Category: The Northern Coast

🛵 Getting Around Ninh Binh & Tam Coc (Updated 2025 Guide) Exploring the scenic landscapes of Ninh Binh and Tam Coc is one of the highlights of any trip to northern Vietnam. While Ninh Binh town itself is quite spread out, it’s still walkable around the bus and train stations. But when it comes to […]

🚉 Getting In & Out of Ninh Binh and Tam Coc (Updated 2025 Travel Guide) If you’re planning a visit to Ninh Binh province, chances are you’re heading straight to Tam Coc — and rightly so! 🌿 Many travelers now skip Ninh Binh city altogether in favor of Tam Coc’s scenic landscapes, cozy guesthouses, and […]

🏯 Ho Citadel – A Silent Stone Fortress in the Heart of Vietnam 📍 Located 60km southwest of Ninh Binh, near the junction of Highways 217 & 45 (Vinh Loc town is the nearest urban hub)🕖 Open daily from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Entry ticket required🚗 No public transport — best reached by private […]

⛪ Phat Diem Cathedral – A Stone Masterpiece in Vietnam’s Catholic Heartland 📍 Phat Diem, Kim Son Village – 28km southeast of Ninh Binh🕗 Opening Hours: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM (daily)🎟️ Free entry🚌 Easy access by bus, motorbike, or bicycle from Ninh Binh Hidden in the peaceful rice […]

🌿 Van Long Nature Reserve – A Hidden Wetland Paradise in Ninh Binh 📍 Located 18km northwest of Ninh Binh, just 2km east of Tran Me🕖 Open daily from 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM🎟️ Entrance and boat ride require a ticket If you’re looking to escape the crowds and reconnect with nature, Van Long Nature […]

🛕 Bai Dinh Pagoda – Vietnam’s Most Majestic Buddhist Complex 📍 Located 21km northwest of Ninh Binh City🕘 Open daily | Grounds are free to enter | Entrance fees apply to inner pagoda areas🛣️ From Ninh Binh: Take Tran Hung Dao north, turn left onto the Trang An highway, pass Trang An and Hoa Lu, […]

🏯 Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – A Journey Back to Vietnam’s Royal Roots 📍 12km northwest of Ninh Binh City🕕 Open daily: 6:30 AM – 6:00 PM🎟️ Entrance fee required for temple access Tucked between dramatic limestone hills and lush valleys, Hoa Lu offers a peaceful yet powerful glimpse into Vietnam’s early days as an […]

🚣‍♂️ Trang An – Glide Through Caves, Temples & Karst Valleys in Ninh Binh’s Scenic Wonderland 📍 9km northwest of Ninh Binh City🕖 Boat hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM daily🎟️ Entrance & boat fee required (boats are priced for 4 people – private trips available) If you’re heading to Ninh Binh and wondering whether […]

🐉 Mua Cave (Hang Múa) – Conquer the “Dragon’s Back” for the Best View in Ninh Binh 📍 Located 3km north of Tam Coc🕘 Open daily: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (until 6:00 PM during summer months)🎟️ Entrance fee applies (approx. 100,000 VND per person) If you’re exploring the scenic landscapes of Ninh Binh, make […]

🏯 Bich Dong Pagoda – A Spiritual Ascent into the Limestone Hills of Tam Coc 📍 Located 2km west of Tam Coc🎟️ Free entrance – no tickets needed!⛰️ Prepare for a short but scenic climb with some steep stone steps Nestled in the foothills just outside Tam Coc, Bich Dong Pagoda is a peaceful and […]