this old restored building remined us very much of the old eurpoean style housing particulalrly that built by Gaudi in Barcelona where light is allowed to enter inside the building from the alcoves inside. the building now is very much filled with tourist items but is still worth a quick visit to see how the old houses in this area... More

I won't complain that this was a tourist trap - because I am a tourist, so what should I expect? Plus points: It is interesting to see a preserved 19th century house in the bustle of the Old Quarter of Hanoi, and the place gives a glimpse of how extended families lived not so long ago. Less positive: Not really... More

It is a lot of history there. I brought my whole family to Hanoi and we decided to do the cultural tour to every thing that spoke of the glorious Vietnam revolution!

It is really called the "Traditional House" and showcases how generations of people have lived in previously. What is more it is really nice to take time off from busy Hanoi and visit a really nice, art-sy place.

This was quite an interesting sojourn into a simpler life where family lived and worked very close together. The house was occupied until not that long ago by a family. It's touristy but not a bad way to check out the way things used to be.

Dont ask me why.... This house looked so real! I loved the feeling of those old days in the air. Some days an old artist will sit there and paint his artwork in vietnamese style too. This is part of the best of this house!

Nearly every country or part of a country has typically local ancient houses. The ones in Vietnam are same. Some are well maintained while others are nearly ruins......

This is a really quaint and historic attraction. From the minute you step inside, you feel as if you're a part of history... must see if you enjoy architecture.

A nicely restored house that shows how houses used to be in the old quarter, long and narrow with a series of rooms and courtyards heading back from the street. The entry fee is a nominal fee $.50. The house sells crafts/souvenirs from around the north, generally of better quality and without the tacky stuff you see elsewhere but we... More