Trending Christmas 2025 photo spots in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

The vibrant festive atmosphere of Christmas 2025 is enveloping every street with sparkling lights, characteristic red and green colors, and bustling activities. Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City have elaborately decorated spaces, creating numerous check-in spots that young people flock to from morning until late at night.

From churches and pedestrian streets to shopping malls, Chinatowns, and cafes, unique holiday-themed concepts can be found everywhere, such as fairytale forests, candy-themed decorations, Nordic-inspired lighting, oversized teddy bears, and cozy minimalist styles.

Popular Christmas photo spots in Hanoi.

Below is a list of the hottest Instagrammable spots in Hanoi for Christmas 2025.

Hanoi Cathedral

Hanoi Cathedral has long been a symbol of the Christmas season, and in 2025 it continues to affirm its position as a "national check-in spot." From the beginning of December, the entire area in front of the cathedral has been decorated with warm yellow lights, a giant Christmas tree, and a nativity scene.

Long lines of people queued up to take photos, especially young people and foreign tourists wanting to capture the festive moments in the heart of Hanoi. Besides the Grand Cathedral, the Cua Bac Church and Ham Long Church were also brightly decorated, becoming popular choices for young people to check in and take photos for social media.

The cathedral was beautifully decorated with warm yellow lights and a giant Christmas tree. (Photo: Vuong Loc)

Hang Ma Street

Hang Ma Street is Hanoi's largest center for selling festive decorations. This Christmas season, Hang Ma Street continues to be adorned with a dazzling display of shops overflowing with wreaths, LED lights, reindeer figurines, mini Christmas trees, and European-style decor accessories. Miniature scenes are set up right in front of the shops for customers to take photos, creating an atmosphere like a small Christmas market.

Block D6 Trung Tu Complex

Block D6 Trung Tu, a familiar shopping, dining, and art complex for young people, received a more extensive Christmas decoration in 2025. The more than 100-meter-long alley was covered in LED lights, with miniature Christmas trees placed along both sides, and strings of lights hanging from the ceiling creating the feeling of stepping into a light tunnel. Cafes and fashion stores within the complex simultaneously changed their decor to Christmas colors – red and green – creating a unique festive street in the heart of Hanoi.

The Christmas atmosphere is vibrant throughout the small alley these days. (Photo: Moo:d kafe)

Coffee shop system decorated for Christmas

This Christmas season has seen significant investment in Hanoi's cafes. For example, À Cote Cafe (Au Co Street) stands out with its Christmas-themed decor, resembling a charming little village in faraway Northern Europe. Miami Coffee (Duy Tan Street) has become a favorite photo spot for young people and office workers.

All Day Coffee remains true to its classic Christmas concept with a large wreath, scented candles, and wooden walls creating a warm, elegant atmosphere.

The restaurants all have a consistent decor both inside and out, making it easy for customers to capture photos that perfectly capture the festive atmosphere.

At À Cote Cafe, Christmas is as beautiful as a small Nordic village. (Photo: À Cote Cafe)

Shopping malls

Shopping malls in Hanoi such as Vincom, AEON Mall, Lotte Mall... are always prime spots for Christmas due to their luxurious spaces and large decorated areas. This year, Lotte Mall Tay Ho impressed with a giant Christmas tree placed right in the outdoor square. Inside, a series of miniature scenes and giant gift boxes became a favorite photo spot for families.

A giant Christmas tree also rose in front of Lotte Center Hanoi, brightening up a corner of the street. (Photo: Minh Duc)

Meanwhile, The Linc ParkCity Hanoi is stunning with its fairytale-like decor and a dazzling staircase illuminated with lights. Especially noteworthy is the free check-in feature available here this Christmas season.

Ecopark Candy Garden

In 2025, a "wonderland" will be located at Marina Arc Square, Thuy Nguyen subdivision, with a candy village theme. The space includes: a colorful candy garden, a giant Christmas tree covered with materials simulating snow and sugar, a series of large balloons, and a light pathway surrounding the lake, consisting of millions of LED lights creating a dazzling scene at night.

Ecopark is especially appealing to young children, as they can experience a mini reindeer sleigh ride, participate in the light festival, and take photos with Santa Claus who appears on weekends. With its spacious and airy environment and numerous activities, it's an ideal check-in and fun destination for the whole family during the holiday season.

Popular Christmas photo spots in Ho Chi Minh City

Let's take a look at some of the hottest Christmas check-in spots in Ho Chi Minh City.

Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral is one of the most elaborately decorated locations for Christmas 2025. Although Christmas is still three weeks away, the area has already attracted a large number of locals and tourists thanks to its lighting system featuring 1,000km of LED string lights, double the amount from last year. From 6:45 PM to 11:00 PM each day, the entire facade of the cathedral is illuminated, combined with miniature scenes depicting the Nativity scene and Bethlehem village, creating a dazzling light show.

Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral creates a dazzling Christmas scene in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City. (Photo: Luong Y)

Other churches

Besides Notre Dame Cathedral, many other churches in Ho Chi Minh City are also creating a sensation with their unique decorations. Tan Dinh Church (District 3) continues to showcase its "vibrant pink" beauty, combined with a strip of white lights running along the bell tower, creating a striking image every time night falls.

The Mac Ty Nho Church, with its discreet ancient architecture, attracts young people with its simple yet sophisticated details, perfect for portrait photography. Each church has its own unique charm, contributing to a diverse range of check-in options for locals.

Nguyen Hue Walking Street

Nguyen Hue Street is always the busiest destination during holidays, and this year's Christmas season is even more bustling. Along both sides of the street, dozens of new Christmas displays have been set up, from snow villages and model reindeer sleighs to illuminated arches. Shops and cafes on the street have also simultaneously changed their decor to join in the festive atmosphere.

Nguyen Hue pedestrian street is always a bustling destination during the Christmas season. (Photo: Dai Viet)

Landmark 81

Landmark 81 attracts attention every year due to its meticulous design and spacious interior. For Christmas 2025, the building continues to shine with a series of indoor and outdoor displays. Its modern and luxurious style makes Landmark 81 a popular destination for families, young people, and foreign tourists alike.

White Rabbit Park

White Rabbit Park is always known as a colorful amusement park, and this Christmas season is no exception. Young people who like cute and fun styles often choose this place to take commemorative winter photos.

Phuong Nam Bookstore

This year, Phuong Nam Bookstore has invested in cozier decorations than usual, such as a large wreath at the entrance and soft yellow lighting inside. This is a suitable check-in spot for those who love a gentle and sophisticated style. Many young people come to the bookstore not only to take photos, but also to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere amidst the bustling festive season.

Shopping malls

Shopping malls in Ho Chi Minh City consistently rank among the most popular destinations during the Christmas season. Diamond Plaza (Ben Nghe) stands out with its classic-style Christmas tree and snow castle replica. Saigon Center opts for a modern concept with reindeer models and blue lighting. AEON Mall maintains a child-friendly atmosphere, featuring a family photo area, a mini playground, and Christmas gift stalls.

The area in front of Diamond Plaza is attractively decorated. (Photo: News Report)

From ancient churches and bustling streets to cozy cafes and modern shopping malls, each location has its own unique charm, contributing to the vibrant atmosphere of the year-end holiday season. Whether you prefer a gentle style or a grand setting, you're sure to find a place to capture the most beautiful moments of this Christmas.

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