What makes spring in Hanoi a popular time to visit?

From February to April each year, as the weather transforms, Hanoi dons a fresh, more captivating beauty than ever, making it an unmissable destination. So, what makes spring in Hanoi a popular time to visit? Let's explore with Inbound Vietnam!

1. Hanoi's Spring Weather

The average temperature in Hanoi during spring ranges from 20-25°C (68-77°F). This is the perfect temperature for visitors to comfortably participate in outdoor activities without feeling tired. Trees sprout new leaves, bringing a fresh, cool, and pleasant atmosphere.

It's worth noting that there might be days with high humidity and light drizzles, especially in February-March, creating a characteristic damp feeling of the North with gentle spring rain. However, overall, this weather is still quite ideal for exploring the city.

2. Hanoi's Spring Scenery - A Key Factor in What Makes Spring in Hanoi a Popular Time to Visit

Spring is when Hanoi "changes its clothes" with a wonderful blend of natural scenery and ancient architecture. The streets, lakes, and parks become more vibrant than ever, full of life with lush green trees. In particular, many flowers compete to show off their brilliant colors, embellishing the spring landscape, each bringing a unique beauty to specific streets. 

• White "Sua" flowers bloom (Hoa Sua) profusely in late February and early March on streets like Dien Bien Phu, Hoang Dieu, Thanh Nien, Phan Dinh Phung… Although they are fleeting flowers, "Sua" flowers bring a gentle, peaceful beauty to Hanoi's streets, along with a nostalgic and longing feeling.

The white sua flower trees in Trung Tu Diplomatic Corps (Dong Da District, Hanoi)

• Bauhinia flowers (Hoa Ban) flaunt their colors in late March, spreading across many Hanoi streets such as Bac Son, Hoang Dieu, Thanh Nien, Dao Tan,… Among them, Hoang Dieu street (the section opposite Bac Son monument) is known as the most beautiful Bauhinia flower street in the capital. These Bauhinia flowers come in various shades from pure white, light pink to purple, creating a romantic and gentle scene, attracting many people to stop and admire the flowers and take photos.

A Vietnamese woman is taking check-in photos by the rows of Bauhinia variegata trees on Hoang Dieu Street.

• Red "Gao" flowers or Bombax ceiba (Hoa Gao) ablaze every March: On many central streets like Tran Khanh Du, Trang Tien, around Hoan Kiem Lake… "Gao" flowers burst into brilliant red, creating a poetic and lyrical beauty. Not only in the inner city, "Gao" flowers are also popular in many suburban areas of Hanoi such as Thay Pagoda (Quoc Oai, Hanoi), Yen Stream - Huong Pagoda (My Duc, Hanoi), Tram Pagoda (Chuong My, Hanoi)… making visitors to these spiritual sites marvel and feel nostalgic at the scenery.

The brilliant red Bombax ceiba tree in the courtyard of Thay Pagoda (Quoc Oai District, Hanoi)

And many other flower species also compete to show off their colors in the spring weather, creating a vibrant picture of the landscape, captivating both locals and tourists.This vibrant transformation is a significant part of what makes spring in Hanoi a popular time to visit.

If you want to admire the spring scenery of Hanoi, you can refer to attractive tours passing through the above locations such as:

>> Refer to Hanoi city tour

>> Refer to Huong Pagoda tour

>> Refer to Hanoi - Hoa Lu - Trang An - Mua Cave tour

Another highlight of Hanoi in spring is that its architectural landscape becomes even more ancient and contemplative. When shrouded in a lingering mist and gentle spring drizzles, moss-covered tiled roofs, ancient streets, or old French colonial buildings all appear with a somewhat mysterious, very unique, and captivating beauty. The cool air combined with the mist creates a unique watercolor painting, making every street corner and every tree more poetic and somewhat ethereal. These very elements make spring in Hanoi an ideal travel time for those who love romance, antiquity, and wish to seek traditional cultural values. Indeed, the blend of nature and history is key to what makes spring in Hanoi a popular time to visit.

Long Bien Bridge in a spring drizzle

3. Attractive Activities in Hanoi during Spring

With its unique weather and scenery, spring is an ideal time to experience a number of activities in Hanoi.

Sightseeing in Hanoi

The cool spring weather is perfect for visitors to stroll and explore the Old Quarter, feeling the peaceful rhythm of life. Hoan Kiem Lake wears a serene beauty with lush green trees and blooming flowers, creating a romantic setting for a walk. Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and One Pillar Pagoda all become more vibrant with green trees and blooming flowers, offering a solemn yet lively space to learn about history and culture.

Additionally, visitors can also consider visiting flower villages like Nhat Tan, Tu Lien to admire the vibrant flower gardens. West Lake Flower Valley is also an ideal destination with wild flowers and white reeds, creating a poetic setting for outdoor photoshoots close to nature.

>> See more experiences at West Lake Flower Valley 

>> Refer to some famous tourist attractions in Hanoi

People are walking around Hoan Kiem Lake

Participate in Traditional Festivals

Spring in Hanoi is the season of vibrant traditional festivals, offering a wonderful opportunity for visitors to explore cultural depth while enjoying the picturesque natural scenery. Notable is the Huong Pagoda Festival (February-April) with a spiritual journey on the poetic Yen Stream and exploration of caves and temples. Co Loa Festival (February) at the ancient Co Loa Citadel, associated with the legend of King An Duong Vuong, helps visitors learn more about the history of nation-building through solemn procession rituals and ceremonies... And many other small festivals are held at communal houses and villages throughout Hanoi's inner and outer districts. These rich cultural experiences are undoubtedly what makes spring in Hanoi a popular time to visit.

Besides festivals, incense offerings to pray for peace, luck, and prosperity also take place at many spiritual sites, among which Thang Long Tu Tran, located right in the heart of the capital, is famous.

A performance at the Huong Pagoda Festival 2025

Spring in Hanoi is a synthesis of natural scenery, unique architecture, and impressive traditional festivals. All these elements have transformed Hanoi into an ideal tourist destination, offering unique and unforgettable experiences for any visitor. This rich tapestry of experiences truly answers the question of what makes spring in Hanoi a popular time to visit? Don't hesitate, plan your trip and feel the unique beauty of Hanoi in spring!