Hanoi Christmas 2025: Spectacular places to have fun and take photos.

Christmas 2025 in Hanoi saw a festive atmosphere permeating the streets and shopping malls. With elaborate decorations, the capital offered a variety of experiences, from traditional spaces and bustling pedestrian streets to state-of-the-art shopping complexes.

Christmas decorations in central churches.

Churches such as the Grand Cathedral, Ham Long Church, and Cua Bac Church continue to be the focal point of the festive season. This year, the warm lighting system, along with meticulously prepared nativity scenes and large Christmas trees, attracted not only parishioners but also a large number of tourists to visit and take photos.

Hanoi Cathedral has long been a symbol of the Christmas season.

The allure of Hang Ma pedestrian street and its decorative paradise.

The Ho Guom pedestrian area maintained its position as the "heart" of the festival with street music and art performances. Meanwhile, Hang Ma Street continued to be a must-visit check-in spot with stalls selling Nordic-style accessories and vibrant traditional colors.

Hang Ma Street is vibrant with Christmas atmosphere. (Photo: Vuong Loc) — Hang Ma Street is ablaze with the Christmas spirit.

Luxury experiences at shopping malls

For those who appreciate sophisticated European style, Trang Tien Plaza is a top choice with its distinctive French architecture and classic decor. Conversely, Lotte Mall Tay Ho and Lotte Center Hanoi offer a modern feel with iconic landmarks like the giant crystal Christmas tree, creating trendy photo opportunities.

Trang Tien Plaza shopping center was decorated early, with vibrant Christmas colors. (Photo: Minh Duc) — Trang Tien Plaza shopping center was decorated early, with vibrant Christmas colors.

Lotte Center Hanoi shopping mall has a giant Christmas tree that lights up the street corner. (Photo: Minh Duc) — Lotte Center Hanoi shopping mall has a giant Christmas tree that lights up the street corner.

Entertainment complexes and green spaces

Grand World Hanoi emerged as a phenomenon in 2025 with its recreation of the Venice canals and large-scale light shows. The Vincom shopping mall with its artificial ski slopes and Aeon Mall with its warm, festive atmosphere are also ideal destinations for families. Additionally, the Ecopark urban area offers a peaceful Christmas setting with an outdoor light festival amidst lush greenery.

A private corner at a beautifully decorated cafe.

This Christmas season, minimalist or Scandinavian-style cafes are also becoming favorite meeting places. With warm yellow lighting and soft music, they are ideal spaces to enjoy a slow-paced moment amidst the bustling holiday season.