Ba Vi National Park – Hanoi

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Just a short drive from Hanoi, visitors will find the Ba Vi National Park. Often overlooked by foreign tourists, and nicknamed “Hanoi’s Lung”, the park tends to be more popular with locals. With three mountain peaks and verdant forests, Ba Vi is worth adding to your Vietnam itinerary. Location Setup more like an adventure park, Ba Vi is 38 miles (61.4 kilometers) outside of …

Tam Dao National Park – Vinh Phuc Province

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In the mountains outside of Hanoi, in northwest Vietnam, visitors can find the Tam Dao National Park. Encompassing the Tam Dao Mountain Range, this national park was once a popular resort area for French colonists. Today, the park continues to have a flurry of human and animal activity. Boasting both remote and developed areas, the national park is an ideal location for …

Bai Tu Long Bay National Park – Quảng Ninh Province

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Often overshadowed by its nearby neighbor, Ha Long Bay, Bai Tu Long Bay National Park boasts the same beauty with fewer tourists. Underdeveloped and immaculate, the park is divided into both terrestrial and aquatic zones. One of only seven amphibian national parks in Vietnam, and ideal for travelers willing to take the time to wander off the beaten path, Bai Tu Long will …

Ba Bê National Park – Bắc Kạn Province

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Protecting Vietnam’s largest lake and multiple ethnic communities, Ba Bê National Park puts visitors up close and personal with the country’s natural beauty and diverse culture. Lined with limestone mountains and dotted with villages, this national park is full of lush green valleys, obscure waterfalls, and caves. These stunning features make Ba Bê National Park an …

Hoàng Liên National Park – near Sapa

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Home to the country’s tallest mountains, Hoàng Liên National Park is one of the most coveted areas in Vietnam. Known for its dense vegetation, this park preserves some of the country’s most primitive beauty. Impressive altitudes within Hoang Lien range from 3,281 feet (1,000 meters) to 10,312 feet (3,143 meters), drawing in adventurers who aim to conquer Vietnam’s highest …

Bach Moc Luong Tu Mountain – near Sapa

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Crowned as Vietnam’s fourth-tallest mountain with a height of 9,990.157 feet (3,045 meters), Bach Moc Luong Tu is enjoying the spotlight amongst the country’s young travelers. Now a hit destination, the mountain’s cloud-covered landscape has become a much-loved feature in Vietnam. Summiting Bach Moc Luong Tu takes a while and hikers need to prepare for a hard trek, but once …

Vietcombank Tower Saigon – Ho Chi Minh City

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Completed in 2015, the Vietcombank Tower Saigon is one of Ho Chi Minh City’s newest Class A business buildings. Boasting a modern design and staggered appearance, this structure stands out among the Saigon skyline. Focused on business activities, the Vietcombank Tower Saigon includes both commercial and tourist interests. With a premier location, the tower has become an …

Phu Si Lung Mountain – near Sapa

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Measuring at 10,091.85 feet (3,076 meters), Phu Si Lung, Vietnam’s second tallest mountain, is in the same area as Fansipan, only much more remote. Teetering on Vietnam’s border with China, much of the mountain’s base sits in a foreign land. Harder to access than Fansipan, Phu Si Lung’s beauty still attracts avid mountaineers. The History Once the site of confrontation …

Pu Ta Leng Mountain – near Sapa

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Nicknamed "Green Paradise" by hikers, Pu Ta Leng is located in the Lai Cai Province, similar to Fansipan and Phu Si Lung, and is the third tallest peak in Vietnam. Although easier to climb than Pu Ta Leng, this 10,003.28 foot (3,049 meters) mountain requires a local guide to reach its peak. The mountain’s lush landscape is dotted with streams, which makes it an eye-catching …

Fansipan (Phan Xi Pang) Mountain – near Sapa

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Standing at 10,325.7 ft (3,147.3 m), Fansipan is the tallest mountain in Vietnam and the Indochinese Peninsula. As the highest peak in the region, Fansipan has gained the nickname the ‘Roof of Indochina’. Strenuous and steep, the trek to the summit can take days, although an alternate route exists, using a cable car to take visitors to the top. The History Formed between the …

Saigon One Tower – Ho Chi Minh City

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Sitting abandoned on Ton Duc Thang Street in Vietnam, the Saigon One Tower is considered a 42-floor ghost within Ho Chi Minh City. Never completed, though to a passerby it still seems under construction, this structure would have been the country's 9th tallest high rise. Carrying a grim tale, the Saigon One Tower now haunts the city and its residents. Location Standing on …

Keangnam Hanoi Residential Tower 1 & 2

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Within the same complex as the Keangnam Landmark Tower 72, there are two shorter residential towers: the Keangnam Hanoi Residential Tower 1 and the Keangnam Hanoi Residential Tower 2. Having fewer levels than the complex’s main tower, both the Keangnam Hanoi Residential Tower 1 & 2 have 49 floors, all of which feature luxury apartments. Location Standing tall over …

VietinBank Business Center Tower Hanoi

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Under construction and set to be opened in 2023, the VietinBank Business Center Tower will be the third tallest building in Vietnam upon its completion. Designed to be a complex, this multi-use skyscraper will feature restaurants, shops, offices, residences, a hotel, and an observation deck. Location The VietinBank Business Center Tower is located in the Khu Thi Ciputra …

Bitexco Financial Tower – Ho Chi Minh City

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Another skyscraper that extends towards the clouds is the Bitexco Financial Tower in Ho Chi Minh City. This building is comprised of 68 floors and houses multiple offices, shops, and restaurants as well as the Saigon Skydeck. Location Towering over the city, the Bitexco Financial Tower sits on the riverbank in Ho Chi Minh City’s Central Business District. Easily …

Keangnam Landmark Tower 72 – Hanoi

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In Hanoi, the Keangnam Landmark Tower 72, also known as the AON Hanoi Landmark Tower, is the city’s tallest building. Providing excellent views of the surrounding area, this building was once the tallest in the country. Now the second tallest, after the Landmark 81 in Ho Chi Minh City, Landmark 72 is still a popular place for business and leisure in Hanoi. Location This …

Lotte Center Hanoi

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While it may not be the tallest building in Vietnam, Lotte Center is still a prominent skyscraper that completes Hanoi’s skyline. This sharp-edged, modern architectural style structure rises 65 floors, providing visitors with an elevated view of the city. Featuring a multi-use design, the Lotte Center boasts offices, residences, a hotel, spa, department store, various …

Landmark 81 – Ho Chi Minh City

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Holding the title of the tallest building in Vietnam, as well as Southeast Asia, Landmark 81 is a must-see spectacle. Rising above the city streets, this skyscraper has a distinct, modern architectural style. Landmark 81 is a mixed-use building that features offices, apartments, a hotel, dining, high-end shopping, and an observation deck. Location Part of an urban complex, …