NINH BINH CITY GUIDE
Welcome
Ninh Binh is located in the southernmost part of the Northern Delta, about 90 km from the capital Hanoi. Ninh Binh is known for its rich tourism resources with many historical and cultural relics, famous landscapes and valuable natural ecological environments. In particular, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014, the first mixed heritage of Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
How to get there: To get to Ninh Binh from Hanoi, you can choose to travel by car for about 1 hour and 25 minutes or by train, taking about 2 hours and 15 minutes. If departing from Ho Chi Minh City, the fastest way is to fly to Noi Bai airport (Hanoi) or Tho Xuan (Thanh Hoa), then continue your journey to Ninh Binh by car. LUXPERIA will choose the best and safest way for your trip according to your budget.
When to Go: The best time to visit Ninh Bình is from January to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant. From April to June, Ninh Bình experiences its only rice harvest season, offering beautiful golden rice fields along with warm weather, making it ideal for sightseeing.
Welcome
Ninh Binh is located in the southernmost part of the Northern Delta, about 90 km from the capital Hanoi. Ninh Binh is known for its rich tourism resources with many historical and cultural relics, famous landscapes and valuable natural ecological environments. In particular, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014, the first mixed heritage of Vietnam and Southeast Asia.
How to get there: To get to Ninh Binh from Hanoi, you can choose to travel by car for about 1 hour and 25 minutes or by train, taking about 2 hours and 15 minutes. If departing from Ho Chi Minh City, the fastest way is to fly to Noi Bai airport (Hanoi) or Tho Xuan (Thanh Hoa), then continue your journey to Ninh Binh by car. LUXPERIA will choose the best and safest way for your trip according to your budget.
When to Go: The best time to visit Ninh Bình is from January to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant. From April to June, Ninh Bình experiences its only rice harvest season, offering beautiful golden rice fields along with warm weather, making it ideal for sightseeing.
Our favourite neighbourhoods
Choosing the best neighborhood to stay in as a tourist depends on your interests, preferences, and what you want to experience during your visit. Here are some of the most popular and diverse neighborhoods that offer fantastic experiences for tourists:
Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
The landscape here is characterized by winding rivers flowing through limestone mountains, forming numerous natural caves that draw in tourists.
Tam Coc Bich Dong
Part of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, Tam Coc Bich Dong features lush scenery, mysterious caves, and ancient mountains. If you have the opportunity to come here in the first days of the new year, you will have the opportunity to visit the pagoda, row a boat and immerse yourself in the vibrant festival atmosphere.
Hoa Lu Temple
The Hoa Lu Temple is a national relic complex that includes the temples of King Le and King Dinh, along with several ancient structures. This destination offers a chance to explore history while praying for luck and blessings for yourself and your family.
Bai Dinh Pagoda
Bai Dinh Pagoda features expansive grounds, unique architecture and is the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia.
Am Tien Cave
The lake in Am Tiên Cave is a stunning emerald green, beautifully nestled among towering rocky mountains. Its tranquil waters reflect the surrounding natural beauty, creating a serene atmosphere that invites visitors to relax and explore the enchanting landscape.
Mua Caves Ecolodge
Hang Mua Ninh Binh brings a sense of peace to visitors. After conquering 486 stone steps, you will reach the top of Mua mountain to fully admire the vast rice fields and the image of boats drifting on the calm water.
Van Trinh Cave
Van Trinh Cave is famous for its wild, majestic and romantic beauty. The cave has many unique limestone rocks formed over millions of years, each rock has a distinct shape and name, creating a unique and attractive natural space.
Van Long Nature Reserve
Known as the "bay without waves," the lagoon offers a tranquil experience where the water's surface remains perfectly flat. In 2010, it earned two records from the Vietnam Record Book Center: the site with the largest population of Delacour's langurs and the largest natural painting.
Kim Son
Kim Son beach is also an ecological sea area of ??the whole Ninh Binh province with a large area of ??over 105,000 hectares. Kim Son beach is actually a large mangrove forest that is regularly replenished with diverse flora and fauna. More specifically, many animal species here are also species on the red list.
Our favourite neighbourhoods
Choosing the best neighborhood to stay in as a tourist depends on your interests, preferences, and what you want to experience during your visit. Here are some of the most popular and diverse neighborhoods that offer fantastic experiences for tourists:
Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex
The landscape here is characterized by winding rivers flowing through limestone mountains, forming numerous natural caves that draw in tourists.
Tam Coc Bich Dong
Part of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, Tam Coc Bich Dong features lush scenery, mysterious caves, and ancient mountains. If you have the opportunity to come here in the first days of the new year, you will have the opportunity to visit the pagoda, row a boat and immerse yourself in the vibrant festival atmosphere.
Hoa Lu Temple
The Hoa Lu Temple is a national relic complex that includes the temples of King Le and King Dinh, along with several ancient structures. This destination offers a chance to explore history while praying for luck and blessings for yourself and your family.
Bai Dinh Pagoda
Bai Dinh Pagoda features expansive grounds, unique architecture and is the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia.
Am Tien Cave
The lake in Am Tiên Cave is a stunning emerald green, beautifully nestled among towering rocky mountains. Its tranquil waters reflect the surrounding natural beauty, creating a serene atmosphere that invites visitors to relax and explore the enchanting landscape.
Mua Caves Ecolodge
Hang Mua Ninh Binh brings a sense of peace to visitors. After conquering 486 stone steps, you will reach the top of Mua mountain to fully admire the vast rice fields and the image of boats drifting on the calm water.
Van Trinh Cave
Van Trinh Cave is famous for its wild, majestic and romantic beauty. The cave has many unique limestone rocks formed over millions of years, each rock has a distinct shape and name, creating a unique and attractive natural space.
Van Long Nature Reserve
Known as the "bay without waves," the lagoon offers a tranquil experience where the water's surface remains perfectly flat. In 2010, it earned two records from the Vietnam Record Book Center: the site with the largest population of Delacour's langurs and the largest natural painting.
Kim Son
Kim Son beach is also an ecological sea area of ??the whole Ninh Binh province with a large area of ??over 105,000 hectares. Kim Son beach is actually a large mangrove forest that is regularly replenished with diverse flora and fauna. More specifically, many animal species here are also species on the red list.
EXPERIENCES THERE WILL FOLLOW YOU HOME
Rowing Boat Tour
As the boatman guides you along, you’ll drift beneath towering limestone cliffs, their shadows dancing on the gentle waters. The boat will pause at ancient temples, inviting quiet exploration, before gliding through caves where natural rock formations create a mesmerizing passageway. Each moment reveals stunning scenery, capturing the essence of this timeless landscape.
Trekking Bich Dong Pagoda
Nestled at the foot of a large mountain, Bich Dong Pagoda is one of Ninh Bình's most famous attractions. A stone bridge crosses a large lotus pond, which blooms vibrantly in the summer. Climb the stairs that wind up the mountain to take in the breathtaking scenery along the way.
Hike in Cuc Phuong National Park
Cuc Phuong is the oldest national park in Vietnam. Here, you can visit the rehabilitation center for reptiles and primates. Afterward, explore the trails leading to a grove of ancient trees, some of which are over 1,000 years old.
Kayaking at Trang An Heritage
Unlike the traditional model of sitting on a boat with a local boatman, you can now row your own boat to fully experience the beauty of the Trang An Scenic Complex.
Taste the local specialities
While in Ninh Binh make sure to try the province's signature dishes: com chay and de tai chanh. Com chay is a fried rice crust which is eaten as a delicious snack or dipped into a warm stew. De tai chanh is made from goat meat.
TOP SHOPPING
Rong Market
This is one of the famous markets in the center of Ninh Binh city. The market sells all kinds of items, from food to household appliances, clothes to famous specialties in Ninh Binh.
Hoa Lu ancient town
Hoa Lu Ancient Town was inspired by the traditional culture of Dai Viet in the 10th century, recreating and restoring the beauty of ancient architecture and culture. Currently, Hoa Lu ancient town is open free of charge for tourists to visit, shop as well as enjoy the unique cultural and artistic performances here.
Thai Tuan Store
Thai Tuan brand has been trusted by domestic and foreign consumers as one of the leading textile brands providing fabric products and fashion services imbued with Vietnamese identity and culture.
TOP RESTAURANT IN NINH BINH
Thuong Luong Restaurant
Stepping into Luong Thuong Restaurant, you will feel the delicate combination of traditional cuisine and modern space. This is one of the delicious restaurants in Ninh Binh and is most famous for its dishes made from mountain goats.
Pho Xua
At Pho Xua, the cuisine embodies the essence of tradition, while every decorative detail reflects the richness of Vietnamese culture. The restaurant offers a diverse menu, ranging from classic countryside dishes to unique, modern creations.
Viet Xua Rice Pot
This traditional, family-style restaurant brings a warm, homely atmosphere, with each dish prepared to reflect authentic, time-honored recipes. Its specialty, clay pot rice, is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the fragrant aroma to seep into every grain. Served bubbling hot with tender, flavorful toppings, each meal delivers a taste of nostalgia and comfort, embodying the essence of shared family meals.
Phuc Loc Tho Restaurant
Its diverse menu boasts fresh and enticing dishes, including chicken, goat meat, and seafood like oysters and squid. Each dish is thoughtfully prepared to enhance its color and flavor, offering a unique and appealing culinary experience for customers.
Chookie's Beer Garden
Chookie’s Beer Garden is a haven for beer enthusiasts seeking both quality craft brews and an eco-friendly atmosphere in the heart of Vietnam. This unique establishment offers an extensive selection of the finest craft beers available in the country, making it a go-to destination for beer connoisseurs and one of the best restaurants in Ninh Binh.
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LUXPERIA APPROVED HOTELS
We've carefully curated a diverse range of options to cater to all preferences, from luxurious 5 star city-center choices to charming 3 star boutique hotels in unique neighborhoods.
Our selection ensures top-notch quality and service, guaranteeing a memorable stay. Benefit from insider knowledge to make the most of your Ninh Binh visit. Whether you're a business traveler, a family, or a couple, Luxperia Approved hotels are the perfect choice for a comfortable and enjoyable experience, backed by trusted hoteliers.
Tam Coc retreat
Tam Coc Retreat, nestled within a lush 0.8-hectare tropical garden adorned with 60-year-old trees, offers a serene escape in Ninh Binh. The resort features a range of accommodations, including Deluxe Garden View rooms, Suite Private Garden rooms, and Luxury Family Villas comprising two bedrooms and a living room. Each bungalow is thoughtfully designed with traditional Vietnamese materials, ensuring a harmonious blend with the tropical climate—cool in summer and warm in winter.
The resort boasts an outdoor European-style swimming pool, sanitized using advanced ionic saltwater technology to protect the skin.
Culinary delights await at the on-site restaurant and bar, offering a diverse menu of Asian, European, and Japanese dishes, as well as outdoor BBQ options.
Complimentary bicycles are available for guests to explore the picturesque surroundings, including the renowned Tam Coc – Bich Dong caves.
Aravinda Resort Ninh Binh
Offers 30 elegantly designed rooms and villas that blend traditional Vietnamese architecture with modern comforts.
Accommodations include the 75 sqm Aravinda Suite Villa, 55 sqm Valleyfield Executive rooms, 45 sqm Countryside Deluxe rooms, and 29 sqm Lotus Lake Classic rooms. Each space is thoughtfully appointed to provide guests with a tranquil retreat.
The resort features an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness center, and the Fleur de Sel Spa, which offers rejuvenating treatments. Dining options include Le Bourgeon Vert Restaurant, serving a fusion of traditional Vietnamese and contemporary cuisine, and the Chili Bar for refreshing beverages. Unique services such as culinary adventures and cultural experiences immerse guests in the local heritage. Complimentary bicycles are available for exploring nearby attractions like the Tam Coc caves and Bich Dong pagoda.
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