Along Phung Hung street, the arches beneath the old railway have been transformed into an open-air gallery — a series of large murals recreating nostalgic scenes of old Hanoi. It's a charming, photogenic walk through the city's memory.
1. An Open-Air Gallery
A row of former railway arches now frames large-scale murals, turning a once-blank wall into a beloved public art project celebrating Hanoi's heritage.
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2. Scenes of Old Hanoi
The paintings depict nostalgic city life — old trams, street vendors, festivals and vanished trades — a visual love letter to the Hanoi of decades past.
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3. A Photographer's Favourite
The colourful, story-rich murals make wonderful backdrops, popular for portraits and street photography, especially the more three-dimensional trompe-l'oeil scenes.
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4. Where It Sits
It runs close to the Old Quarter and the Long Bien area, easy to fold into a walking or jeep route around the northern edge of the centre.
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5. Visiting Tips
Go in softer morning or late-afternoon light, and take time to read each scene — the murals reward a slow, curious wander.
6. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Phung Hung Mural Street?
A: A public art project where the old railway arches host large murals recreating nostalgic scenes of old Hanoi. Free and photogenic.
Q: What do the murals depict?
A: City life of decades past — old trams, vendors, festivals and vanished trades — a visual celebration of Hanoi's heritage.
Q: Where is it?
A: Along Phung Hung street near the Old Quarter and Long Bien, easy to include on a walking or jeep route.
