How to choose the best cinema in Hai Phong for your location and budget
Whether you're staying near Hai Phong Railway Station, AEON Mall or Vu Yen Island, there's a cinema worth checking nearby. The best choice depends on your location, ticket budget, preferred seating and whether you need a movie in its original language.
From the middle rows to about two-thirds of the way back, a large screen fills your view without craning your neck.
Central Hai Phong has five major cinema complexes selling tickets online: CGV AEON Mall, CGV Vincom, Galaxy Cinema, Lotte Cinema and AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island. Galaxy and Lotte are good places to start near Hai Phong Railway Station or the city center. CGV Vincom serves the Hong Bang area, while CGV AEON Mall is convenient for Le Chan. Before booking a Hollywood or Korean movie, check whether the screening uses the original audio, Vietnamese dubbing or the subtitles you need.
1. What cinemas are available in Hai Phong?
The following list focuses on urban Hai Phong, excluding the former Hai Duong area, which became part of the expanded city following the 2025 administrative merger.
Cinemas in the former Hai Duong area are covered separately later in this guide, since they serve a different part of the city and are not particularly convenient for someone staying in central Hai Phong.
| Cinema | Location | Floor | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong | AEON Mall Le Chan, 10 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, An Bien Ward | 3rd | Blockbusters, large screens and premium theaters |
| CGV Vincom Hai Phong | Vincom Plaza Imperia, 1 Bach Dang Street, Hong Bang Ward | 4th | Premium seating and Gold Class |
| Galaxy Cinema Hai Phong | Nguyen Kim - Sai Gon Mall, 104 Luong Khanh Thien Street, Gia Vien Ward | 7th | Central Hai Phong and the railway station area |
| Lotte Cinema Hai Phong | Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong, Le Thanh Tong Street, Ngo Quyen Ward | 5th | Regular moviegoers and affordable tickets |
| AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island | Vincom Mega Mall Royal Island, Vu Yen Island, Thuy Nguyen Ward | 4th | Vu Yen residents and visitors looking for a newer cinema |
Addresses use the updated ward names, although some booking websites may still display the former administrative divisions.
CGV has two locations in Hai Phong: AEON Mall and Vincom Imperia. These are separate cinema complexes, with different ticket prices, screening rooms and showtimes.
Current central Hai Phong ticketing listings also do not show BHD Star, Cinestar or a standard Beta Cinemas branch. AEON BETA is a separate cinema brand rather than a regular Beta Cinemas location.
2. Which cinema should you choose based on where you’re staying?
Choosing a nearby cinema usually makes more sense than crossing the city to save a small amount on tickets.
On weekend evenings, you also need to account for parking, finding the correct entrance, getting upstairs and collecting any tickets or snacks.
Near Hai Phong Railway Station or the Opera House: Galaxy or Lotte
Galaxy Cinema Hai Phong is at 104 Luong Khanh Thien Street, on the same street as Hai Phong Railway Station.
It’s a convenient option for visitors staying around the station, Cau Dat, Lach Tray or the older city-center streets.
The cinema occupies the seventh floor of Nguyen Kim - Sai Gon Mall.
Be careful not to confuse it with another Nguyen Kim electronics store. Searching for "Galaxy Cinema Hai Phong" or the full address, 104 Luong Khanh Thien Street, should lead you to the correct building.
Lotte Cinema is inside Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong, at 1 Le Thanh Tong Street. Its location is convenient for people staying in Ngo Quyen Ward, around the port area or along roads connecting to the city center.
Both are reasonable choices for a standard 2D movie.
Compare their showtimes first, though. They may not offer the same number of screenings or the same subtitle versions.
Near Hong Bang or Vinhomes Imperia: CGV Vincom
CGV Vincom Hai Phong is located inside Vincom Plaza Imperia, at 1 Bach Dang Street.
This is a practical choice for residents of Vinhomes Imperia and people staying around Hong Bang.
The cinema has Gold Class and Sweetbox seating. For a date night or special occasion, these are worth considering instead of standard seats.
Near Le Chan and Vo Nguyen Giap Street: CGV AEON Mall
CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong is inside AEON Mall Le Chan at 10 Vo Nguyen Giap Street.
It’s particularly convenient if you want to combine a movie with shopping or a meal at the same mall.
The cinema has Starium, Cine & Suite and Cine & Forêt screening rooms.
Not every film is scheduled in these premium formats, but this is a good place to check when you want something beyond a standard 2D theater.
Near Thuy Nguyen or Vu Yen Island: AEON BETA
AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island occupies the fourth floor of Vincom Mega Mall Royal Island on Vu Yen Island.
The shopping mall opened on October 3, 2025, bringing another movie theater option to the Thuy Nguyen area.
It’s convenient if you live on Vu Yen Island or are already visiting the development.
However, don’t assume Royal Island is the closest cinema just because it appears nearby on a map. Check the actual road route from the old city center, including bridge crossings and the journey home after the movie.
3. CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong: a good choice for premium screens
CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong
3rd floor, AEON Mall Le Chan
Address: 3rd floor, AEON Mall Hai Phong Le Chan, 10 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, An Bien Ward.
Cinema opening hours: 9:00 AM-midnight.
CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong has eight screening rooms covering approximately 4,300 square meters.
The cinema is on the third floor of AEON Mall. Some older listings mention the fifth floor, but that’s incorrect.
The main attraction here is the variety of screening rooms.
Starium
Starium features a large screen and nearly 400 seats.
It’s worth considering for action movies, science fiction and films with expansive cinematography, provided the movie you want actually has a Starium screening.
Cine & Suite
Cine & Suite focuses on a more comfortable premium seating experience.
It’s a good option when you’re willing to spend more for a relaxed movie night rather than simply booking a standard seat.
Cine & Forêt
Cine & Forêt has a design inspired by a tropical forest, with Bean and Bed seating options.
It’s quite different from an ordinary theater with a little extra decoration. The seating arrangement and atmosphere are part of the experience.
At CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong, Cine & Forêt has specific promotional rates:
| Promotion | Bean seat | Bed seat |
|---|---|---|
| Happy Wednesday | 150,000 VND | 400,000 VND |
| Culture Day - last Monday of the month | 100,000 VND | 300,000 VND |
2026 reference prices; check the final amount at checkout. Rates and conditions may change with each promotion.
Regular adult tickets at CGV AEON Mall are generally more expensive than those at some other Hai Phong cinemas.
The higher price makes more sense when you’re already near AEON Mall, want a particular premium screening room or find a showtime that fits your schedule.
How to find CGV inside AEON Mall
AEON Mall’s usual shopping hours are 10:00 AM-10:00 PM on weekdays and 9:00 AM-10:00 PM on weekends.
The cinema itself lists operating hours from 9:00 AM until midnight.
If you arrive before 10:00 AM on a weekday or book a movie that finishes after 10:00 PM, pay attention to the designated cinema entrance and exit.
Not every shopping mall entrance necessarily follows the cinema’s operating hours.
Save your motorbike or car’s parking zone and floor on your phone.
AEON Mall has a large parking area. Spending twenty minutes looking for your vehicle after a late movie is a rather unnecessary finale.
4. CGV Vincom Hai Phong: best for Gold Class and comfortable seating
CGV Vincom Hai Phong
4th floor, Vincom Plaza Imperia
Address: 4th floor, Vincom Plaza Imperia, 1 Bach Dang Street, Hong Bang Ward.
CGV Vincom Imperia is convenient for people staying around Hong Bang or anyone interested in trying Gold Class without traveling to AEON Mall.
CGV designs its Gold Class experience around premium, business-class-inspired seating.
The screening rooms have fewer seats and a more private atmosphere than standard cinema halls.
There are also Sweetbox seats designed for couples.
However, Sweetbox and Gold Class aren’t the same thing. Don’t assume a seat marked VIP on the booking chart is automatically a Gold Class seat.
Promotional prices at CGV Vincom Hai Phong:
- Happy Wednesday Gold Class tickets: 200,000 VND.
- Culture Day, on the last Monday of the month: 150,000 VND.
These are promotional rates for specific dates, not prices for every Gold Class screening.
Vincom Plaza Imperia generally operates from 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
If your movie ends after the mall’s regular closing time, ask cinema staff which exit you should use.
5. Galaxy Cinema Hai Phong: convenient for the railway station area
Galaxy Hai Phong
7th floor, 104 Luong Khanh Thien
Address: 7th floor, Nguyen Kim - Sai Gon Mall, 104 Luong Khanh Thien Street, Gia Vien Ward.
Hotline: 1900 2224.
Galaxy Hai Phong has six screening rooms with more than 700 seats.
The cinema offers 2D and 3D screenings, Dolby 7.1 sound and couple seating.
Its location makes it particularly convenient if you’re based in central Hai Phong, especially around the railway station and Luong Khanh Thien Street.
Galaxy has its own website and mobile app where you can check currently showing films, select dates, choose showtimes and pay online.
The Hai Phong cinema page organizes the schedule by date, making it easy to see what’s playing before heading out.
For regular moviegoers, Galaxy also offers membership benefits and promotions on certain days.
In 2026, its loyalty program continues to use Star points, which eligible members can redeem toward tickets and concessions.
Galaxy advertises several premium formats across its national network, but that doesn’t mean every format is available in Hai Phong.
The cinema at 104 Luong Khanh Thien has 2D, 3D and couple seating.
Don’t assume the cinema has IMAX Laser or another specialized theater simply because the format appears elsewhere on Galaxy’s website.
6. Lotte Cinema Hai Phong: worth checking for affordable tickets
Lotte Cinema Hai Phong
5th floor, Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong
Address: 5th floor, Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong, 1 Le Thanh Tong Street, Ngo Quyen Ward.
Lotte Cinema Hai Phong is located inside Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong, a relatively manageable shopping mall compared with some of the city’s larger complexes.
The theater has five screening rooms.
For regular 2D moviegoers, Lotte is worth comparing first if keeping ticket costs down matters.
In 2026, standard adult tickets here have a reference price from 60,000 VND on weekdays, below the regular adult rates at Hai Phong’s two CGV locations.
You can browse showtimes through the Lotte Cinema website or app, as well as supported ticketing partners such as MoMo and VNPAY.
Lotte lets customers purchase tickets directly through its website or application and retrieve booking details in their accounts.
For tickets bought through the Lotte app, the operator’s guidance allows customers to present their digital tickets at the cinema.
One location detail can be confusing: older information sometimes mentions a Lotte cinema around Le Hong Phong Street and Lotte Mart.
For the cinema covered here, use Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong, 1 Le Thanh Tong Street when checking your booking and directions.
7. AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island: a newer cinema on Vu Yen Island
AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island
4th floor, Vincom Mega Mall Royal Island
Address: 4th floor, Vincom Mega Mall Royal Island, Vu Yen Island, Thuy Nguyen Ward.
AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island is one of the newer cinemas in Hai Phong.
It’s located in the Royal Island shopping mall, which opened in October 2025.
Tickets for this cinema are sold on platforms including Moveek and VNPAY.
The AEON BETA website also provides sections for currently showing movies, promotions, ticket collection and order information.
Reference prices for 2026 put standard 2D seats at approximately 65,000 VND on weekdays and 70,000 VND on weekends.
The cinema also offers DOKI DOKI couple seating, with prices quoted for a pair.
AEON BETA is convenient if you’re staying in Vu Yen or Thuy Nguyen, or if you’re visiting Royal Island for the day.
Galaxy, Lotte or CGV Vincom may be easier choices for anyone staying near the railway station or central Hai Phong.
Since AEON BETA has fewer screening rooms than CGV AEON Mall, check the schedule before traveling there.
A particular movie might have only a limited number of showtimes, or the version you need might not be showing that day.
8. Cinema ticket prices in Hai Phong in 2026
Ticket prices aren’t fixed across Hai Phong.
Even for the same movie, the final price can depend on the day of the week, seat category, 2D or 3D format, premium screening rooms and available discounts.
The comparison below uses standard adult 2D seats.
All figures are 2026 reference prices, so check the final amount at checkout.
| Cinema | Monday-Thursday | Friday-Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong | 90,000 VND | 110,000 VND |
| CGV Vincom Hai Phong | 79,000 VND | 99,000 VND |
| Galaxy Hai Phong | 65,000 VND | 80,000 VND |
| Lotte Hai Phong | 60,000 VND | 65,000 VND |
| AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island | 65,000 VND | 70,000 VND |
Reference prices for 2026, excluding VIP seats, 3D, special screening rooms and promotions. CGV also publishes Happy Wednesday prices of 79,000 VND at AEON Mall and 75,000 VND at Vincom. Holiday rates and the final checkout price may differ.
Based on these basic prices, Lotte is among the more affordable choices.
Galaxy and AEON BETA are also worth comparing if you mainly watch standard 2D movies.
CGV costs more for regular adult tickets, but offers a wider selection of premium seating and screening experiences, particularly at AEON Mall and Vincom Imperia.
Student, youth and under-23 discounts
Don’t automatically use the adult prices above for everyone in your group.
CGV has U22 and other youth-related ticket categories subject to its membership and age rules.
At its two Hai Phong cinemas, the rate is 70,000 VND for eligible customers under the applicable promotion.
Galaxy and Lotte also offer discounts for students or younger audiences, depending on the program.
However, age limits, required documents and booking rules vary by chain.
Groups with children, students or older family members should check the discount conditions before booking everyone on an app.
Buying regular adult tickets online may be simpler, but it isn’t always the cheapest option.
Are Tuesdays and Wednesdays cheaper?
Weekdays often offer more promotions than weekends.
Galaxy has a Happy Day promotion on Tuesdays and a Customer Appreciation Day on the first Monday of each month.
Lotte also regularly offers special ticket prices on selected days.
CGV runs Happy Wednesday and Culture Day on the last Monday of the month, including separate offers for certain premium screening rooms.
These promotions may exclude public holidays, specific movies, seat categories or certain showtimes.
Check each cinema’s promotion page and compare the actual checkout total rather than assuming every Tuesday or Wednesday ticket is discounted.
9. Are Hollywood and Korean movies shown in their original languages?
This is probably the most important detail for international residents and travelers in Hai Phong.
Vietnamese cinemas frequently offer different language versions of the same film.
Live-action Hollywood movies are commonly screened with their original English audio and Vietnamese subtitles.
Korean and Japanese films are also frequently shown in their original languages with subtitles.
Animated films and family-oriented releases, though, may have Vietnamese-dubbed versions alongside subtitled screenings.
The country of production alone isn’t enough to determine which language you’ll hear.
Always check the label attached to the individual showtime.
Understanding movie language labels in Vietnam
| Label | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 2D Phụ Đề Việt | Vietnamese subtitles, usually with original audio |
| 2D Phụ Đề Anh | English subtitles |
| 2D Phụ Đề Anh & Việt | English and Vietnamese subtitles |
| 2D Lồng Tiếng Việt | Vietnamese-dubbed audio |
| 2D Vietnam Sub | Vietnamese subtitles |
| 2D English Sub | English subtitles |
| 2D Vietnam Dub | Vietnamese dubbing |
CGV’s English-language website uses labels such as Vietnam Sub, English Sub, Eng&Viet Sub and Vietnam Dub to distinguish screening versions.
For example, a Japanese animated movie may have two showtimes on the same day: one with Japanese audio and Vietnamese subtitles, and another dubbed entirely into Vietnamese.
The film title is identical, but the audio experience is completely different.
For a live-action Hollywood movie, Vietnam Sub usually means you’ll hear the original English dialogue while Vietnamese subtitles appear on the screen.
Do movies in Hai Phong have English subtitles?
Sometimes, but English subtitles aren’t guaranteed.
For Hollywood films originally produced in English, the most common subtitled version is usually English audio with Vietnamese subtitles.
English speakers can follow the dialogue without needing English subtitles.
The situation is different for Korean or Japanese films.
If you don’t understand Korean or Japanese, a screening labeled only Vietnam Sub won’t be very useful unless you can also read Vietnamese.
Some releases have bilingual English-Vietnamese subtitles.
CGV’s screening labels and third-party ticketing platforms have previously shown these versions in Hai Phong, but availability depends on the individual film and showtime.
Vietnamese films may occasionally have English-subtitled screenings for international audiences.
Again, this is movie-specific. It isn’t a standard feature of every Vietnamese-language release.
How to check subtitles before paying
Once you’ve found a movie you’re interested in, follow this order:
- Open the movie details and check its original language and country of production.
- Select Hai Phong and your preferred cinema.
- Look at the language label beside the specific showtime.
- For Korean, Japanese or Vietnamese films, choose a screening explicitly marked English Sub or Eng&Viet Sub if you need English subtitles.
- If the booking page only says "Subtitled" without specifying the language, contact the cinema before paying.
This avoids the confusion of simply asking "English available?", which could be interpreted as a question about the booking website rather than the movie itself.
10. Which websites are best for foreigners booking cinema tickets?
Visitors who don’t read Vietnamese comfortably can start with CGV’s English-language website.
CGV provides an official English interface for browsing movies, selecting cinema locations and checking showtimes.
Galaxy, Lotte and AEON BETA also have their own websites and mobile applications.
However, don’t assume every page, notification or payment screen will be available in English.
Booking CGV tickets in Hai Phong
CGV lets customers purchase tickets through its website and CGV Cinemas app.
The usual process is:
- Visit CGV’s website and switch to English if necessary.
- Log in to your membership account.
- Select the movie you want.
- Choose CGV Aeon Mall Hai Phong or CGV Vincom Hai Phong.
- Select the date, showtime and language version.
- Choose the number of tickets, seat category and specific seats.
- Review the total price and complete payment.
- Save the booking code displayed after payment.
You need a CGV account to book online.
Seats are held for a limited period during checkout, so it’s worth having your payment method ready before you begin choosing seats.
After a successful purchase, CGV sends confirmation details by email.
You can use the booking code to collect or present your ticket according to the cinema’s instructions.
Booking Galaxy Cinema tickets
Galaxy supports online bookings through galaxycine.vn and the Galaxy Cinema app.
After logging in, select your movie, cinema, showtime, ticket quantity, seats and any snacks you’d like to add.
Galaxy limits a single transaction to eight seats.
You can then pay using a supported bank card or electronic payment service.
Regular Galaxy moviegoers can collect Star loyalty points by signing in to their membership account before paying.
Booking Lotte Cinema tickets
Lotte Cinema’s website and app let you search by movie title or cinema location.
Choose Lotte Hai Phong at Vincom Le Thanh Tong, then select your film, screening time, seats and any additional products.
After payment, you can retrieve the booking details from your account or transaction history.
Lotte also sends booking confirmation to the registered email address.
For tickets purchased directly through the Lotte Cinema app, you can present the digital ticket according to the chain’s instructions.
Some tickets purchased through partner applications may need to be exchanged for physical tickets at the counter.
Check the collection instructions supplied by whichever platform you used.
Booking AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island tickets
AEON BETA has an official website and its own booking system.
You can browse movies, choose a location, select your screening and check order information.
If you’re using a partner platform such as VNPAY, verify that the selected location is AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island.
Don’t accidentally choose another AEON BETA or Beta Cinemas location.
This matters because AEON BETA operates at several destinations across Vietnam, including the former Hai Duong area.
11. Can you pay with Visa, Mastercard or MoMo?
Major cinema chains in Hai Phong support online payments, although the available methods may differ by website, application and booking platform.
The table below summarizes the payment options at each chain.
| Cinema chain | Bank cards | E-wallets and payment platforms |
|---|---|---|
| CGV | International and domestic bank cards | MoMo, ZaloPay, ShopeePay, ViettelPay, VNPAY, Payoo |
| Galaxy | Domestic ATM cards, Visa, Mastercard, JCB | MoMo, ShopeePay, ZaloPay, VNPAY |
| Lotte Cinema | Visa, Mastercard and domestic bank cards | MoMo, ZaloPay, VNPAY, ShopeePay and other supported options |
| AEON BETA | Check the checkout screen | Options available through its booking system or ticketing partners |
If you only have a foreign bank card
Visa or Mastercard is usually the most practical option to try first.
CGV, Galaxy and Lotte all publish support for these international card networks.
However, accepting a card brand doesn’t guarantee that every card issued abroad will work.
Your bank may require additional verification or decline the transaction under its security rules.
Make sure online payments are enabled and that you can receive any required authentication messages.
If a transaction appears to fail, check your banking app, email and booking history before trying repeatedly.
When money has been deducted but no ticket appears, contact the cinema or payment provider with the transaction details.
If you have a Vietnamese bank account
You may be able to pay using a domestic bank card, banking app, QR payment or supported e-wallet.
MoMo and VNPAY both have integrated movie ticket booking features.
These can be convenient if you already use Vietnamese banking and mobile payment services.
However, a promotion on a third-party ticketing platform may differ from the offer shown on the cinema’s official website.
Membership points, ticket changes and refund conditions may also vary.
For example, Galaxy tickets purchased through partner applications don’t automatically earn Star points in the same way as purchases made through Galaxy’s official channels.
12. How to choose good seats at a Hai Phong cinema
Once you’ve chosen the movie, cinema and language version, the next decision is where to sit.
For a standard screening room, seats near the horizontal center and around the middle to two-thirds of the way toward the back usually provide a balanced viewing angle.
You won’t need to tilt your head upward too much, and you won’t be sitting excessively far from the screen.
Of course, every screening room has a different layout.
The middle row in a 100-seat theater isn’t equivalent to the middle row in a Starium auditorium with nearly 400 seats.
Watching a movie alone
Choose a seat near the centerline of the screen if one is available.
Seats toward the side of a row give easier access to the aisle; just avoid moving too far toward the front corner of the auditorium.
Watching a movie as a couple
CGV’s Sweetbox seats, along with couple seating at Galaxy and AEON BETA, can be good choices when you want to sit together.
These seats may have different pricing structures from standard tickets.
Check whether the displayed price is per person or per couple.
At AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island, the 2026 reference price list identifies DOKI DOKI couple seats as seating for two, rather than a single-person ticket.
Watching a movie with children
An aisle seat can make bathroom breaks easier.
But before choosing seats, make sure the film is appropriate for your child’s age.
Vietnam uses film classification labels including P, K, T13, T16 and T18.
For T13, T16 and T18 films, viewers below the stated age threshold are not allowed to attend, even when accompanied by an adult.
A fantasy or animated movie might look family-friendly from its poster, but its official classification still matters.
13. How early should you arrive at the cinema?
If you’ve already booked online, arriving at the cinema counter area around 15-20 minutes before the scheduled showtime is a sensible plan.
That gives you time to locate the right floor, solve any ticket problems and buy popcorn or drinks.
It’s a practical recommendation rather than a universal requirement imposed by every cinema chain.
Allow a little more time to find the entrance when visiting a large shopping mall for the first time.
Finding the cinema inside each shopping mall
- CGV AEON Mall Hai Phong: 3rd floor, AEON Mall Le Chan, 10 Vo Nguyen Giap Street.
- CGV Vincom Hai Phong: 4th floor, Vincom Plaza Imperia, 1 Bach Dang Street.
- Galaxy Hai Phong: 7th floor, Nguyen Kim - Sai Gon Mall, 104 Luong Khanh Thien Street.
- Lotte Cinema Hai Phong: 5th floor, Vincom Plaza Le Thanh Tong, 1 Le Thanh Tong Street.
- AEON BETA Royal Island: 4th floor, Vincom Mega Mall Royal Island, Vu Yen Island.
The cinema floor generally contains the ticket counter, concessions area and waiting space outside the screening rooms.
When you reach the theater, check the film title, start time and auditorium number printed on your ticket.
Don’t enter a room simply because the poster outside shows the movie you booked.
The same film may be playing in multiple auditoriums only a few minutes apart.
What happens if your movie ends after the mall closes?
This situation is fairly common at cinemas inside shopping malls.
For example, AEON Mall Le Chan’s general shopping hours end at 10:00 PM, but CGV publishes operating hours until midnight.
Some screenings may finish after most shops have closed.
That doesn’t mean you’ll need to leave the movie early.
Just note that the exit used after the mall closes may differ from the one you entered through.
Ask cinema staff:
"Which exit should I use after the movie?"
Motorbike riders should also ask how to reach the parking area after a late screening.
Book a taxi or ride-hailing pickup at a clearly identified gate instead of entering only the shopping mall’s general name.
14. Which Hai Phong cinema is best for different movie nights?
There isn’t a single best cinema for everyone.
Someone who frequently watches Korean films may care most about subtitles.
A group of friends going to a major blockbuster might prioritize a large screen or a row of adjacent seats.
For Hollywood movies in English
Start by checking CGV, Galaxy and Lotte, then compare their showtimes.
Most Hollywood live-action films aimed at adult audiences are commonly screened in their original language with Vietnamese subtitles.
Animated and family movies require more care because Vietnamese-dubbed versions may also be available.
The booking page may offer both: choose Vietnam Sub rather than Vietnam Dub when you want the original English dialogue.
For Korean or Japanese movies with English subtitles
Don’t book a ticket just because your chosen film appears in the schedule.
Look for an explicit English Sub or Eng&Viet Sub label.
When the booking page doesn’t confirm English subtitles, ask the cinema directly.
A two-hour Korean film with Vietnamese-only subtitles can be difficult to follow if you don’t understand Korean or Vietnamese, no matter how comfortable the seats are.
For big-screen blockbusters
CGV AEON Mall is worth checking first because of its Starium auditorium.
The fact that CGV operates IMAX, 4DX or ScreenX theaters elsewhere in Vietnam doesn’t mean AEON Mall Hai Phong offers all those formats.
Use the format listed beside the actual showtime rather than the national cinema chain’s general advertising.
For an affordable weekday movie
Lotte, Galaxy and AEON BETA are good places to start your price comparison.
In 2026, regular adult 2D tickets at these cinemas start around 60,000-65,000 VND on weekdays, before promotions.
Membership discounts or age-based offers can change the comparison.
A CGV Happy Wednesday promotion, for instance, might work out better than a premium screening at another cinema that isn’t discounted.
For a date night
CGV Vincom Imperia offers Gold Class and Sweetbox, while CGV AEON Mall has Cine & Suite and Cine & Forêt.
Budget allowing, choosing a premium screening room can make the evening feel a little different.
For Cine & Forêt, check the seat diagram and the separate Bean and Bed prices carefully.
It’s easy to spend more than planned if you select a lounge-style seat when you originally intended to book a regular 2D ticket.
15. What cinemas are in the former Hai Duong area?
In 2025, Hai Duong and Hai Phong were merged into the expanded administrative city of Hai Phong.
As a result, searching for "cinemas in Hai Phong" may now return theaters in the former Hai Duong area as well.
These cinemas are more useful if you live, work or are staying around the former Hai Duong city center.
They aren’t close alternatives for visitors based in central port-side Hai Phong.
AEON BETA Hai Duong
This cinema is located on the third floor of AEON Hai Duong shopping mall, in the Thach Khoi Ward area.
It belongs to the same AEON BETA network as Vincom Royal Island but is a completely separate cinema.
Choose the correct location when booking online.
Lotte Cinema Hai Duong
Lotte Hai Duong is listed on the fourth floor of Do Gia Palace, 158 Ngo Quyen Street.
The cinema belongs to the Lotte Cinema chain and has online ticketing options.
Some map platforms display different street numbers, so using Do Gia Palace as your destination is helpful when checking directions.
Venus Cinema Hai Duong
Venus Cinema is located at 62-66 Nguyen Van Linh Street in central former Hai Duong.
It has three screening rooms and 343 seats.
This is a local cinema brand rather than part of the CGV, Lotte or AEON BETA networks.
Ramestar Hai Duong
Ramestar is listed at 172 Thanh Binh Street, but cinema listings don’t show a clear online ticket schedule for it.
Contact the venue to confirm it is operating before making a special trip.
Thong Nhat Cinema
Thong Nhat Cinema is a newly rebuilt cultural venue at 28 Ho Chi Minh Avenue, Le Thanh Nghi Ward.
The building was inaugurated on December 31, 2025.
It has three screening rooms with 44, 131 and 180 seats, providing a total capacity of 355.
The venue was introduced as a place for film-related cultural activities and screenings.
However, don’t expect daily commercial ticket booking in the same way as CGV or Lotte.
Anyone interested in film weeks, special screenings or local cultural events in the former Hai Duong area can follow announcements from the city’s cultural authorities.
16. What to check before confirming your booking
Three mistakes are especially easy to make if you’re new to Hai Phong or unfamiliar with Vietnamese cinema apps.
Choosing the wrong location: CGV AEON Mall and CGV Vincom are both CGV theaters, but they are in different parts of the city. AEON BETA Royal Island and AEON BETA Hai Duong are also separate venues.
Choosing the wrong language version: Vietnamese subtitles aren’t English subtitles, and Vietnamese dubbing means the original dialogue has been replaced with Vietnamese voice acting. An animated film may have several language versions under the same title.
Choosing the wrong seat or screening room: Standard, VIP, Sweetbox, Gold Class, Starium and Cine & Forêt seats can differ considerably in price and layout. Review the actual seating chart before paying.
If you’re booking for children, students or older family members, also check whether anyone qualifies for a discounted ticket.
Some ticket categories require verification at the counter and may not be available through online booking.
For foreigners settling in Hai Phong, becoming familiar with local banking apps, mobile payments and updated ward names will make everyday errands easier too.
A movie also pairs easily with dinner, shopping or sightseeing, with the rest of the day built around Hai Phong’s shopping malls, places to play with kids, Hai Phong at night and Vu Yen Island.
Choose two cinemas near where you’re staying, compare their showtimes for the same day and check the audio and subtitle labels before paying. Once you’ve found the right screening, select your seats, complete the booking and save the ticket code on your phone.
Frequently asked questions
How many movie theaters are there in Hai Phong?
Central Hai Phong has five commercial cinema complexes selling tickets online: CGV AEON Mall, CGV Vincom, Galaxy Cinema, Lotte Cinema and AEON BETA Vincom Royal Island. The expanded city also includes cinemas in the former Hai Duong area, including AEON BETA Hai Duong, Lotte Hai Duong, Venus and Thong Nhat Cinema. Ramestar is also listed, although it has no regular online ticket schedule.
Which cinema is closest to Hai Phong city center?
Galaxy Cinema at 104 Luong Khanh Thien Street is particularly convenient if you're staying near Hai Phong Railway Station or the older city center. Lotte Cinema at 1 Le Thanh Tong Street is another good option around Ngo Quyen. The actual closest cinema depends on your hotel, neighborhood and route.
Do Hollywood movies in Hai Phong have English subtitles?
Hollywood films originally in English are commonly screened with English audio and Vietnamese subtitles, rather than English subtitles. Some films offer bilingual English-Vietnamese subtitles, but this varies by screening. For Korean, Japanese or Vietnamese films, look for an explicit English Sub or Eng&Viet Sub label if you need English subtitles.
Can foreigners book cinema tickets online using an international card?
CGV, Galaxy and Lotte publish support for international card networks such as Visa or Mastercard. You can generally select a cinema, date, showtime and seats on the official website or app before paying. Whether a foreign-issued card is accepted in practice also depends on the issuing bank, authentication requirements and the payment gateway.
How much is a cinema ticket in Hai Phong?
Based on 2026 reference prices, regular adult 2D tickets at the five central cinema complexes generally range from around 60,000 to 110,000 VND, depending on the theater and day. Premium seats, 3D screenings and specialized auditoriums cost more. The amount shown at the final payment step is the price to rely on.






