TOP 7 TALLEST BUILDINGS IN VIETNAM THAT YOU SHOULD VISIT

Keangnam Landmark 72 in Hanoi used to be the leading tower in Vietnam, but now Vincom Landmark 81 in Ho Chi Minh city has achieved this position... There are several other skyscrapers in Vietnam with impressive heights, unique architecture, and attractive entertainment games. Explore Vietnam's 7 tallest buildings through the article below with Localtravelidea!

1 - Top 7 tallest buildings in Vietnam: Vincom Landmark 81

Vincom Landmark 81 belongs to the complex of Vinhome Central Park by Vingroup, constructed in 2014 and completed in 2018. Vincom Landmark 81 consisting of 81 floors and 3 basements is currently the highest tower in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, the 15th highest globally. This is the large-scale complex of shopping malls Vincom, 6-star hotels, and luxurious apartments. From B1 to the 3rd floor are shopping malls, from the 4th to the 40th floor are service sector and high-end apartments, from the 41st to 76th floor are 6-star hotels Vinpearl, and the last three floors on the top are the highest Skyview observatory in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. 

Vincom Landmark 81(461.3m tall) is one of the tallest buildings in Vietnam - Source: Internet

The design of the tower is inspired by traditional Vietnam bamboo bundles, a symbol of national unity and strength as well as strong development. Landmark 81 has majestic beauty, which becomes attractive and shining both during the day and at night. In particular,  with the light system from the bottom to the top of the tower, Landmark 81 seems magical with different colors and displays high-resolution visual effects at night. 

You can freely go into some areas in this tallest building in Vietnam such as shopping malls, bars, and lounges, but you have to pay a ticket for the sky view observatory with the price of 810,000 VND/ adult ($35.3), and 405,000 VND/ kid ($17.7)

Location: No.772 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Opening hours: 10am - 9:30pm 

2 - Keangnam Landmark 72 - top tallest buildings in Vietnam 

Following Vincom Landmark 81, Landmark 72 is a symbol of Vietnam’s economic development and a representative image of Hanoi in the future. With a total area of 609.673m2 and a height of 350m, it consists of 50 story-apartment buildings and one 72-story tower, which includes offices, apartments, and commercial areas. The offices and apartments in the tower are fully equipped with the most modern utility services and the best view in Vietnam. The hotel system in this Vietnam tallest building is also the world’s leading one. 

Keangnam Landmark 72 is 350m tall - Source: Internet

There is a grade A office area from the 12th to the 46th floor, overlooking Hanoi's magnificent landscape, Calidas serviced apartments from the 48th floor to the 60th floor, and the world-famous Intercontinental Hotel from the 62nd floor to 70th floor. In addition, there is also a hall with a capacity of 2000 people, an outdoor event area, a swimming pool, and a pool bar. The design of this highest tower in Vietnam is a harmonious combination of the West and the East, typical of Korean architectural design, expressing luxury with closed doors and high ceilings. The open structure together with transparent glass partitions create the depth effect for the whole tower. 

You can refer to the ticket price in the table below: 

Location: Landmark72 Tower, Plot E6, Pham Hung Street, Cau Giay District, Hanoi

Opening hours: all-day 

3 - Top tallest buildings in Vietnam: Lotte Center Hanoi - 272m

This is the third-highest tower in Vietnam, after Vincom Landmark 81 and Keangnam Landmark 72 with a height of 267m and a total floor area of 253.402m2, consisting of 65 floors and 5 basements. The tower was completed in 2014 with a modern design inspired by the Vietnamese traditional Ao Dai. It features world-class shopping centers, luxurious hotels, and grand restaurants. Besides, there are also high-class serviced apartments, Grade A business offices, the observatory, and wonderful supermarkets, all of which are incredibly convenient for shopping, tourism, business activities, and entertainment. 

Lotte Center Hanoi (272m tall) is one of the 7 tallest buildings in Vietnam - Source: Savills

The building also houses the restaurant on top of Hanoi, the very first elevated restaurant in Vietnam, built entirely of transparent glass. The tower also has a Skywalk observatory on the 65th floor, providing a panoramic view of the whole city and the glittering sky at night. 

Location: No.54 Lieu Giai Street, Cong Vi Ward, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi

Opening hours: 9am - 0am 

Fee: 

- From 9am - 10am and 10pm - 11pm: discount 50%

- Family discount: (minimum 2 adults and maximum 5 children): 50% discount for children

General price: 230,000 VND/ adult ($10.1), 170,000 VND/ kid ($7.5)

Discount price: 180,000 VND/ adult ($7.9), 120,000 VND/ kid ($5.3)

4 - Bitexco Financial Tower 

As one of the tallest buildings in Vietnam, Bitexco Financial Tower is 262m high above the ground with the design idea from the shape of a lotus bud. It is not merely a building covered by glass and steel, but also the symbol of beauty and rapid economic development of this energetic city, and also a typical example of creativity and outstanding design. 

Bitexco Financial Tower used to be the tallest building in Ho Chi Minh City - Source: Savills

This Vietnam skyscraper has 68 floors with the main purpose of domestic and international business. From the first floor to the 6th is a commercial area, and one of the highlights here is the observatory on the 49th floor, and the top is gloriously decorated with a light system, which makes the tower like a lighthouse at night, outstanding in the middle of the city. Visitors not only have a chance to enjoy the view of the whole city and the entire winding Saigon River from the observatory but also can make use of the modern facilities and quality services at the observatory. 

Location: No.36 Ho Tung Mau Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

Opening hours: Monday-Friday: 12am - 9pm, Saturday-Sunday: 10am - 9pm

Ticket price: 200,000 VND/ adult ($8.8); 130,000 VND/ kid ($5.7)

5 - Vietcombank Tower - top tallest buildings in Vietnam   

Vietcombank Tower is  206m high - Source: Max

Vietcombank Tower is ranked in the top highest skyscrapers in Vietnam, which is 206 high. It is one of the prime Grade A+ offices in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, featuring 35 floors with 4 basements. The tower has an open view of Thu Thiem new urban area, a convenient transportation system connecting to the administrative center and neighboring districts, which is an ideal place for doing business as well as an endless source of inspiration for many employees working at the tower. 

This highest building in Vietnam is environmentally friendly designed with the main background of green, a system to make full use of natural light as well as to minimize noises. The materials are natural stone and vertical metal arrays, which create a sense of solidity and durability, suitable for businesses to choose as an office location. 

Location: No.05 Me Linh Square, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. 

Opening hours: 7am - 6pm from Monday to Saturday

6 - Discovery Complex Apartment A - 195m

Discovery Complex A - Source: Maisonoffice

Discovery Complex Apartment A, one of the tallest buildings in Vietnam, belongs to Discovery Complex, the third-highest building in Hanoi and the sixth nationally. It is 195m high with 54 floors and designed following the idea of two towers representing two candles, sparkling at night, which strongly catch the attraction of many people. 

This tower is located in the city center, surrounded by hospitals, parks, schools, several attractions, etc., a very convenient location for exploiting businesses and settlements. Because this Vietnam highest building is in the complex, it is very easy to get to the commercial center, offices for rent, and luxury apartments, making it an ideal place to live, work, and entertain.  

Location: No.302 Cau Giay Street, Dịch Vong Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi

7 - Saigon Center 2 - 193.7m 

Saigon Center 2 - Source: Internet

The final name in this list is Saigon Center 2, which is 193.7m high with 43 floors, featuring modern security systems, infrastructure, and facilities, especially the latest green technology such as energy-efficient air-conditioning plants, lights, and lifts. This Vietnam tallest building also has bicycle parking lots inside the building so as to encourage tenants to go green. With a very convenient location, surrounded by skyscrapers, and luxurious apartments, Saigon Center 2 is a financial, commercial, and recreational center of Saigon. Moreover, it is surrounded by restaurants, large supermarkets, and high-class apartments, making it a suitable place for tenants.

Location: No.67 Le Loi Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City

This is the list of the tallest buildings in Vietnam today which play a crucial role not only in financial value but also social and cultural ones, contributing to represent the considerable development of Vietnam in the period of further global integration.