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Christmas 2023 is coming soon, when everyone is immersed in the cool and bustling atmosphere throughout the streets of the capital. Save the most attractive Christmas destinations in Hanoi below to explore with Mytour with friends, family or loved ones.
Visit the sparkling churches
1. Hanoi Cathedral
Address: 40 Nhà Chung, Hàng Trống, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
If Notre-Dame Cathedral is a symbol of Saigon tourism, then in Hanoi, St. Joseph's Cathedral is also a landmark not to be missed. The cathedral was built in 1884 with a standard European Gothic architectural design and a history of over 100 years. The high walls, countless windows, characteristic vaulted ceilings, and moss-covered exterior are the most impressive features.
Located in the city center and near Hoan Kiem Lake, every year during Christmas, this place attracts a large number of tourists and locals. According to Hanoi travel experience, it is recommended to visit very early, otherwise you will have to squeeze through a very crowded sea of people from early evening. When both the faithful and tourists flock to admire the decorated cathedral, there are also very interesting activities such as Christmas concerts, caroling, etc.
2. Ham Long Church
Address: 21 Hàm Long, Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
If you don't like the crowded scene when people flock to St. Joseph's Cathedral, then Mytour suggests you can switch to Ham Long Church to celebrate Christmas in Hanoi. In terms of size and architecture, this is also one of the most beautiful churches in the capital.
Although not as grand as St. Joseph's Cathedral, Ham Long Church also scores points for its simple and harmonious architecture. Every year during Christmas, the space here becomes shimmering with various colored lights, mixed with activities such as caroling, masses, and more.
3. Cua Bac Church
Address: 56 Phan Đình Phùng, Quán Thánh, Ba Đình, Hà Nội
Cua Bac Church features distinctive French architectural style, impressing with its non-traditional symmetrical rules. Instead, it is built in a rectangular shape, tilted with a tall bell tower on the right and balanced with a vault in the center. Particularly, the tiled roof of the church bears the characteristic style of Vietnam, so Cua Bac Church is often considered a typical example of a combination of European and Vietnamese architectural styles.
On Christmas Eve, Cua Bac Church usually attracts a large number of people to attend the mass. The space is decorated magnificently with a nativity scene, where Jesus is born, and the ringing of the bells captivates every visitor.
Stroll around when the streets are lit up for Christmas
4. Hang Ma Street
Address: 80-60 Hang Ma, Hang Bo, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Hang Ma Street is an ideal destination for Christmas in Hanoi. During Christmas, the street becomes lively with various colorful items for sale such as Christmas trees, snow globes, and Santa Claus stuffed animals. You can come here to shop for yourself, take a stroll, or take commemorative photos with friends.
5. Hoan Kiem Walking Street
Address: Consists of 16 streets around Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake has long been a prominent tourist destination in Hanoi attracting many young visitors. Especially during Christmas, it becomes even more attractive with colorful lights. If you like, you can take a romantic stroll with your loved one on the pedestrian street or visit the night market with many unique items for sale.
You can easily come across images of Santa Claus giving gifts to children, colorful balloons, or join in fun street games. But what about those who are still single and fun-loving? Don't worry, choose a corner in the 'Old Street Cafe' on Hang Gai Street to enjoy the sparkling scenery of Hoan Kiem Lake from above, while sipping a famous egg coffee of Hanoi.
6. West Lake Park
Address: 614 Lac Long Quan, Nhat Tan, Tay Ho, Hanoi
West Lake Park becomes more vibrant than ever around Christmas thanks to many scenes set up in both Water Park and Sun Park. Besides taking photos, checking in, and trying your hand at many fun games suitable for all ages, visitors can also participate in many lively art activities taking place in various locations of the park.
7. Time City
Address: Vinh Tuy, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
Time City is always one of the top places to visit for Christmas in Hanoi, with its lavish decorations and eye-catching designs that attract both adults and children. As night falls, Time City becomes even more dazzling with its iconic Christmas deer lit up, Christmas trees adorned with twinkling lights. A must-visit spot here is the square with a water music stage right in the center of the urban area.
8. Royal City
Address: 72A Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi
Royal City is also decorated early like Time City with familiar Christmas images such as reindeer, Christmas trees, snowmen... or a dazzling array of lights in the Royal Square area within the urban area. Every year, this is also a top spot to visit for Christmas in Hanoi, attracting a large number of visitors to the point of no room to move.
Therefore, tourists may consider arriving early and taking advantage of the opportunity to capture some beautiful commemorative photos. Or if you are a shopping enthusiast, you should visit here, to both feel the Christmas atmosphere and visit your favorite stores.
9. Beer Street Ta Hien
Address: Ta Hien Street, Hang Buom, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Beer Street Ta Hien is a famous Hanoi tourist destination on par with Bui Vien Street in Saigon. It not only attracts the youth of the capital city but also impresses foreign tourists. Located in the heart of the ancient Hanoi, Ta Hien Street becomes more crowded and bustling at night with various attractive street entertainment programs. During Christmas, this place will become a lively gathering place for many young people.
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10. Food Street Hang Buom
Address: Hang Buom Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi
This Christmas falls on Thursday and Friday, so if you have little time, you can gather at Hang Buom Street, the culinary paradise of Hanoi. The stalls are open from 7:30 pm to midnight on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Here we will have private moments together and enjoy all kinds of delicious dishes from domestic to international. If you're visiting Hanoi for Christmas and want to have a full belly holiday season, don't forget to visit this attractive place.
11. Alley Beer Lost in Hong Kong
Address: 12 Dao Duy Tu, Hang Buom Ward, Hoan Kiem District
Although it seems unrelated, this Hong Kong-style alley is very suitable for Christmas with all kinds of neon lights and colorful signs. If you're looking for a super cool background to check-in with your besties, don't forget, in this alley, you can enjoy a variety of good fresh beer and some light snacks in this ideal cool weather.
12. Noel Bamboo Tree
Instead of setting up a regular Christmas tree, Ecopark chose bamboo shoots as the main highlight for Christmas 2023. Despite the cold weather in winter, this new check-in point still attracts thousands of visitors. The Noel Bamboo Tree is located in the Summer Park at the Ecopark urban area in East Hanoi, 25m high and divided into 3 areas for convenient photo shooting.
The top layer is a bamboo shoot made up of color-changing LED panels, while the bottom layer is a zone that recreates a Northern European village with snow-covered roofs, distinctive doors, Christmas trees, etc. At certain times, the management will make it snow in the village to serve visitors for fun and photos. The scenes with snow-covered branches around are also a favorite check-in spot for many young people, reminiscent of a cold winter.
As the night falls, the Noel Bamboo Tree becomes even more sparkling under the lights. The dense greenery and colorful flower bushes add to the beauty of this place, turning the Summer Park into the most attractive Christmas destination in Hanoi.
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13. Cafe 1994
Address: 83 Nguyễn Ngọc Vũ, Trung Hoà, Cầu Giấy, Hà Nội
December is approaching, and it's also the time when the capital's streets begin to prepare for the upcoming Christmas season. Especially noteworthy is Cafe 1994, where customers can enjoy an early Noel with Christmas trees, giant Santa Claus models, and many special drinks. The cafe's space is beautifully decorated in the dominant Christmas tone, extremely appealing.
14. Trill Rooftop Cafe & Bistro
Address: Hei Tower, 1 Ngụy Như Kon Tum, Nhân Chính, Thanh Xuân, Hà Nội
Trill Rooftop Cafe & Bistro is one of Hanoi's cafes with a breezy space all year round, and it's also a must-visit place for Christmas in Hanoi in 2023. Located on the 26th floor of Hei Tower with a spacious area of 420m2, the cafe has many different seating areas, with a panoramic view of the city where you can admire the bustling Christmas scene below.
The Christmas-themed decor is incredibly cute with familiar images such as Santa Claus, reindeers made of LED lights, tall Christmas trees, and colorful gift boxes... making many diners delighted, without worrying about missing impressive shots for their photos.
15. Càfê RuNam
Address: 13 Nhà Thờ, Hàng Trống, Quận Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
Located on bustling Nhà Thờ street, Càfê RuNam stands out with its impressive European-style design. Especially if you're not sure where to go for Christmas in Hanoi, you can visit here to admire the distinctly decorated style.
Here, we no longer see the glittering, sparkling images as usual, instead, there are small Christmas motifs adorned on a warm brown background, creating a Christmas atmosphere that fills every corner.
16. La Fleur Tea and Dessert Café
Address: 9 Nguyễn Khắc Cần, Quận Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
The space is beautifully decorated with a winter atmosphere filling every corner, La Fleur is not only a luxurious tea and dessert destination beloved by dessert enthusiasts, but also a top name endorsed enthusiastically by Hot Instagramers on social media. Especially, the Christmas cake menu at La Fleur is also a huge plus for foodies.
17. Eden Coffee
Address: 2 Nhà Thờ, Quận Hoàn Kiếm, Hà Nội
This cafe is located near the area of St. Joseph's Cathedral with a spacious, airy view that is delightful. The entire green space on the rooftop with decorative lights, blending with the super surreal Gothic background of St. Joseph's Cathedral nearby, makes you feel like you're in some heavenly garden.
In addition to the rooftop area, the indoor area with cute Moroccan-style furniture also scores big points. Every corner in the cafe is extremely impressive.
Many shopping centers have been beautifully decorated
18. Vincom Ba Trieu
Address: 191 Ba Trieu, Le Dai Hanh Ward, Hai Ba Trung District
Vincom Ba Trieu is located in the heart of Hanoi, attracting many visitors, especially children, to come and enjoy the Christmas festivities every year. Families visiting here will enjoy many special activities such as Santa Claus and Snow Princess circus performances, and admire the 'snowy street'...
19. Vincom Nguyen Chi Thanh
Address: 54A Nguyen Chi Thanh, Lang Thuong Ward, Dong Da District
Another popular destination for young people during Christmas is Vincom Nguyen Chi Thanh. Conveniently located in the city center, near central areas, universities, and with many exciting activities, Vincom Nguyen Chi Thanh has become an interesting playground in the capital.
The Christmas space with its dominant red color is ready to welcome visitors with a dazzling space no less than in previous years. Come and enjoy the comfortable atmosphere with your friends and family.
20. Aeon Mall Long Bien
Address: 27 Co Linh, Long Bien District
Despite being quite far from the city center, Aeon Mall Long Bien is also a well-known Christmas destination in Hanoi. All visitors here have warm, happy moments in the peaceful and bustling Christmas atmosphere. Like many other shopping centers, Christmas activities at Aeon Mall are completely free so everyone can join.
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For those who love peaceful spaces
21. Dong Mo Eco-tourism Area
Address: Son Tay Town - Ba Vi District, Hanoi
For families looking for a cool and refreshing Christmas destination, Dong Mo Eco-tourism Area is a must-visit. Located in the suburbs of the capital, this place is surrounded by greenery with lush green lawns, large lakes, and unique ancient Cham towers. Your Christmas holiday will be full of exciting experiences when you visit here.
22. Ba Vi National Park
Address: Ba Vi District, Hanoi
Ba Vi National Park is located about 50km from the center of Hanoi, making it a suitable Christmas destination for those who prefer a more leisurely pace. This national park is part of the Ba Vi mountain range, embracing the majestic and beautiful mountainous landscape. Choosing this place as a holiday destination is an opportunity for you to immerse yourself in the fresh air and admire the cool, natural greenery.
23. Tam Dao, Vinh Phuc
Tam Dao is strategically located on the Tam Dao mountain range, with an altitude of over 900m above sea level, so the climate is cool and fresh all year round. Just about 80km from Hanoi, travelers can book cheap Hanoi hotels in advance, travel here for the day, and return, making it very convenient to explore the capital. Christmas in the cool climate of the highlands is incomparable. You can visit famous tourist destinations here such as Thac Bac Waterfall, Heaven's Gate, Rung Rinh Peak, Tay Thien Pagoda... or enjoy a warm cup of coffee while admiring the surrounding scenery.
Christmas is approaching, bringing with it a lively and slightly chilly atmosphere to the winter days in Hanoi. If you're still unsure where to celebrate Christmas in Hanoi, don't miss out on the destinations we've introduced here, to have warm, festive moments awaiting the New Year.
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