Mega Grand World Hanoi
A themed shopping and entertainment district east of Hanoi, with a Venice-style canal, gondolas, K-Town and an evening light show.
- Hanoi
- Included in 1 tour
- Tours from $55
- Updated October 2026
About Mega Grand World Hanoi
Mega Grand World Hanoi is a large themed shopping, dining and entertainment district in the Ocean City development, between Vinhomes Ocean Park 2 and Ocean Park 3. Strictly speaking it is just over the border in Van Giang, Hung Yen, but it is only about 20–25 km east of the Old Quarter and is marketed as part of Hanoi. It opened at the end of 2023 and quickly became one of the city’s favourite photo spots.
Entry to Mega Grand World is free. You pay only for what you do inside: a gondola ride, food, shopping or rides. The area is open all day, though shops, cafés and boats keep their own hours.
Grand Venice, K-Town and more
The centrepiece is an Italian-style quarter built around an artificial canal of about 830 m, lined with pastel façades, bridges and cafés. Gondolas glide up and down the canal, and a pedestrian bridge gives a view over the whole scene. Nearby, K-Town recreates Korean shopping streets with K-pop music, Korean food and fashion, and a neon Hong Kong-inspired street is at its best after dark.
Night shows
In the evening, the canal becomes a stage. The Grand Voyage, a show on a boat stage with 3D projection mapping, water screens, music and dozens of performers, is the main attraction; lighting and music performances also run on some nights. Show times and days change, so check the schedule on the day.
Our Mega Grand World Instagram tour goes by vintage army jeep, green limo or motorbike, with a guide who knows the best angles. Choose the 17:00 departure to see golden hour, the neon lights and the 3D mapping show.
Is Mega Grand World worth visiting?
Yes, if you like lively, photogenic places and evening lights. Entry is free and you pay only for what you do – a gondola on the Venice-style canal, food, shopping or the night show. It is at its best from late afternoon into the evening, when golden hour, the neon streets and the Grand Voyage 3D-mapping show come alive. It is about 20 to 25 km east of the Old Quarter, just over the border in Hung Yen but marketed as part of Hanoi.
Worth it?
Why visit Mega Grand World Hanoi?
- Free entryWalk around the whole district without a ticket.
- Venice-style canalPastel façades, bridges and gondolas on an 830 m canal.
- K-TownKorean-style streets with cafés, food and fashion.
- Neon Hong Kong streetCinematic signs and lights after dark.
- Evening light show3D mapping, water screens and performers on the canal.
- Easy half-day tripAbout 40–60 minutes from the Old Quarter.
Make the most of it
7 best things to do in Mega Grand World Hanoi
Take a gondola ride
Gondolas run along the Venice canal, usually about 10:00–20:00. A one-way ride takes about 15 minutes; prices are roughly 150,000–300,000 VND per person depending on one-way or return. Not included on our tour.
Watch the night show
The Grand Voyage combines a boat stage, 3D mapping, water effects and performers on the canal in the evening. Free to watch; arrive early for a good spot.
Explore K-Town
Korean-inspired streets with cafés, Korean snacks, beauty shops and music.
Photograph the pedestrian bridge view
The best panoramic viewpoint over the canal and façades.
Walk the Hong Kong-inspired street at night
Neon signs and narrow-street sets for night-time photos.
Eat and shop
Restaurants, cafés and shops line the canal; the nearby Vincom Mega Mall has more.
Join our Instagram tour
About 4.5 hours by jeep, green limo or motorbike with photo help; the 17:00 departure includes the 3D mapping show.
Good to know
Tickets: what is free and what costs extra
| Entry to Mega Grand World | Free |
|---|---|
| Gondola ride | Paid; roughly 150,000–300,000 VND per person |
| Grand Voyage night show | Free to watch outdoors (check schedule) |
| Carousel and small rides | Paid separately |
| Costume rental | Paid separately at shops |
| Free shuttle buses | VinBus routes link parts of Hanoi with Ocean City — check current routes |
Prices and schedules change often; check on site or in the official app before you go.
Timing
Best time to visit Mega Grand World Hanoi
Quiet, soft light and few people — good for clean photos.
Bright colours but hot in summer; a good time for cafés.
Golden hour, the lights coming on and the night show — the best time overall.
Very busy with Hanoi families; weekdays are calmer.
Plan your visit
Photo walk: Mega Grand World in one evening
Venice canal promenade
Start in late afternoon light among the pastel façades.
Gondola ride (optional)
A short ride along the canal before the evening crowds.
Pedestrian bridge
The panoramic shot over the whole canal.
K-Town
Cafés and colourful street fronts as the lights come on.
Hong Kong-inspired street
Neon signs at blue hour.
Night show by the canal
Finish with the 3D mapping show — check the time on the day.
Map & directions
How to get to Mega Grand World Hanoi
- By car or GrabAbout 20–25 km, 40–60 minutes from the Old Quarter via Vinh Tuy Bridge and the Hanoi–Hai Phong road. Around 250,000–400,000 VND each way.
- By VinBusElectric VinBus routes connect Hanoi with Ocean City; some are free. Check current routes and stops.
- By motorbikeEasy on main roads; parking is available on site.
- With usOur Instagram tour includes Old Quarter pickup and your choice of jeep, green limo or motorbike.
Eat like a local
Where to eat near Mega Grand World Hanoi
- Canal-side cafésItalian-style cafés and gelato along the Venice canal.
- K-Town Korean foodTteokbokki, fried chicken and Korean barbecue.
- Vincom Mega Mall food courtMany choices nearby, from Vietnamese to international.
- Street snacksStalls with drinks and snacks, especially in the evening.
For your camera
Best photo spots at Mega Grand World Hanoi
- Pedestrian bridgeThe full sweep of the canal and pastel façades.
- Gondola on the canalClassic “Venice” shots from the canal bank.
- K-Town streetsColourful signs and café fronts.
- Hong Kong-inspired street at nightNeon reflections after dark.
- Night show from the canal sideLight and water effects — use a fast shutter.
Local advice
Tips for visiting Mega Grand World Hanoi
Do
- Go late afternoon to see day, dusk and night
- Check the show schedule on the day
- Bring a light jacket for evenings in winter
- Arrive early for a good spot at the show
- Use a power bank — you will take a lot of photos
Don’t
- Expect a historic site — it is a modern themed development
- Visit on public holidays if you dislike crowds
- Assume every activity is free
- Stand on bridges blocking the view during the show
- Forget sunscreen at midday
Visit with a local
Tours that visit Mega Grand World Hanoi
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Mega Grand World Hanoi Instagram Tour by Jeep, Limo or Motorbike
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Good to know
Mega Grand World Hanoi: questions & answers
Is Mega Grand World Hanoi free to enter?
Yes, entry is free. You pay only for activities such as gondola rides, food and shopping.
Where is Mega Grand World Hanoi?
In the Ocean City development (Vinhomes Ocean Park 2 and 3), Van Giang, Hung Yen, about 20–25 km east of the Old Quarter.
How much is the gondola at Mega Grand World?
Roughly 150,000–300,000 VND per person depending on one-way or return. Prices change, so check on site.
What time is the show at Mega Grand World Hanoi?
The Grand Voyage and other shows run in the evening. Times change, so check the schedule on the day; our 17:00 departure is timed to include the 3D mapping show.
How do I get to Mega Grand World from Hanoi?
By Grab or taxi in about 40–60 minutes, by VinBus, or on our guided Instagram tour by jeep, limo or motorbike.
What are the Mega Grand World opening hours?
The area is open all day; shops, cafés, gondolas and shows have their own hours.
Is Mega Grand World Hanoi worth visiting?
Yes, for photos, food and an evening out. It is a modern themed district rather than a historic sight.
Is Mega Grand World in Hanoi or Hung Yen?
Technically it is in Van Giang, Hung Yen, just across the city boundary, but it is only about 20–25 km from the Old Quarter and is marketed as Mega Grand World Hanoi.
What is there to do at Mega Grand World Hanoi?
Ride a gondola along the 830 m Italian-style canal, wander the pastel Grand Venice quarter, explore K-Town's Korean streets and the neon Hong Kong-style street, shop and eat, and watch the Grand Voyage night show with 3D projection mapping and water screens. Entry is free; you pay per activity.
What is the best time to visit Mega Grand World?
Late afternoon into the evening. Arriving around 17:00 lets you catch golden hour, then the neon lights and the 3D-mapping show after dark. Show times and days change, so check the schedule on the day.
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