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Is Hanoi Train Street still open?

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The "Train Street" area remains bustling with tourists—especially in the evenings, with plenty of dining and entertainment—but you should keep the following points in mind to ensure a safe visit:

Since early 2026 Hanoi has cut passenger trains and stopped freight trains through the area, so trains are fewer and harder to predict.
Don't pay anyone who invites you into a café to "watch the train"; those cafés operate illegally.
A legal alternative: Hoa Xa café inside Long Bien Station, overlooking the tracks.

Note: never stand on the rails or take photos close to a moving train.

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