As the tallest building in Vietnam, Landmark 81's SkyView deck spans three floors near the top of the tower and includes a glass floor section that creates a dramatic straight-down composition looking toward the base of the building and Vinhomes Central Park below. The higher elevation compared to Bitexco produces a flatter, more map-like view of the city, well suited to wide panoramic shots capturing the Saigon River's bends and the density of Thu Thiem's new towers across the water.
| Best time | Sunset into night, around 5:30-7:30pm |
|---|---|
| Best season | Dry season (December-April) |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Address | 720A Dien Bien Phu, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City |
Shooting notes
- Equipment
- Wide-angle lens; a small tripod (where permitted) helps for low-light night shots
- Lens
- 16-35mm wide angle for panoramas; 50mm for the glass floor detail shot
- Composition
- Use the glass floor for a symmetrical straight-down shot with the tower's base as a focal point
- Tip
- Visit right at sunset to capture both a daylight panorama and the night skyline in one visit
Location
720A Dien Bien Phu, Ward 22, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City
10.7949, 106.7218 View on map
Highlights
- Glass floor section for vertigo-inducing straight-down shots
- Highest vantage point in the city
- Panorama over the Saigon River bends
- Vinhomes Central Park visible directly below
Tips for visiting
- Bring a fast lens for interior low-light night shots
- The glass floor gets scuff marks; edit out minor smudges in post
- Combine with a walk through Vinhomes Central Park at ground level before or after
When to visit
Sunset into night
Accessibility
Fully wheelchair accessible via elevator.
Frequently asked questions
Is a tripod allowed on the SkyView deck?
Small tripods are generally tolerated in less crowded sections, though staff may ask visitors to avoid blocking walkways during busy periods.