Travel Guide To Ha Long And The Best Things To Do

Halong, or Ha Long City, is a coastal city in Quang Ninh Province in northeastern Vietnam. It is the gateway to the world-famous Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning natural beauty and limestone karst formations. Besides, Ha Long Bay is the main attraction for both foreign and Vietnamese tourists. This blog will provide a guide to having a wonderful trip in Ha Long.

Introduce about Ha Long City, Quang Ninh

Halong City is situated on the banks of Bai Chay Beach, and its picturesque surroundings attract tourists from all over the globe. The city is characterized by its mix of modern developments and traditional Vietnamese charm. It offers a variety of accommodation options, restaurants serving delicious local seafood, and vibrant markets where you can immerse yourself in the local culture.

Ha Long City, a destination that owns many attractive landscapes in Quang Ninh

Foreign tourists usually travel from the end of November until after the Tet Holiday. Regarding Vietnamese tourists, the ideal time for travel in general and Ha Long, in particular, is from June to August, when families often combine rest and play with their children.

Besides, you can use popular types of public transportation, such as taxis, coaches, and trains. For tourists from southern cities, you can take a plane, land at Cat Bi Airport in Hai Phong or Van Don Airport in Quang Ninh, and move quickly to Ha Long.

The best place you must visit when traveling to Ha Long

Right now, HoaBinh Airlines will share a list of the best places where tourists often have fun when coming to Ha Long.

Halong Bay

Halong Bay, located in northeastern Vietnam, is one of the country's most enchanting and iconic destinations. This breathtaking natural wonder is renowned for its emerald waters and thousands of limestone karsts and islets that rise majestically from the sea, creating a surreal and mesmerizing seascape. The two most famous places in Halong Bay are Sung Sot Cave and Titop Island. Visitors can also experience exciting activities such as climbing, kayaking, skydiving, windsurfing, jet skiing, etc.

Visitors kayaking to explore Halong Bay

Tuan Chau Island

Owning the gateway position to Halong Bay, Tuan Chau Island is a must-see when traveling to Ha Long, with the most extensive artificial yacht system in Vietnam and many attractive amusement and entertainment areas. It will surely bring you an unforgettable, fun experience.

Tuan Chau Island is one of the beautiful islands of Ha Long Bay that attracts many tourists

Bai Chay Beach

Bai Chay Beach is famous for its clear blue seawater and has a romantic coastline of over 1000 meters. It is suitable as a place to organize team-building games or as a dating place for couples at the end of the day.

Bai Chay beach has been crowded with tourists in recent years

Bai Tho Mountains

Bai Tho Mountain is located on Cat Ba Island, one of Halong Bay's largest and most beautiful islands. Named after the poem "Ha Long Bay'' by author Nguyen Trai, Bai Tho Mountain is famous for its diverse cave system and beautiful scenery. Guests will experience sports activities such as climbing, kayaking, and scuba diving and enjoy the majestic and romantic nature.

Sitting on the top of Bai Tho mountain, you can admire the poetic beauty of Ha Long Bay

Quang Ninh Museum

Quang Ninh Museum is in the city center, a few minutes from Hon Gai Harbor. Quang Ninh Museum has unique and modern architecture, with an appearance like a giant chestnut, marking the arrival of a giant chestnut. Wealthy from the mineral resources of this land. Inside, the museum displays Quang Ninh Province's rich historical, cultural, and artistic assets, creating a journey of recollection and learning about this land.

Quang Ninh Museum, the mysterious black pearl of Ha Long city

Ha Long Cuisine

As one of the provinces in the sea, this will have a variety of seafood, such as oysters, surface fish, etc. In addition, an extremely famous specialty in Ha Long is squid cake.

Come to Ha Long; do not forget to enjoy the specialties here

Experience traveling in Ha Long

Here are some tips to help you best prepare for your trip to Ha Long:

• Book a tour or cruise from reputable companies: When choosing a tour or cruise to explore Ha Long, you should book from reputable and reliable travel companies. It helps you ensure safety and quality of service during your trip.
• Contribution to environmental protection: Ha Long is a world heritage site with beautiful nature. Help protect the environment by keeping it clean and not harming the bay's ecology.
• Bring complete personal belongings: When traveling to Ha Long, bring enough personal items such as life jackets, helmets (if participating in outdoor activities), sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and other personal items.
• Prepare cash: Although many stores and restaurants accept credit cards, sometimes cash is a convenient way to pay, especially when traveling to remote areas.

Some real experiences when traveling to Ha Long

HoaBinh Airlines believes the above travel guide will help you prepare for the Ha Long trip for the first time. If you want to book flight tickets quickly and conveniently, please contact us through our hotline at 0939.311.911 - 0913.311.911 for 24/7 support.