3 Instagram worthy places in Vietnam

Lotte Tower - Hanoi

The Lotte Tower certainly has its cheesy sections, pose with the giant love hearts anyone? But its glass bottom section is undeniably photogenic, despite Hanoi not actually being the most pretty city to look at from above.

The smog creates a soft effect and standing on the glass was a fun experience too, especially as we went early morning and there was no one else around.

The trick is to go before 10.30am as the entry price is 50% off and you’ll likely have the place to yourself. Alternatively you could go late at night for the same discount, but it would be more difficult to get the shots.

Entry is 230,000 dong per person (about USD) at full price. Half price is offered between 8.30am - 10.30am and 10pm - 11pm.

Mua Caves View 1 - Ninh Binh

Just two hours south of Hanoi is the beautiful area of Ninh Binh, a place characterised by stunning limestone mountains, rivers and rice paddies. At the heart of the area is Mua Caves which has two epic viewpoints.

The first is to the left of the path up the mountain and looks over to a river that weaves between the nearby mountains.

Instagram Worthy Places in Vietnam - Mua Caves
It is particularly good in the early morning when no one else is around. As you can see we had no sunrise and pretty gloomy conditions but we still loved this spot.

Bich Dong Pagoda - Ninh Binh

A short distance from Mua Caves is Bich Dong Pagoda, tucked away at the far end of Tam Coc. The highlight of the pagoda is the stunning entrance. There are fewer prettier spots to start your day than this. This spot is literally beside the car park so it’s an easy win!

In the spring and summer, the lilly pads are at their best and the whole scene is peaceful and serene - sadly we were there in Autumn, just as the lilies were dying but it was still pretty.