Vietnam's skyline soars: 10 tallest towers, 20 more underway

Vietnam's rapid urbanisation has ushered in a stunning array of skyscrapers, symbolising economic vitality and architectural ambition.

Vietnam's skyline has undergone a breathtaking metamorphosis, evolving from colonial-era low-rises to a constellation of gleaming supertalls that pierce the tropical haze. 

From Ho Chi Minh City's glittering waterfront icons to Hanoi's modern monoliths, these towers blend luxury living, commerce, and tourism. 

In Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, economic dynamism fuels this vertical ambition, symbolising the nation's roaring ascent as Southeast Asia's growth engine. 

Currently, leading the pack is Landmark 81, a 461-metre marvel, with rooftop facilities offering unrivalled views of the Saigon River. The iconic mixed-use supertall in Vinhomes Central Park features luxury apartments, Vincom Center mall, hotel, and Skyview observation deck overlooking the Saigon River.

Keangnam Hanoi Landmark Tower follows at 336 metres. It was once Vietnam's tallest, and a premier address in Hanoi, until it was overtaken by Landmark 81 in Ho Chi Minh City.

Lotte Centre, currently the third-tallest in the Asian coun try, houses the Lotte Mall, offices, apartments, and a helipad. It also boasts Hanoi's highest observation deck with panoramic city views.

These vertical wonders reflect the nation's bold leap into global prominence amid Southeast Asia's vertical race.

20 more skyscrapers underway

Yet, the horizon buzzes with promise: over 20 skyscrapers taller than 150 metres are under construction.

These include the Phương Trạch Tower (600m), in Hanoi, expected to be completed in 2030. This megatall tower, which broke ground in 2023, will become Vietnam's tallest building upon completion, surpassing Landmark 81. It features mixed-use spaces including offices, residences, and hotels, designed to anchor a new urban district.

Another project underway: Smart City Financial Tower (450m), designed by global firm SOM, located in the North Hanoi Smart City development due in 2028. This 108-story mixed-use skyscraper broke ground in early 2025 as the centerpiece of a vast public park and smart city initiative.

Here’s our list of the top 10 tallest completed skyscrapers in Vietnam today: