Photo-guided walking directions

Walking Directions in Hanoi

Hanoi's Old Quarter has 36 streets, each traditionally selling one product - silk, silver, toys - and they all look the same at night. Motorbikes fill every alley. imhere photographs each turn so you find your guesthouse, your pho shop and your way out.

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How to navigate Hanoi old town

Start from Hoan Kiem Lake or your hotel. Follow the photos past the tube houses, the silk shops and the banyan trees. In the Old Quarter, the street signs are at eye level on corners - match the shopfront in the photo to confirm your turn.

From the airport to Hanoi

From HAN Noi Bai: bus 86 to the Old Quarter (~50 min) or a taxi (~40 min, fixed fare with the airport counter). Save an imhere route from the bus stop or taxi drop for the final walk through the lanes to your hotel.

Frequently asked questions

How does imhere work?
Every route is a series of step-by-step photos with short directions. Open the route at your pickup point, then follow each photo.
Do I need GPS in Hanoi's Old Quarter?
No. The identical lanes and motorbike traffic make GPS stressful; photos of shopfronts guide you clearly.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Routes work offline once opened.
Is imhere free?
Viewing routes is free. Creating and sharing your own routes uses a small number of points, earned by registering and viewing routes.
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