Are you looking for the most Instagrammable places in North Vietnam? No need to look further, cause this blogpost covers them all! Including some insider tips on how to get there and when to go! All of the places will be linked to a Google Maps location!
The Most Instagrammaple Places in North Vietnam
The Most Instagrammable places in Sapa
Topas Ecolodge
Topas Ecolodge is one of those places you have to stay at least once in your life.
The Ecolodge is the only one of its kind in Vietnam and has a perfect location – situated atop two cone formed hills, set deep in the spectacular Sapa valley of northern Vietnam.
Google Maps Location – Click here
Topas Ecolodge is based on sustainable principles to ensure minimum impact on the surrounding environment. They employ people from nearby villages and use local products and goods in order to bring economic benefits to the community.
Be aware that you need to book a while from before, there is a limited amount of villa’s and they tend to fill up pretty quickly!
Book your stay here.
Good to know – They arrange pick-ups from Hanoi and Sapa!
Bản Ý Linh Hồ
How to get there – When I visited Sapa I opted to stay at Topas Ecolodge for 1 night and chose another Ecolodge a little less up in the mountains for the second night. For instance from Chapa Ecolodge this spot is only 30 minutes walking!
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When to go – Sapa can get pretty hot during the day so I advise you to do the hiking either in the morning or evening.
Google Maps Location – Click here
Mường Hoa Valley
How to get there – This beautiful viewpoint is only 30 minutes walking from Sapa main village or 40 minutes walking from Chapa Ecolodge. To get to the exact spot you’ll have to walk down a little pathway alongside the rice fields!
When to go – You’ll have the best light during sunset!
Google Maps Location – Click here
Most Instagrammable Places in Hanoi
Hoàn Kiếm Lake
How to get there – If you’re staying in Hanoi Old Quarter this spot is only 30 minutes walking away!
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When to go – Make sure to get here early cause this place can get really crowded during the day!
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Train Street
How to get there – This famous street is also located in the Old Quarter of Hanoi and only 30 minutes walking from the lake!
When to go – It depends what you’re after. If you want a photo without the crowds go early in the morning. If you want to see the train go through this street I listed it’s time schedule below!
Hanoi Train Street Time Schedule
- Mon – Friday. 7 pm; 7.45 pm; 8.30 pm; 10 pm.
- Weekend. 6 am; 9 am ; 11.20 am; 3.20 pm; 5.30 pm; 6 pm; 7 pm; 7.45 pm; 8.30 pm; 9 pm ; 11 pm.
Google Maps Location – Click here
Where to stay in Hanoi
- Langmandi – A beautiful and modern appartement in the center of Hanoi.
- Hanoi Esplendor Hotel and Spa – This hotel certainly matches it’s name cause their decoration and service is indeed splendid!
- O’Gallery Majestic Hotel & Spa – Located in the peaceful French Quarter, this hotel comes with an outdoor swimming pool and a garden.
Most Instagrammable Places in Halong Bay
Núi Bài Thơ
How to get there – Unfortunately it is no longer possible to visit this place.
To read my full guide on how to get to this viewpoint click here.
I stayed at the City Bay Palace hotel, which is only 5 minutes walking from the entrance!
When to go – Go early in the morning! I arrived at 7.30am and by the time we climbed up it was already super hot.
Google Maps Location – Click here
Titov Island
How to get there – Titov Island is located in the middle of Halong Bay so the only way to get here is by day excursion on a boat or by going on a Halong Bay cruise.
I went with Flamingo cruises and was happy with the service they provided in comparison to the price.
When to go – Well you won’t have much say in this cause you’ll be going on a tour. To be fair when we arrived to the beach is was completely packed! And the walk up to the mountain is way easier than the Núi Bài Thơ but there were a lot a lot of people!
Google Maps Location – Click here
The Most Instagrammable Places in Ninh Binh
Bich Dong Pagoda
How to get there – When visiting Ninh Binh the easiest way to get around is by bicycle. Make sure to find a hotel that lets you rent them. I have listed down my favourites here.
When to go – I arrived around 9am and had this place almost entirely to myself.
Google Maps Location – Click here
Where to stay in Ninh Binh
Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh – A beautiful resort in the heart of Ninh Binh.
Hang Múa
How to get there – When staying in Ninh Binh you can easily reach this place by bicycle.
When to go – Go early in the morning to avoid the crowds! I was there at 7am.
Google Maps location – Click here
For my full guide on why you should spend at least 3 days in Ninh Binh click here.
Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve
How to get there – If you want to escape the big crowds from Ninh Binh itself make sure to visit this place and stay one night at the Emeralda resort. It’s one of the most beautiful hotels in the Ninh Binh area and only 10 minutes walking from the Van Long Nature Reserve.
When to go – Go whenever you want cause this place is never crowded. The boat rides are less expensive and you can do a beautiful walk through the mountains and rice fields.
Google Maps Location – Click here
Núi Ba Chỏm
How to get there – You can rent a bicycle from the Emeralda resort or simply walk here. It will take about 50 minutes to reach this place on foot.
When to go – Go for a nice morning walk when the temperature is still low.
Google Maps Location – Click here
What gear do I use for taking my photos?
It’s a question I get asked a lot and below you can find the exact camera and lenses that I use to create my dreamy photos.
Camera – Canon 6D Mark II
Lens 1 – Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L II USM Standard Zoom Lens
Lens 2 – Tamron AF 70-300mm f/4.0-5.6
Tripod – Manfrotto Tripod – Good for heavy camera and lens!
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