Setting foot on a new land, what do you wish for? A journey of hundreds of tiring kilometers, treated with beautiful scenery, enjoying special dishes or meeting hospitable, warm and generous people, what could be more wonderful? Although each travel enthusiast will have many different experiences, Travellive will tell you tips to explore Ha Long 24 hours through the lens of the local people to make the trip more complete.
It is no coincidence that many world tourism organizations have voted and praised Ha Long as the tourist mecca of Asia.
7am - 8am: The first meal of the day
Coming to Ha Long, you cannot miss the breakfast full of the flavor of the sea. With the advantage of being close to the sea, Ha Long is famous for dishes made from fresh, delicious seafood. Most of the breakfast restaurants in Ha Long impress diners with bowls of noodles with lots of toppings such as: fish cakes, mantis shrimp, fresh shrimp, shrimp... Not only that, the broth is seasoned to taste, with the characteristic sweetness of seafood, which also awakens all the senses of diners.
Iron shrimp vermicelli is not only an attractive breakfast dish but also a unique experience, helping you fully feel the flavor of Ha Long sea.
However, you should try the iron shrimp noodle dish - a strange name that few places have. Iron shrimp has a very hard shell (like iron), so when processing, people often have to peel the shell to get the meat. This type of shrimp is not too large in size but the meat is firm and sweet, very popular in local cuisine. The broth of Ha Long iron shrimp noodle is simmered from bones and shrimp, clear, naturally sweet without needing to add many spices. The noodle dish is served with fresh raw vegetables such as bean sprouts, green onions, herbs, along with a little lemon and chili seasoning, creating a wonderful balance between the sweetness of the shrimp and the freshness of the vegetables.
Iron shrimp vermicelli is not only an attractive breakfast dish but also an experience that helps you fully feel the taste of the ocean that cannot be missed when visiting Ha Long.
8am - 10am: Enjoy a cup of coffee by the bay
Ha Long not only attracts tourists by the natural wonder of the world Ha Long Bay, the luxury hotel - yacht service complexes... but also by the cafes with many unique styles. After enjoying breakfast, if you want to go to a place filled with the colors of nature, with sunshine, wind and salty air of the ocean mixed with Mediterranean architectural style, try the Sun Hill cafe located on Dang Ba Hat street, Hong Gai.
Enjoy a cup of coffee by the bay
Sun Hill Coffee Shop with pine hill check-in corner and giant sun wheel
This place has a prime location with Ha Long international passenger port and Bai Chay tourist area in front, pine hills and a giant sun wheel behind. If you come to the restaurant at dusk, you will be able to watch the romantic sunset on Ha Long Bay. When night falls, you will witness the whole city lit up.
10am - 12pm: Go to Ha Long market
In Quang Ninh, there are two Ha Long markets: Ha Long 1 market and Ha Long 2 market. If you travel to Ha Long, you must visit both of these markets. When visiting these markets, you can directly explore the lives of local people, and also enjoy famous specialties of the mining land such as: mantis shrimp, sea worms, squid rolls, or other fresh seafood...
There are countless street foods at Ha Long market, especially the famous squid rolls.
The interesting thing about Ha Long market is that you can feel the bustling and vibrant atmosphere, where the vendors and traders are inviting and bustling with buyers and sellers. In addition to typical dishes, you can also find handicrafts and souvenirs that are rich in local culture.
Enjoy many delicious snacks inside the market
12 noon - 2 pm: Visit Quang Ninh Museum
In the hot noon, Quang Ninh Museum is an ideal stop to explore the culture and history of the mining land. Located on the shore of Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh Museum is not only a unique architectural work but also a place to preserve the cultural, historical and natural values of the mining land. With an impressive design like a giant block of black coal, the museum attracts visitors at first sight because it is a place to preserve memories. This place offers a modern, intuitive space, helping visitors understand more deeply about a Quang Ninh rich in identity.
With an impressive design like a giant block of black coal, the museum attracts visitors at first sight.
The first floor of Quang Ninh Museum is an exhibition space introducing the natural conditions and natural resources of Quang Ninh such as minerals, geology and biodiversity. The second floor is a system displaying the history of Quang Ninh, spanning from prehistoric times to the end of the resistance war against the US. The third floor introduces stories about Quang Ninh in the modern period with exhibition spaces such as the history of the coal industry, the culture of ethnic groups in Quang Ninh province... All are introduced by tour guides in chronological order, helping visitors easily receive information. The opening hours of Quang Ninh Museum are 8am - 3pm, from Tuesday to Sunday. The entrance fee is only about 30,000 VND/adult, very suitable for visitors to visit and stroll around for a day.
If you are looking for a place that is both rich in historical value and offers impressive check-in corners, then Quang Ninh Museum is definitely a destination not to be missed!
Many unique virtual check-in corners at Quang Ninh Museum
2:00 PM - 5:30 PM: Cruise Halong Bay by luxury cruise
Afternoon is the ideal time to board a luxury cruise and explore the majestic beauty of Ha Long Bay - one of the world's outstanding natural wonders. On the cruises, visitors can admire the poetic seascape, experience high-class services such as transparent glass-bottomed swimming pools, enjoy rich Asian - European cuisine, or participate in exciting entertainment activities.
Experience luxury cruises, explore exotic destinations and enjoy premium service on the bay
The tour takes visitors to famous places such as Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave, Ti Top Island... where there are beautiful beaches and majestic natural scenery. The trip also combines a luxurious lunch at the restaurant on the cruise. In particular, if you want to fully enjoy the romantic space of Ha Long at night, visitors can join the dinner tour on the bay, enjoy the cuisine and admire the sparkling beauty of the bay when the lights are on. The cruise experience not only brings wonderful moments of relaxation but also an opportunity to fully enjoy the natural beauty and culture of this heritage bay.
The cruise ship docked at dusk
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM: Watch the romantic sunset
It is no coincidence that many world tourism organizations have voted and praised Ha Long as the tourist mecca of Asia, one of the most beautiful sunset viewing spots on the continent. When the sun gradually sets behind the majestic limestone mountains, Ha Long Bay puts on a magical and poetic beauty of the golden sunset. This is the ideal moment for tourists to relax on the deck of the yacht, enjoy the cool sea breeze and admire the sky changing from golden yellow to brilliant orange-red, reflecting sparklingly on the peaceful water surface.
Sunset shades on the bay shore
Under the sunset, Ha Long becomes more romantic and attractive than ever. Visitors can choose to enjoy a cocktail at the bar on the cruise, take beautiful photos or simply let their souls follow the gentle melodies, immersing themselves in the majestic nature. This will definitely be a memorable experience, leaving a deep impression of the poetic beauty of Ha Long Bay.
Not only on a cruise, watching the sunset from the mainland in Ha Long is also a fascinating experience. The most beautiful sunset viewing spots in Ha Long that cannot be missed are: Reu Island, Bai Chay beach, Ben Doan, Bai Chay bridge, Ha Long International Port... This moment brings a feeling of relaxation and is a great opportunity to take beautiful souvenir photos of the romantic nature of Ha Long at dusk.
Under the sunset, Ha Long becomes more romantic and attractive than ever.
