Top 5 BEST and most FAMOUS cinemas in Vietnam

Are you a movie lover planning a trip to Vietnam? Then you’re in luck because Vietnam has some of the best and most famous cinemas in Southeast Asia. From the luxurious and modern theaters to the vintage and classic movie houses, Vietnam has something for everyone. In this article, Vietnam Teaching Jobs (VTJ)’ll introduce you to the top 5 cinemas in Vietnam, where you can catch the latest blockbusters or indulge in a classic movie experience. So grab some popcorn, sit back, and read on to discover the best cinemas in Vietnam!

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CGV Cinemas – Number 1 cinemas, 84+ cineplexes in Vietnam

CGV Cinemas is the leading cinema chain in Vietnam, with over 84 cineplexes located throughout the country. The chain offers state-of-the-art facilities and a premium movie-watching experience, with comfortable seating, cutting-edge sound, and visual technology, and a variety of snacks and beverages to choose from. CGV Cinemas is known for its diverse selection of films, including local Vietnamese movies, as well as international blockbusters. With a commitment to providing exceptional service and unforgettable movie experiences, CGV Cinemas has become a favorite destination for film lovers in Vietnam.

Working hours: 8:00 – 22:00 (Monday to Sunday, including Public Holidays).
Prices: 2D: VND 50,000 – 105,000 | 3D: VND 90,000 – 170,000.
Hotline: 1900 6017
Email support: hoidap@cgv.vn
Website: https://www.cgv.vn/
Number of cineplexes: 84 cineplexes in 31 provinces and municipalities in Vietnam.

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Locations:

– Hanoi:

CGV Vincom Center Ba Trieu, 6th floor, Vincom Center Ba Trieu, 191 Ba Trieu Street, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi.
CGV Ho Guom Plaza, 3rd floor, Ho Guom Center Plaza, 102 Tran Phu Street, Mo Lao Ward, Ha Dong District, Hanoi.
CGV Vincom Center Nguyen Chi Thanh, 6th floor, 54A Nguyen Chi Thanh Street, Lang Thuong Ward, Dong Da District, Hanoi.
CGV Vincom Bac Tu Liem, 21B5 Building, 234 Pham Van Dong Street, Bac Tu Liem Ward, Co Nhue, Tu Liem District, Hanoi.
CGV AEON Long Bien, 4th floor, AEON Mall Long Bien, 27 Co Linh street, Long Bien district, Ha Noi.
CGV Mipec Tower, 5th floor, MIPEC Tower, 229 Tay Son Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi.
CGV Aeon Ha Dong, 3rd & 4th floor, Aeon Ha Dong Mall, Duong Noi Ward, Ha Dong District, Hanoi.
CGV Vincom Metropolis Lieu Giai, 29 Lieu Giai Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi.
CGV Trang Tien Plaza, Trang Tien Plaza, 24 Hai Ba Trung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
CGV Vincom Tran Duy Hung, 5th floor, Vincom Center Tran Duy Hung, Tran Duy Hung Street, Trung Hoa Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi.

– Ho Chi Minh City:

CGV Liberty Citypoint, mezzanine, and 1st floor, Liberty Central Saigon Citypoint Hotel, 59 Pasteur Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh city
CGV Parkson Dong Khoi, 3rd floor, Vincom Center B, 72 Le Thanh Ton Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
CGV Thao Dien Pearl, 2nd floor, Thao Dien Pearl Shopping Mall, 12 Quoc Huong Street, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.
CGV Hung Vuong Plaza, 7th floor, Hung Vuong Plaza, 126 Hung Vuong Street, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City.
CGV SC Vivo City, 5th floor, SC VivoCity, 1058 Nguyen Van Linh Boulevard, Tan Phong Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
CGV Crescent Mall, 5th floor, Crescent Mall, 101 Ton Dat Tien Street, Tan Phu Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
CGV AEON Binh Tan, 3rd floor, Aeon Mall Binh Tan, 1 Street 17A, Binh Tri Dong B, Binh Tan District, Ho Chi Minh City
CGV Hoang Van Thu, 1st and 2nd floor, Gala Center, 415 Hoang Van Thu Street, Ward 2, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
CGV Landmark 81, Basement B1, Vincom Center Landmark 81, 772 Dien Bien Phu Street, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City.

– Da Nang:

CGV Vincom Da Nang, 4th floor, Vincom Da Nang Shopping Mall, Ngo Quyen Street, An Hai Bac Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang City.

– Quang Ninh:

CGV Vincom Ha Long, 4th floor, Vincom Ha Long Center, Cot Dong Ho Zone, Bach Dang Ward, Ha Long City.

– Khanh Hoa:

CGV Big C Nha Trang, Ground Floor, Big C Nha Trang, Block No.4, Street 19/5, Vinh Diem Trung Urban Area, Vinh Hiep Commune, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province.

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Lotte Cinema – 49+ cineplexes in Vietnam

Lotte Cinema is a South Korean cinema chain that operates 49+ cineplexes in Vietnam. The first Lotte Cinema in Vietnam opened in Ho Chi Minh City in 2008, and since then, the chain has expanded to many other cities and provinces, including Hanoi, Da Nang, Can Tho, Hai Phong, and more.

Lotte Cinema is known for providing a high-quality movie-watching experience, with modern facilities and advanced technologies, such as 3D, IMAX, and Dolby Atmos sound systems. In addition to showing the latest blockbuster movies, Lotte Cinema also hosts various special events and programs, including film festivals, live concerts, and movie premieres.

With its convenient locations and diverse movie offerings, Lotte Cinema in Vietnam has become a popular destination for Vietnamese moviegoers, especially the younger generation who seek out new and exciting entertainment experiences.

Opening hours: 8:00 – 00:30 daily (all holidays).
Prices: 2D: VND 45,000 – 90,000 | 3D: VND 80,000 – 150,000 | Gold Class: VND 300,000.
Hotline: (028) 3775 2524
Website: https://www.lottecinemavn.com/
Number of cineplexes: 49 cinemas in Vietnam, 11 cinemas in Ho Chi Minh City.

Locations:

– Hanoi:

4th floor, Me Linh Plaza Ha Dong, To Hieu Street, Ha Cau Ward, Ha Dong District, Hanoi.
2nd floor, Kosmo Tay Ho, 161 Xuan La Street, Xuan Tao Ward, Bac Tu Liem District, Hanoi.
5&6th floors, Keangnam Landmark Tower, Pham Hung Street, Me Tri Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi.
3rd floor, Savico Megamall, 7-9 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Gia Thuy Ward, Long Bien District, Hanoi.
Hinode City, 201 Minh Khai Street, Minh Khai Ward, Hai Ba Trung District, Hanoi.
3rd floor, Big C Thang Long Shopping Center, 222 Tran Duy Hung, Trung Hoa Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi.

– Quang Ninh Province:

1st, Big C Ha Long, Hong Hai Ward, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh Province.

– Hue City:

3rd floor, Big C Hue Shopping Mall, Phu Hoi Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien – Hue Province.

– Da Nang City:

5&6th floors, Lotte Mart Da Nang, Hoa Cuong Bac Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang City.

– Hoi An, Quang Nam Province:

The Pearl Hoi An, An Bang Street, Cam An Ward, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province.

– Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa Province:

5th floor, 60 Thai Nguyen Street, Phuong Sai Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province.
4th floor, Vinpearl Beachfront Condotel, 78-80 Tran Phu Street, Loc Tho Ward, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province.

– Ho Chi Minh City:

13th floor, Diamond Plaza, 34 Le Duan Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
5th floor, Nowzone Shopping Mall, 235 Nguyen Van Cu Street, Nguyen Cu Trinh Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
7th floor, Cantavil Premier, 1 Song Hanh Street, An Phu Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.
3rd floor, TNL Plaza, 346 Ben Van Don Street, Ward 1, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City.
4th floor, Lotte Mart Phu Tho, 968 Ba Thang Hai Street, Ward 15, District 11, Ho Chi Minh City.
4th floor, Pico Plaza, 20 Cong Hoa Street, Ward 12, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
3rd floor, Lotte Mart District 7, 469 Nguyen Huu Tho Street, Tan Hung Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City.
3rd floor, Lotte Mart Go Vap, 242 Nguyen Van Luong Street, Ward 10, Go Vap District, Ho Chi Minh City.

BHD Star Cineplex – 10 cineplexes in Ho Chi Minh City

BHD Star Cineplex is a cinema chain in Vietnam that opened its first 5-screen theater in 2010 and has since expanded to prime locations in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Hue, and other provinces. Their operational goals include providing excellent customer service, a clean and comfortable space, a safe location, and high-quality sound and image standards. The core value of the brand is to ensure a consistent customer experience at all cinemas.

Opening hours: 8:30 – 24:00 daily (all holidays).
Prices: 2D: VND 45,000 – 100,000 | 3D: VND 80,000 – 160,000.
Website: https://www.bhdstar.vn/
Hotline: 1900 2099.
Email: cskh@bhdstar.vn.
Number of cineplexes: 10 cineplexes in Vietnam.

Locations:

– Hanoi:

4th floor, Garden Shopping Mall, Me Tri Street, My Dinh 1 Ward, Nam Tu Liem District, Hanoi.
8th floor, Discovery Shopping Mall, 302 Cau Giay Street, Hanoi.
8th floor, Vincom Center, 2 Pham Ngoc Thach Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi.

– Hue City:

5th floor, Vincom Hue, 50A Hung Vuong Street, Phu Nhuan Ward, Hue City, Thua Thien – Hue Province.

– Ho Chi Minh City:

BHD Star Thao Dien, 5th floor, Vincom Mega Mall Thao Dien, 159 Xa Lo Ha Noi Highway, Thao Dien Ward, District 2, Ho Chi Minh City.
BHD Star Bitexco, 3rd and 4th floors, Icon 68 Shopping Center, 2 Hai Trieu Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Kids Cinema is a unique cinema in Vietnam for kids
BHD Star Ba Thang Hai, 5th floor, Vincom Ba Thang Hai Street, 3C Ba Thang Hai Street, Ward 11, District 10, Ho Chi Minh City.

Galaxy Cinema – 18 cineplexes in Vietnam

Galaxy Cinema is a popular cinema chain in Vietnam. It was founded in 2003 and has since expanded to numerous locations in major cities such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, and Can Tho. The chain offers a variety of movie genres, including international blockbusters, Vietnamese films, and independent films. In addition to traditional cinema experiences, Galaxy Cinema also offers premium options such as IMAX and 4DX. The chain is known for its modern facilities and commitment to providing a high-quality movie-going experience for customers.

Opening hours: 8:00 – 23:00 daily (all holidays).
Prices: 2D: VND 45,000 – 80,000 | 3D: VND 70,000 – 160,000.
Website: Galaxy Cinema.
Hotline: +84 24 35141791.
Number of cineplexes: 1 cineplex in Vietnam.

Locations:

– Ha Noi City:

6th floor, Mipec Long Bien, 2 Long Bien 2 Street, Ngoc Lam Ward, Long Bien District, Hanoi.

– Da Nang City:

3rd floor, Coop Mart, 478 Dien Bien Phu Street, Thanh Khe District, Da Nang City.

– Ho Chi Minh City:

Galaxy Nguyen Du, 116 Nguyen Du Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Galaxy Tan Binh, 246 Nguyen Hong Dao Street, Tan Binh District, Ho Chi Minh City.
Galaxy Kinh Duong Vuong, 718 Bis Kinh Duong Vuong Street, District 6, Ho Chi Minh City.

National Cinema Center

The National Cinema Center, also known as the NCC, is a public institution under the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism, established on December 29, 1997, in Hanoi, Vietnam. Its main functions include organizing film screenings for political, social, and international cooperation purposes, conducting sociological research on audience demand to serve the development of the film industry, exhibiting films, and organizing artistic performance activities. The NCC plays an important role in promoting the development and preservation of Vietnamese cinema and culture.

Opening hours: 8:00 (?) – 24:00 (?) daily (all holidays).
Prices: 2D: VND 45,000 – 130,000 | 3D: VND 60,000 – 140,000.
Website: National Cinema Center.
Number of cineplexes: 1 cineplex in Vietnam, 12 cinemas with a capacity for 2,269 audiences.
Locations: 87 Lang Ha Street, Ba Dinh District, Hanoi.

Top 5 Cinemas in Vietnam in summary

Vietnam has a thriving cinema industry with many modern and high-quality cinemas throughout the country. From the luxurious and elegant interiors of CGV to the state-of-the-art sound and picture quality of BHD Star Cineplex, there is something for every movie-goer. The Galaxy Cinema chain offers a wide variety of movie options, while the National Cinema Center provides a unique experience for those interested in Vietnamese cinema and culture. Each cinema has its unique features and strengths, making them popular and beloved among locals and tourists alike. Whether you are a fan of Hollywood blockbusters or Vietnamese independent films, these top five cinemas in Vietnam are sure to provide a memorable movie experience.