Hanoi welcomes winter as residents take to streets to enjoy seasonal charm

11/11/2026 08:41

Hanoi has begun to feel the first chill of winter in recent days, drawing residents and tourists to the streets around Hoan Kiem Lake. Many have gathered to stroll, sip lemon tea, take photographs, and enjoy the cooler weather.

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Hoan Kiem Lake has become a popular gathering spot for young people and tourists as temperatures drop in Hanoi. Groups can be seen sitting along the lakeside sidewalks, chatting and enjoying the early winter atmosphere with friends. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

The first chill of winter seems to have brought a gentler, more leisurely pace to Hanoi. 

On Tuesday evening, people strolled around Hoan Kiem Lake, while groups of young friends gathered over glasses of lemon tea, chatting on benches along the surrounding streets.

Many also took the opportunity to enjoy Trang Tien ice cream, a popular treat that remains a favorite among Hanoians even on cold days.

Some young people wore traditional Vietnamese ao dai to capture photographs by the lake and along familiar city streets. 

Couples walked hand in hand, making the most of the early winter weather. Tourists also joined in, strolling, sightseeing, and experiencing a quieter, more relaxed side of the capital.

Amid the city's usually hectic pace, a simple evening stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake, a taste of Trang Tien ice cream, a glass of lemon tea or a walk hand in hand with a loved one can be enough to capture Hanoi's distinctive charm as winter begins to arrive.

"I really enjoy this kind of chilly weather. Hanoi feels pleasant at this time of year, and it's also a lovely time to walk around the city or take photographs," said Bui Kim Chi, 19, a resident of Vinh Tuy Ward in Hanoi.

"I've been looking forward to the colder weather for a long time, so today I invited my friends to wear ao dai and head downtown to take pictures and enjoy the early winter atmosphere. I think this is one of the most beautiful times of the year in Hanoi," she said.

Hanoi residents slow down to enjoy first days of winter

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Kim Chi and her close friend wear traditional 'ao dai' as they head downtown to take photographs and enjoy Hanoi's signature early winter chill. Photos: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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Amid the bustling crowds, quiet, everyday moments around Hoan Kiem Lake capture Hanoi's unique blend of urban energy and tranquility. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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The cool evening air draws many people outdoors to enjoy a more leisurely and relaxed evening in Hanoi. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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Benches along the lake offer residents and tourists a place to rest and chat after strolling around Hoan Kiem Lake, as they take in the first hints of the winter chill. Photos: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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Tourists in warm clothing stroll through the streets, taking in Hanoi's urban life and pausing to look at clothing on display at a store on Trang Tien Street. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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Enjoying Trang Tien ice cream, taking leisurely walks around Hoan Kiem Lake and chatting with friends after a day at work are among the simple pleasures that make Hanoi unique. Photos: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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Church Street takes on a romantic charm after dark, as warm golden lights blend with the gentle evening breeze to create an atmospheric Hanoi streetscape. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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Under the glowing lights of Church Street after dark, young people gather over glasses of lemon tea to chat, catch up and enjoy Hanoi's vibrant nightlife. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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A group of young friends enjoy a photobooth session, taking home printed pictures as keepsakes from their evening out on Church Street. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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As night wears on, temperatures in Hanoi drop to around 17 degrees Celsius, which is chilly by local standards, at times, urging people to bundle up and put on extra layers while walking around the city. Photo: Danh Khang / Tuoi Tre

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