48 hours in Ha Long

Quang Ninh Ha Long is a convenient destination for tourists in the Northern region, with many sightseeing, entertainment and delicious food areas.

Swimming and visiting Ha Long Bay are very popular experiences. If you return to Ha Long, you can try the following activities to see a Ha Long that is not boring.

Day 1

Breakfast in Ha Long should start with mantis shrimp vermicelli or squid spring rolls. These are two popular dishes in Ha Long that attract tourists. Depending on the chef and the secret recipe of each restaurant, the taste of the dish will be different in each place. Some addresses that tourists can refer to include Dong Bac, Khanh Tuyen, Goc Bang, Mrs. Lan, Mrs. Yen...

Mantis shrimp vermicelli. Photo: Phong Vinh

Thong Zeo Coffee Shop is the next stop. Located in Bai Chay area, facing the sea, in the middle of a pine forest, visitors will feel like they are in Da Lat. Thong Zeo sells entrance tickets, like a passport, for 80,000 VND, including a drink. For visitors who like to relax, this can be a place to relax all day with other services such as photography, BBQ parties, outdoor music.

Meanwhile, tourists who like activities can rent a private kayaking service in Ha Long Bay. In areas such as Cua Van, Hang Co, Cong Dam, Vung Vieng..., kayaks are rented by the hour, from about 70,000 to 100,000 VND per hour. The natural scenery is not crowded and bustling, helping tourists have new experiences.

Thong Zeo Coffee Shop. Photo: Thong Zeo

Quang Ninh Museum, located in Hon Gai, is a suitable destination in the afternoon, opening hours are from 13:00 to 17:00. This is one of the museums in Vietnam built with special architecture, simulating the coal blocks that are typical of the locality. The first floor is the sea space, the second floor displays historical relics and artifacts, and the third floor recreates the coal mining industry in a mine model.

In the evening, visitors should Enjoy seafood at Hong Hanh, Phuong Nam, Cua Vang, Phuong Thuy, Yen Oc restaurants in Cai Dam area, Sam Ba Ti Coc 5, Huong Duyen, Com Bao Nghia, Lan Huong, Bang Lang. Some other suggestions are the food street, snack area Gieng Don, Phu Lam restaurant near Cienco 5 fishing village or further away in Quang Yen area, Thong Nhat commune, Hoanh Bo district. Outdoor beer bars include Khai Huong Garden, Cuong Ca... along the coastal road.

Day 2

For families with children on vacation this summer, Sun World Ha Long is a destination not to be missed. The park is open from 8am to 8pm, consisting of two main areas connected by a cable car system. There are many adventure or relaxation games, suitable for many ages. Visitors can buy single tickets or combo tickets, ranging from 300,000 VND to 700,000 VND per person. The park also has a restaurant area, so families can enjoy lunch here.

One of the games at Sun World Ha Long. Photo: Sun

In the afternoon, before leaving Ha Long, don't miss out on pearl yogurt. Yogurt with pearls has been around for about 10 years. This famous snack that has become a trademark of Ha Long is also sold in many provinces and cities across the country. The price of each cup ranges from 15,000 to 30,000 VND. Ms. Nghi or Tuan Lien are two familiar places. In addition, visitors can try Ms. Phuong's yogurt, which is recommended by many locals.

Tam Anh

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