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Instagrammable cafes in Hanoi<\/h2>\n
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Street coffee is a signature cultural activity of Hanoi, but while sitting at one of those streetside cafes to enjoy a cup of milk coffee while watching the world go by has its charm, it doesn\u2019t quite scratch our itches for some Instagrammable pictures to share on social media.<\/span><\/p>\n

So, here are <\/span>8 Instagrammable cafes in Hanoi<\/b> that you can hit up on your next outing with friends to add some more jaw-dropping snaps to your photo gallery.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. Complex 01 \u2013 expansive complex that was formerly an old factory<\/h3>\n
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Having just recently opened, <\/span>Complex 01<\/b> is the latest check-in hotspot that Hanoi Instagrammers are flocking to in search of new backgrounds for their shots.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The complex is an expansive 3-story space that\u2019s refurbished from an old 1960s factory. Several clothing shops and a cafe now call the place home, but next to their modern furniture and green plants, you can still spot traces of the old factory in the timeworn stairs and brick walls.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n<\/span><\/i>Image credit:<\/span> Nhung Ph\u1ea1m<\/span><\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

The combination of chic and old-school vibes make for no shortage of photo opportunities here. We recommend a vintage photo filter to go with the backdrop.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n<\/span><\/i>Inside Sii Coffee<\/span>
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As Complex 01 has only just opened, many of its rooms and stalls are still unoccupied. Currently, <\/span>Sii Coffee<\/b> is the only coffee shop available here. That said, it offers comfortable seating and a nice selection of coffee and tea at a reasonable price range of <\/span>VND30,000-VND50,000 (~USD1.30-USD2.17)<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 29 Alley 31, Lane 167 T\u00e2y S\u01a1n Str., \u0110\u1ed1ng \u0110a District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 8AM-10PM, Daily<\/span>
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2. Hidden Alley Hanoi \u2013 vintage style caf\u00e9 hidden in a small alley<\/h3>\n
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True to its name, <\/span>Hidden Alley Hanoi <\/b>is a cute little caf\u00e9 hidden on the second floor of a small alley in the busy Hanoi Old Quarter.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Boasting comfy sofas and wooden stools, raw brick walls decorated with framed pictures depicting the daily Hanoian life, and dimmed light, the caf\u00e9 has a cozy atmosphere that\u2019s a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle outside.<\/span><\/p>\n

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There\u2019s also an outdoor courtyard with lots of green plants and a lovely balcony from which you can watch life go on in the streets below.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In terms of drinks, the <\/span>Ph\u00ea phin kem mu\u1ed1i (VND40,000, ~USD1.74)<\/b> \u2013 coffee with salted cream \u2013 is a strong cuppa that\u2019ll satisfy coffee lovers. Meanwhile, if you are trying to cut down on your caffeine intake, try the <\/span>T\u00ecnh \u0110\u1ea7u (First love) mocktail (VND50,000, ~USD2.17) <\/b>\u2013 a mixture of cranberry, orange, and pomegranate juices \u2013 for something more refreshing.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 9B B\u1ea3o Kh\u00e1nh Alley, Ho\u00e0n Ki\u1ebfm District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 8AM-11PM, Daily<\/span>
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3. M\u1ecb C\u00e0 Ph\u00ea \u2013 caf\u00e9 designed like a greenhouse, with lovely cats<\/h3>\n
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Despite its humble fa\u00e7ade, <\/span>M\u1ecb C\u00e0 Ph\u00ea <\/b>actually has an impressive vertical presence. Among the caf\u00e9\u2019s 4 floors, the topmost one captures attention with its unique design featuring a clear roof that resembles a greenhouse.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Meanwhile, plenty of plants and flower pots displayed on shelves and hanging from the walls and ceilings give the place a fresh, pleasant atmosphere. On a bright winter day, this is an ideal place to catch some much-needed sunlight, whereas if you visit during summer, there\u2019s air conditioning to shoo the heat away.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Across the caf\u00e9\u2019s multiple rooms, you can spot countless wooden pieces hanging around. These bear cute notes or wishes from previous customers, and if you like, you can add your own note to the collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Additionally, you\u2019ll also find here a pack of friendly cats who love to cuddle.<\/span><\/p>\n

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When you\u2019re here, don\u2019t forget to try the <\/span>mango smoothie (VND39,000, ~USD1.69)<\/b>, which has a natural sweetness without much sugar added.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 5 Alley 8, Lane 105 L\u00e1ng H\u1ea1 Str., \u0110\u1ed1ng \u0110a District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 7AM-11PM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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4. Baker Bear \u2013 European-style tea room<\/h3>\n
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For a quiet afternoon tea session and some Disney-inspired European-style photos to brighten up your Instagram feed, hit up <\/span>Baker Bear<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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With a lovely space featuring wooden parquet, sparkling clean walls, and a wide assortment of European-style furniture from mirrors to bookshelves, you\u2019ll never want for cool picture backdrops here.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The go-to order here should be the <\/span>tea set (VND120,000, ~USD5.21)<\/b>, which includes a pot of tea with macarons, and cakes. The cakes are served on a birdcage-shaped cake stand that\u2019s Insta-worthy by itself, and they have fluffy textures and a moderate sweetness that make for delicious treats. Feel free to adjust the taste of the tea to your liking with the accompanying milk and honey.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 33 Trung Y\u00ean 11B Str., C\u1ea7u Gi\u1ea5y District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 7AM-11PM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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5. Sweet rose caf\u00e9 \u2013 with hanbok for rent<\/h3>\n
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With wall paintings depicting famous Korean landmarks such as the Bukchon Hanok Village and the Gyeongbok Palace, <\/span>Sweet rose caf\u00e9<\/b> is a check-in spot no fan of K-dramas should miss out on.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The caf\u00e9 has hanbok that you can rent for <\/span>VND120,000-VND200,000 (~USD5.19-USD8.65)<\/b> to make your pictures look as if you\u2019re actually in Korea.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Aside from the wall paintings, the caf\u00e9 also boasts bright chic d\u00e9cor for you to add more diversity to your gallery.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Drink-wise, the <\/span>jasmine coconut tea with pandan leaves (VND55,000-~USD2.38) <\/b>is a must-try with its creamy coconut flavor complemented by the pleasant fragrance of jasmine flowers.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 4 Lane 97 Tri\u1ec1u Kh\u00fac Str., Thanh Xu\u00e2n District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 7AM-11PM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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6. EM Rooftop Coffee \u2013 rooftop caf\u00e9 with multiple themes<\/h3>\n
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When it comes to cool backdrops for pictures, shutter-happy folks will be spoiled for choice at <\/span>EM Rooftop Coffee<\/b>. Occupying the 8th and 9th floor of a building, the caf\u00e9 has a lovely interior design featuring pink walls, curtains, and furniture that dreamy spirits will fall in love with.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Meanwhile, the outdoor space has multiple sections dedicated to different themes. From a rooftop space surrounded by orange walls and cacti, where you can take pictures with Hanoi\u2019s skyline in the back\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

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\u2026 to a tent with a dreamcatcher and chic patterned pillows. You can also rent outfits to go with the d\u00e9cor for <\/span>VND50,000 (~USD2.16)<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Moreover, the caf\u00e9 updates its d\u00e9cor regularly for special occasions. Visit right now, for instance, and you\u2019ll get to celebrate Christmas early by taking pictures with a fireplace surrounded by mistletoe and artificial snow.<\/span><\/p>\n

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And after your photoshoot session, sit down and sip on a glass of <\/span>peach tea with orange and lemongrass (VND42,000, ~USD1.82)<\/b> to refresh yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Address:<\/b><\/span> 8th & 9th floors, 126 Ho\u00e0ng Ng\u00e2n Str., C\u1ea7u Gi\u1ea5y District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 7AM-11PM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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7. Timeline Coffee \u2013 an assemblage of different d\u00e9cor styles<\/h3>\n
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Coming to <\/span>Timeline Coffee<\/b>, you\u2019re sure to bring home a massive photo collection with a multitude of backdrops, as the caf\u00e9\u2019s unique d\u00e9cor is a mismatched assemblage of several different styles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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At first glance, the caf\u00e9 looks like a European mansion with an eye-catching white-and-blue fa\u00e7ade. A London-style phone booth stands on one side of the entrance, accompanied by a wall painting showing the iconic Big Ben Tower.<\/span><\/p>\n

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In sync with the fa\u00e7ade, the first floor sports Western-style furniture on white tiled floors, with a standing clock and a fireplace model adding to the European vibe.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Going deeper in, however, you\u2019ll find on the second floor a yellow room that looks like a 1970s Vietnamese household with low wooden stools accompanied by colorful cushions, an old wooden shelf topped by a rotary phone, an old TV, and a cassette.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Meanwhile, the outdoor space on the third floor is practically a mini \u0110\u00e0 L\u1ea1t, which even has a recreation of the yellow wall at<\/span> Windmills Caf\u00e9<\/span><\/a> \u2013 one of the most iconic check-in spots of the central highland town. The real Windmills wall in \u0110\u00e0 L\u1ea1t has now been removed, so if you missed your chance to check in there, Timeline\u2019s offering comes as the next best thing.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Drink-wise, try Timeline\u2019s <\/span>\u00f4 mai <\/i><\/b>tea (VND48,000, ~USD2.08)<\/b>, which adds <\/span>\u00f4 mai <\/span><\/i>\u2013 a type of Vietnamese treat made by marinating dried fruits in salt and sugar \u2013 to fruit tea to create a sweet-and-sour taste.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 79 Lane 260 C\u1ea7u Gi\u1ea5y Str., C\u1ea7u Gi\u1ea5y District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 8AM-10.30PM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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8. Ami Garden Caf\u00e9 \u2013 rustic garden-style caf\u00e9 with views of the West Lake<\/h3>\n
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Nature lovers need not travel far to find settings for their pictures, as <\/span>Ami Garden Caf\u00e9 <\/b>is a beautiful garden-themed caf\u00e9 that you can find right in Hanoi.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Designed with rural Vietnam in mind, the spacious caf\u00e9 features wooden seating both indoor and outdoor, which is surrounded by lots of green plants.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Outside in the caf\u00e9\u2019s expansive yard, you\u2019ll find wooden booths equipped with wooden tables and rattan chairs surrounding a pond of water lilies. Sitting in one of the booths, you can also enjoy a clear view out to the West Lake.<\/span><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s worth noting, however, that since the caf\u00e9 has a pond and lots of plants, there might be mosquitos and other insects, especially after dusk. As such, we recommend wearing long pants and shirts.<\/span><\/p>\n

Address:<\/b><\/span> 181 V\u1ec7 H\u1ed3 Str., T\u00e2y H\u1ed3 District, Hanoi<\/span>
\n<\/span>Opening hours:<\/b><\/span> 7.30AM-11PM, Daily<\/span>
\n<\/span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Cafes with Instagrammable d\u00e9cor in Hanoi<\/h3>\n
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Hanoi is home to no shortage of cafes with Instagrammable d\u00e9cor, but here we\u2019ve summed up some of the latest check-in hotspots for you to check out.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more things to do in Hanoi, check out:<\/span><\/p>\n