According to Condé Nast Traveler, the ranking is not simply a list of votes, but reflects the diverse experiences that each city brings, from landscapes, architecture to rhythm of life and cultural identity.
Located in the list of 50 most beautiful cities in the world, Hanoi does not impress with skyscrapers or flashy boulevards, but conquers visitors with beauty that pervades over time: green lakes in the heart of the city, brown tiled roofs close together in the old town, balconies with French-style architecture and ancient trees casting shadows every autumn.
The magazine emphasizes that what makes Hanoi's unique attraction is the clear intersection between East and West in architecture; between antiquity and modernity in the rhythm of life; along with simple street food but strong enough to become a symbol. These layers of cultural sediment create an urban appearance that is not "showing off" but gradually permeates the experiences of international tourists.
This year's list also includes many prominent cities such as Amsterdam (Netherlands), Barcelona (Spain), Copenhagen (Denmark), Paris (France), New York (USA), Cape Town (South Africa), Kyoto (Japan), Luang Prabang (Laos), Seoul (Korea), Buenos Aires (Argentina), Cartagena (Colombia), Chiang Mai (Thailand), Dublin (Ireland), Edinburgh (Scotland, United Kingdom), Florence (Italy), Porto (Portugal), Prague (Czech Republic)...
Previously, Hanoi tourism also made its mark at Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Destinations 2026 announced by Tripadvisor. The capital was honored in four categories: top 25 leading destinations in the world (ranked 4th), top 25 leading cultural destinations (7th), top 25 solo tourist destinations (7th), top 25 culinary destinations (11th)...
With a system of relics and symbolic works such as the Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam, Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Old Quarter, Big Church, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and many temples, pagodas, ancient villages and traditional craft villages, Hanoi is considered a destination that converges cultural depth and contemporary life. Besides, cuisine continues to be an important highlight, from street vendors to creative restaurants, bringing a journey of rich identity.
Continuously named at international awards and rankings, Hanoi continues to affirm its position on the global tourism map, not only thanks to its landscape but also because of its unique cultural, historical and urban vitality.
