Red Bridge Viewpoint

The Thê Húc bridge, the red bridge of Hoan Kiem Lake

From here, you have a very fine view of Hoan Kiem Lake and especially of the superb red Thê Húc bridge. The Hanoi audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this emblematic bridge, one of the most photographed symbols of the capital.

A bridge to the Jade Mountain

The Thê Húc bridge, recognisable by its bright red colour, links the bank of Hoan Kiem Lake to the small island of the Jade Mountain, where the Ngoc Son Temple stands. Elegantly curved, it is reflected in the water and composes, with the temple and the lake, one of the most emblematic images of Hanoi. It is an unmissable place to pass and to photograph.

What to see

You admire the red Thê Húc bridge, its reflection in Hoan Kiem Lake and the perspective on the Ngoc Son Temple. It is the ideal spot to photograph one of the symbols of Hanoi, especially in the soft light of morning or evening. The view sums up all the charm of the lake and the old town.

Practical information

The viewpoint on the Thê Húc bridge is discovered from the bank of Hoan Kiem Lake, in the heart of Hanoi, reachable on foot. The view is freely accessible at all times, with no ticket office; crossing the bridge to the Ngoc Son Temple has a fee. The late-day light is particularly beautiful there.

What is the Thê Húc bridge in Hanoi?

It is the famous red bridge that links the bank of Hoan Kiem Lake to the islet of the Ngoc Son Temple, one of the most photographed symbols of the city.

Where to admire the red bridge of Hanoi?

From the bank of Hoan Kiem Lake, in the heart of the old town of Hanoi, facing the islet of the Ngoc Son Temple.