Review of Ha Long tourist attractions you must definitely visit

1 Discover Ha Long Bay - World Cultural Heritage

Ha Long Bay is a scenic complex spanning 1,553 km comprising over 2,000 islands and islets. It is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage site. There are 3 major landmarks here: Dau Go Island to the west, Ba Ham Lake to the south, and Cong Tay Island to the north. The ideal time to visit is from April to October every year, when the sunny and dry weather is favorable for cruising at sea. 

When touring Ha Long Bay, there are many routes to choose from with famous stops across the bay, such as: Ti Top Island, Sung Sot Cave, Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Cave, Tien Ong Cave... In particular, every tour boat on Ha Long Bay passes by Trong Mai Islet (Kissing Rocks) - the symbol of Ha Long in particular and Quang Ninh in general.

If you have the chance to visit Ha Long Bay, you shouldn't miss Soi Soi Island. This is the only place in the bay where wild rose myrtle grows, allowing you to enjoy the sea views and admire the rose myrtle flowers in bloom during summer. A little tip from MIA.vn: if you are traveling in a group, bring a tarp along with some snacks to enjoy a wonderful meal on the beach. As for adventure lovers, you definitely must try riding a jet ski around the island.

Another place you cannot miss is Cua Van fishing village. This is one of the famous, long-standing fishing villages in Ha Long. Visiting Cua Van, you will be immersed in a calm, peaceful atmosphere and have the opportunity to learn about the cultural and spiritual life of the local people.

2 Tuan Chau Island

Originally an island isolated from the mainland with very few residents, Tuan Chau now features a connecting roadway, the largest international cruise port, numerous entertainment centers, and an array of recreational spots for tourists. With a ticket price of 40,000 VND per visit, you can freely enjoy the beach on this pearl island. You will have fun to your heart's content on the long sandy stretches and immerse yourself in the cool sea waters. 

In particular, you also have the chance to try many adventure sports such as windsurfing, parasailing, kayaking... In addition, when visiting Tuan Chau Island, you should check out the outdoor amusement park spanning up to 5 hectares, featuring many exciting performances like seal shows, crocodile shows, monkey circus... along with numerous thrilling rides such as the Kangaroo ride, carousel, bumper cars, haunted house, children's playhouse... Not only that, around this tourist area there are also many beautiful hotels, including notable ones such as Paradise Suite Hotel, Mon Bay Hotel, and La Paz Resort Tuan Chau.

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3 Entertainment spots in Bai Chay

3.1 Sun World Entertainment Complex

The Sun World complex is an indispensable part of Bai Chay tourist area, featuring a 2m sea-crossing cable car system along with the Ba Deo amusement complex, which is extremely exciting for tourists. The cable car ticket price is also quite reasonable at only around 250,000 VND/person, relatively budget-friendly for travelers. Must-visit attractions at Ba Deo peak include the Mystic Castle indoor game zone, Japanese Garden, and the Sun Wheel. 

Inside Sun World, there is also Dragon Park, a miniature world with many adventure games for young people. Exciting rides here such as the mysterious journey, tornado dance, or reptile army promise to bring you many memorable moments with friends. The Dragon Park ticket price is also only around 350,000 VND/person.

Typhoon Water Park features 12 water attractions for both children and adults. If you visit here, be sure to experience the free-fall sensation from a height of over 20m on super-speed spiral slides and whirl 360 degrees on the tropical storm ride. 

3.2 Bai Chay Old Town

Bai Chay Old Town is built in an ancient architectural style similar to what you can easily see in Hanoi Old Quarter or Hoi An Ancient Town. This area features many food, drink, and coffee shops, and looks its best when the city lights up at night. You will have wonderful experiences strolling along the streets and enjoying the delicious food here. According to MIA.vn's experience, prices here are quite steep, so if you plan to eat late at night or buy souvenirs, do not hesitate to bargain because overcharging tourists happens quite frequently here.

3.3 Bai Chay Beach

The beach here has recently been renovated into an artificial beach with a length of up to 900m and is completely free to enter. Coming to Bai Chay Beach, you will be able to immerse yourself in the clear blue sea water, admire Ha Long Bay, and especially take part in adventure sports such as windsurfing, parasailing behind speedboats, kayaking…

4 Scenic attractions in Hon Gai

4.1 Bai Chay Bridge

Bai Chay Bridge serves as a connection between the two areas of Bai Chay and Hon Gai. This bridge is regarded as a tourism symbol of Quang Ninh province and a prominent highlight attracting visitors to Quang Ninh. As night falls, Bai Chay Bridge becomes even more beautiful with shimmering lights that constantly change colors, creating an enchanting ambiance. It is also considered a favorite check-in spot for many young people.

4.2 Bai Tho Mountain

Bai Tho Mountain is located in an ideal spot for you to admire a panoramic view of Ha Long Bay from above. It takes about 30 minutes to climb the mountain early in the morning, and by 5:00 AM, you can already watch the sunrise from the summit. This is also the spot with the most beautiful bay view in Ha Long City; international friends love taking check-in photos at Bai Tho Mountain.

Right at the foot of the mountain is Long Tien Pagoda, a large pagoda recognized as a famous historical relic in Ha Long City. Long Tien Pagoda features picturesque and poetic scenery, making it a destination for those seeking a tranquil and peaceful retreat in the Buddhist sanctuary. 

4.3 Quang Ninh Library

Quang Ninh Library is situated along the coastal road in the eastern area of the city with extremely unique architecture, and is regarded as the pride of Ha Long's residents. The outer glass casing of the building is coated in jet-black coal color. It acts as a giant mirror reflecting the sea and sky of Ha Long, which is also a special highlight that leaves an unforgettable impression on visitors. For just 30,000 VND/ticket, you can freely explore the entire 3-story library space with vivid paintings portraying the mining land. Among them, the exhibition space on the culture and life of the 14 ethnic groups living in this land always attracts special attention from visitors.

Traveling to Ha Long is always an exciting journey for those who know, appreciate, and love beauty. Ha Long not only possesses beautiful, majestic landscapes but also leaves a lasting impression on visitors through the friendly, enthusiastic image of Ha Long locals toward travelers from near and far. MIA.vn hopes that you will have a truly meaningful trip exploring Ha Long.