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Ngoc Son Temple

Tourist attraction Historical landmark Scenic spot Place of worship Religious destination

One of the Most Reviewed Historical landmarks in Ha Noi


Address

P. Đinh Tiên Hoàng, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội 100000, Vietnam

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4.40 (8.5K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: (International Women's Day), 8 AM to 6 PM, Hours might differ
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: 8 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 6 PM

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  • 5/5 Miles M. 2 months ago on Google • 1294 reviews New
    A must visit if you're in the area of the lake. Accessed via an attractive red wooden bridge, the island temple is home to a number of historic relics. You can't take photos inside the main temple building but fine to do elsewhere. There is an exhibition of photos in front of the temple entrance describing some of it's history. There is also a room featuring two preserved specimens of the rare and almost extinct Sword Lake turtle.
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  • 5/5 Amit S. 1 year ago on Google
    Someone recommended me to visit this place during night & I totally love it. The amount of beautiful lights & scenic beauty at night is amazing. The red aura at bridge will make your photos attractive. There is a small ticket & they does not accept card or any digital payments method. Also, there is no ♿️ accessible parking or ♿️ accessible entrance here.
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tiarra W. 1 year ago on Google
    It cost 15,000 if you’re a student and I think 30,000 as an adult. A really beautiful spot in the middle of the lake, it has a peaceful atmosphere. There’s lots of flowers and a pond to look at with some fish in it. Overall, I would recommend! It’s a quick visit but could also be a nice spot to stop and read or relax. I would also recommend touring around the entire lake itself :)
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dejan B. 1 month ago on Google • 1060 reviews New
    Ngoc Son Temple is located on a small island on Hoan Kiem Lake in the very center of Hanoi. It's reachable via a small picturesque bridge paying a small fee. Temple is quite ordinary, like many others we saw all over Vietnam, however its position on the lake is so beautiful and that's the reason it's so popular. Come at night as well, when it's beautifully illuminated

  • 3/5 Md Masud S. 5 months ago on Google • 8 reviews
    Temple is located in the middle of the lake. You need to purchase a ticket to enter for around 30,000d at the time of this post. The view of the lake with the island is great. Its mainly a place for temple with tortoise statues. Not much to it other than the temple and beautiful scenery
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  • 5/5 Miyabi M. 5 months ago on Google • 17 reviews
    That was good to see historical temple. Before you enter, you have to buy tickets. (You can find ticket office easily.) And also, there are some places that you can’t take photos. Anyway, building was beautiful and good place to kill time for 15-30 mins.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Eric F. 4 years ago on Google
    An interesting temple and legend from the early times of Vietnam. It is worth a visit and doesn’t take long. This is a great area to visit early in the morning or evening as sitting by the lake side or having a coffee at a nearby cafe is quite nice. I really recommend concentrating your hotel search to this area. The re is much to see and do within an easy walk from here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Vicky A. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely little temple with a cute bridge. It is very small and there's not a great deal to see there however for 30,000 VND per person, it's worth a visit. You'll obviously need to wear shoulder coverings and trousers to (out of respect). Go check it out 😊
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Rodney E. 1 year ago on Google
    Small temple in a small lake, that attracts large crowds. It is a calm and peaceful place - both during the day and at night - but you probably won't need to spend more than 25 minutes here. The small exhibit on the turtles is interesting, but also makes you sad that you can no longer see them here or elsewhere in/around the lake. There is a small fee to actually get to the island, but if you are not wanting to pay even the gates on the mainland and view from the old quarter are good photo spots.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Alinio M. 4 months ago on Google • 281 reviews
    It’s located in the middle of the lake and there is a nice walk bridge to get here. Come in the evening to take some stunning pics. Small ornate temple. Quick 10 minutr visit. Club it with the puppet show and the bus tours that start for nearby. Entry is quite cheap.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mia 1 month ago on Google • 278 reviews New
    Lovely view & its building is charming next to the water. The flowers blooming all around the temple making it a romantic place to visit
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Belle 2 months ago on Google • 411 reviews New
    This is a historical temple built in the 19th century and honors Taoism, Confucianism and Tahn Tran worship. It looks small but the islet houses 3 temple altars inside, a mini museum of 2 giant turtles that lived in the lake before, a small koi pond and several giant banyan trees. You can learn so much about the Vietnamese religions here. There is s fee of 50k ($2) to get inside.

  • 5/5 Yereen O. 1 month ago on Google • 61 reviews New
    Admission 30,000 VND I went around 9am and it was very quiet. I recommend going earlier in the day for a peaceful atmosphere. It is not big, but has some interesting signs (for example, about the turtles living in the lake).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Adisuk W. 4 months ago on Google • 51 reviews
    It's a beautiful place. At night, the beautiful colored lights are turned on and there is a large turtle inside and sacred objects. beautiful lakeThere is an entrance fee of 30000 VND per person.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Hayley H. 5 months ago on Google • 31 reviews
    Very small and therefore doesn’t take long to walk around. Interesting and beautiful decor, although you can see some of the original elements have long since been replaced. A cute place to visit if you’re in the area, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to go again.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Martha G. 5 months ago on Google • 22 reviews
    If you are strolling around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, I would recommend to visit this temple if you’re a foreigner. Entry ticket was 30,000 VND in 2023. The only temple or museum that you can visit around the lake. Might as well see it. I would recommend visiting this temple around 5 PM as it is closed at 6 PM. The weather is good around that hour. There was a fruit / drink stall inside if you need to recharge your fluid. You could take a photo in the red bridge with a good view of the lake inside here.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Khanh Linh N. 3 years ago on Google
    "Nằm trên đảo Ngọc trong lòng hồ Hoàn Kiếm, quần thể di tích đền Ngọc Sơn không chỉ sở hữu kiến trúc độc đáo mà còn là biểu tượng văn hóa tâm linh nổi tiếng của Hà Nội"
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hien Dang M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ancient temple, many meanings (Original) Ngôi đền cổ kính, nhiều ý nghĩa
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Huy Trần C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ngoc Son Temple Ngoc Son Temple is a temple located on the Ngoc Island of Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, and Ngoc Son Temple is a prominent sight of Hoan Kiem Lake. This temple was built on the foundation of the Thuy Giang palace (seventeenth century) built in the old strip of land called Ngoc Island, where the lord's house goes out to cool in summer. Introducing Ngoc Son Temple History The present temple was built in the 19th century. At first it was called Ngoc Son pagoda (Nho: 玉山), later it was renamed as Ngoc Son temple because the temple only worshiped the god Van Xuong De Quan, the star of literature. elected and worshiped Tran Hung Dao, a hero who was able to destroy the Nguyen army in the 13th century. Originally, when King Ly Thai To moved the capital to Thang Long, the temple was named Ngoc Tuong, and in the Tran dynasty it was renamed Ngoc Son. In the Tran dynasty, the temple was dedicated to the heroic martyrs who died during the war against Nguyen-Mong. After a long time that temple collapsed. By the Le Dynasty (1735-1739), Trinh Giang, Trinh Giang built the Thuy Khanh palace and built two earthy mountains on the east bank opposite Ngoc Son called Dao Tai and Ngoc Boi. At the end of Le dynasty, Thuy Khanh palace was destroyed by Le Chieu Thong. A philanthropist named Tin Trai, on the basis of the old palace, established a pagoda called Ngoc Son Pagoda. The article "Ngoc Son Emperor Temple" was compiled in 1843 at the time of repairing Quan De temple to Ngoc Son pagoda, it said: "... Ho Ta Vong, the old name, called Hoan Kiem lake is an ancient land beauty spot. In the north of the lake, a mound of earth rose about three or four sao, which is said to be the fishing station in the late Le dynasty. is Ngoc Son pagoda ... ". A few years later, the pagoda gave up to a charity and changed it to Tam Thanh temple. This association removed the bell tower, rebuilt the main pavilions, the two side suites, placed the statue of Van Xuong De Quan to worship and renamed it Ngoc Son Temple. According to the article "Reworking Van Xuong Temple", then "... At present, the new temple has been completed, the front side is next to the water, making Tran Ba ​​communal house, implying a standing pillar standing in the cultural wave. on the east side of The Huc bridge, building Dai Nghien. Back to the east on Doc Ton mountain, building Thap But, representing the culture ... In the eighteenth year of Tu Duc (1865), the scholar Nguyen Van Sieu stepped out to repair the temple. The new temple has repaired and added land and built stone embankments around it, built Tran Ba ​​communal house, built a bridge from the East bank into it called The Huc bridge. (Original) Đền Ngọc Sơn Đền Ngọc Sơn là một ngôi đền thờ nằm trên đảo Ngọc của hồ Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội.Đền Ngọc Sơn là một thắng cảnh nổi bật của hồ Hoàn Kiếm. Ngôi đền này được xây dựng trên nền của cung khánh Thụy do trịnh Giang (thế kỷ XVII) xây dựng ở dải đất xưa gọi là đảo Ngọc làm nơi nhà chúa ra hóng mát vào mùa hè. Giới thiệu Đền Ngọc Sơn Lịch sử Đền hiện nay được xây dựng từ thế kỷ 19. Lúc đầu được gọi là chùa Ngọc Sơn (chữ Nho: 玉山), sau đổi gọi là đền Ngọc Sơn vì trong đền chỉ thờ thần Văn Xương Đế Quân là ngôi sao chủ việc văn chương khoa cử và thờ Trần Hưng Đạo, vị anh hùng có công phá quân Nguyên thế kỷ 13. Khởi nguyên, khi vua Lý Thái Tổ dời đô ra Thăng Long đặt tên ngôi đền đã có tại đây là Ngọc Tượng, đến đời nhà Trần đổi tên là Ngọc Sơn. Thời Trần, ngôi đền để thờ những người anh hùng liệt sĩ đã hy sinh trong kháng chiến chống Nguyên-Mông. Về sau lâu ngày đền ấy sụp đổ. Đến thời Vĩnh Hựu nhà Lê (1735 - 1739), chúa Trịnh Giang đã dựng cung Thụy Khánh và đắp hai quả núi đất ở trên bờ phía Đông đối diện với Ngọc Sơn gọi là núi Đào Tai và Ngọc Bội. Cuối đời nhà Lê, cung Thụy Khánh bị Lê Chiêu Thống phá huỷ. Một nhà từ thiện tên là Tín Trai, nhân nền cung cũ đã lập ra một ngôi chùa gọi là chùa Ngọc Sơn. Bài kí "Đền Ngọc Sơn đế quân" được soạn năm 1843 vào lúc nhân dịp sửa đền Quan đế thành chùa Ngọc Sơn có viết : "...Hồ Tả Vọng tên cũ gọi hồ Hoàn Kiếm là một danh thắng đất Kinh kỳ xưa. Phía bắc mặt hồ, một gò đất nổi lên rộng khoảng ba bốn sào, tương truyền là chỗ đài câu cá thời cuối Lê. Trước đây, ông Tín Trai làng Nhị Khê nhân có đền Quan Đế tại đấy bèn mở rộng sửa sang thêm gọi là chùa Ngọc Sơn...". Ít năm sau chùa lại nhường cho một hội từ thiện đổi làm đền thờ Tam Thánh. Hội này đã bỏ gác chuông, xây lại các gian điện chính, các dãy phòng hai bên, đặt tượng Văn Xương đế quân vào thờ và đổi tên là đền Ngọc Sơn. Theo bài ký "Sửa lại miếu Văn Xương", thì "...Hiện nay đền thờ mới đã hoàn thành, phía trước kề bờ nước, làm đình Trấn Ba, ngụ ý là cột trụ đứng vững giữa làn sóng văn hóa. Bên tả, phía đông cầu Thê Húc, dựng Đài Nghiên. Lại về phía đông trên núi Độc Tôn, xây Tháp Bút, tượng trưng cho nền văn vật..." Năm Tự Đức thứ mười tám (1865), nhà nho Nguyễn Văn Siêu đứng ra tu sửa lại đền. Đền mới sửa đắp thêm đất và xây kè đá xung quanh, xây đình Trấn Ba, bắc một cầu từ bờ Đông đi vào gọi là cầu Thê Húc
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  • 5/5 Minh Hòa T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) If you ever come to Hanoi and walk the Sword Lake, you should visit this Ngoc Son Temple place. Preferential ticket prices for students, with adults only from 30k / 1 ticket. Here, my friends and I have a chance to admire a unique project. Besides, I can also see with my own eyes the turtle that I've heard stories from when I was a child (Original) Nếu bạn có một lần đến với Hà Nội và dạo bộ hồ Gươm, bạn hãy đến tham quan địa điểm Đền Ngọc Sơn này nhé. Giá vé ưu đãi cho học sinh sinh viên, với người lớn chỉ từ 30k/1 vé. Đến đây, mình và nhóm bạn đã được chiêm ngưỡng một công trình độc đáo. Bên cạnh đó, mình còn có thể tận mắt nhìn thấy cụ rùa mà mình đã từng nghe những câu chuyện từ hồi còn nhỏ
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  • 5/5 Roman G. 3 years ago on Google
    An incredible place with the atmosphere of Vietnam. I was at that time when it rained in the morning there was fog and it was unique. I was also when the place was illuminated with night lights and it also caused delight. I don’t know about the people of Vietnam, but for me this place was stuck in my memory) Mandarin trees, pomelo offerings, trees hanging by the water, splashing fish near them, incense in the temple. Cảm ơn việt nam!
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  • 5/5 Phil H. 3 years ago on Google
    There are so many things I love about Ha Noi. On each visit I tend to drink a lot of tea, and go to a lot of temples. This one is on Hoan Kiem lake, and is a wonderful place. Turtles are particularly venerated here.
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  • 5/5 John S. 1 year ago on Google
    It is very nice. Very close to the hotel. Surrounded by water so many photos are taken
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  • 4/5 Ella B. 1 year ago on Google
    very cool but i don’t really understand the popularity. yes it was very beautiful but the experience is slightly ruined by the price and people constantly taking photos in the way. view of lake is same as was on the peer and all around water. beautiful place overall
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  • 5/5 Daryl L. 1 year ago on Google
    A must visit for any Travellers visiting Hanoi. The night time view especially of the bridge is truly a sight to behold. Do note that entrance fee is 30k per adult.
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  • 4/5 Rebecca M. 1 year ago on Google
    Easy to visit. The tickets were 30,000 VND which is about £1.20 and this allow you to go on the red bridge and into the temple. It's quite small so only takes roughly 10-15 minutes to walk around depending on how long you take photos for. We visited around 16:30 on Sunday, 1 January 2023. It was pretty busy and tough to get a photo without someone behind you but as it was so small people moved on quickly and if you waited it out you could get one. Directly before the bridge there were some nice painted sculptures which were free to walk around and offered a good photo opportunity. You could also get a better photo of the bridge from the side of the lake so I don't think it's a must visit but it's so cheap we thought we'd take a look.
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  • 5/5 Honest Food M. 8 months ago on Google
    This place is not for free! It costs 30.000 per adult and 15.000 per child. But generally it is a nice place at the lake, I can recommend if you want to step out of Old Town for a moment and catch a breath. It can be quite crowded so you should check from the lake shore. Also they have two large preserved turtles that were living in the sea.
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  • 4/5 Wandering Free b. 7 months ago on Google
    An interesting temple. There’s some beautiful views of the lake from this temple area. I saw a lot of people taking pictures of the lake inside the temple complex. There are some interesting exhibits and fish as well. The price is vnd 30,000. And for the view alone, it's not a bad place to go for 15 minutes.
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  • 5/5 Just j. 6 months ago on Google
    We enjoyed our wander around the lake and then onto the temple, we paid 30000 dong each 99p at the time we went, which is a bargain. Tranquil and peaceful area away from the buzz of Hanoi.
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  • 4/5 Radley C. 2 months ago on Google • 133 reviews New
    Lovely peaceful location within a lake in the hectic old center of Hanoi. Reached by a lovely footbridge from the shore of the lake. Quite beautiful architecturally but the location is what impressed me most.

  • 5/5 suyogya p. 2 months ago on Google • 104 reviews New
    If you're around the lake, this spot is a must-visit. Accessible through a charming red wooden bridge, the island temple houses numerous historical relics. Inside the main temple building, photography isn't permitted, but it's allowed elsewhere on the premises. An exhibit in front of the temple entrance showcases its history through photos. Additionally, a room displays two preserved specimens of the rare and nearly extinct Sword Lake turtle.

  • 5/5 Chris P. 5 months ago on Google • 45 reviews
    This is a really neat historic temple. You can expect to spend about 20-30 minutes here as the temple is rather small and intimate. The temple is also very well known for the two large turtles that have been taxidermy and are on display in two large cases.

  • 4/5 Jason N. 1 month ago on Google • 42 reviews New
    A very nice place, but it was very busy when we went and I thought there was a lot more to see but it was very small. You can get very good views of this place looking out into the body of water. Great for photo opportunities and worshiping.

  • 5/5 Fernando G. 3 months ago on Google • 33 reviews New
    If you’re around Hoàn Kiếm Lake you definitely need to visit here.You access the temple by crossing Thê Húc foot Bridge. The entry was 30k vnd. It’s a short walk around the temple but you can sit and enjoy the view. There’s plenty to see and many places for you to take selfies

  • 5/5 Travelin G. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful, peaceful & interesting history of this sacred place! A great place to visit and scope out in old quarter area; it’s cheap, doesn’t take too much time at all but is relaxing. Location on beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake; tons of things to do in these area! Follow @travelingypsey on Instagram & TripAdvisor!!!

  • 4/5 Rich S. 4 years ago on Google
    I had been to Hanoi several times before finally visiting this temple. The temple itself is small, but nice, and there is a lovely gentleman inside who will do a calligraphy scroll for you for 200,000 dong. He has a book full of things for you to choose from. A nice break from the hustle and bustle of the Old Quarter.

  • 4/5 Reyes2 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice and interesting Temple complete with many bonsai trees in the middle of the lake. Walk around the lake for your daily exercise and relaxation.

  • 5/5 Forest A. 5 years ago on Google
    Entrance fee 30k for an interesting Chinese story & influence in Vietnam. A picturesque atmosphere as the lights displayed.

  • 4/5 Yuan _. 4 years ago on Google
    Lakes very green and there is a red bridge. There are like giant turtles on display like something out of Jurassic park they are huge. There are some shots here if the weathers right. On the platform out to the whole lake. Which is rather nice if the weathers nice. Could go there and pray. Such places always have a sense of peace and calm for me.

  • 5/5 Gabriella M. 4 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful to see this all lit up at night. Highly suggested for a romantic stroll around the lake. There is an entry fee if you want to go over the bridge and onto the island. We heard a local guy telling that it wasn’t really worth the entry fee price.

  • 5/5 om s. 4 years ago on Google
    It's near to old quarter, best part is to visit Friday to Sunday.. Its happening place.. Plls are dancing, playing, singing, live concert.. I can't add Video here.. Else its awesome.. लई भारी

  • 5/5 Anh Lý T. 3 years ago on Google
    1 buổi sáng tinh mơ tại hồ gươm

  • 5/5 Vinh �. 3 years ago on Google
    Đến Hà Nội nên vòng đến Hồ Hoàn Kiếm, vòng qua đền Ngọc Sơn , ngang qua cầu Thê Húc - cầy cầu màu đỏ nên thơ ở Hà Nội . Với thời tiết nên thơ , dịu dàng , vài lá vàng rơi nhẹ nhàng trên cầu son đỏ Thê Húc ngang đến Ngọc Sơn, có nhiều nét cổ kính , xưa cũ lại rất đẹp và đặc biệt . Mình rất thích nơi đây , đẹp lạ kì , hữu tình

  • 5/5 Thuận T. 3 years ago on Google
    khá đẹp. hơi nhỏ

  • 5/5 FREAD T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) The myth of the turtle should be heard. (Original) 亀の神話は聞くべきです。

  • 5/5 Lê Quang C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Built in Tam-shaped architecture, Ngoc Son Temple is a place to worship the god Van Xuong De Quan (curator of literature, faculty) and worship the Holy Ghost Tran Hung Dao. In addition, this place also worships Amitabha Buddha, La Dong Tan, Quan Van Truong. Thereby expressing very clearly the concept of "three religions of the same origin" of the Vietnamese people with the meaning of religious unity and harmony. (Original) Được xây dựng theo kiến trúc hình chữ Tam, đền Ngọc Sơn là nơi thờ thần Văn Xương Đế Quân (chủ quản văn chương, khoa cử) và thờ Đức thánh Trần Hưng Đạo. Ngoài ra, nơi đây cũng thờ Phật A-di-đà, Lã Động Tân, Quan Vân Trường. Qua đó thể hiện rất rõ quan niệm “tam giáo đồng nguyên” của người Việt với ý nghĩa đoàn kết, hòa hợp tôn giáo.

  • 5/5 naoki u. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very calm (´ ・ ω ・ `) (Original) 凄く落ち着いた(´・ω・`)

  • 1/5 Ngọc Thuấn T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Okay, nothing special. (Original) Tạm được không có gì đặc sắc.

  • 2/5 liem t. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spiritual tourism, ancient ruins, can not be visited yet. (Original) Du lịch tâm linh, di tích cổ, chưa đến có thể đến viếng.

  • 5/5 nga t. 3 years ago on Google
    Yep

  • 5/5 SEUNG JOON L. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a temple built on an island in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi. (Original) 하노이 호안끼엠 호수 가운데 있는 섬에 만든 사원입니다.야경 즐기면서 산책 하기 좋습니다

  • 2/5 Nguyen Hoang N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) This is a historical and cultural relic built many centuries ago, located in the population of Sword Lake area, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists when coming to Hanoi. (Original) Đây là một di tích lịch sử văn hóa được xây dựng từ nhiều thế kỷ trước, nằm trong quần thể khu vực hồ gươm, thu hút nhiều du khách trong và ngoài nước khi đến hà nội

  • 5/5 huy nguyen t. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) So beautiful (Original) Đẹp quá

  • 5/5 Thị Thuỳ Trang N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Cool air, every time tired, walking around 1 round. (Original) Không khí mát mẻ , mỗi lần mệt mỏi đều dạo quanh 1 vòng .

  • 3/5 Frank van D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Not very special, but yes, was on our program. Was very busy due to Tết Nguyên Đán (Vietnamese New Year). (Original) Niet heel bijzonder, maar ja, stond op ons programma. Was erg druk door Tết Nguyên Đán (Vietnamees nieuwjaar).

  • 3/5 TUYET ANH MAI T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) There are 2 tortoises that are in honor of conservation: one that weighs more than 150 pounds, the other weighing over 250 pounds (Original) Có 2 cụ rùa đang được lộng kính để bảo tồn: 1 cụ nặng hơn 150 cân, 1 cụ nặng hơn 250 cân

  • 4/5 son nguyen h. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ancient, the beauty of the capital. (Original) Cổ kính, nét đẹp của thủ đô.

  • 5/5 Trần T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Pretty!!! (Original) Đẹp!!!

  • 4/5 Nguyen H. K. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Historic (Original) Cổ kính

  • 5/5 Huy T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good (Original) Tốt

  • 4/5 Ila S. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) gogo (Original) gogo

  • 5/5 Thắng M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Previously, the temple only worshiped Van Xuong De Quan (Original) Trước đây đền chỉ thờ phụng Văn Xương Đế Quân

  • 5/5 Anhduc N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ancient and very beautiful. I like the sample 2 turtle cases best (Original) Cổ kính và rất đẹp. Thích nhất tiêu bản 2 vụ rùa

  • 5/5 Thành P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It is a historic place that everyone should visit. (Original) Là địa điểm có ý nghĩa lịch sử mọi người nên đến thăm quan.

  • 4/5 Tuệ P. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Good (Original) Đep

  • 4/5 Yundt M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Have you been here yet (Original) các bạn đã tới đây chưa

  • 5/5 Thanh Hải �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Spiritual tourist relic (Original) Di tích du lịch tâm linh

  • 5/5 ha l. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Civilized, holy (Original) Văn minh, linh thiêng

  • 4/5 Sherilyn W. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) historical place (Original) địa điểm lịch sử

  • 3/5 小甜 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) You have to buy tickets to go in (Original) 要買門票才可以進去唷

  • 5/5 LAM SƠN NGUYỄN V. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Historical relic more than 1000 years (Original) Di tích lịch sử hơn 1000 năm

  • 5/5 Thơm Phạm t. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Large temple, beautiful and quiet landscape is located in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake. Many tourists travel. The temple is very spiritual (Original) Đền rộng, phong cảnh đẹp yên tĩnh đền nằm giữa Hồ Hoàn Kiếm. Khách tham quan du lịch nhiều. Đền rất linh

  • 5/5 Tài N. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I go at night, the temple lights up very beautiful and majestic, there is also a small museum displaying turtle pictures, I think the morning will take better photos, at night I come here to see the lake and the city. the street will be better. At the temple, there is also a cat that is very wrapped around the body, probably the temple will let it catch rats. Ticket price: 30k / 1 person (Original) Mình đi buổi tối, đền lên đèn rất đẹp và hoành tráng, ở đền còn có một bảo tàng nhỏ nhỏ trưng bày hình ảnh rùa, mình nghĩ buổi sáng đi sẽ chụp hình đẹp hơn, buổi tối thì ra đây ngắm cảnh hồ và thành phố sẽ tuyệt hơn. Ở đền còn có 1 con mèo rất quấn người nhé, chắc khu đền nuôi để nó bắt chuột. Giá vé: 30k/1 người

  • 5/5 Bui Duc T. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It's so warm ❤❤❤ (Original) Thật ấm áp ❤❤❤

  • 5/5 Thoanh n. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Ngoc Son Temple on a sunny winter day (Original) Đền Ngọc Sơn trong ngày đông có nắng

  • 5/5 Vũ Minh �. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) HN cultural icons (Original) Biểu tượng văn hóa HN

  • 3/5 BludStory 2 years ago on Google
    Floating on Hoan Kiem Lake, it doesn’t take too much time at all but is relaxing. Crossing the red bridge was a highlight itself. Even though tourists flock the area, I find it peaceful and you can be one in nature. I really liked the fact that the stories about the temple, the tortoise and the sword was also written in English. This story also show at Runningman, a Korean reality show.

  • 4/5 Rajinda F. 2 years ago on Google
    I visited the temple on a foggy early morning in December few years back. Crossing the red bridge was a highlight itself. A Relaxing spiritual temple in the middle of Hoàn Kiếm Lake. Even at night, this place is magical. The fragrance of the incense stick is very peaceful. This place set the mood for me for my entire day and it strongly stuck in my memories.

  • 5/5 Mikael S. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful and spiritual. Well worth the 30k. Recommended.

  • 5/5 David C. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a wonderful look into Vietnamese history of folklore and legend. We I love is this legend was supported with a real turtle and sword. People were actively making offerings so the site has religious significance. To a tourist this was wonderful.

  • 4/5 Monalissa M. 3 years ago on Google
    Picturesque but nothing really special for someone not in the same belief.

  • 5/5 Arash E. 4 years ago on Google
    I loved this temple although it is very busy over the weekend. It is a nice part of hiking around the lake. The turtles and their story are very interesting and you learn a lot about the Vietnamese culture and values.

  • 4/5 Ivy L. 5 years ago on Google
    It's a small temple but beautiful and well maintained. Lots of tourist. Currently, there is a renovation at the main entrance of the temple. Take note to enter the temple from the side door next to the restrooms. Entrance fee is VND30,000 for adults. Kids under x age is free entry. I can't remember the age.

  • 5/5 aravindh s. 2 years ago on Google
    It is very good place to visit and you can fell quite relax and breath fresh air from the Hanoi city. Near by this more shops are there. We can buy whatever it's.

  • 4/5 Devendra T. 1 year ago on Google
    It was a good experience but a very small temple.

  • 5/5 Jason D. 1 year ago on Google
    This is the heart of Hanoi, this lake is a land mark to many places and this is Iconic palace for events and weekend activities. This is close to shoe street, old quarters, beers street, temples, coffee shops retail shops and many more. You can also see alot of street food. Bun cha and pho around the area.

  • 5/5 Pham quang H. 1 year ago on Google
    A beautiful temple built on Jade island in the middle of the lake. Cost 30,000 for the ticket

  • 4/5 Sam B. 1 year ago on Google
    Interesting temple. We were lucky with few crowds. The tortoises were cool to see.

  • 4/5 Holic J. 1 year ago on Google
    It was good to visit one time. entrance fee: 30Kđ(adult)

  • 5/5 Rachel N. 1 year ago on Google
    They have a ticket counter right at the entrance. If you do not go deep inside the temple, there is no need to buy a ticket. You can go to the bridge and enjoy the view. But if you want to visit the temple, you need to buy a ticket.

  • 3/5 adam p. 1 year ago on Google
    Cost 30,000 dong to enter. It’s charming but kind of small.

  • 5/5 Sreenjoy C. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful temple! Must visit! Also take a walk around the lake. And if possible, stay till after sundown when the little temple gets lit up. Nice place for an evening stroll or just to sit by the lake on the benches. Went there during August, so was a bit rainy, but still a great experience!

  • 4/5 Laura P. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice little temple with admission tickets of 30k for adults and 15k for students. Make sure not to miss the 2 turtles on the side building and their interesting story.

  • 5/5 Umesh W. 1 year ago on Google
    Beautiful and peaceful little temple in the middle of the lake, cross the red bridge to get there. This is also very beautiful at night to see, the red bridge is all lit up. Also, there are some beautiful bonsai plants at the temple. You need to purchase a ticket to visit the temple, it’s well worth it.

  • 5/5 D T. 1 year ago on Google
    Small temple in the middle of the sword lake, only 30.000d to get in, pretty good spot in the centre of town. Only bad points are the rats on the island, and the usual instagram bores treating the bridge like their own private photo studio.

  • 5/5 Bhupender S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience. See turtles they are amazing. On side of the temple you can get gentleman that is make if calligraphy posters of old Vietnamese symbols. Amazing. Temple itself is great and worth to have a look.

  • 4/5 Jordan C. 11 months ago on Google
    Standard Temple, not allowed to take photos inside which is absolutely fair as it is a place of worship! Nice view, only took less than 5 minutes to see it all, 30,000 Dong entrance per person. The bridge over is nice.

  • 4/5 Nayan D. 11 months ago on Google
    An ideal park right in the middle of town, it serves as a cultural and religious centre for the area around the French Quarter. It has a nice bridge connecting the centre of the lake to the bank. There is a small entrance fee at the gate. You can walk to the island across the bridge and spend some time around the temple complex there.

  • 5/5 Dương H. 9 months ago on Google
    Children will enjoy visiting this palace. My youngster really enjoys this location, which helps them learn more about our past. Weekends are fairly busy, but it's fine. Because they were under 14, my youngster didn't need to purchase a railway ticket!

  • 4/5 Mohd yaqub K. 10 months ago on Google
    It is located near the old quarter of Hanoi. It is situated on the lake which has a small temple in the center and a bridge connecting to the main point. There is a price tag for the entering bridge and temple, which is 30k for normal and 15k for students. Photography is not allowed to take place in the temple and usually takes 15 minutes to explore the temple and bridge. It is better to visit here in the evening or at night to see the whole area in the view of the light. It is one of the best places to relax near the lake.

  • 4/5 Yaser 10 months ago on Google
    Temple is located in the middle of the lake. You need to purchase a ticket to enter for around 30,000d at the time of this post. The view of the lake with the island is great. Its mainly a place for temple with tortoise statues. Not much to it other than the temple and beautiful scenery

  • 3/5 Steven M. 9 months ago on Google
    The temple itself is beautiful, great views from here and the turtles are cool. Would be higher rated if not for below. Warning: The woman at the ticket booth will short change you if you're not careful. She tried to give me 10k dong change instead of 100k dong. When I realised, I went back to challenge her and she said she was sorry she "miscounted". From reading other reviews, this seems to be a regular occurrence!

  • 4/5 Longha S. 8 months ago on Google
    i went there both daytime and nighttime. the temple is beautiful enclosed by water and there’s a bridge to get there. a single ticket costs 30K dong but there’s not really a lot of things to see.

  • 5/5 George S. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice temple in the middle of the Hanoi tourist area. It is really beautiful with different colors so better to view it during the day! There is a small entrance fee of 30K dong. Come early morning cause it can get really crowded later during the evening so that you can take photos!

  • 5/5 Ren L. 8 months ago on Google
    Beautiful temple in the middle of Hanoi busy old quarter area. You can walk around the lake and end the walk with a visit to the temple. Inside you can learn about the legend of the Hanoi sacred giant turtle. There a life-size replica of the turtle inside.

  • 5/5 Harry W. 7 months ago on Google
    Beautiful temple on Hoan Kiem lake. Tickets can be purchased at the office just in front of the bridge to the temple. The has some nice murals and gates, plus a nice indoor temple area. You can also get great views of the lake here, especially from the beautiful bridge that leads to the temple. There is a small gift shop and cafe around the back side of the temple

  • 4/5 Wesley W. 6 months ago on Google
    Situated at the heart of Hoan Kiem Lake, this modest historical temple catches the eye. While the temple itself is petite, its uniqueness lies in the well-preserved remains of two massive turtles. It's truly remarkable to encounter such an extraordinary sight within this historical setting. The temple's walls also feature narratives about the turtles, adding to the intrigue. The picturesque bridge outside offers a beautiful and Instagram-worthy backdrop. Keep in mind that there's a nominal entrance fee for this compact yet captivating site, which is reasonably priced.

  • 4/5 dnldttmr 5 months ago on Google
    Small and active Temple in the middle of the Lake. Before accessing you need to buy a Ticket for a small fee. You Access the temple with the Red Bridge and we spent around 35 mins exploring the Island. Dont Wear Short skirts or shoulderless Tops, because this Could prevent you from getting Access to the place.

  • 5/5 Manoj J. 5 months ago on Google
    Ngoc Son Temple in Hanoi, Vietnam is a cultural treasure that beautifully encapsulates the rich history and spiritual significance of this vibrant city. During our visit, we were particularly enchanted by the fascinating story of the sacred tortoise residing within the temple grounds. The temple is perched on a small island in the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, creating a serene and tranquil oasis within the bustling heart of Hanoi. It's connected to the mainland by the iconic red Huc Bridge, which adds to the temple's charm. Ngoc Son Temple, also known as the "Temple of the Jade Mountain," has a history dating back several centuries, and it's dedicated to several important figures in Vietnamese history, including the scholar Van Xuong and the national hero, General Tran Hung Dao. The most intriguing aspect of the temple visit is the legendary tale of the sacred tortoise. According to local lore, a massive tortoise inhabited the lake, and it was believed to be the guardian of a magical sword that Emperor Le Loi received from the Dragon King. This sword played a pivotal role in Vietnam's fight for independence against the Chinese. The story adds a layer of mystique and reverence to the temple, and it's heartwarming to see the preserved tortoise specimen displayed within the temple complex. Visiting Ngoc Son Temple is a captivating experience. The temple opens its doors to visitors from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, allowing ample time to explore its ornate architecture, intricate carvings, and the serene garden that provides a lovely escape from the city's hustle and bustle. The entrance fee is reasonable at 30,000 VND per person, making it accessible to all visitors. In conclusion, a visit to Ngoc Son Temple is a journey through Vietnamese history and spirituality, with the added enchantment of the sacred tortoise's legend. It offers a peaceful retreat and a glimpse into the traditions and culture of Hanoi. The modest entrance fee is well worth the experience, and I highly recommend including Ngoc Son Temple on your itinerary when exploring the vibrant city of Hanoi.


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