Featured Hotels Near Chùa Cực Lạc

Thang Long Hotel is a top choice just a 5-minute walk from Chùa Cực Lạc, blending traditional Vietnamese architecture with modern comfort. Its rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of ancient alleyways and temple rooftops—perfect for catching morning monks chanting. The hotel provides complimentary shuttle service to downtown and offers curated tours to hidden gems like bamboo weaving workshops and water puppet shows, showcasing authentic Hanoi heritage.

Take a Grab ride or rent a bike from downtown—just 15 minutes away. Located east of Hoan Kiem Lake, the area is largely pedestrian-only, making biking eco-friendly and immersive. For public transit, take the metro to Hanoi Station, transfer to the Saint John Line, then walk 800 meters. The temple’s forecourt has a free parking lot, but we recommend shared e-bikes to avoid traffic and save time.

Beyond visiting the golden Buddha statue and century-old bodhi tree, don’t miss the morning meditation sessions led by resident monks daily at 7 AM—only 30,000 VND. Weekends also host tea ceremonies using local mountain tea and handcrafted ceramics, embodying Vietnamese mindfulness. Nearby, the pottery workshop welcomes visitors to create their own blessing bowl—a meaningful souvenir to take home.