Also known as Kim Ngưu or Xac Cao Lake, West Lake is a natural freshwater body located in Tay Ho district. Covering an area of 500 hectares with a circumference of approximately 17 kilometers, this serene and picturesque destination offers a tranquil escape where you can immerse yourself in the refreshing atmosphere.
Top Instagrammable Spots around West Lake
Book your flight to Hanoi today and explore the must-visit attractions in the West Lake area that you simply can't miss out on!

A Tranquil Corner of West Lake Where Twilight Casts Its Enchanting Spell @hotay
1. West Lake Flower Valley
Must-Visit Spot at West Lake
The West Lake Flower Valley boasts a diverse array of flowers arranged in a captivating tapestry of colors. Additionally, you'll find a windmill model, a quaint house, and a swing, creating picturesque photo opportunities at every turn.
Each season brings a different bloom to West Lake, from lotus flowers in June to September, sunflowers in July, to white daisies from November to February. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience when visiting the West Lake area.
Specific Address: Intersection of Nhật Chiêu Ward, Nhật Tân, Tây Hồ District, Hanoi.

What are you waiting for? Check in at this heavenly spot right away! @linhchimm
2. West Lake Water Park
Escape the scorching heat of Hanoi on hot summer days by gathering your friends or family and heading to West Lake Water Park to cool off.
Spanning over 8 hectares, the water park has been in operation for over 20 years, featuring both underwater and on-land amusement areas like the Sun Park.
Make your weekends more dynamic with activities like swimming, high-speed sliding, and cable hanging. With safety-assured equipment and regularly filtered water, you can rest assured about the quality and enjoy your time comfortably.
Specific Address: 614 Lac Long Quan Street, Nhật Tân, Tây Hồ District, Hanoi.
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What better way to spend this summer than splashing around at West Lake Water Park? @ngocchoaaaaaa_
3. Tran Quoc Pagoda
Top Instagrammable Spot at West Lake
Spanning over 3000m2, highlighted by the 15m tall Tower of Bao Thap located right in front of the pagoda. This is not only a place where visitors come to seek luck, peace, and love, but also to admire the beautiful and intricate architectural sculptures of Buddha statues and towers.
Specific Address: The pagoda is located on Thanh Nien Street, right next to West Lake and Truc Bach Lake.

A renowned spiritual tourist destination in the West Lake area @hailey_
4. West Lake Promenade
When visiting West Lake, there are countless picturesque spots for you to capture stunning photos. The surrounding area boasts cool, refreshing air, clean streets, and straight paths lined with romantic green trees.
On cool evenings, take a leisurely stroll along the West Lake promenade with friends or loved ones, indulge in snacks and ice cream, admire the romantic sunset, and capture some truly 'chill' Instagram-worthy shots.

Just point your camera at West Lake and you'll capture stunning photos @hothienngaaa
5. Cafes near West Lake
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With a plethora of Instagrammable cafes below, make sure to snap some photos and 'dress up' with your friends for a quick check-in!

A cafe with a Korean vibe. @nhatrongngo

G-kim's coffee and tea spot with an ultra-chill view of West Lake @internet
6. The Instagrammable Alley
A small alley leading straight to West Lake may seem simple, but it's been discovered by many young people and has become a super hot check-in spot at West Lake. This alley is located on Tu Hoa Street, Lane 5, Alley 3, adjacent to a hotel with predominantly white tones.
Though seemingly simple, stepping into it creates a dazzling frame, with white walls adorned with climbing vines on both sides. At the end of the alley, it leads straight to West Lake, creating a view reminiscent of the Western sky.
West Lake Check-in Spot

This small alley is a sought-after check-in spot by many young people @internet
7. The Lonely Tree
Right on an empty grass field in Phu Tay Ho, Quang An Ward, internet users are sharing images of a lone tree by the West Lake shore, exuding a romantic vibe with its solitary presence, making it a bold focal point for your photos.
To reach this spot, head to Xuân Diệu Street, then turn into the West Lake villa area to reach Phu Tay Ho. Amidst an empty space, the lonely tree awaits your arrival.
It's best to come here in the cool evening, as the sunset descends, creating a beautiful setting for you to relax and take photos.

There's also a lonely tree waiting for you to check-in at West Lake @crabbi.tm
8. Phu Tay Ho
A ancient temple built in the 17th century, nestled on the large peninsula of Nghi Tam village, Vinh Thuan district, amidst West Lake, the capital of Hanoi. This place is constructed in the architectural style of three entrances, worshipping the deity Lieu Hanh.

Phu Tay Ho @internet
Here, you will admire the distinctive architecture of the structure. At the same time, during the beginning of each year or festivals, this is a place that attracts tourists to pray for peace and luck for their families and loved ones.
The specific address is located at 52 Dang Thai Mai Street, Quang An Ward, Tay Ho District, Hanoi City.
9. Quang Ba Flower Market
As a specialized market providing wholesale and retail of countless types of decorative flowers, this place is a paradise of fresh flowers with hundreds of stalls lined up next to each other, selling various types of roses, sunflowers, dahlias, lotuses, etc., in all colors, creating a vibrant and colorful space.
During the Tet holiday, the bustling and lively atmosphere at the market goes on day and night. You can choose your favorite bouquets and potted plants to decorate your home.
Specific address: 236 Au Co Street, Quang An, Tay Ho, Hanoi

On Tet days, Quang Ba Flower Market is the busiest and most bustling @thuthuytran.lilam
10. Van Nien Pagoda
Being a temple with a long history spanning thousands of years, located on Lac Long Quan Street, Tay Ho district, it is a destination for many tourists to visit and pray, as the temple is famous for its sacredness.
With unique architecture made from various types of wood and intricate Eastern-style carvings. Surrounding the pagoda is a serene space, creating a gentle feeling so you will feel very relaxed and peaceful when stepping into the temple.
Specific address: 364 Lac Long Quan Street, Xuan La, Tay Ho, Hanoi

The serene scenery at Van Nien Pagoda @tragiang2237
11. Trinh Cong Son Pedestrian Street
Stretching over 900m from the intersection of 612 Lac Long Quan to the slope at the intersection of Au Co dyke. Unlike the bustling atmosphere of Hoan Kiem Pedestrian Street, Trinh Cong Son Pedestrian Street is a newly opened route. This place has a spacious, fresh, and peaceful atmosphere.
Visiting this place, you will enjoy the gentle space at West Lake and create beautiful romantic frames that any virtual living enthusiast would want to visit.

Trinh Cong Son Pedestrian Street is brightly colored. @internet
With the Hồ Tây check-in spots here, surely you have pocketed more places where you can both relax comfortably on the weekend after the hustle and bustle of the urban area, and have beautiful virtual living corners. Currently, there are many airlines operating flights to Hanoi such as: Vietnam Airlines, Bamboo Airways,Vietjet Air, Vietravel Airlines. Don't forget to turn on the Price Alert feature to not miss out on promotions on Mytour.
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