12 Shopping Malls in Hanoi for Perfect Retail Therapy in Vietnam

Hanoi is no less than a shopper’s paradise when it comes to buying the best Vietnamese souvenirs. While you can find many outdoor markets and shophouses down the lane, you must not miss out on the contemporary shopping experience in the shopping malls of Hanoi. Whether enjoying leisure time with loved ones, catching up on the latest movie, savoring delicious cuisines, or shopping through the best international and local brands, these shopping malls have a lot in stock for you! Moreover, what’s more exciting than escaping the afternoon scorching heat and heading to fully air-conditioned spaces packed with fun, food, and loads of shopping?

And so, we bring you our top picks for some of the best shopping malls in Hanoi to have a memorable shopping experience:

1. Lotte Center Hanoi

Lotte Centre is one of the most exciting places to visit in Hanoi. Standing tall at 272 metres, it is the second highest building in the capital. It is a one-stop shopping destination for various fashion and lifestyle brands.

Floor Divisions
The first six floors of this 67-storeyed complex are dedicated solely to the Lotte Department store. It offers approximately 250 high-end brands of apparels, cosmetics, jewellery, shoes, handbags, home appliances, furnishings and much more.

Other Amenities at Lotte Centre Hanoi
Besides the hypermarket, this high-rise building also houses the Lotte Mart, a luxury 5-star hotel, a spa, modern offices, serviced residences, Lotte Observation Deck and a rooftop bar & restaurant.

Highlights
The observation deck on the 65th  floor is a must-visit once you are done with your retail therapy. The deck has two skywalks and is fitted with interactive technological elements such as the touchscreen street map, a photo counter etc.

65th Floor 
The floor is divided into four areas, namely, the Entrance Area, Welcome Area, Experience Area and Love Area; each with its speciality in making your experience a memorable one.

Top of Hanoi
Further ahead, you’ll find ‘Top Of Hanoi’, the rooftop bar and lounge, set 272 metres above the ground serving you the best drinks and cuisines from around the world.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 54 Lieu Giai, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi

2. Vincom Megamall Royal City

Vincom Megamall Royal City is one of the biggest shopping malls in Hanoi. It also boasts of being the first underground trading center in the capital. Spanning a vast area of 230,000 square meters, Vincom Megamall Royal City is on the outskirts of Hanoi, about a 45-minute drive from the city center.

A Brand Hub
It has over 600 flagship stores of the best brands from around the world. You can find a vast collection of almost all products here. Besides these, it has several restaurants, cafés, and snack bars serving reasonably priced Chinese, Korean, Thai, Japanese, European, and Vietnamese cuisine.


Waterpark Attractions
Spread over an area of 24,000 square meters, the Vinpearl Land Water Park has 14 different attractions, such as a family pool and children’s pool, a wave pool, whirlpools, and numerous water slides.

Biggest Vietnamese Gallery
The megamall also has an art gallery, which is considered the largest in Vietnam.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 72A Nguyen Trai Street, Thanh Xuan District, Hanoi

3. Trang Tien Plaza

Trang Tien Plaza is a high-end luxury shopping mall in Hanoi that houses a wide array of goods from top-class international brands.

Shop in Antiquity
Decked up in an elegant French colonial style of architecture, Trang Tien Plaza is one of the oldest shopping centers in Hanoi and is located on a corner next to Hoan Kiem Lake.

Brand Hub
Trang Tien Plaza has sophisticated and opulent interiors. It is home to over 200 famous brands of fashion, handbags, cosmetics, shoes, and accessories. Not only this, but it is also home to many famous international brands such as Dior, Chanel, Louis Vitton, BVLGARI, Burberry, Versace, and many more.

Floor Divisions
Trang Tien Plaza has six floors; each dotted with flagship stores of popular international authentic brands of various items. It is a great place to shop through multiple brands, relax, and admire the old and classy architecture.

Timings: Monday to Thursday - 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Friday to Saturday - 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 24 Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

4. AEON Mall

Built by a Japanese corporation, AEON Mall is one of the most prominent shopping malls in Hanoi. The mall spans a large area of 120,000 square meters and has four floors. The interiors have a contemporary touch-up with wide-spaced walkways. It has a wide variety of goods and services to meet various demands at reasonable prices. Unlike many, it does not aim accurately at the luxury customer segment and is quite affordable. It is home to over 130 retail outlets and a wide variety of fun and entertainment centers for all age groups.  

Brand Hub
You can also shop through brands such as Adidas, Dr Martens, Yves Rocher, Aldo, Mango, New Balance, and many more.

Relishes at AEON Mall
You can enjoy cuisines from all around the world from many of its food courts, cafes, and restaurants. However, the real draw here is the various stalls selling traditional Japanese dishes like sushi, ramen, takoyaki, okonomiyaki, and many more.

Highlights
The AEON supermarket on the first floor is the main highlight of this mall for locals as well as tourists. You can also witness the Light Festival and Cherry Blossom Path, which are made of thousands of LEDs, only in this mall.

Timings:
Weekdays - 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM     
Weekends -  9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 27 Co Linh Street, Long Bien Ward, Long Bien District, Hanoi

5. Savico Megamall

Spread over an area of 56,000 square meters, Savico Megamall is another most visited destination when it comes to shopping and entertainment in Hanoi. It is about five kilometers from the center of Hanoi and has attracted a lot of social attention in the past few years.

Floor Division
Spanning three floors of shopping pleasure, you can find almost everything here: fashion, electronics, entertainment, and household products.

Fast Food at Savico Megamall
Savino Megamall has a wide array of dining options, from famous fast food outlets like KFC, Pizza Hut, Lotteria, and Hot Wok to seafood restaurants. The Seafood One restaurant on the third floor is an excellent option if the thought of lip-smacking seafood makes you drool.

Other Attractions at Savico Megamall
If you’re lucky, you might also find yourself enjoying the exhibitions or live music shows that occasionally happen in front of the significant major block.

Timings: 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
BigC basement - 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 07 - 09 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Long Bien District, Hanoi

6. Vincom Mega Mall Times City

Vincom Megamall Times City is located in Hanoi’s most populated urban area. 

Fashion Hub
This massive shopping mall in Hanoi has hundreds of fashion retail stores. The Ocean Mart and the F&B area are the most visited ones.

Largest Aquarium
It is also very famous for the Vinpearl Aquarium Times City, which is asserted to be Vietnam’s largest aquarium. The aquarium has more than 30,000 species from almost all oceans and continents, including salamanders, sharks, penguins, and pythons.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 458 Minh Khai, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi

7. The Garden Shopping Centre

With its vibrant, colorful, and lively interiors, the Garden Shopping Center is a favorite shopping spot for locals and tourists.

Floor Division
Spread over an area of 27,000 square meters, the Garden Shopping Centre features four floors of excellent shopping experience with a variety of goods of world-class quality and brands. You can skim through the four levels, which have cosmetic shops to designer apparel, a movie theatre, and plenty of dining options. The 2nd floor has a gaming zone for children called Funny Land.

Highlights
Like Savico Megamall, this one also has the BigC supermarket in the basement.  

Timings:
Weekdays - 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Weekends and Public Holidays -  9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: The Manor Urban Area, Me Tri Street, My Dinh 1 Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi

8. Hang Da Galleria Shopping Mall

Often known as the ‘Hanoi Square,’ this shopping mall in Hanoi is situated at the heart of the Old Quarter.

Fashion Hub
Here, you can find many international as well as local brands under one roof. Hang Da Galleria Mall has everything from fashion, apparel, shoes, and handbags to traditional Vietnamese handicrafts.

Floor Division
The building has five floors and two basements in total. The basement and first floor have a traditional market setup. The trade center has a separate entrance if you want to skip the general market.

Highlights
It is the best place to shop for souvenirs as the prices are quite reasonable and the product quality is also good. Moreover, you might find yourself some lucky bargains on most of the goods.

Tips
It is mostly crowded during the weekends, and hence, it would be wise to visit during the weekdays.

Timings: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Location: Hang Da Street, Cua Dong Ward, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi

9. Vincom Center Ba Trieu

This high-end commercial center owned by the Vincom Group features three connected towers - two retail and office towers and an apartment tower. Situated less than 2 kilometers from Hoan Kiem Lake, Vincom Centre is the ultimate spot for entertainment and shopping.

Floor Division
In the commercial tower, floors one to four have shops varying from international brands for footwear, fashion accessories, electric outlets, household items and appliances, and even office supplies. Levels five and six have multicuisine eateries kiosks and a Mega Star Cinema, which has ten screens. The rest of the floors in the commercial tower have offices. 

Highlights
The apartment tower also has various shopping centers apart from having high-class apartments from the 8th to the 25th floor. It is a popular destination for families and visitors because of its endless shopping and accommodation options.

Timings: 9:00 AM to 9:45 PM
Location: 191 Ba Trieu, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi

10. Vincom Center Long Bien

Spread over an area of 45,000 square meters, Vincom Center Long Bien is situated on the outskirts away from the city center. Thus, this makes it the ideal shopping mall in Hanoi for the residents of Vinhomes Riverside.  

Relishes at Vincom Center Long Bien
In addition to this, it has over 20 fast food outlets, restaurants, and snack bars serving cuisines from around the world.

Best Theatre
The Platinum Cineplex, with modern technology and facilities, is sure to give the best theatre experience. Highlights: It features the Vinmart supermarket, a one-stop destination for buying all household necessities, apparel, and electronics. The most exciting part is the ‘Infinity Swimming Pool’ located on the 5th floor of the complex. It is a perfect place to beat the heat and relax in the four mini pool bars after a hot day.

Highlights - Kids Workout Zone
Vincom Centre Long Bien also has ‘The Little Gym’ - a space reserved for children to exercise, play games, and help increase their physical potential.

Timings: 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Location: Vinhomes Riverside, Long Bien District, Hanoi

11. Vincom Center Pham Ngoc Thach

Situated in the busiest area in the Dong Da district, Vincom Center Pham Ngoc Thach has gained immense popularity since its opening in 2016.

Floor Division
Spanning eight floors and three underground floors and divided into four main sections: shopping, entertainment, food chain, and beauty healthcare, this commercial center is the favored destination for youths and families.

Brand Hub
It offers multiple brands like Guess, Ecco, Geox, Newlook, Anta, Borse Morgan, Valentino Creations, and many more.

Food Zone
A chain of multi-cuisine food outlets, cafes, and restaurants like King BBQ, Shogun, Khao Lao, Starbucks, Churro King, Rainbow Yogurt, etc., gives you plenty of options to satisfy your taste buds.

Highlights
A high-class fitness center - Elite Fitness, is located on the 7th floor. On the eighth floor, you’ll find the BHD Star Cineplex, the modern movie theatre with the latest technology and the first of its kind in Hanoi. It also has a Vinmart supermarket.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Location: 02 Pham Ngoc Thach, Trung Tu, Dong Da, Hanoi

 

12. Vincom Plaza Skylake

Vincom Plaza Skylake is the most recent shopping mall launched by the Vincom Group. Ever since its inauguration on 12th April 2019, this commercial centre has gained a lot of attention from all age groups. It has a chain of retail stores of fashion, beauty, jewelry, and home appliances.

Floor Division
It has three supermarkets: VinMart, VinEco, and VinPro. VinMart is a renowned supermarket selling reasonably priced consumer goods, whereas the VinEco farm sells fresh agricultural products. VinPro is an electric appliance supermarket selling various electronic products from well-known brands.

Highlights
Besides these, Vincom Plaza Skylake offers a fantastic variety of restaurants that serve Japanese, Vietnamese, Thai, Korean, and Chinese cuisines. It is also equipped with a CGV cinema, which has four screens.

Timings: 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Location: My Dinh 1 Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi City, Vietnam.

 

All the shopping malls in Hanoi have a specialty of their own and will give you an experience worth remembering. Moreover, the malls are not just limited to shopping stores but have plenty of recreation options, too. So make sure you don’t miss them! Happy Shopping!