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Getting TO/AROUND: 3. bike - a good way to get around, but also one of the more stressful ones... Imagine being the only biker among thousands of motobikes! Bikes can be rented in many places in the Old Quarter (try Hang Bac street), as well as in some of the hotels. By the way: Don't expect anyone show consideration for you. You'll be the weakest part of the food chain...
4. by foot - definitely one of the best ways to get around in Hanoi. It makes it possible for you to truly discover the city - and its more hidden parts. When walking around, be curious: Check out the narrow lanes and hidden entries. You'll be surprised what can be found there.
5. by taxi - taxis are rather expensive, but this will quickly pay out when you go by more than two persons. Expect to pay about 30000-100000 VND for a ride in Hanoi. The prices are fixed, bargaining is not necessary.
6. by cyclo - cyclos (i.e. rickshaw) are only for tourists. In the Old Quarter, you'll here the ringing of their bells everywhere, but I would recommend not to go with them. Prices are too high (most drivers can easily recognize a naive tourist who is overwhelmed by all the exotic views of his first day in Hanoi). Cyclos are too slow for going to some place quickly, but too fast for taking pictures of the exciting street life around them. Furthermore, you'll sit on the height of all the exhaust fumes...
7. drive your own motobike - this is certainly the best way to get around, if...
...you know the city.
...you're not afraid of millions of other motobikes coming towards you from every direction without any traffic rules
...you like adventures!
Motobikes can be rented at almost every hotel and in some shops in the Old Quarter, especially in Hang Bac street. Compare the prices and you'll be able to save some bucks. Most people choose a 110cm Honda or Yamaha, but if you want to do longer trips, try to get a Minsk. This is a Belorussian motobike that is nearly impossible to break down. It's good for tours in the countryside. Motobikes can also be bought in Hanoi
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