa Huong Son.

You can get to Perfume Pagoda by motorbike (Source: Collected)

2.2. By car

Travelers can reach the Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi by taking the Phap Van – Cau Gie highway, covering a distance of 65 km in 1.5 hours. Starting from the city center, head towards the Hoang Liet area and take the exit towards QL38, paying a toll for the bridge. Afterward, continue on National Highway 38 and turn right onto National Highway 21B to arrive at the Hanoi Perfume Pagoda.

2.3. By bus

To make the Perfume Pagoda day trip, you can choose to take the public bus number 211. To catch this bus, you can go from My Dinh Station or take the 01 or 02 routes to Tran Phu street, then take the 211 bus. Remember to ask the bus driver to drop you off at the right spot.

The bus is a convenient means of transportation to get to Perfume Pagoda (Source: Collected)

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3. When is the best time to visit Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi?

You can visit Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi at any time, as each season offers its own unique beauty. If you want to join the Perfume Pagoda Festival Vietnam, you should visit from January to the end of March in the lunar calendar, especially during the peak time from the 1st to the 18th of the second lunar month. However, if you only want to take a Perfume Pagoda tour, you should avoid this time due to the crowds and inflated prices. The ideal time to visit is from late October to early November, when you can take a boat tour on Yen stream to admire the blooming of reeds and endless fields.

To ensure good health and make the most of your trip, you should choose a Pagoda cable car and walk down to fully appreciate the beauty of the mountainous area.

Besides the Perfume Pagoda tour Hanoi, tourists should not miss out on famous destinations such as Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, Dong Xuan Market, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Presidential Palace, Temple of Literature, Hanoi Opera House, Ngoc Son Temple, Hanoi Museum, Ta Hien Street, Bach Ma Temple, Quan Thanh Temple, etc.

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Perfume Pagoda from Hanoi is a must-visit destination for those seeking spiritual fulfillment and natural beauty. Despite being a famous pilgrimage site, its serene charm remains with time. Visitors can take a scenic boat ride and then hike up to the pagoda, which is nestled in a stunning mountain range. You will surely be captivated by its sacred atmosphere, beautiful scenery, and unique architecture.