Top 10 Stunning Free Photoshoot Spots in Da Lat

“Da Lat is the place where even just 1 square meter can capture 10 different photo styles,”

Top 10 Free Photoshoot Locations in Da Lat

1. Van Thanh Flower Village

Located approximately 3 km from the city center, along 3/2 Street, when you reach Saigon - Da Lat Hotel, turn left towards Cam Ly direction, and you will behold the oldest and most famous flower village in Da Lat.

Not only verdant with vast flower fields, but also diverse in types and colors of flowers, from simple pure white, gentle pink, glamorous yellow to luxurious deep red, always sufficient to immerse you in a diverse and vibrant floral world, forgetting your way back.

2. Cau Dat Tea Hill – Cool Campsite

From the center of Da Lat city, simply follow Tran Hung Dao - Hung Vuong Street and follow the signs to Cool Campsite. Then, ask any local along the way to get to Xuan Truong village. Many young people have come here to take souvenir photos, enjoy the cool and fresh air, taste a bit of young tea leaves to savor its special bitterness.

Here, visitors will have the opportunity to see local women gracefully picking tea leaves, witness delicate white flowers, breathe in their fragrance, or admire tiny, round tea buds under the old tea trees.

In the distance is the serene waters of Phat Chi Lake, calm and tranquil, where all the worries and hustle and bustle of daily life seem to vanish when you come here.

To visit Cau Dat Tea Hill, the best time is the last months of the year because of the beautiful weather, lush greenery, and wild sunflowers blooming abundantly along the village path, creating a picturesque scene.

3. Jungle Inn

Maintaining the pristine beauty of the wilderness, the owner of Ma Rung Lodge has crafted a 'magical' scene with the fish pond, ornamental trees, or enchanting wooden houses that captivate visitors upon arrival.

To reach Ma Rung Lodge, you'll traverse rough dirt and rocky roads about 25km from the center of Da Lat city in the direction of Suoi Vang. Though the journey may be challenging, conquering these roads will leave you in awe of the beauty this place offers.

In addition to the romantic and sentimental scenery, this place is also an interesting stopover with neatly arranged, clean houses bearing whimsical names like: Purple House, Yellow House,... at very affordable prices suitable for nature-loving backpackers.

4. Dankia Lake - Golden Stream - Solitary Tree

Located in Lat commune, Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province, Dankia Lake - Golden Stream not only leaves a strong impression with its unique name, but also provides tourists with wonderful experiences amidst a picturesque, peaceful natural landscape, surrounded by beautiful pine hills.

In the early morning, mist mingling with the water vapor creates a surreal space over the lake, leaving one mesmerized.

5. Lac Duong Grass Hill

Covering over 10 hectares of grassland, the once barren white hill in Da Sar commune, Lac Duong district has now become an ideal tourist and photography spot for many visitors, especially the youth and nature enthusiasts.

It is known that in the early days of summer, May and June, this type of grass grows rapidly and blooms with white flowers all over the Central Highlands.

To reach this grass hill, you have to travel over 40km, including forest trails, so the most suitable means of transportation is a motorcycle.

However, at this time, Da Lat is entering the rainy season, so you need to schedule your visit in the morning for easier movement and to capture more beautiful photos.

6. Tà Nung Buckwheat Flower

The Buckwheat Flower Garden in Dalat is situated in Ta Nung commune, Lam Ha district on the way from Dalat to Elephant Waterfall. Although not as vast as a field in the Northwest, it is enough to excite and thrill visitors who long to come here to admire the enticing pink and white hues of the buckwheat flowers.

The buckwheat plants here stand about 1.3m tall, with branching trunks, either green or red in color. Clusters of flowers bloom at the ends of the branches, displaying shades of white and pink.

While previously one had to travel thousands of kilometers to the Northwestern provinces to immerse themselves in the buckwheat fields, now you can witness this flower species in Dalat.

7. Dalat Pedagogical College

When traveling to Dalat, you must visit the Pedagogical College at least once. It is a unique architectural work bearing European influences, yet also seamlessly integrates many indigenous architectural details to create a harmonious blend of Eastern and Western architecture.

From the entrance, flanked by two pine trees, the front courtyard features flower beds, with many petunias planted. Behind are rows of classrooms with beautiful views. With architecture dating back to ancient times, the pathways and doorways of the college make for incredibly picturesque scenes.

8. Dalat Railway Station

The Dalat Railway Station is a favorite photo spot for couples on their wedding day and young travelers visiting Dalat. The station features unique architecture, from the locomotive head, cog railway tracks, to the interior space of the train compartments...

You can wear stylish outfits and accessories... waiting for a train, admire the scenery through the large windows, or confidently step onto the train car to begin an exploration of Dalat.

9. Thiên Phúc Đức Hill

Thiên Phúc Đức Hill is one of the most ideal places to watch clouds in the city. Located opposite LangBiang, from here you can admire the majestic landscape of this most famous landmark when visiting Dalat.

What sets it apart is the image of a solitary pine tree on the hilltop, leaning to one side as if waiting for someone, lonely and isolated amidst Dalat's cool air.

From the sparkling night sky to the dazzling space filled with endless green pines during the day, and drifting in shades of purple and red at sunset, all that beauty makes your heart skip a beat.

10. Lam Vien Square

As one of the most sought-after spots by the youth in early 2016, Lam Vien Square in Dalat captivates with its incredibly cool and unique architecture, allowing you to express your own style.

Lam Vien Square is located in the 'heart' of the city, facing Xuan Huong Lake with a total area of 72,000 square meters. Not only remarkable for its spacious and airy atmosphere, Lam Vien Square also impresses with its gigantic artistic structure featuring wild sunflowers and giant glass-designed flower buds.

With 10 free photo spots listed above, are you ready for a trip to Dalat now?

By Lan Anh

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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour