Hanoi Electric Car Tour
Electric car tour is a good chance for people to get to know some friendly locals, because not only foreigners but also Vietnamese from all over the country love the car for its safety, affordability, and friendliness with the environment.
For a tour around Hanoi’s Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake area in 2025, visitors have numerous transportation options: hiring a “xich lo” (Vietnamese cyclo), utilizing “xe om” (motor-taxi service), riding a bicycle, or simply walking. Additionally, for an eco-friendly alternative, tourists can hop on the electric cars that provide a short and informational city tour tailored specifically for visitors.
Where can I find electric cars?
Once you've decided to explore the Old Quarter by electric car, you may wonder where to catch one. Numerous electric cars traverse the streets, but tickets must be purchased at designated terminals. The ticket stall is conveniently located on Dinh Tien Hoang Street, the tree-lined avenue adjacent to Hoan Kiem Lake and the pedestrian street that operates on weekends. This spot is easily recognizable, marked by several electric cars parked nearby and a queue of eager passengers.
Ticket price, route, and time - everything you need to know
To secure a seat in an electric car and enjoy a 45-minute ride through the heart of Hanoi, prepare to spend around 25,000 VND per person, which is approximately $1.05 USD. The pricing is uniform for both locals and foreigners, and children under 5 years travel for free. Each vehicle accommodates a maximum of 8 passengers at a time, and bulky luggage is not permitted.
The tour spans approximately 7km with 10 designated stops, with Dinh Tien Hoang Street serving as both the departure and return point. The itinerary includes up to 28 commercial streets, 13 historic streets, 3 pagodas, 8 significant historical sites, and numerous attractions around the Hoan Kiem Lake area and Dong Xuan Market.
Electric cars are operational from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, and again from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Tours commence whenever the car reaches full capacity.
Fun facts about electric cars
The electric car tour was officially launched on July 17th, 2010, commemorating Hanoi’s 1000th anniversary. It serves as a nostalgic reminder of an era when bicycles and electric trains were the primary means of transport in the city!
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During the city tour, passengers can enjoy beautiful nostalgic songs about Hanoi played through the car’s speaker system. Passengers are also provided with historical narrations of each street the car traverses; however, they are primarily in Vietnamese.
This tour is a wonderful opportunity to meet friendly locals, as not just foreigners but also Vietnamese citizens from various regions enjoy the safety, affordability, and environmental friendliness of this transportation option. The electric cars attract Hanoians, particularly the elderly and children, along with anyone interested in exploring their city from a new perspective.
Looking ahead, a new electric car tour around West Lake—a cultural and historical centerpiece and the largest lake in Hanoi—is set to launch soon, featuring an 18km route.
Relax and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Hanoi with an electric car tour!
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