1 Overview of Sun Wheel Ha Long
Below is some useful information about Sun Wheel Ha Long to help make your journey smoother:
1.1 Where is Sun Wheel Ha Long located?
Admiring Ha Long from above through the lens of the Ferris wheel has long become one of the most exciting highlights in the journey of exploring Ha Long. This is the ideal place for you to sit back, relax, chat with friends, and fully appreciate the miraculous beauty of nature.
The Sun Wheel Ha Long Ferris wheel is one of the most prominent attractions in the Sun World Ha Long Complex entertainment area. Situated in a fairly distinct location on top of Ba Deo Hill, this Ferris wheel has become one of the symbols of Ha Long tourism, standing about 215 m above sea level with a diameter of up to 115 m.
Featuring an advanced assembly technology system from Japan, the Sun Wheel Ha Long meets world-class standards and ranks among the top 10 largest Ferris wheels in the world. It has a total of 64 cabins, accommodating around 1,200 passengers per hour with a ride duration of 20 minutes per revolution. If you have visited the Sun World Ha Long Complex entertainment area, you definitely cannot miss this unique experience.
Address: Yet Kieu, Tran Hung Dao, Ha Long City, Quang Ninh
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The Sun Wheel Ha Long Ferris wheel is one of the most prominent wheels in the Sun World entertainment complex
This Ferris wheel has become one of the symbols of Ha Long tourism
1.2 Ticket prices to experience Sun Wheel Ha Long
Ticket prices to experience the Sun Wheel range from 250,000 VND to 350,000 VND per person taller than 1m, and free for children under 1m. The ticket price is not too high and is very budget-friendly for tourists. In particular, with just this price, visitors can experience countless other exciting games and entertainment activities here.
With this ticket, visitors can experience the Queen Cable Car, the Sun Wheel, the Samurai Slide, the Kidoland play area for children, the Zen Garden Japanese garden, and more. To save costs and enjoy unlimited fun, tourists can choose to buy combo packages that include other attractive attractions such as Typhoon Water Park or Dragon Park.
In addition, the entertainment complex features a chain of restaurants serving diverse Asian-European cuisine at quite reasonable prices. Visitors can stop by to dine after exploring all the exciting attractions here.
Ticket prices include experiences on the Queen Cable Car, the Sun Wheel, and many other interesting games. Photo: @huongtran.drary
This Ferris wheel has a total of 64 cabins, accommodating about 1,200 passengers per hour with 20 minutes per revolution. Photo: oa.n.h
2 How to get to Sun Wheel Ha Long
To reach the Sun Wheel, visitors will take the Queen Cable Car right inside Sun World Ha Long. This is a state-of-the-art cable car system that holds two Guinness World Records: "Highest cable car tower" and "Largest cable car cabin capacity".
When riding the Queen Cable Car, visitors will feel as though they are traveling on a double-decker bus suspended in mid-air, delightfully admiring the picturesque Ha Long from above. Since the Queen Cable Car can accommodate up to 230 passengers per cabin, visitors do not need to worry if traveling in a large group.
The ticket for the Queen Cable Car is already included in the Sun Wheel Ha Long admission ticket along with other expenses, so visitors do not need to pay extra for the cable car ride. After purchasing your wheel ticket, simply continue your journey to experience many memorable moments.
After purchasing your wheel ticket, you can continue exploring other game zones to make even more unforgettable memories.
Visitors will take the cable car to reach the Sun Wheel area
3 What makes the Sun Wheel Ferris wheel so exciting?
As a giant Ferris wheel in Ha Long, it holds countless fascinating surprises. Let's find out!
3.1 Known as one of the largest Ferris wheels in the world
Perched on the top of Ba Deo Hill at an altitude of 215 m above sea level, Sun Wheel Ha Long is recognized as one of the highest sightseeing Ferris wheels in the world. This magnificent structure was designed and constructed by Sanoyas Hoshino Meisho Group - a Japanese corporation with extensive experience in constructing over 80 famous giant Ferris wheels worldwide.
Riding Sun Wheel Ha Long, visitors have the opportunity to admire Ha Long from above with a multitude of stunning scenic landscapes. Looking out from the cabin, visitors can take in the majestic natural scenery of Hon Gai Beach, Bai Chay Bridge, Cai Lan Port, Cua Luc River, and especially the poetic, picturesque beauty of Ha Long Bay. This experience will certainly add a remarkable highlight to your journey of discovering Ha Long.
Although boasting a massive capacity of 384 passengers with each rotation lasting about 15 to 20 minutes (equivalent to 1,200 visitors/hour), the number of guests coming here to experience the attraction continues to rise, so you may still have to queue occasionally. In return, the Sun Wheel will never disappoint you.
This magnificent structure was designed by a Japanese corporation experienced in constructing over 80 famous giant Ferris wheels worldwide. Photo: hieuck
3.2 A unique check-in hotspot sought after by young people
Checking in alongside one of the world's most magnificent structures is undoubtedly a fantastic experience everyone wants to try at least once. Coming to Sun Wheel Ha Long, in addition to viewing Ha Long from above, you can spend some time taking dazzling photos at the foot of the wheel, striking every pose to bring home countless stunning shots.
The Sun Wheel Ha Long features a prominent red hue set against the blue sky. Therefore, standing from any angle, simply raising your camera will guarantee brilliant photos. For this reason, it has become one of the most sought-after destinations by young travelers visiting Ha Long.
The Sun Wheel is open from 14:00 to 19:00 on weekdays, and operates until 22:00 on holidays and weekends. Thus, visitors can choose to visit and experience the wheel at their convenience. Visiting in the late afternoon grants you the chance to immerse yourself in the romantic ambiance of sunset. Sitting in the cabin with your loved one and watching beautiful Ha Long light up is an unmatched experience.
Evening is also the time chosen by most visitors to experience the Sun Wheel. By this time, the whole Ha Long is illuminated, looking exceedingly sparkling and magical. Viewed from above, the entire city appears miniature, leaving only glowing lights that create an immensely poetic setting amidst the vibrant coastal city.
Checking in at one of the world's most magnificent structures is an exciting experience not to be missed. Photo: @lehatruc
This is one of the most popular check-in hotspots among young people in Ha Long. Photo: @kim.m20
The vibrant red of the Sun Wheel combined with Japanese-style houses captivates countless visitors
4 Other attractions at Sun World Ha Long
Beyond the Sun Wheel, Sun World Ha Long offers many other entertainment activities that you must definitely try:
4.1 Queen Cable Car
Operating hours:
- Monday - Tuesday: 9:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday - Friday: 14:00 - 21:00
- Saturday - Sunday: 9:00 - 21:00
The Queen Cable Car is built atop Ba Deo Hill - Quang Ninh. Sitting inside the spacious cabin at an altitude of 188.8 m, visitors will feel the thrilling sensation of gliding through the air. The cable car will take you to an area packed with fun attractions such as the Sun Wheel, the Samurai Slide, the Zen Garden Japanese garden, the Kidoland children's play area, the Arcade Zone video game area, and more.
The cable car cabin is fitted with clear glass, crossing the turquoise sea to reach the Sun Wheel area
The Samurai Slide is designed for those who love thrilling adventures
The play area features prominent motifs, offering you stunning photo backdrops
4.2 Dragon Park
Operating hours:
- Monday - Tuesday: 14:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday - Sunday: 9:00 - 18:00
In addition to the amusement zone on Ba Deo Mountain, you can also enjoy 31 modern rides at Dragon Park. If you have the chance to visit, don't miss thrilling rides like the Monster Spin, Mysterious Journey, Magic Umbrella, Furious Rhinoceros, Tea Cups, Childhood Train, and more, as these rides are sure to give you unforgettable memories.
Dragon Park is elaborately built
Just looking at it is enough to feel the thrilling appeal of this ride
Can you hear the screams of the riders just by looking at this photo?
4.3 Water Park
Operating hours:
- Open daily from 9:00 - 21:00
After having fun and exhausting your energy, don't forget to stop by the water park area to immerse yourself in the cool water of the wave pool. If you still have energy and want to conquer everything at Sun Wheel Ha Long, you can continue taking on attractions like the Tsunami Bay, Magic Island, Tropical Storm, and more. When you feel tired, grab a float tube and unwind along the lazy river.
The water park is built on a grand scale with numerous appealing games. Photo: Sun World Ha Long
Don't forget to join the games here to create many memorable memories with your friends!
Sun Wheel Ha Long is truly one of the highlights of your journey to discover this poetic coastal city. What are you waiting for? Pack your backpack and gather your closest friends to experience this incredibly exciting Ferris wheel together. Beside Sun Wheel Ha Long, the entertainment complex still has many other captivating activities awaiting your exploration. Hurry up and go discover it together!
