Welcoming the New Year 2026, Hanoi is expected to organize fireworks displays in 5 areas with 6 high-altitude and low-altitude battlefields for 15 minutes, from 11:45 PM on December 31, 2025 to 0:00 AM on January 1, 2026.
To avoid being "stuck" in the crowd or encountering scenes of "overcharging" parking fees, understanding safe parking spots is the number one priority of people and tourists tonight.
Below are detailed suggestions for parking spots in 5 key fireworks display areas:
1. Hoan Kiem Lake area: 2 battlefields in the area of Hanoi Moi Newspaper and Hanoi Post Office
Hoan Kiem Lake area will definitely be the hottest spot tonight with the Countdown event and brilliant high-altitude fireworks display. To avoid being "overcharged" with prices up to 100,000 VND/car at spontaneous locations, you should choose a reasonable parking location in advance.
For motorbikes, streets such as Hai Ba Trung, Ly Thuong Kiet, Quang Trung, Ngo Quyen, the section opposite the State Bank, the area of the National Library fence on Quang Trung street, No. 61 Ly Thai To, the Flower Garden of the Opera House or the sidewalks of Phu Doan, Nguyen Huu Huan are quite ideal parking coordinates.
If traveling by car, you can choose larger-scale parking lots at Chuong Duong Do, under Chuong Duong bridge, Dong Xuan market, Hang Da market, or parking spots on Dinh Tien Hoang, Ngo Quyen, Ly Thai To streets...
A small tip to save costs is to proactively park in outer areas such as Nha Tho Lon, Hang Ma or Ba Trieu with prices usually ranging from only 20,000 to 30,000 VND. Parking lots near the lake such as Hang Gai or Cau Go, parking prices are often pushed up from 50,000 to 100,000 VND during peak hours near New Year's Eve.
2. West Lake Area: Lac Long Quan Flower Garden
The area around West Lake is always an attractive destination thanks to its airy space, but Lac Long Quan and Vo Chi Cong streets are often overloaded on New Year's Eve. Therefore, Tay Ho district has proactively arranged a system of official parking spots stretching throughout the area.
First, you can go to the system of schools and cultural centers such as Xuan La Primary/Secondary School at No. 34 Xuan La, Nhat Tan Secondary School at No. 474 Lac Long Quan, or District Culture - Information Center at two facilities No. 101 Xuan La and 691 Lac Long Quan. These are locations with spacious premises, guaranteed security and tightly controlled prices.
In addition, large entertainment and service complexes are also open to welcome parking customers. You can choose parking tunnels at Lotte Mall Tay Ho No. 683 Lac Long Quan, West Lake Water Park or Flower Valley area.
In addition, locations such as land plot No. 360 Lac Long Quan, Van Nien Pagoda and Tao Sach Pagoda are also effective backup plans.
3. My Dinh area: F1 race track area
People can approach to watch fireworks from Thang Long, Me Tri or Tran Huu Duc boulevards to avoid congestion at Le Duc Tho.
Regarding the parking location, one of the most ideal coordinates is the Indoor Athletics Palace located on Tran Huu Duc street. With the advantage of a spacious parking lot and only about 1km walking from the fireworks display point, this is a strategic location to help you easily escape to Trinh Van Bo or Xuan Phuong streets immediately after the performance ends without worrying about being stuck in the crowd.
If you prioritize safety and stable prices, choose the parking system of the surrounding high-class apartment buildings such as The Manor, Golden Palace or My Dinh Pearl even if you have to walk a little further.
In case of parking at My Dinh Stadium, you should prioritize the area near the gate of Tan My street to be able to quickly exit the main axis immediately after the event ends.
4. Thong Nhat Park: Coconut Island Area
The shooting point is located in the middle of the lake, so tourists often gather at Tran Nhan Tong pedestrian street.
Ideal locations for parking here are the area at the beginning of Tran Nhan Tong street, the intersection with Le Duan, the entrance to Nguyen Dinh Chieu street, along the sidewalk of Nguyen Dinh Chieu street or taking advantage of parking lots located deep inside Thong Nhat Park.
Because the area of parking lots around Thien Quang Lake is limited and often falls into a very fast overload situation, tourists should be present in this area before 10 PM. Arriving early is the secret for you to leisurely find parking space and choose a golden coordinate on the lake bank to watch fireworks.
5. Van Quan Lake area Ha Dong
The Van Quan Lake area (Ha Dong) originally has a moderate lake surface area and quite narrow surrounding roads, so traffic jams often occur on New Year's Eve. According to actual experience, from about 11 pm onwards, the main entrances towards the lake will almost completely be completely blocked, even pedestrians will have difficulty jostling into the center.
Therefore, the smartest parking option for you is to choose the parking basement of high-rise apartment buildings located right next to or near the Van Quan lake area, then leisurely walk to the shooting point. Instead of struggling at risky sidewalk parking lots, parking in the building basement will help you feel absolutely secure about prices and security.
In addition, you should choose a coffee shop with lake views and actively arrive early from around 10:30 PM. This way helps you both have a stable parking space and an ideal seat to enjoy drinks and watch fireworks without having to jostle on the road.
Parking experience for a complete New Year's Eve
Always ask for prices and agree clearly before handing over the car, especially at spontaneous parking spots to avoid being overcharged or arguing after events.
Absolutely do not leave money, important papers or parking tickets in the trunk, always bring them with you to prevent thieves.
Because the number of vehicles at parking lots tonight is very large, you should take pictures of parking locations or nearby signs and milestones to make it easier to find them when you get your car back.
Finally, you should actively move early, be present at the shooting point at least 2 hours in advance.
