Popular photo spots in Hanoi during National Day

From the flag-strewn Old Quarter to the historic Ba Dinh Square, many locations in the capital have become attractive check-in spots for tourists during the 80th anniversary of National Day.

VnExpress introduces check-in spots based on the criteria of being visited by many people, spread across various areas of Hanoi , with photo opportunities ranging from panoramic views to close-ups.

Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Ward

The Old Quarter, centered around Hang Ma Street and adjacent streets such as Hang Luoc, Hang Cot, Gam Cau, Au Trieu, etc., is brightly decorated with red flags bearing yellow stars. In particular, flags of all sizes are hung closely together, forming vibrant red "roofs," a favorite backdrop for many photos. Photo: Phung Van Tung

O Quan Chuong historical site, Hoan Kiem ward

O Quan Chuong, the only remaining gate of the ancient Thang Long citadel, combines traditional and Western styles, with three arched gateways on the lower level and a watchtower on the upper level. Rows of red flags with yellow stars both in front and behind the gate create a meaningful photo opportunity. Photo: Tung Dinh

Hang Chao Street, O Cho Dua Ward

The street, approximately 300 meters long, was adorned with 600 strings of flags. Each string had 20 flags, totaling 12,000 small flags, along with 50 large Party and national flags. Three large flags, measuring 3x2 meters, were erected in the center and at both ends of the street, creating a vibrant focal point. Photo: Tung Dinh

The historic Ba Dinh Square

As the center of commemorative activities, Ba Dinh Square stands out with its large sign bearing the words "1945-2025" in red on a lotus background, erected in front of the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

This is the main decorative element for the parade and procession, attracting thousands of locals and tourists who come to take photos from early morning until late afternoon. For the best photo, visitors should choose a low-angle shot, capturing the entire sign against the blue sky. Photo: Truong Minh Bao

Thang Long Imperial Citadel, Ba Dinh Ward

If you're looking for a spacious, historically rich setting, you can visit Thang Long Imperial Citadel.

Many areas inside the historical site are also decorated with the national flag, creating beautiful backdrops. The advantage of this location is that it's not as crowded as the central streets; however, visitors need to buy tickets to enter. Popular photo spots include the area near the Đoan Môn gate or the gate leading to Hoàng Diệu street. Photo: Trương Minh Bảo

The old Shark's Mouth Building, Hoan Kiem Ward

The fence surrounding the demolition site of the old Shark's Mouth building has been decorated with dozens of large national flags.

This project was completed on August 19th and immediately became a new photo spot for locals and tourists. Its prime location right next to Hoan Kiem Lake also makes it easy for visitors to combine sightseeing with taking many beautiful photos. Photo: Rot's Blog

In addition to panoramic shots, locals and tourists can also choose close-up shots.

On bus routes

Many city buses were also filled with the National Day spirit. The photo shows bus route 86 from Noi Bai Airport to downtown Hanoi. National flags and Party flags were displayed throughout the bus. Photo: Phong Kieu

Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters, Ba Dinh ward

The large number 80 symbol placed outside the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters on Ton That Dam Street is one of the new attractions drawing the attention of tourists. The structure not only celebrates the 80th anniversary of National Day but also commemorates the 80th anniversary of the establishment of Vietnam's diplomatic service.

The spacious area allows visitors to easily capture panoramic photos, combining the iconic number 80 with the backdrop of Ba Dinh Square and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in the distance. Photo: Truong Minh Bao

Cheka Cafe, Ha Dong Ward

This is one of the most popular cafes during this period. Since mid-July, the cafe has been decorated with National Day themes in various styles. Customers can also rent traditional Vietnamese ao dai dresses for 60,000 VND per set. During this time, the cafe is offering drinks including "Red Flag of Freedom," a strawberry tea, and "Golden Star of Pride," a golden lotus oolong tea. The cafe is open from 7 AM to 10 PM daily. Photo: Tung Dinh

Laika coffee shop chain

Besides individual cafes, several food and beverage chains with multiple locations throughout Hanoi are also impressively decorated. With locations in various wards such as Cau Giay, Tay Ho, Hoan Kiem, Dong Da, Ha Dong, and Thanh Xuan, Laika Cafe features indoor and outdoor scenic spots for customers to pose for photos. This time, the cafe is also offering a special drink for 29,000 VND to commemorate September 2nd, served in red cups. (Photo: Laika)

Hang Ma Souvenir Street

Hang Ma Street has become an ideal photo spot with its close-up shots against a backdrop of countless souvenirs and decorations celebrating the 80th National Day, primarily in red and gold. Tourists can come here to take photos and buy many meaningful products. Photo: Rot's Blog

To get the perfect check-in photos during the holiday, visitors can refer to the following tips:

Choose the "golden hour": To avoid crowds and take advantage of the most beautiful natural light, tourists should go photography in the early morning.

Versatile in terms of equipment: Cameras will provide the best quality with wide-angle shots, capturing more detail on streets lined with flags. Meanwhile, smartphones are perfectly adequate for close-up shots or simpler shots.

Customize your shooting angle: Use a wide-angle lens to capture the grandeur of the entire street. Conversely, a telephoto lens (long focal length) will help you "define" and focus on a few distant flags, creating images with depth.

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