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The Top 20 Lakes in Vietnam

Looking to visit the best lakes in Vietnam? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Vietnam’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!

Last updated: November 8, 2025

Hoan Kiem Lake

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A walk around the lake is a must. On Sunday, the area is closed to vehicles until 24 clock, so that the street next to the footpath is populated by crowds.

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Turtle Tower, Hoàn Kiếm Lake

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Must do. Either walk or run a few rounds, morning and evening. You gonna love the impressions.

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Tam Coc Scenic Area

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Very idyllic.

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Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

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Unusual landscape composition with steep karst rocks, flooded valleys and very low/narrow "wet" caves. Everything can be experienced during a 3-hour rowing boat tour. The World Heritage title has been awarded here for good reason.

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Sapa Lake

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In summer, Sapa Lake turns into a scenic attraction with its misty waters and reflection of lights at night. The tranquil atmosphere makes it an ideal place to enjoy various …

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Frog Pond (Ao Ếch), Cát Bà National Park

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Unfortunately, Frog Pond was not blessed with frogs due to its low water level. But even the dreaded mosquitoes were not present.

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Temple Bridge at Trúc Bạch Lake

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The bridge is romantically lit in the evening.

But unfortunately the access to the temple is closed then.

So it's worth taking a look during the day and in the evening (-:

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Hanoi Botanical Garden

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The "Hanoi Botanic Gardens" or "Botanic Park" is virtually the backyard of the "Presidential Palace". It was founded by the French in 1890 and at that time had an area …

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West Lake (Hồ Tây)

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interesting lake. Nearby is a huge food market

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Turtle Lake

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A place where young people meet in the evening, nice to sit down with water

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The Top 20 Lakes in Vietnam

Hoan Kiem Lake

Turtle Tower, Hoàn Kiếm Lake

Tam Coc Scenic Area

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

Sapa Lake

Frog Pond (Ao Ếch), Cát Bà National Park

Temple Bridge at Trúc Bạch Lake

Hanoi Botanical Garden

West Lake (Hồ Tây)

Turtle Lake

Most popular routes in Vietnam

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