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Hai Phong city tour: Best Hiking in Countryside mountain

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Hai Phong city tour lets you busy in the afternoon with the Gia Vi cave visit, Long Hoa Ancient pagoda , Hiking across the mountain in countryside, sightseeing from viewpoint and enjoy burnt dried squid or dried fish and local wine cook by quality rice, try the Hai Phong specialty – Red Crab Noodles . This’ s perfect to make before flight at Cat Bi airport (Hai Phong airport) and to store luggage.

Pick up for Hai Phong city tour

We are very flexible in pick up for this Hai Phong city tour. We will meet you directly at your hotel in Hai Phong or Halong port.

Pick up time:

Halong port : After disembark
Haiphong center : 13:00

Hai Phong city tour schedules

Hai Phong city tour with mountain hiking in Hai Phong countryside is new product organized by Hai Phong Tours and is private tour. In this tour, you will be closer to nature, challence your health with mountain trekking to visit karst limestone military caves and admire sunset falling in golden river from top of mountain.

Hai Phong Tours picks up people from 13:30 at hotel in Hai Phong city. Then we head to Elephant Mountain – Núi Voi in An Lão distric.

13:10 : Cross the mountain to visit the Long Hoa ancient mountain that was built in Ly Dynasty, 11th Century. Then we move on to the Gia Vi cave, limestone karst cave.

Next, Continue the hike to the Elephant’s back, the Fairy Checker Board peak, admire sunset, river, overview of villages, countryside, water rice fields. We will burn dried squid on the mountain peak and enjoy it with local wine (free to drink as much as possible).

16:00 , Return to city, stop at local vendor to enjoy Red Crab Noodles as locals do. Then drop at Cat Bi airport (Hai Phong airport) or hotel in Hai Phong.

Basically, the flight out of Hai Phong is from 6:45pm. The check in requires 90 mins before departure. Then 5:15pm to show at airport will do.

Tour includes

A/C round way private transfer
Red Crab Noodle + Dried Squid + Local wine
Entrance tickets, parking fees
1 bottle of water/person

Tour excludes

Tip for driver, tour guide (recommended)
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What to bring with me for the Hai Phong city tour? Please consider to bring phone, camera, sunglasses. If you do option 2 or 3, you should bring suitable shoes and short trousers for trekking.
Should I bring my own water? In the tour package, we offer 1 bottle of mineral water. You can bring more if you prefer.
Can you pick us up in Halong or Got harbor? Yes, we can if you book option 1 or 2. There is small transfer fee added in this case.
I am vegetarian, can you prepare food for me? If so, we do not go to eat Bánh Đa Cua anymore. We go to vegetarian restaurant in city center instead.

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Hai Phong Opera House from Hai Phong port

Hai Phong City Tour and Rural Villages

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Tour Route: Hai Phong Port – Post Office – Opera House – Great Church – Du Hang Pagoda – Vinh Bao Cultural Village – Hai Phong Port

Tour Highlights

Visit Hai Phong’s key attractions: Post Office, Opera House, Great Church, and Du Hang Pagoda.
Explore Vinh Bao Cultural Village with scenic rice paddies and historic pagodas.
Enjoy a leisurely stroll or bike ride through the village lanes.
Experience warm hospitality and green tea at a neighborhood household.
Delight in an exhilarating puppet show at the communal house.
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Duration: 1 Day Pick-up/Drop-off: Hai Phong Port Highlights: Post Office, Opera House, Great Church, Du Hang Pagoda, Vinh Bao Cultural Village Tour Customizable: Absolutely! (Tell us your specific requirements in the inquiry form)

Visit all of Hai Phong’s key attractions, such as the Post Office , Opera House , Great Church , and Du Hang Pagoda , starting at the port. As you tour a variety of busy stores in the Do Market, interact with the locals and try your hand at haggling.

Du Hang Pagoda - Hai Phong shore excursions

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A Complete Guide to Visiting the City of Hai Phong

A trip to northern Vietnam should always include a stop at Hai Phong, an important industrial center and seaport in the Red River Delta. Whether you travel to Hai Phong to seek out its beautiful architectural and cultural treasures or as a stop on the way to Ha Long Bay and beyond, don’t miss the opportunity to see what Hai Phong has to offer.

The History of Hai Phong

Hai Phong’s recorded history dates back to 43 AD, when Le Chan, a formidable female general, founded the strategic city in order to repel invading Chinese troops. The city’s name means “coastal defense.” The fierceness of the ocean nearby and its critical location on the waterways that lead into Vietnam’s interior not only made it easily defensible but vastly important for trade and commerce with Hanoi and the seafaring traders that arrived from India, China, the Mediterranean, and, eventually, Western Europe and Britain.

Hai Phong continued to be an important defensive city throughout the Middle Ages. In 1881, however, tragedy struck when a vicious cyclone tore through the city and killed around 300,000 people, leaving it weak to invasion. In 1885, the French gained control of Vietnam and turned Hai Phong into their naval center to support nearby Hanoi, the political center. Later, the city served as North Vietnam’s sole seaport during the Vietnam War.

Today, Hai Phong is the third largest city in Vietnam after Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, and the second largest economic center in Northern Vietnam, home to thriving industries such as agriculture, fishing, and manufacturing. In recent years, it has also gained popularity as a tourist destination. Hai Phong serves as both a destination of its own and a jumping point to Ha Long Bay, Cat Ba Island, and other area attractions.

Best Time to Visit

Northern Vietnam has two seasons: hot-and-wet and cool-and-dry. While Vietnam is a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year, spring (March and April) and fall (September through December) in the north, where Hai Phong is located, offer the most equable temperatures and best chances of cooperative weather.

About Hai Phong

Hai Phong is located on the northern arm of the Red River Delta, a vast dumping ground for the rich silt picked up during the Red River’s long 750 mile journey (1,200 km) through southwestern China and out into the Gulf of Tonkin. Hai Phong is also located near huge coal deposits, which helped turn the city into a center for industry.

Although it has a strong commercial and industrial base, the city itself is delightfully colonial mixed with modern construction. Cultural attractions abound, including temples, shrines, pagodas, mausoleums, museums, art, architecture, and restaurants that serve up delicious local fare. You’ll also find beautiful beaches, lots of shopping, and an exuberant nightlife scene.

One of Hai Phong’s most iconic sights is streets lined with Flame of the Forest trees, which delight the eyes with their bright red blooms during the summer months. The annual Red Flamboyant Festival in May brings art troupes from all over Asia as well as other performances and exhibits to celebrate the vivid flowering of the trees.

Attractions Near Hai Phong

Du hong pagoda.

Built during the Le Gia Tong dynasty of the 17 th century, this Buddhist pagoda reflects an ancient and respected building style from the 10 th century, including Indian- and Cambodian-style roofs in the alter rooms and more recent artistic additions from the early 20 th century. The beautifully constructed pagoda is overlooked by a bell tower and is nestled among serene gardens. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful quiet, bring bread to feed the turtles and fish, and revel in the artistry evident all throughout the compound. Please dress respectfully when visiting this holy site.

Hong Khen Communal House (Nhan Tho Communal House)

Built in 1717 to honor a Vietnamese hero named Ngo Quyen, the communal house was moved in 1841 from the original Khen Village to its current position on Hong Khen Street. The structure is used as a temple by the community, and it is renowned for the exquisite woodwork used in the construction as well as the 300+ brightly colored dragon images and statues contained within. The site is open to visitors all year round and often houses festivals and religious ceremonies. Find the Hong Khen Communal House in Du Hong Khen Ward in the Le Chan District.

Municipal Theater and Municipal Theater Square

Located in Hai Phong’s city center, the Municipal Theater is home to many important celebrations and events throughout the year. Designed by French architects and built using imported materials, the theater is designed to hold up to 400 people. The ceiling of the theater is painted with frescoes and flowers as well as the names of famous writers and artists. Outside, Theater Square provides a peaceful and beautiful oasis from the city, with fountains, flower gardens, and sparkling lights. Call ahead or check with your hotel concierge for public opening times and dates, as these change according to the theater’s event schedule.

Hai Phong City Museum

What the museum lacks in quantity, it makes up for in quality. Housed in a beautiful Gothic colonial building, the museum displays artifacts from Hai Phong’s past, including finds from ancient nearby tombs, ceramics, taxidermy, and remnants of war in the garden area—all with written English translations. For those looking to understand Hai Phong’s role as an important seaport over the centuries, a visit to this museum is a must. Be advised that it is only open four days a week for a couple hours at a time, and plan your sight seeing schedule accordingly: Tuesday and Thursday from 8am – 10:30am, and Wednesday and Sunday from 7:30pm – 9:30pm.

Museum of Military Region III

For those interested in Vietnam’s war history, this museum has it all. Established in 1969 by the Political Bureau of Military Region III, visitors will gain a better perspective of the fierce desire for independence against colonizers and foreign invaders that the native Vietnamese have exhibited throughout the decades, including France’s colonization in the 18 th and 19 th centuries and U.S. imperialism in the 19 th and 20 th centuries. Exhibits include fascinating war detritus such as bombs and other weapons. Open Monday through Friday from 7:30am – 11am, and 1pm – 4pm. Closed Saturdays and Sundays.

Navy Museum

On the road from Do Son Resort to downtown Hai Phong, the Navy Museum in contained in a ship anchored next to the Rao Bridge. The museum explores Vietnam’s naval exploits in the navy’s quest to gain independence throughout the 20 th century, and it is a popular museum sought out by war veterans from both sides of the various wars. The museum is packed with seafaring artifacts as well as information about important Vietnamese naval battles. Admission is free, and opening hours are on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 8am – 11am.

Nghe Temple

The Nghe Temple, once a small shrine and later built into a more impressive temple, honors Hai Phong’s founder, the female General Le Chan, who worked under the Trung sisters to help repel Chinese invaders in 43 AD. Locals consider it an important religious site, so please dress and act respectfully. Visitors will be fascinated by the intricately carved stonework that adorns the walls, roof, and steps of the temple. The temple is open all year round.

Bao Dai Villa

Originally built in 1928 by the French Governor-General of Indochina, Bao Dai Villa was later offered to Vietnam’s last emperor, Bao Dai, in 1946. The emperor loved to visit the villa during summer excursions to the Hai Phong area, enjoying the exquisite views of Do Son Peninsula. Today, the villa is a hotel where guests can pore over old royal photos, try on royal costumes (and take picture souvenirs), and see Bao Dai’s throne as well as taking in the beautiful views. The villa is open to guests all year round.

Guided tours provide great information, a practical itinerary, and an excellent way for visitors to see the most important sights in Hai Phong accompanied by a Vietnamese-speaking tour guide, many of whom also speak excellent English. For first-time visitors or veteran travelers, make sure you check out some of Hai Phong’s best tours to make the most of your time.

Hai Phong City Tour

One of the most highly rated tours in Hai Phong, the Hai Phong City Tour is run by Mr. Phuong and his staff of attentive and informed employees. Visitors will get the opportunity to visit Hai Phong City highlights as well as take day trips to Ha Long Bay, all tidily planned and executed with precision and comfort. All tours include hotel pickup and drop-off. Mr. Phuong is a native of Hai Phong and is incredibly versed in the history of the city as well as of its hidden treasures.

Tam Bac Lake and Flower Market (Quan hoa)

Enjoy a pleasant walk under the trees along the lake’s shore and visit the Flower Market on the eastern side of the lake. The flower market is comprised of five splendid arched-roof kiosks built in 1941 by the French as a beautiful place in which to buy fresh flowers. Also within easy walking distance of the lake and market is a massive bronze statue of the female General Le Chan, ancient Vietnamese hero and founder of Hai Phong city.

The Colonial Quarter

Dien Bien Phu Street and Tran Hung Dao Street have survived many conflicts to become part of the city’s Colonial Quarter, a bastion of surviving French architecture and charm within Hai Phong. Grand colonial buildings, mature trees that line the broad streets, and a thriving café culture all speak to the French influences that helped create this part of old Hai Phong. Stroll the boulevards and gaze at the beautiful buildings, and top off the afternoon of sight seeing by enjoying a drink and a snack at an outdoor café while watching the crowd go by.

Exotic Excursions

Cat ba island.

Cat Ba Island is the largest island in Ha Long Bay, a body of water littered with majestic limestone karsts in a blue-green sea. Cat Ba Island is large enough to support a town, and this town is the most popular overnight stop on Ha Long Bay cruises. Stay a few hours or a few days while you explore the mysterious caves, beautiful beaches, and rugged national park on the island. It’s easy to book transportation from Hai Phong Bay, and travel time from the port to the island takes about 45 minutes, with another 15 minutes of travel by bus to Cat Ba Town.

Do Son Beach

22 km (14 miles) from Hai Phong lie the three beaches of Do Son as well as the country’s only casino. What was once a popular resort area for the French is now popular among the Vietnamese—especially sun seekers traveling from Hanoi. Relax on the white sand beaches, visit the remains of an ancient clay tower and Buddhist temple on Ngoc Son Mountain (including the famous temple bell that was submerged in water for several centuries after a large storm knocked it out of its place), and watch traditional buffalo fighting during the annual Buffalo Festival in September or October (you’ll want to arrive on the 9 th day of the 8 th month according to the lunar calendar to see the fun).

Traditional Hai Phong Food

Because Hai Phong is a harbor city, fresh seafood is widely available for some of the most delicious dishes you have ever tasted. The most famous of the traditional Hai Phong foods rely on the daily catch for their main ingredients.

Banh Da Cua (Brown Noodles with Crab)

Chewy brown rice noodles and two types of crab meat cakes, pork balls, and beef simmer in a luscious broth cooked with greens. The soup is usually served with a plate of shredded lettuce and perilla leaves. Depending on the restaurant or street vendor, you might also get chilis and nuts added to your bowl. This is comfort food Hai Phong style, a light and delicious meal that will make your taste buds tingle.

Nem Cua Be (Crab Spring Roll)

These square spring rolls are packed with a stuffing of ground crab meat, ground crab tile, lean pork, kohlrabi, carrot, ear mushrooms, bean sprouts, rice paper, vermicelli, and seasonings. The rolls are often served alongside rice vermicelli, lettuce, and chopped cucumber as well as a sweet-spicy-salty-sour dipping sauce. For fans of traditional cylindrical Vietnamese spring rolls ( nem ran ), nem cua be will not disappoint.

Cool Red Jellyfish Salad

Cool red jellyfish salad is the perfect antidote to the hot, sweltering days of Hai Phong’s summers. Red jellyfish is flavored with lemons, kumquats, and other seasonings before being sliced into bite-size chunks with a bamboo knife. The slices are served with grilled tofu, young coconut, mint, perilla, and shrimp paste.

Fish Noodle

The fish noodle in Hai Phong combines flavors of the sea with flavors of the countryside. Both saltwater and freshwater fish are used in this soup, including parts of the fish that Westerners usually don’t consider edible: the bladders, stomachs, and heads—all of which impart a unique and delicate flavor to the soup. Vegetables and noodles are added to the broth, making this a satisfying meal in a bowl.

Lau Cua Dong (Freshwater Crab Hotpot)

Nothing beats a bowl of hot soup in the winter, and lau cua dong is Hai Phong’s remedy for chilly weather. An aromatic bone broth is packed with freshwater crab meat, beef, fried fish, tofu, vegetables and mushrooms before being ladled into large bowls.

Cakes of pounded rice, sesame seeds, peanuts, and coconut are boiled before being placed in a bowl and drenched in a sweet-salty sauce. This popular street food was brought to Hai Phong by Chinese immigrants living in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

The port city of Hai Phong is a busy, growing city that still retains much of its ancient tradition and culture. Founded by the female general Le Chan in 42 AD, the city mixes ancient temples and pagodas, French colonial buildings, and modern architecture into a glorious blend of old and new. From the Colonial Quarter in the heart of the city to the fresh breezes of Do Son Beach, visitors will never be able to get enough of the food, museums, religious sites, and outdoor wonders that Hai Phong has to offer.

Distance from Major Vietnam Cities to Hai Phong

Hanoi is the closest major city to Hai Phong, and Hai Phong is the main port for visits to Ha Long Bay, Lan Ha Bay, and Cat Ba Island. Visitors often use either Hanoi or Hai Phong as bases for their exploration of Northern Vietnam, the Red River Delta, and the Gulf of Tonkin.

Hai Phong to Hanoi: 121 km (80 miles) Hai Phong to Cat Ba Island: 33 km (21 miles) Hai Phong to Lang Son: 267 km (166 miles) when driving through Hanoi Hai Phong to Lao Cai: 404 km (251 miles) Hai Phong to Da Nang: 830 km (516 miles) Hai Phong to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon): 1,677 km (1,042 miles)

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Hai Phong city tour

Short tour (about 4 – 5 hours)
Visit Bach Dang Giang relicsites, Trang Kenh temple
Visit ancient Du Hang pagoda
Learn more Hai Phong Opera House, Flower Stall, Le Chan statue
Enjoy Banh Da Cua (Crab Noodle)

$ 35 – $ 93

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Hai Phong city tour is for whom has short time in city like 4-5 hours. And in this tour, you will learn more about history and some historical attractions in city. Then, you will see ancient pagoda, temple and enjoy local speciality.

Details of Hai Phong city tour

Hotel in Hai Phong city is from 12h30-13h.
Got pier is from 12h15

PS: This can be done in the morning as your request. Pick up from 7h30-8AM.

Itinerary of Hai Phong city tour:

After pick up, Hai Phong Tours will transfer you to Bach Dang Giang relicsites , Trang Kenh temple . And Hai Phong city tour started.

13h, We will be at the first attraction, the Battle of Bach Dang River in 938 the rebel Vietnamese forces. The battle was lead by Ngo Quyen. And he defeated the invading forces of the Southern Han state of China and put an end to centuries of Chinese imperial domination in Vietnam. Also, it took place at the Bach Dang River, near Ha Long Bay in northern Vietnam.

The victory at Bach Dang, ended 1000 years of First Chinese domination of Vietnam (The Long Eclipse) in the History of Vietnam, opened up an independence age for the country.

14h30, get back to Hai Phong city to visit ancient Du Hang pagoda . They found Du Hang Pagoda three centuries ago. Then people rebuilt several times, but remains a fine example of traditional Vietnamese architecture and sculpture. We will spend 30 minutes here.

16h, Hai Phong Tours will transfer you to Hai Phong Opera House . Our tour guide will tell you more about French architechture, Flower Stall , Le Chan statue.

16h30, time for local speciality. You will have chance to enjoy Banh Da Cua (Crab Noodle).

We will finish this tour after meal. Then you are free to go anywhere and say goodbye to Hai Phong Tours or we will drop you off back to hotel, Hai Phong airport as request.

Extra service:

After meal, if you would like to enjoy local drinks such as local beer, coffee, juices, we will join you in!

Hai Phong city tour price

1 person (93$)
2 persons (55$/person)
3 persons (45$/person)
4 persons (38$/person)
5 persons up (35$/person)

Inclusions:

A/C round way transfer
English speaking tour guide
Easy dinner (Banh Da Cua)
All tickets, parking fees

Exclusions:

Tips for guide, driver (not required but recommended)
Extra service

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Hai phong travel guide – everything you need to know.

When the phoenix flowers bloom throughout the streets in May, that is the time when Hai Phong shines with its most splendid beauty. Visitors immerse themselves in the vast beauty of the sky and sea while also marveling at the stunning beauty of the phoenix flowers – the symbolic flower of the city. Let’s explore Hai Phong Travel Guide with Asia Legend Travel right now and get ready for you trip to this vibrant city!

Hai Phong Travel Guide: Overview of Hai Phong

Hai Phong City is a highly sought-after destination in Vietnam, renowned for its breathtaking ocean and mountain vistas. Known as “The City of Phoenix Flower” or “The Harbor City,” it is a source of inspiration for poets and musicians alike, who capture the essence of its bustling harbors and vibrant flamboyant trees – a symbol of its summertime.

Situated on the East Coast of Vietnam, the city enjoys warm weather all year round, each season bringing unique events and fresh fruits to savor. Visitors to Hai Phong City are immediately immersed in the vast natural beauty and stunning beaches, offering a range of exciting outdoor activities such as kayaking, cruising, bay tours, and biking.

As a coastal city, Hai Phong City is a popular destination for those looking for a relaxing vacation

Additionally, on the Lunar 9th of August, the highly anticipated buffalo fight festival takes place in Do Son. As one of Vietnam’s largest buffalo fight events, spectators can expect to cheer thunderously for the heated battle between lustrous dark, muscular buffaloes.

The buffalo fight festival in Do Son (Hai Phong) attracts many tourists annually

Hai Phong Travel Guide: Must-Visit destinations

Below is a list of top-rated tourist attractions in Hai Phong . Remember, However, this list curated by Hai Phong Travel Guide only scratches the surface, as there are many more fascinating tourist spots in Hai Phong just waiting for you to explore!

Do Son Beach

Unlike the white sand beaches of the central region, Do Son Beach possesses the characteristics of the north-central coast, which are muddy water and brown sand. However, due to its proximity to Hanoi, Do Son Beach is still an ideal tourist destination in Hai Phong for people from the capital city and nearby provinces every summer.

Cat Ba Island

As the largest island in Halong Bay, Cat Ba Island has been growing in popularity recently, earning its reputation as a hidden gem. This island offers a wide range of exciting activities, making it an ideal destination for backpackers. Moreover, Cat Ba’s area spans over 26,000 hectares of diverse wildlife. In 2004, the island was recognized by UNESCO as a Biosphere Reserve Zone.

Hon Dau Island

Hon Dau Island is a secluded island in the Gulf of Tonkin, about 1 kilometer from Do Son Peninsula. This picturesque island is renowned for its pristine natural beauty, featuring long, clear beaches and stunning sightseeing spots, making it the perfect location for a truly relaxing getaway.

Trang Kenh Complex

Not only is Trang Kenh a beautiful mountain landscape, but it is also an important site for history and archaeology. The serenity of the Bach Dang River, the vastness of the East Sea of Vietnam, and the resonating mythical stories all contribute to making this destination an unforgettable experience.

Elephant Mountain

Located about 20 kilometers from the city center, Elephant Mountain is an excellent and attractive destination for a trip to Hai Phong. With its natural beauty and heroic historical significance, this is one of the scenic spots that possesses many long-standing cultural and historical values of our nation.

Hai Phong Travel Guide: Must-try Local Food

One more reason why Hai Phong has become one of Vietnam’s most popular destinations is its delectable seafood offerings. The Hai Phong cuisine is renowned for its wide array of seafood dishes that are sure to satisfy any food lover. Nem Cua Be (Crab Spring Rolls), Banh Da Cua (Brown Noodle Soup with Crab Meat), and Banh Cuon (Steamed Rice Rolls Stuffed with Pork) are dishes that will leave a lasting impression on any visitor to Hai Phong.

Moreover, no visit to Hai Phong would be complete without trying the iconic Banh Mi Que Hai Phong. This unique dish consists of a finger-sized baguette filled with savory pork pate, creating a perfect blend of textures and flavors. To add to the taste, it is then dipped in the local chili sauce, providing a spicy kick with every bite. Exploring the diverse and mouthwatering seafood cuisine in Hai Phong is truly a culinary experience that is second to none. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or simply looking for a culinary adventure, Hai Phong has something to offer for everyone.

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Hai Phong Travel Guide: Best Things to Do

There are plenty of fun activities for visitors to enjoy during their trip to Hai Phong. Check out some of them with Hai Phong Travel Guide right away!

Relax in the picturesque beaches

As a city located near beautiful beaches, Hai Phong is a popular tourist destination that attracts thousands of visitors with its charming and poetic beauty. The beaches of Hai Phong have long been beloved by visitors for their stunning scenery, crystal-clear and refreshing water, and long stretches of white sandy shores, such as Do Son, Cat Co, Cat Dua, and more.

Take your time to relax on the sandy beaches, enjoy a dip in the cool water, witness the breathtaking sunset, breathe in the fresh air, and savor the delicious food. By doing so, you will truly experience the wonders of life in this lovely city.

Immerse yourself in the majestic nature

In addition to its stunning beaches, Hai Phong offers the opportunity to connect with nature by exploring the beauty of its mountains and forests. One must-visit destination is the Cat Ba National Park, where you can discover a variety of ecosystems, go trekking in the forests, and observe wildlife.

And don’t miss the chance to visit Pelican Cave (Hang Bo Nau) and Elephant Mountain (Nui Voi) to admire the extraordinary rock formations and capture memorable moments with numerous beautiful photos.

Learn about the rich history of Vietnam

Since ancient times, Hai Phong has been a strategically important location. Therefore, the city has witnessed numerous major battles and holds immense historical significance. A visit to Hai Phong will provide you with a wonderful opportunity to delve deeper into Vietnamese history and gain a greater understanding of it.

These are just a few of the amazing attractions and exciting activities available in Hai Phong. Whether you’re a nature lover, adventure seeker, or culture enthusiast, Hai Phong has something for everyone to enjoy.

Best Time to Visit Hai Phong City

The best time to visit Hai Phong is during the spring (from March to April) and autumn (from September to October). During these seasons, temperatures range from 18°C to around 24°C, providing warm days and pleasant nights that are perfect for outdoor activities.

The springtime of Hai Phong City is bright and enjoyable, making it the best occasion to visit

However, if you are looking to visit a beach in Hai Phong and enjoy the sun, sand, and water activities, the best time to go is from May to October. This period offers the ideal weather conditions for beachgoers, with higher temperatures and plenty of sunshine to enjoy the coastal beauty of Hai Phong.

How Long to Spend in Hai Phong City

The duration of your stay in Hai Phong City depends on your preferences and planned activities. However, for a complete experience of the city’s beauty, a trip lasting 2 to 3 days would be ideal. During this time, you can leisurely explore Hai Phong, visit attractions such as Do Son Beach and Hang Kenh Communal House, and even take a boat tour to nearby Lan Ha Bay or Cat Ba National Park. This will ensure that you have a delightful time in Hai Phong and make the most of your visit.

We hope that the Hai Phong Travel Guide provided above will assist you in having the most memorable travel experiences in this amazing city. Hai Phong is an incredible city that offers a wide range of experiences. You can explore its breathtaking beaches and magnificent nature, dive into its fascinating history, and indulge in its mouth watering seafood cuisine. So, start planning your trip, pack your bags, and get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure in this stunning city!

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A First-Timer’s Guide to Hai Phong – Vietnam

by Chau Nguyen
February 14, 2023
9 minutes read

Hai Phong, often known as “the city of red phoenix flowers,” is a well-known northern port city. This city offers travel experiences range from street cuisine to beaches and islands. Let’s take a look at what you should know before visiting Hai Phong.

Where is Hai Phong?

Many people are familiar with Hai Phong as an economic center, but it is a true hidden gem of Vietnam tourism.

Hai Phong is a port city in northern Vietnam, roughly 120 kilometers from Hanoi . It is not only an important economic center, but also a popular tourism destination for both local and international visitors.

How to go to Hai Phong?

There are numerous ways to go to Hai Phong from Hanoi. The Hanoi-Hai Phong highway is the most convenient way to travel by car. The trip time is approximately 1.5 hours.

Trains with hard and soft seats, with or without air conditioning, are available, with prices ranging from 100,000 to 130,000 VND. Tourists taking the train can send motorbikes to go around actively in Hai Phong. You can book the ticket right on Vietnam Railway’s Corp website .

By bus , Hoang Long and Anh Huy companies are good choices, with prices ranging from 120,000 to 135,000 VND. Choose Hai Phong Travel for a limousine for additional privacy and a drop-off service in the city, priced at 230,000-250,000 VND.

Consider hiring a private car service from Hanoi to Hai Phong if you want to travel in comfort and privacy.

Bamboo Airways, Vietnam Airlines, and Vietjet Air all have flights from Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam Airlines, in particular, departs from Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon, while Bamboo Airways departs in the morning. You can also fly to Hanoi and then take a car trip to Hai Phong.

When is the best time to travel to Hai Phong?

Best time to visit Hai Phong is year-round, with hot street food to warm you up during winter, and the beach and coconut jam to cool you down during summer. Plus, experience the stunning phoenix flowers blooming along the central streets and road to Do Son during summer.

When you visit Hai Phong in the summer, the entire landscape is covered in the red color of the phoenix flower.

What to do in Hai Phong?

There are numerous amazing things to do here, such as exploring the city’s distinctive buildings, relaxing with islands and oceans, or taking a fantastic gastronomy tour. Some of the more well-known activities are listed below:

Check in at Hai Phong Train Station

This is the first stop for travelers taking the train from Hanoi to Hai Phong. The station has French architecture and is regarded as one of the most beautiful train stations left by the French in Vietnam.

Visit City’s Opera House

The City’s Opera House was built in 1904 on the foundation of a historic market in An Bien ancient town and completed in 1912. This work is based on the Paris theater prototype, with construction materials imported from France.

During the French colonial period, the Opera House was a hub of political and cultural events for both French and wealthy indigenous. Only troupes from France or famous troupes from the country can perform here, and only the wealthy can afford to buy tickets. Currently, it is a tourist emblem of the city, located in the center, and serves as a meeting spot for groups of young people in the evening.

See the bridges

Aside from being renowned as “the city of red phoenix flowers,” Hai Phong is also recognized as the city of bridges. They are especially lovely at night. Binh Bridge, which connects the inner city of Hai Phong with Thuy Nguyen district and goes to Quang Ninh, was designed with curves to produce architectural and beautiful shapes.

Crossing the Cam River, the Hoang Van Thu Bridge, with its unique “Sea Bird Wings” architecture, connects Hong Bang and Ngo Quyen districts with Thuy Nguyen district. Hoang Van Thu Bridge is illuminated at night by a system of creative LED lights in a variety of colors. Tourists and locals alike frequently visit to enjoy the breeze and take photographs.

Hoang Van Thu Bridge in Hai Phong at night

Another bridge worth seeing is the railway bridge, which spans the Tam Bac River. It was built in 1901 by the French. The bridge was built with a center section that can rotate 90 degrees along the riverbank, ensuring that boats do not face any obstructions when crossing the river.

The restored Rao Bridge is the most recent bridge. The bridge’s summit is adorned with three steel red phoenix flowers, the city’s symbol.

The Rao Bridge with three red phoenix flower emblems

Visit Do Son Beach

Do Son beach is separated into three zones, with zone 2 specializing in swimming and zone 1 specializing in eating and walking.

Along the coastal road, travelers may see Hang Pagoda, which is regarded as the first spot in Vietnam where Buddhism was established; Jade Emperor Temple; and Van Ngang Temple.

Tuong Long Pagoda is positioned at the top of Do Son’s highest peak, offering a panoramic view of the gorgeous sea. On the route to Do Son, the Ba De Temple, which worships Trinh King’s wife, is also well-known.

Don’t miss visiting Bao Dai home on the hill with views of four windy and cool directions right in the heart of summer. The property is filled with flowers, giving visitors a nice sense. You can hire regal attire for photographs here for 30,000 VND per turn.

In addition to the locations mentioned above, Cat Ba is the jewel of Hai Phong tourism that you should not miss if you want to explore the bays, Monkey Island, and eat seafood.

This is merely a selection of our recommendations for a fast trip to the city; if you have more time to explore, see our previous post on places to see in Hai Phong .

What to eat in Hai Phong?

Hai Phong is well-known for its street food. During the day, you can go on culinary tours and sample wonderful Hai Phong delicacies like banh beo, red noodle soup with crab, spicy bread, coconut jam, spicy fish vermicelli, snails, chrysanthemum tea, and steamed rice cakes.

Banh Duc Tau is a cuisine that may sound weird to folks from other provinces, as it consists of chopped cake, diced papaya, shrimp, and fried beef. Then they’re tossed in a sour and spicy fish sauce.

Hai Phong is also well-known for its spicy mini bread. Despite its diminutive size, the chilly sauce and unique paste pack a punch in just one small bite. People love to buy this tiny bread to take with them and munch while driving.

Some recommended addresses for delicious restaurants are:

Fried crab spring rolls at 92 Tran Nhat Duat, 32 Phan Boi Chau

Banh beo at 41 Le Dai Hanh

Spicy bread at 28 Dinh Tien Hoang and 57 Le Loi.

Don’t miss the snails at Thuy Duong restaurant, lane 263 Lach Tray, which serves a variety of snails and sauces with salted egg, garlic butter…

Biting sunflower seeds or chestnuts while enjoying a cup of cold jasmine tea in the evening is also a cool experience.

How to move around Hai Phong?

Renting a motorbike is a good option if you want to explore Hai Phong on your own. Motorcycles will allow you to take the initiative, explore new roads, and enjoy a variety of exciting adventures. The cost of renting a motorcycle ranges from 80,000 to 150,000 VND per day.

Taxis are ideal for families with elderly members and little children. Traveling by taxi is more convenient and comfortable, and it is not affected by the weather. The cost of a taxi in Hai Phong is around 10,000 VND per first kilometer for a four-seater car and 15,000 VND per first kilometer for a seven-seater car.

Some taxi firms’ phone numbers are:

Mai Linh Taxi: 0225.3.833.833
Dat Cang Taxi: 0225.3.567.567
Do Son Taxi: 0225.3.864. 864
En Vang Taxi: 0225.3.777.999
Hai Phong Taxi: 0225.3.73.73.73

Bus: Has a low cost, starting at 7,000 VND per ticket. Although traveling takes some time, this will be an interesting experience for guests who have plenty of leisure.

Hotels in Hai Phong

If you want to stay in the heart of Hai Phong, choose Hotel Nikko , Mercure Hai Phong , or Vinpearl Hotel Imperia. These opulent hotels are in ideal locations, making it easy to go around the city. These hotels’ room rates range from 1.2 million to 2.5 million.

Rooms at Vinhomes and Hoang Huy are more inexpensive, as are homestays such as Dreamland – Chihouse and Vancao Green Homestay , which start at 250,000 VND per night.

Hai Phong features a number of high-end seaside resorts, primarily in Cat Ba. Some good options are the Flamingo Cat Ba Beach Resort , Hôtel Perle d’Orient Cat Ba – MGallery , Nam Cat Island Resort CatbaBay, and Monkey Island Resort .

Overnighting onboard a cruise in the middle of Lan Ha Bay is another alternative, costing between 3,000,000 and 6,000,000 VND per person per night.

How long should I stay in Hai Phong?

A two-day, one-night excursion is sufficient to explore the best of Hai Phong. However, if you enjoy islands and bays, we recommend staying an extra day. You can spend one day exploring the inner city and two days doing aquatic activities.

ATM and Money Exchange in Hai Phong

There are several ATMs in the city, so getting some cash will be no problem. If you want to exchange money, you should go to the following official locations:

Local Emergency Contact for Tourists

Hai Phong Department Of Tourism: (0225) 2299 799
Emergency Rescue: Dial 112
Police: 113
Fire Department: 114
Ambulance and Medical support: 115
Remember to save your hotel/homestays phone number in case of emergency

Other notes before going to Hai Phong

Summer is prime tourist season; if you choose to visit at this period, remember to plan ahead of time and reserve flight tickets, rail tickets, bus tickets, and hotel rooms to avoid sold out tickets.
During the peak season, the prices of all services are more than usual; if you don’t want to be overcharged, check the price first and bargain while purchasing!
Pack proper clothing (in the hot season, you’ll need a hat, jacket, sunscreen, sunglasses… and in the cold season, you’ll need warm clothes and gloves)
Always keep backup charges, shooting equipment and photography aids, basic medicines… in your luggage.
If you wish to camp by the sea or in the forest, bring extra warm clothing, tents, mosquito repellant, insect repellent.

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Private Hai Phong city tour – Shore excursion day trip from Halong

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Tour location : Hai Phong
Departure : 8:30 am
Tour Duration : 8 hours
Tour Runs : Minimum 2 persons. Maximum on request

This Hai Phong city tour is a private day trip from Halong for shore excursion passengers from cruiships who have a limited time budget but want to see Hai Phong – the mini version of Hanoi.

You will see the city highlights and some of the hidden gem spots that where only locals know. If you are active traveler we only offer a hike to Elephant Mountain in rural Hai Phong

You will check out historical city landmark like Hai Phong Opera house from the outside, see and shop at local wet market, enjoy signature dishes of Hai Phong in a local place and learn more about Buddism at the oldest Buddist temple in Hai Phong

Price: US $124

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Overview of private Hai Phong city tour from Halong/Hai Phong

Duration : 8 hours (8.30am to 16.30pm) Pick up and drop off : At Halong international port or hotel in Hai Phong

Style of Tour : 100% of our tour are PRIVATE which means that you have your own experience Tour price : $125 USD per person (Min 2 persons) to operate the tour, if you are solo traveller, please contact us for the best rate – More people, the cheaper. Also tour price for the guest in Hai Phong is cheaper.

A private Hanoi city tour is much more touristy than Hai Phong and the cost way higher than this since you will be travelling in a longer distance 2.5 hours instead of 1 hour drive from Halong

The choice is yours. Which city is suitable for you?

Highlights of this Hai Phong Shore day tour

It is an off-the-beaten-track day tour, we hardly see tourists in the city .
Visit city landmarks like Outside of the Hai Phong Opera House
Visit the Oldest buddist temples in Hai Phong
Check out a local wet market (fresh fruits, vegetables and seafood)
Learn more about Hai Phong at Hai Phong museum or Indochina Art museum
Admire the beauty of thousand flowers at Hai Phong flower village
See the oldest ancient rural village in Hai Phong that no foreign tourists going
Vegetarian option is available
No tourist trap

8.30am : Our guide welcomes you at Halong International Port and take an hour drive to Hai Phong City, the mini version of Hanoi, also known as the flamboyant city.

We will spend half day exploring Hai Phong with city highlight s and some of the local experiences

Du Hang Pagoda: The oldest pagoda in Hai Phong dating back to 10th century
Hai Phong Opera house : One of the opera houses in Vietnam during the French colonial
A local wet market where you can see fresh fruits, vegetables, local dishes and fresh seafood. if you are a fan of shopping, we may take you to another market to buy shoes, sandals, clothes etc…
Hai Phong museum : To learn more about the history of the city, you also can choose the Indochina Art Museum as an alternative
See French colonial architecture of Hai Phong

For another half day, there is a few options to choose from

Option 1 : If you are an active traveler, we recommend Elephant Mountain by hiking 25 minutes to reach its submit (not recommended for senior traveler since hiking might be too much for you. We also don’t recommend this activity during the foggy, misty day or in case of bad weather)

Lunch will be served in local place with one of the signature dishes of Hai Phong (If you are vegetarian, please let us know in advance)

Option 2 : Rural village tour

We will take 40 minutes drive to the oldest village of Hai Phong. Strolling around the village for 1 hour, you will see familiar sights of a traditional village in Vietnam like banyan tree, village well, communal house, old houses made by mud and laterite (da long) – an old type of bricks in Vietnam.

On this tour, you will interact with locals to learn more about their day-to-day life : how they eat, sleep and earn their living. The village is peaceful, quiet, away from the bustle and hustle of the big city.

Then over 1 hour drive back to Ha Long International Port. The Private Shore Excursion Hai Phong city tourends from 4.30pm to 5pm.

Note : We can customize the tour based on your interests and tastes.

We offer this city tour from those who stay in Hai Phong

We also offer half day city tour of Hai Phong as well.

The Hai Phong Museum closes on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. We will find alternatives, it will be discussed with you in advance.

Price :250 USD for 2 people, 329 USD For 3 people, 355 USD for 4 people

Experienced English-speaking tour guide
Transfer by private car
Lunch with Vietnamese food (
Sightsee tickets
Activities as mentioned
$50 extra for the minivan 16 seaters (Good for groups from 5 people)
Tipping for tour guide and driver
Personal expenses
Travel Insurance

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Can we customize your trips?

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Being a big city and close to the sea and islands, Hai Phong is an important link in the economic and tourism triangle of Hai Phong – Hanoi – Quang Ninh. Hai Phong owns many attractive attractions such as Cat Ba, Do Son, a hot spring resort in Tien Lang,… Foreign tourists, especially European tourists, always have an interest in the Cat Ba archipelago, a beautiful island with rich forest and sea ecosystems with many attractive tourist products. However, Hai Phong tourism is not commensurate with its inherent potential and advantages. Hai Phong has not yet fully exploited its strengths in geography, nature, and people. City tourism has been and continues to have strong chances to deserving its position.

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General introduction about Hai Phong

Hai Phong is an important port city, an industrial and seaport center, as well as an economic, cultural, medical, educational, scientific, commercial, and technological center of the Northern Coast region. This is one of the five centrally-run cities in Vietnam, a grade I city, a regional and national center, along with Da Nang and Can Tho.

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The residents of the coastal area of Hai Phong (stretching from Thuy Nguyen district to present-day Vinh Bao district) were pioneers in the exploration of creating a land called Hai Tan Phong Thu in the early years. AD when the heroic general Le Chan came here to build a base against the East Han army. But the history of formation and urban development of Hai Phong Seaport as today was only properly concerned in the second half of the 19th century when the French colonialists stepped up the process of colonial exploitation in Indochina.

Under French colonial rule, at the end of the 19th century and early 20th century, Hai Phong was on par with Hanoi, Saigon, as a tier-1 city. Being the largest seaport of Tonkin, an important traffic hub on the road. international maritime and is an industrial hub. During the Vietnam war, as the largest port city in the North, receiving most international aid and being the starting base of Ho Chi Minh Road at sea, Hai Phong became one of the Pepper hits the most. After the war ended, Hai Phong, along with Hanoi and Saigon, became one of the first three cities directly under the Central Government of Vietnam.

The red phoenix flowers are widely planted here, and the typical flower colors on the streets, also make Hai Phong known as the beautiful city of the Red Flower City. Not only an industrial port city, but Hai Phong is also one of the places with great tourism potential several Hai Phong currently preserves many architectural attractions, including traditional architecture with pagodas, communal houses, ancient temples, and French neoclassical architecture located on old streets. At the same time, Hai Phong currently owns a world biosphere reserve of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) located in the Cat Ba Archipelago, along with beaches and resorts. in Do Son. The city also has cultural features, especially food and traditional festivals.

What time to travel to Hai Phong?

Hai Phong’s weather is subtropical and warm, characteristic of the weather in the North of Vietnam, with hot and humid summers, a lot of rain, and cold and dry winters, with 4 relatively distinct seasons. Compared to Hanoi, the weather in Hai Phong is a bit different, the city is about 1 degree cooler in summer and a bit colder in winter. Please note a few timelines as below to plan a reasonable Hai Phong trip.

From April to August is the summer of the North, the temperature is relatively high at this time, so it is suitable for vacation trips in the seas of Hai Phong.
Do Son’s famous buffalo fighting festival takes place throughout June (lunar calendar) and the final day takes place on August 9 (lunar calendar). For those of you who love this festival remembers the timelines.

If you do not like the hustle and bustle of the tourist areas during peak occasions, you should not refuse the opportunity to come to Cat Ba in winter. Usually, there are only foreign tourists, Vietnamese tourists are not many, so you will see a different Cat Ba compared to the summer. This time is also very suitable for trekking, mountain climbing, or kayaking in Cat Ba.

Guide to Hai Phong

By private vehicles.

To travel to Hai Phong by private vehicle, you should only go by private car because there is a new expressway, so travel time is quite fast. If you intend to ride a motorbike, it should not be because the old QL5 route has deteriorated, many public cars run day and night. It only takes about 2 hours from Hanoi to get to Hai Phong, depending on your trip plans at different intersections on the expressway.

If you go to locations in Thuy Nguyen, Vinh Bao, An Lao, and An Duong, you leave the expressway at the NH10 intersection (to Thai Binh)
If you plan to go to Do Son, the city center, you leave the expressway at the intersection TL353 (go to Do Son, the center of Hai Phong city).
If you intend to go to Cat Ba, you just go straight through the toll booth, after more than 1km, there will be signs leading to Tan Vu – Lach Huyen bridge to get to Got station.

By Public transport

Hai Phong has a railway line Hanoi – Hai Phong, built by the French from 1901 to 1902, then completed and put into use. Every day from Hanoi, there are 4 trains departing for Hai Phong, travel time about 2.5-3h. If you go on weekdays, you can go from Long Bien station, if you go on weekends you can go from Hanoi station. Those who want to bring motorbikes / park them at the station should go to Gia Lam station. Train tickets you can buy online on the website of Vietnam Railways, save your e-tickets and go straight to the train. Along with Hue station and Nha Trang station, Hai Phong station – the endpoint on the journey is among a few railway stations that still retain the intact French colonial architecture.

Current bus trips from Hanoi to Hai Phong usually depart from Nuoc Ngam bus station and Gia Lam bus station, almost continuous bus, so you can go to the station at any time.

By Airplane

From most major cities in Vietnam onwards from the Central region, there are flights to Hai Phong (Cat Bi Airport) of domestic airlines. Airfares depending on the time of purchase can be purchased with prices ranging from 1,000,000 -1,500,000 VND.

Commuting in Hai Phong

By motorcycle.

If you want to wander around the city center, you should use a motorbike because many delicious restaurants in Hai Phong are located deep in markets, small alleys that only motorbikes (or walking) can. can come in. If you do not bring a motorbike from Hanoi, you can contact to rent a motorbike in Hai Phong.

The public bus system in Hai Phong is still developing and opening more routes from now until around 2025. However, many routes are now operational and put into operation, in some If you do not have transportation, you can use the bus to save money. The bus network is currently sufficient to travel to some locations far from the city center.

If you come to Hai Phong by public transport, which is crowded, you can use a taxi to travel. However, taxis in Hai Phong on weekends are relatively difficult to call, holidays, or windy, sometimes the price is several times higher than normal.

Some good taxi companies in Hai Phong

Mai Linh: 0225 3833 833
Hoa Phuong: 0225 3641641
Golden Swallow: 0225 3777999

Staying in Hai Phong

Hotels or motels

In recent years, Hai Phong has relatively focused on investing in tourism infrastructure and facilities to meet the increasing number of tourists coming to the city. With thousands of accommodation establishments distributed throughout the province, tourists to Hai Phong seldom fall into room fire, unable to find a place to rest.

Along with the general trend in promoting the development of tourism products provided by the local people, homestays in Hai Phong have also begun to be rekindled and developed by many individuals. Currently, in addition to a number of homestays in the city, this form of accommodation is still concentrated mainly in the Cat Ba island area because there are more favorable conditions.

Hai Phong has a sea, mountains, and scenic spots is the ideal place for young people to organize camping and outdoor play. You can camp at some places in Hai Phong such as Thien Van hill (Kien An), Voi mountain (An Lao), or at the beaches of Do Son, Cat Ba.

Tourist Places in Hai Phong

Hai phong old quarter.

The urban area of Hai Phong is very similar to a miniature Hanoi because the architecture of these two cities under the French period belongs to quite the same, only smaller in scale. Up to now, Hai Phong still retains many quarters, many works with quite intact architecture from the French colonial period. Typically in the area of Hong Bang district, there are still many streets with pretty villas, which have not been enlarged and broken overall, clean and not too crowded.

Hai Phong Opera House

The Opera House started in 1904 according to Baroque architecture. The work used to be a place of political and cultural activities for the rich indigenous people and the French army. Today, the main activities are commemoration, rally, performance,… Regular concerts for the people are held at the nearby Nha Ken flower garden.

Hai Phong Museum

Hai Phong Museum is located in the city center at 65 Dien Bien Phu, Hong Bang district, Hai Phong city, is one of the ancient architectures in the coastal city. Built-in 1919 with an area of about 1 hectare shady ancient, this is one of the architectural styles of European Gothique, which was the headquarters of the French-Chinese Bank during the French colonial period. The museum building was prepared right after the liberation of Hai Phong (May 13, 1955) and officially established on December 20, 1959, the earliest local research museum in our country. According to statistics, Hai Phong Museum is currently preserving, preserving, and displaying about 19,000 artifacts and artifacts collections of historical periods. In which, in addition to the 6 registered national treasures, there are also 1,092 antiques (773 antiquities of pottery, porcelain, stone, 279 antiquities of metal materials). In particular, among the collections, there must be the collection of precious prehistoric artifacts, with production tools, hunting tools,… of the ancient Vietnamese found in the relic Cai Beo (Cat Grandma), dated 6000-7000 years ago.

Hai Phong Cathedral

Hai Phong Cathedral is located at 46 Hoang Van Thu street. Despite being present a long time ago and having a far-reaching influence on Hai Phong. However, it was not until the 20s of the 19th century that a large-scale church was built in Hai Phong. The alley of the main church, the cathedral, built in Gothic architectural style is 47m long, 17m wide, enough for thousands of parishioners to attend the ceremony. The church bell tower is 28m high. There are also rooms where the missionaries live, guest houses, and workhouses. Through many times of upheaval, the church deteriorated, damaged, in 2000, Father Nguyen Van Hien applied to renovate, repair, and upgrade the entire church’s interior and keep the same architecture as before. Up to now, the cathedral, the bell tower, the campus has been embellished and synchronously repaired, and are some of the big and beautiful churches of Hai Phong.

Located in the center of Hai Phong, next to the Opera House, the flower shop is a work built by the French in 1944. During the time the French colonial rule still dominated our country, Director Luciani was in charge of the design. General and Gauthier Main Street are in charge of the flower shop’s artistic design. From many different designs, the French chose the model based on the architecture of the communal house of Tonkin, with 4 ironwood columns, above which are 4 tiled roofs with fish scales bent at the 4 corners. The shop has no walls, is about 20m2 wide, paved with Bat Trang bricks, each shop is 6m apart.

Cho Do is the common name of the Tam Bac market because it was built on the old ground of a house that fell during the war. The market is a major hub for fruits and agricultural products. The most crowded time is early morning, with the sound of buyers and sellers getting together to create a noisy space.

Iron Market

The market was built in the late 19th century, under the French colonial period with large pavilions, the main material is iron and steel, cement floor, water tower, so it is called “Iron market”. The market is located on the banks of the confluence of the Cam and Tam Bac rivers and is the largest market in Hai Phong city. Before that, this place was An Bien fair, crowded with sellers and buyers. The market is now only a few stalls below selling electronics, the rest of the upper floors are almost not active.

Hang Market

Every Sunday morning, Cho Hang street is crowded with motorcycles and cars carrying all kinds of goods and household appliances from all over the market. Goods in this area are all second-hand goods, stretching less than 200 meters from house number 465 to 517, Cho Hang street. The items are quite diverse in categories, from sophisticated technical electronics such as radio speakers, karaoke heads, televisions, wireless computer mice to compasses, screwdriver sets, and grade wires. water for hot and cold bottles,… In addition, the area also has a bonsai market where tree lovers can find almost any kind of plants and seeds they need.

Du Hang Pagoda

Du Hang Pagoda originated from Tien Le (980 – 1009). The pagoda was newly built in 1672 when Captain Nguyen Dinh Sach came from the monkhood, the legal name Chan Huyen assumed. In the Thanh Thai dynasty, in 1899, Venerable Thong Hanh restored the temple and built the bell tower. Through the times and ups and downs of history, the temple is still preserved and preserved thanks to the efforts of many generations.

Located about 20 km southeast of Hai Phong city center, Do Son is a resort with many beautiful beaches and scenery. In addition to the charming landscape with high mountains and wide sea endowed by nature, Do Son also has many historical and cultural relics.

Do Son Beach

Do Son tourist area is endowed by nature, with many natural beaches, ideally distributed from zone 1 to zone 3. The beaches are direct to the East Sea, with lengths from 0.5 to 1, 5km, located in separate areas, and frequent sea sports activities.

Hon Dau Tourist Area

Dau Island tourist area with an artificial swimming pool is among the largest in Asia, with a bird garden, zoo, and entertainment area. Since the renovation, there has also been a “miniature Dalat” area, this area is chosen by many tourists when coming to play in Do Son.

Hon Dau Island

Hon Dau was originally adjacent to the Do Son Peninsula. During the movements of the continental shelf, a part of the mountain range separated from the peninsula gradually drifted towards the sea, becoming Hon Dau island.

Dragon Hill Tourist Area

This is a tourist complex with many services, opened on 6/2020. The whole area is built on an area of sea encroachment full of amusement parks, hotels, golf courses. The most attractive to tourists is probably the artificial beach with water filtered directly from the sea, but because it is deep inside, the water is calm, clean, and without waves, very suitable for children.

Tu Luong Xam

This is a place of worship for King Ngo Quyen, who had merit in defeating the Nam Han army on Bach Dang River in 938. One of the things that makes the historical value of the word Luong Xam is because it preserves artifacts throughout the period. The nation’s heroic long building and national defense include 125 artifacts, antiques, and 25 ordained identities dating from 1522 to 1924. In which, many dignitaries worship Ngo Quyen as “Ngo Vuong Thien Tu” and “Supreme Spirit Great King”. In particular, there are still 3 piles in the word, which are said to be Bach Dang piles – evidence of the historic Bach Dang battle in 938.

Ha Lung Flower Village

Ha Lung flower village is located in the commune of Dang Hai ward, Hai An province, and about 6 km from the city center. This place has an ancient flower village that was formed hundreds of years ago and is one of the famous flower villages in Vietnam. The village only grows a few flowers such as chrysanthemums, coins, gladiolus,… And thanks to the fertile alluvial soil and skillful hands of experienced people, the flowers are always very large, colorful, and beautiful. a lot of tourists come and order.

For the people of Hai Phong, the Dang Hai night flower market is not only a hub to supply flowers for the whole city but also a place to keep a cultural beauty, spiritual beauty that cannot be erased in the minds of those who have. a visit.

Cat Ba Island

This is an archipelago located adjacent to Ha Long Bay, off the coast of Hai Phong city. In addition to island tourism, Cat Ba is also the only place in Vietnam converging three national and international titles including Cat Ba National Park, Marine Protected Area, and World Biosphere Reserve.

Lan Ha Bay is located in the East of Cat Ba Island, overlooking the Van estuary, adjacent to Halong Bay. This is a very quiet, arc-shaped bay with about 400 islands, large and small creating a giant picture depicting the fairy scene. Unlike Ha Long, all 400 islands, big and small, in Lan Ha Bay are covered with green trees or vegetation, even though they are extremely small islands.

Long Chau Island

Long Chau archipelago is an archipelago made of limestone consisting of more than 30 islands, rocks, and reefs located 15km southeast of Cat Ba and 50km from the coast of Hai Phong. The lighthouse on the island was built by the French in 1894 until now, nearly 120 years have passed, but not a night has these lights stopped shining because the mission of the Long Chau lighthouse is extremely important to the port. The North Sea. This island is not a tourist destination, on the island only the lighthouse officers along with the border guards. If you want to come here, you need to bring all documents, contact the fishing boats to have a means of transportation.

Bach Long Vi

More than 100km from Hon Dau, it takes 9 hours by boat to reach Bach Long Vi, Vietnam’s most remote island in the Gulf of Tonkin. It can be said that the Bach Long Vy waters are the best fishing grounds of the Gulf of Tonkin in terms of quantity, quality of seafood, and fishing time. However, due to its location too far from the shore, the tourism potential of Bach Long Vi can not be fully promoted, currently, most curious people who want to explore this island often travel by naval ships through fishing relationships. multiply.

Mo Temple, Ngu Phuc commune, built by the villagers of Nghi Duong, pays tribute to Princess Thien Thuy, who publicly established it. Princess Thien Thuy is the eldest daughter of King Tran Thanh Tong, the sister of King Tran Nhan Tong, and the name is Tran Quynh Nga. Due to her beauty and talent for poetry and singing, the princess was crowned Thai head of Princess Thien Thuy. At the age of maturing, the king’s father married Hung Vo Vuong Nghien, son of Tran Hung Dao. Because of her love for the meditation scene, going into monkhood, the princess traveled to many places, then came to Nghi Duong commune, Nghi Duong district, Kinh Mon palace to see a beautiful scene here. The princess built a small temple to worship Buddha. The princess again asked the king to reclaim the farm to help the displaced people have a place to live. At Den Mo, there is an old rice plant grown in 1284 (more than 700 years) which is recognized as a Vietnamese heritage tree.

Từ Đường Nhà Mạc

Từ đường nhà mạc is a complex of historical – archaeological relics next to newly built architectural works, located in ngu doan commune, kien thuy district, which is the land of the mac dynasty and at the same time. is the central area of duong kinh (the second capital after thang long in the mac dynasty and is considered by many researchers to be the first coastal capital of the vietnamese) of the mac dynasty in the 16th century..

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Bach dang river.

Located at the mouth of Bach Dang River, about 20km from the city center, Bach Dang Giang relic in Trang Kenh deserves to be a complex converging the greatest historical, cultural and religious mark in Hai Phong, one of the destinations that attract tourists from all over the world.

Mỹ Cụ Pagoda

My Instrument pagoda’s name is Linh Son Tu, located in My Cu village, Chinh My commune, Thuy Nguyen. This is considered one of the oldest temples of Thuy Nguyen district, as well as of Hai Phong city. Legend has it that King Le Dai Hanh’s parents went to Cau Tu pagoda and then gave birth to the king, that is, around the 10th century, the pagoda was built. Every year, the pagoda opens a festival on the 6th of the first lunar month. This is a village festival with a long tradition that has been maintained continuously for generations, even in war conditions, attracting a large number of people. in the participating area.

Tuyệt Tình Cốc

This area is actually a quarry located in An Son commune, due to the influence of metal, the lake around this area has a relatively beautiful green color. Since then, this is a place frequented by many young people to take beautiful pictures, but note that the road area here is relatively dusty, especially on rainy days, it will be very dirty.

Tien Lang Hot Spring

About 20km from the city center of Hai Phong, Tien Lang hot spring is located on a country tour with attractive destinations in the southern suburban districts of Hai Phong. This place has hot mineral water sprayed from the ground at a depth of 850m, temperature 54ºC is considered one of the 5 special mineral water mines in Vietnam, with high mineral content, effective in preventing and treating diseases, restoring health.

Trạng Trình Temple

This is a relic complex of nearly 13 hectares with 10 attractions, located between the wide and open space of Vinh Bao district. The complex of Trang Trinh Nguyen Binh Khiem temple relic area includes main architectural units: Nguyen Binh Khiem temple; a temple for father and mother; Trung Tan restaurant; But Kinh Thien pen tower; the grave of Nguyen Van Dinh (Nguyen Binh Khiem’s father); squares, monuments. The Trang Temple Festival is held on November 27, 28, and 29 of the lunar calendar. The festival is a unique cultural activity, with traditional rituals. Especially the festival with many interesting folk games such as traditional wrestling, chess, dragon dance, four spirit dance, boat racing, earth firecrackers, casino swing, dry puppet dance, water puppetry … has its own identity. Vinh Bao land.

Elephant Mountain

Nui Voi relic and scenic spots in the An Lao district have outstanding archaeological value; Cultural history; tourist attractions; potential in culinary culture and folklore. The historical thickness of Elephant Mountain is evidenced by stone, bronze, and iron tools excavated in the cave with many traces of the Hung Vuong dynasty. In terms of geography, geology, there are still clams and mussels clinging in caves and cliffs at an altitude of 5-10 m. In particular, the mysterious and attractive cave system.

Delicious food in Hai Phong

Bề bề cát bà.

There are many superficials at Cat Ba, the features of the superficials here are big, fluffy, and shiny, so the food from the surface is always attractive. To get this unique dish, the processor must choose the surface carefully and especially, must be alive, so that when the meat is finished, the meat is intact, not crushed, broken, and creates a characteristic aroma.

Blue Crab Cat Ba

Blue crab appears quite popular in all waters of Vietnam. Blue crabs prefer to live in waters with 25-31 ‰ salinity and usually live at depths of 4 to 10m in waters with sandy, muddy sand and muddy sand bottom with dead corals. Blue crabs are currently cultured in brackish lagoons as well as in polyculture with other types of seafood in cages in Cat Ba and HaLong areas.

Squid Cat Ba

Normally, if you want to fish squid, the fishermen have to go to sea, but due to the characteristics of the deep sea, high salinity, and few strong waves, the Cat Ba sea area becomes a suitable place for squid species to live onshore,… So squid is also a popular specialty in Cat Ba. If you can buy squid that has just been caught and brought back for processing, it is really great.

Squid can be processed into a variety of dishes such as boiled, steamed, dipped, vinegar, fried, and fried. In the dried form, there is a dry squid dish, hand-tearing chili sauce to drink with beer. In the evening, you can easily find grilled squid at Cat Ba wharf.

Not as many and diverse as other types of seafood, apricot is a completely natural mollusk and is scattered in Ben Beo Bay, Lan Ha Bay. Maize is the most popular food because according to the elderly in Cat Ba, eating apricot blossoms can reduce back pain, strong bones, and especially delicious and sweetmeat. The most valuable is the hand-sized shell, fleshy, delicious, and nutritious. Maize can be processed in many ways, but the most popular, easy to make and the most delicious is the grilled fish. The apricot has been preliminarily processed, a small piece of iron to taste, served in a shell, sprinkled with oil and scallions, and then put on the grill.

Do Son Crab

Mud crab or mud crab is a common name for all crab species living in marine environments or coastal bay areas. There are many types of sea crabs: crab, crab meat, crab water for you to choose according to your preference or according to the processing requirements of the dish. Crab Do Son and crab meat are both delicious and very nutritious.

Do Son Yellow Clam

Yellow clams caught in Do Son waters are usually big, chewy, and delicious. The dishes you can enjoy are steamed clams, clam porridge, clam soup,…

Oysters are a species of seafood with high nutritional value, often living in the rocky rapids of coastal or estuaries. In addition to the raw oyster dish, the grilled oyster with cheese and onion oil is also very popular. The dish is very simple, the oysters catch, split the shell. After cleaning, add in some cheese and place it on the grill on an embers stove.

Egg squid is characterized by a length of 5 – 12 cm, in the squid, the body is full of eggs. Egg squid can process many nutritious dishes such as grilled egg squid, fried squid with fish sauce, boiled egg squid,… dishes made from squid are sweet, attractive, and rich.

Bánh Đa Cua

Bánh Đa Cua Hai Phong’s style, the characteristic elements are the rich color of the ingredients that make up the dish (dark red color of banh mi, pink-brown of crab bricks, bright red tomatoes, color). a green sprig or water spinach, dark green of piper lolot, yellow of spring rolls and scallions), long but soft red rice cakes, and a kind of chili sauce that Hai Phong people are accustomed to call “lice Ch Can eat in the morning or evening, summer or winter also feel delicious. Many people have compared the popularity and popularity of crab cakes to the Hai Phong as well as the pho with the Hanoians, the beef noodle soup with the Hue people, and the noodle soup with the Saigon people.

Bánh Mỳ Cay

Also known as sandwiches. And no matter what you call it, you can tell a characteristic part of this bread. The reason for the name banh mi is due to the shape of the small, long bread, lying in the palm of the hand and the important thing is the crispness of the bread. Also called spicy bread is due to the characteristic spicy taste of the chili sauce eaten. The basis of the delicious taste of Hai Phong-style spicy bread (or baguettes) is in the way of processing liver pate, bread, and chili sauce.

Crab spring rolls in Hai Phong style are usually wrapped in a square shape in addition to the popular spring roll package. The raw materials are not much different from spring rolls processed in many regions of the North such as pork, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, wood ear, bean sprouts,… The difference is the presence of spring rolls. Crab raw materials (a relatively abundant seafood source in Hai Phong waters) and rice cakes produced by traditional local methods. The basic requirement here is that crab spring rolls must have the characteristic taste of crab after deep-frying (the smell of crabs is not mixed with the taste of other ingredients), the shell after frying has color yellow and brittle but not scorched.

Shrimp Noodles

This is a popular dish with the main ingredient and indispensable to make this dish are big noodles (usually larger than the noodles used in crab vermicelli), fresh tiger shrimp or fried shrimp, young ribs (depending on taste that can add trotters), pork bones (tubular bone is best), celery, broccoli, mushrooms, mushrooms, dill, green onions, and spices. Depending on the taste of many people, when processing, you can use more tomatoes and bacon.

In terms of popularity in street food in Hai Phong, it is on par with spicy bread. Although this dish has the same name, the way of processing it is very different from the type of cake that is often found in Hue and other provinces in Central Vietnam. Hai Phong duck cake is considered a harmonious combination of ingredients of rice flour, onion, carpentry, pork to make the cake (then poured into a banana leaf shape in a small boat to steam the water) and water. Sweet and sour dots are processed from pork bones.

Hai Phong rice rolls basically, the cake flour or cake filling is still the same as other localities. However, the biggest difference is that the fish sauce is dipped in rice rolls. To make typical Hai Phong rice rolls requires workers to process very carefully. As for the cake, rolls must be made from non-glutinous rice to have the required smoothness. The rolls must be moderately soft, slightly chewy, and not too soft or too soft. In terms of filling, Hai Phong rolls are also very diverse. For rice paper rolls, there are usually two popular types that are vegetarian rice rolls and meat rolls. As for the hand roll cake, the cake is somewhat more diverse, such as adding shrimp, egg,… depending on the creativity of the baker.

If Hanoi eats rice rolls with vinegar sauce, Hai Phong will eat rice rolls with simmered fish sauce. To make this fish sauce “thousands of people love”, the baker takes a lot of effort, as well as has his secrets. Fish sauce of Hai Phong roll cake is made from bone broth to get natural sweetness. The fish sauce is simmered for many hours, then seasoned to add flavor to the fish sauce. In particular, to create the typical aroma and flavor for the Hai Phong fish sauce roll, it is indispensable for Ca Cuong. This is a special feature that creates a characteristic delicious and spicy flavor that only dipping sauce in Hai Phong has.

Many places have snail dishes but eating snails in Hai Phong is a very different experience for gourmets. Live snails are displayed in small baskets for customers to choose from. There are all kinds of screws, jackfruit snails, snails, snails, red-lip snails,… Customers have finished choosing, the new owner starts to boil fish sauce or stir fry as required. The fish-boiled fish sauce has a strong aroma of fish sauce that penetrates deep into the snail meat. The snails are elaborately fried and add more ingredients. The spices of stir-fried snails include chili sauce, lemongrass, ginger, a few slices of chopped dried coconut,… making the dish fragrant. When snails have just ripened, people use thick-fried snail juice to make a sauce – a kind of sauce with an unmistakable taste, mixed with the spicy chili, the fat of coconut, the fragrant of ginger, lemongrass, and juicy.

Fried rice with seafood

Can also be considered a variation of the Ninh Binh burnt rice dish. The way of processing burnt rice in the seafood scorched rice dish in the Hai Phong style is not different from Ninh Binh burned rice. The main difference is in the ingredients and how to prepare the sauce eaten with the elderberry. The sauce served with Ninh Binh elderberry is traditionally made from stir-fry with heart, and goat broth. Meanwhile, the sauce used in seafood scorch is made from seafood ingredients such as shrimp, crab, squid, and tu hai. Therefore, the taste of the two dishes is also different.

Original Chinese dishes

Chinese rice.

In Hai Phong, some shops still retain the delicious and typical flavors in Chinese rice dishes. Although they are just familiar dishes such as stewed pork rice, ribs rice, beef rice … but the taste of these dishes will be a new experience for those who have never enjoyed it.

Mì Hoành Thánh

This Chinese dish is loved and sold in many areas of the city of red phoenix flowers. Each restaurant has its characteristics, in general, the bowl of noodles has golden noodles, char siu meat, frank balls,… quite delicious.

Dumpling is a dish originating from the Chinese community living in Hai Phong. This is a street snack that is very popular with people here. The broth for making sparkling has its characteristic taste, aromatic with the pungent aroma of crushed fresh ginger cooked with molasses or palm sugar. The yellow color of the water used when watering is very eye-catching and attractive.

The cake also has another name such as the instant “soy sauce” cake, the “soy sauce” cake is a type of cake with a dark yellow color and characteristic sweetness originating from the Chinese community living in Hai Phong before. According to local tradition, Banh Cuon is usually made in the days before Tet and can be preserved in cold weather for many days while still retaining its characteristic flavor.

Bánh Đúc Tàu

The Chinese cake originated from the Chinese people living in Saigon, then the dish was “migrated” and became a favorite dish in Hai Phong, including small pieces of molded cakes, meat, and fried shrimp. thoroughly, chopped papaya pomegranate seeds then saturated with chili vinegar fish sauce. Depending on the taste of each person, you can choose the type that is not spicy, moderate, or spicy.

Fish Noodles

Although fish noodle soup is not only available in Hai Phong, here the dishes are made by people to create their own unique, distinctive impression. That characteristic is reflected in the sophisticated way of making, selecting ingredients, making broth, and especially the blending of country flavors and sea flavors. To get a delicious bowl of Hai Phong fish noodles, we must first mention the fish selection stage. The fish commonly chosen for cooking fish vermicelli are sea mackerel and carp.

The copper fish is washed, cut into small pieces, marinated with just enough spices, then fried and fried and let dry. The broth is mainly made from pure fish bone broth, so it has a very distinctive flavor of Hai Phong fish vermicelli. For fish that are bone-filtered for the meat, crushed or pureed with a little cumin, marinated with a little fish sauce and pepper, and fried into a piece of cha. After being fried, the fish cakes will be dark yellow, thin, fragrant, and cumin. When enjoying it, diners will see that the fish cake outside is very crunchy, but the inside is soft and fragrant.

Fried crab with salt

Hai Phong mud crab is firm, sweet, meatless, has no acrid taste, and has long been a unique substance of this land. It is called salt roasting, but it is not picky and does not take much longer than boiling crabs, with just adding a few herbs such as lemongrass, coriander leaves to make crabs fragrant and reduce the fishy smell. To process salt-roasted crabs, in addition to crab and cooking oil, just add seasoning and salt powder. The salt powder is not ground salt, roasted salt, or rock salt, it is a lightly salted rice powder that, when cooked, covers the surface of a loose and loose powder that looks like salt, so if the dish is processed with This powder it is often referred to as salt roasting.

Field Crab Hot Pot

A variation of the hotpot that is already very familiar to many culinary connoisseurs. The difference of Hai Phong crab hot pot compared to many common hot pot dishes is some typical ingredients used in processing such as crab, pig (pig), fish ball (processed in Hai Phong style, usually mackerel meat), and accompanying ingredients such as red rice cakes (the type of rice cake used in crab cakes), spinach,…

The price of the sea (tank price) is a mollusk, with two green, finger-sized shells but hidden inside is a layer of sweet fragrant meat (like a mussel), along with a stalk that looks like bean sprouts. Tank rack can be stir-fried and sweet and sour. We stir-fry it with garlic, add fish sauce, sugar, vinegar, and chili, and then add diluted dong powder to create a viscous consistency. Finally, put the foot of the rack on the island, north to the bowl, and sprinkle with lemon leaves, cilantro, and lemongrass roots only on top to have a bowl of stir-fried sweet and sour-sweet and delicious.

Gà Liên Minh

This is a rare chicken breed of the people of Lien Minh village, Tran Chau commune on Cat Ba island. Lien Minh Chicken has its famous for its soft, fragrant, sweetmeat, and golden crisp skin. Lien Minh chicken can be turned into many dishes such as steamed, boiled, roasted with salt, stewed, mixed with Chinese medicine,… However, the most popular dish by locals and tourists is honey grilled chicken. After cleaning the chicken, leave the whole chicken whole, spread honey, and water over the charcoal. Because the chicken is big, the baking process takes hours, the country must also have experience, stirring the skills to cook the chicken evenly and avoid burning.

Cat Ba Mountain Goat

Cat Ba goat is a grass goat breed, which was raised on a small scale by people before the war against the French. Cat Ba goat is eaten by a variety of foods in the rich and diverse nature of the island. The source of food is precious and diverse, along with foraging on the karst terrain makes goats very strong and has high resistance. That is why the goat meat is firm, with a deep sweet taste, and is more delicious than many other places.

Sticky rice with black beans

The sticky rice dish is simply fragrant sticky rice cooked with sweet black beans, when served with sugar and onion fat but is a very famous afternoon snack in Hai Phong. Those who have never tried it can visit Luong Van Can market to find Binh sticky rice.

Pickled coconut

Pickled coconut is an Hai Phong beverage that is popular with young people. Cool coconut jelly, fatty coconut milk milk, supple pearls,… create an attractive cooling teacup.

For the people of Hai Phong, the jelly glove is a gift that brings many childhood memories. The soft, green jelly pieces, eaten with sweet-sweetened water will melt on the tip of the tongue.

Coconut Milk Coffee

Coconut milk coffee in Hai Phong is coffee that is beaten evenly, mixed with coconut milk to form a thick mixture. Then add topping with black jelly, pearls, shredded coconut, and if anyone likes, you can add a little more dried coconut.

Hai Phong Travel Schedule

Tou 1: hanoi – do son 2 days.

This itinerary uses public transport, if you prefer to use a family car, you can change it to suit.

Day 1: Hanoi – Hai Phong

Moving Hanoi – Hai Phong by train, you can take the train at 9 am, around noon will arrive at Hai Phong station.

Around the city enjoy some delicious Hai Phong dishes such as crab cakes, rolls, play by drinking a little coffee, and take a taxi to Do Son.

Do Son, check-in hotel, rest, then go to the beach in the afternoon. At night, walking around the sea to enjoy the wind, eat seafood.

Day 2: Hai Phong – Hanoi

If your family has children, on the 2nd day, you can let them enter Hon Di Resort, which has a large artificial pool and a pool suitable for many ages.

On this day, you can also walk around to visit some historical and cultural relics around Do Son and rent a boat to Hon Dau.

Afternoon checks out, rent a taxi back to Hai Phong station to take the train at 15h40, around 18h30 present in Hanoi.

Tour 2: Hanoi – Hai Phong – Cat Ba

This schedule uses public transport for those who do not have a private car, stop playing for 1 night in Hai Phong city and then go to Cat Ba the next day.

Move Hanoi – Hai Phong by train (buy a one-way ticket only), if you have time, you will take the 15h30 trip, return to Hai Phong at about 6 pm. After returning to the hotel, you can go around the city to eat and play gently. If the group is large, you can rent a taxi to Do Son to eat seafood, enjoy the sea breeze. Remember to contact the taxi to ask for the package price to go and return, without pressing the meter.

Day 2: Hai Phong – Cat Ba

After waking up, breakfast for breakfast, you will move to Binh station, if you like fast, buy a train ticket to go directly to the island. If you like to leisurely admire the scenery, you buy a train ticket to avoid the waves + transfer car. Cars, when taking you to the center, run on a beautiful road along the sea.
If your hotel is in the center, you can get off at the endpoint near the jetty, otherwise, remember to drive down to the nearest location.
In the afternoon, rent a boat to Lan Ha Bay. There are many interesting places for swimming and kayaking in the bay. This, depending on the tour, will take you to the right locations.
Evening to enjoy seafood Cat Ba

Day 3: Cat Ba – Hanoi

On this day, you contact to buy a car ticket from Cat Ba straight to Hanoi first, buy a late afternoon trip to go out during the day.
Get up early in the morning to find a bicycle to walk around town to enjoy the sea air, then contact me to rent a boat to Viet Hai village. Just go to Cai Beo port to ask, with reasonable prices. To Viet Hai, you can rent bicycles right at the wharf, and cycle in the village. Play bored here, you go back to the train to return to Cat Ba.
After lunch, rest, rent a motorbike to go to Quan Y cave, Trung Trang cave, and visit Cat Ba National Park.
Afternoon checks out, then get on the bus back to Hanoi, end the trip.

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BEST TIME TO VISIT

What to explore, where to stay, what to eat, how to get there.

The northern port city of Hai Phong is home to a well preserved "French Quarter," a UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve, beaches, caves and exceptional cuisine.

Hai Phong boasts a subtropical climate typical of northern Vietnam: hot and humid with heavy rains in summer, dry and cold in winter.

The best time to visit the city is from March to April and from September to October when exploration of its historical vestiges can be combined with outdoor enjoyment at the beach and some boat tours.

Between July and August, storms and rains are likely, but that allows visitors to see the place in a completely different light.

In 1888, the president of the French Third Republic, Sadi Carnot, promulgated a decree to establish Hai Phong and began constructing a series of major buildings on a seven-hectare area from Lac Long Bridge to Tran Hung Dao Street as known today.

This history gives the city its major modern history highlight, the "French Quarter" with rows of colonial houses more than a hundred years old.

The Hai Phong Opera House is standout attraction. All the materials to build it were brought from France and its work supervised by French architects.

The Opera House gathered the elite crowd – French officials and rich locals – who could afford tickets to shows featuring famous troupes from France as well as widely recognized local talents.

In the main performance hall, the Hai Phong Opera House provides seating for 300 patrons over two floors. Its plush, red cushioned chairs shine the gold trimming. The high domed ceiling adds to its grandeur.

Just a few steps from the Opera House is the Kim Dong Park that has its heart a multi-roofed building built in 1942 by the French. Today it serves as a public library of Hong Bang District.

Hai Phong is also one of the main railway stations in the north of the country, and a train ride from Hanoi to Hai Phong makes for a memorable journey.

The city also boasts the first local museum established in the country and is a must-visit destination for all visitors.

Built in 1919 on a one-hectare area covered with old trees, the museum holds an impressive collection of local historical artefacts that trace the heritage of the region as well as a selection of precious gems, traditional items, and old photographs.

As part of the city tour around the "French Quarter ," a flower market on the eastern side of Tam Bac Lake adds to the city’s considerable charms.

The flower market has five splendid arched-roof kiosks built in 1941 by the French as a place to buy fresh flowers.

Also, within easy walking distance of the lake is a massive bronze statue of the female General Le Chan, a Vietnamese hero and founder of Hai Phong.

The Hang Pagoda in Le Chan District, which is more than 1,000 years old, is one of the most important Buddhist center in the country.

Around 22 kilometers from downtown Hai Phong is the Do Son beach , which is also home to Vietnam’s first legal casino.

What was once a popular resort area for the French is now a popular weekend retreat, especially for sun-seekers from Hanoi.

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A corner of Cat Ba Archipelago in Hai Phong. Photo by Giang Chinh

At the Cai Beo wharf, after buying entry tickets that cost VND30,000 ($1.27) per person, visitors can take a boat or canoe to Lan Ha Bay, located to the east of Cat Ba Island.

Private boat rental price is VND2.2 - 3.8 million for a journey lasting four hours and VND5.7 million for a six-hour-long journey. Each boat can carry up to 25 passengers.

A motorboat cruise costs VND500,000 - 1 million for a group of five to 10 passengers.

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Kayaking in Lan Ha Bay includes the thrill of going through the Bright and Dark caves bordering Ha Long Bay.

A trekking trip to the Cat Ba National Park , which was recognized as a world biosphere reserve, is a highly rewarding experience.

The Kim Giao - Ngu Lam trail is the most popular route that takes about an hour to reach the top.

Kim Giao is 300 meters high with rows of stone benches serving as a place to rest before continuing on to Ngu Lam, which is 700 meters further. At the 220-meter high Ngu Lam peak, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the mountainous landscape from an observation tower. It is also a great lunch spot.

For this two-hour trek, visitors need to bring their own food and water as there are no shops along the route.

As an economic hub of the northern region hosting several international tech giants, Hai Phong has developed a nightlife that finds favourable mention among foreign visitors.

Some popular bars and beer clubs in Hai Phong are Play House Bar, Fleur d'Or Maison Bar, King Disco, Peerage Bar, Lucky Pub and Zozo BBQ Grill Bar.

></center></p><p>The Tam Bac walking street along the banks of eponymous river with street food stalls, bia hoi and entertainment venues is an ideal place to hang out at night.</p><p>In downtown Hai Phong, luxury hotels like Hotel Nikko, Mercure Hai Phong and Vinpearl Hotel Imperia are located near popular tourist attractions with room rates of VND1.2-2.5 million ($50.72-105.66) a night.</p><p><center><img style=

More affordable options are Vinhomes and Hoang Huy or the Dreamland - Chihouse, Vancao Green Homestay with prices starting at VND250,000 per night.

Hai Phong has several high-class resorts along pristine beaches, mainly in Cat Ba.

></center></p><p>Nam Cat Island Resort CatbaBay, Flamingo Cat Ba Beach Resort and Monkey Island Resort. Photos courtesy of the resorts</p><p>The Flamingo Cat Ba Beach Resort, Hôtel Perle d'Orient Cat Ba - MGallery, Nam Cat Island Resort CatbaBay and Monkey Island Resort offer luxurious living at VND1-2 million per night.</p><p>Hai Phong is a land of culinary gems that local authorities have highlighted by launching several food tours.</p><p>People who know Vietnamese cuisine well will immediately identify

Try the dish at 143/46 Lach Tray, 2b Pham Ngu Lao, Ms. Thai's stall inside Chu Van An market or 16 Phan Chu Trinh.

Spicy breadsticks with a filling of "pate," or ground pork paste, and served with a special chili sauce is served at 28 Dinh Tien Hoang, 57 Le Loi and 184 Hang Kenh.

The breadsticks are best served with the special chili sauce from Hai Phong. Photo by Trung Nghia

Crab spring rolls with a stuffing of ground crab meat, lean pork, kohlrabi, carrot, ear mushrooms, bean sprouts, rice paper, vermicelli, and seasonings are often served with rice vermicelli, lettuce and cucumber, as well as a sweet-spicy-salty-sour dipping sauce.

Some addresses to try this dish are Mai Phuong stall on Cat Cut street and No.323 stall on To Hieu Street.

Sui din , a cake made with pounded rice, sesame seeds, peanuts and coconut, is boiled before being placed in a bowl and drenched in a sweet-salty sauce. This popular street food was brought to Hai Phong by Chinese immigrants living in HCMC.

Another Hai Phong specialty is "banh duc tau," a version of jelly rice cake, served with fried shrimp, pork and papaya, all soaked in a sweet, chilly vinegary sauce.

A highly popular stall serving this treat is at 159 Hai Ba Trung Street in Le Chan District.

Hai Phong is also famous for dua dam , or coconut sweet soup, and coconut milk coffee, which can be tried at 124 Lach Tray or 100/124 Lach Tray.

From Hanoi, the fastest way is an 1.5 hour motorbike ride on the Hanoi-Hai Phong Expressway.

The Hoang Long and Anh Huy transport companies sell bus tickets for VND120,000-135,000 per person. A limousine with drop-off service in the inner city costs VND230,000-250,000.

There are daily flights from HCMC to Hai Phong with airfares ranging from VND900,000 to 1.5 million.

Story by Phuong Anh, Hoang Phong

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This Hai Phong street food tour is a perfect choice for food lovers who want to experience the signature dishes of Hai Phong like a real local. Travel with our expert food guide who takes you to enjoy local food in the hidden local eateries that you can’t find on your own. Hai Phong is a hidden gem but a ton of yummy food but not many people know about it.

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5.30pm : Hynam Travel’s expert food guide and takes a taxi to the tour’s location. Start your Hai Phong street food tour by winding along hidden alleyways and streets, sitting and eating with locals around you which is an amazing experience.

Sample menu for Hai Phong foodie tour

Spicy breadstick – Hai Phong’s unique dish
Nem Cua Be – Deep fried sea crab spring roll
“Bánh bèo” (Water fern cakes)
Chamomile herb tea
Red Noodle soup with crab

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Move Hanoi - Hai Phong by train (buy a one-way ticket only), if you have time, you will take the 15h30 trip, return to Hai Phong at about 6 pm. After returning to the hotel, you can go around the city to eat and play gently. If the group is large, you can rent a taxi to Do Son to eat seafood, enjoy the sea breeze.
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The northern port city of Hai Phong is home to a well preserved "French Quarter," a UNESCO-recognized biosphere reserve, beaches, caves and exceptional cuisine. - VnExpress International ... As part of the city tour around the "French Quarter," a flower market on the eastern side of Tam Bac Lake adds to the city's considerable charms.
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This Hai Phong street food tour is a perfect choice for food lovers who want to experience the signature dishes of Hai Phong like a real local. Travel with our expert food guide who takes you to enjoy local food in the hidden local eateries that you can't find on your own. Hai Phong is a hidden gem but a ton of yummy food but not many people know about it.

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Attractions Near Hai Phong

Hong Khen Communal House (Nhan Tho Communal House)

Municipal Theater and Municipal Theater Square

Hai Phong City Museum

Museum of Military Region III

Navy Museum

Nghe Temple

Bao Dai Villa

Hai Phong City Tour

Tam Bac Lake and Flower Market (Quan hoa)

The Colonial Quarter

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Do Son Beach

Traditional Hai Phong Food

Banh Da Cua (Brown Noodles with Crab)

Nem Cua Be (Crab Spring Roll)

Cool Red Jellyfish Salad

Fish Noodle

Lau Cua Dong (Freshwater Crab Hotpot)

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