2025 Ninh Binh Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in April)

Ninh Binh at night feels like a different world – calm, quiet, and full of charm. The limestone mountains silhouetted under the moonlight and the gentle breeze by the rivers create such a dreamy vibe. I loved wandering through the peaceful streets, trying local snacks, and soaking up the fresh night air. Perfect for night owls who love nature! 🌾🌌 #NinhBinhNight #VietnamVibes #ChillNights Use tips: 👉🏻From Hanoi, take a 2-hour bus or train to Ninh Binh. 👉🏻Book a night boat tour with lanterns at Tam Coc or Trang An. 👉🏻Bring a light jacket as it gets cool in the evening. 👉🏻Perfect for couples or anyone looking for a peaceful escape!

Conquer the Heights at Mua Cave: A Hidden Gem in Ninh Binh! Mua Cave, known for its stunning panoramic views, is a must-visit when in Ninh Binh! Climbing the 500+ steps rewards you with breathtaking vistas of the rice paddies, limestone karsts, and the serene Tam Coc River. Getting There: It’s easily accessible from Ninh Binh city—just a short taxi or motorbike ride (around 10 km) will get you there. Entrance Fee: The entrance fee is 100,000 VND, which includes access to both the cave and the viewpoint. Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon for cooler temperatures and beautiful light for photography. Don’t forget to explore the nearby Tam Coc area for a boat tour among the stunning landscapes. Stay in a local homestay to experience the charm of rural Vietnam and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. 🌾✨ #MuaCave #NinhBinh #VietnamAdventures #NatureLovers #TravelVietnam #Wanderlust #ExploreMore #vietnam

2h from Hanoi🚗Live in a small village in Vietnam and find the life you long for This winter, look to visa-friendly Vietnam! In addition to the famous Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, you can also visit the picturesque Ninh Binh. 🌴 Wander through the ancient city and feel its long history, 🍁 explore the countryside covered by rice fields. If you are a nature lover, don’t forget to experience the cozy rural life and taste the special Vietnamese food. 🍄 Travelers' Choice Award Recommendation: Tam Coc Garden This idyllic 🌾dreamlike hotel, nestled between mountains 🌲 and rice fields 🌾, is far away from the hustle and bustle of city life. It not only provides comfortable accommodation, but also allows you to deeply experience the unique charm of the Vietnamese countryside. 🌾🌾🌾 The traditional village architecture, stone houses and tiled roofs are set in a lush garden🌷! It attracts people who appreciate the beauty of nature and hope to gain energy and comfort from it. 🌻🌻🌻 Unlock a different rural 🌾 experience at Tam Coc Garden and have a deep exchange with nature! 🌾🌾🌾 Aboriginal cooking class from the river to the kitchen: Establish a deep connection with this land. Under the guidance of the indigenous people, go to the river to catch shrimps🦐, select organic vegetables in the hotel's private vegetable garden🥬, experience traditional Vietnamese cooking methods and techniques, and taste authentic Vietnamese flavors. 🥂🥂 Picnic on the River: Enjoy a romantic picnic for two on a traditional sampan boat with delicious snacks and enjoy the natural scenery of Tam Coc in the river. 🌴🌴 Traditional Fishing Experience Try to play the role of a Vietnamese farmer and use a traditional bamboo fishing rod by the pond. 🎣 Keep the typical smell of the countryside, earth and straw🌾 in your memory and immerse yourself in the local Vietnamese culture. 🔥Herbal Massage: After a long day, treat your tired feet to a healthy and soothing herbal 🌿foot bath and massage. 🌿🌿 🚙 Arrival: Ninh Binh is more than 100 kilometers away from Hanoi, and it only takes two hours to drive there! Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing and Xiamen can all fly directly to Hanoi.

Ninh Binh is a mesmerizing town known locally as 'Ha Long Bay on Land'. High recommended if you are taking a trip to Hanoi. Getting There - Recommend hiring a driver or booking a day tour to get there from Hanoi. It is about 2 hours drive. Highlights - My favourite memory was kayaking along the stunning waters in Trang An. If you go in the right season, you can see the beautiful golden colour of the paddy fields in Ninh Binh. During the kayaking, you can also see interesting karst and cave formations which makes it even more exciting. Another fun part is cycling through the local village and paddy fields. This allows you to admire the beautiful country side view and serenity. You can even spot cute monkeys there. Of course, if you don't want to kayak, you can take a local boat along the river too. Food & Restaurants - There are many delicious Vietnamese local cuisine that you can enjoy in the area including fresh spring rolls. #kayak #100waysoftravel #vietnamtrip #photolocation

Exploring Ninh Binh by bicycle was a delightful adventure. Pedaling through the scenic countryside, I marveled at the stunning karst landscapes and lush green rice paddies stretching out in every direction. The gentle breeze and the sound of birds made the ride incredibly refreshing. I cycled past serene temples, traditional villages, and tranquil waterways, each turn offering new, picturesque views. Stopping at local markets and interacting with friendly villagers added a cultural touch to the journey. The flexibility of biking allowed me to take my time, fully immersing myself in the natural beauty and charm of Ninh Binh. #summerdestinations

#100WaysOfTravel #temple #nightmarket Ninh binh is a hidden gem near Hanoi city known as the Halong Bay on land! Just 2 hours away. Explore the area for 2-3 nights instead of just doing a day tour or you will miss out on so much! Spend 1 night at this hidden gem at the walking street in Ninh Binh city. You can find food, massage, hair wash and shopping here and the vibes get better later in the night. In the middle of the lake is a few temples great for phototaking. Row boats with lantern are also up for rent if you're up for a romantic experience .

Ninh Binh, Vietnam🇻🇳 Compared to other tourist cities, Ninh Binh Province is still a minor city, but its stunning views are a hot topic on social media! ✨ It's only a 2 hour drive from Hanoi, so you can go there for a day trip🚗 You can go there on your own, but there are also tours from Hanoi🙆♀️ Here are some recommended spots in Ninh Binh⬇️.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~📍Mua Cave is a spectacular spot that's also popular on social media🎖️It's called a cave, but it's famous for the spectacular view at the top of 500 stone steps🧗It's pretty tough to keep climbing in the heat😂The mountain splits into two in the middle, so if you have the stamina, try climbing both😊By the way, there's a cave just below🐉. 📍Hoa LuIt's a historic place that was once the capital🪷We'll tour the historical buildings while listening to the guide's explanations🔍. 📍Tam Coc Tamcoc is also known as "Halong Bay on land" and we will take a boat ride through the landscape with many strange rocks jutting out.🚣 We will cross the scenery we saw from Mua Cave earlier.😳 In Tamcoc, we will row the boat with our feet! Foot rowing is a special way of rowing that can only be seen here.👀 We will be forced to buy almost everything at the floating market along the way.😂.📍 Trang An is a place registered as a World Heritage Site for both nature and culture.🎖️ The river is wider than Tamcoc, and there are temples built as if they are floating on the water.🪷 The magnificent scenery makes it feel like you are in a watercolor painting! The boats in Trang An are rowed by hand 🚣♀️.=================📍Ninh Binh✈️Vietnam==================#Beautiful view spot #Photogenic spot #Vietnam #Vietnam trip #Hanoi #Overseas trip #Southeast Asia#Travel with me #0 yen trip

Excursion to Ninh Binh is an excellent choice to see unique natural wonders of the north Vietnam. This town is located about 90 kilometers away from Hanoi and you can visit this place by car on your own or take a full day excursion. The area of Tam Coc and Trang An in Ninh Binh are absolute must-visits, which you will observe from the boat and admire the beauty of the mountains and nature. #vietnam #ninhbihn #hanoi #Traveling

Ninh Binh my fave destination in Vietnam alongside Ha Giang because of its stunning scenery 🤩 Did you know that the Kong: Skull Island was filmed at Photo Number 4? Do you remember seeing this mountain with Kong’s handprint on it? 🦍 To get to Ninh Binh from Hanoi it’s less than a 2 hour drive. You can catch a bus that will cost you around 6 USD if you book online on 12go.Asia 🚌 The best time to visit Ninh Binh is during the dry season, between end of August to end of October ☀️ 🛵 Scooter Rental: Hannah Bike Rental: 150,000 for a good bike per day (not 24 hours) or 120,000 for a not as good bike. There are parking fees everywhere in Ninh Binh especially at the tourist attractions (usually for 5,000 Dong - 10,000 Dong)💰 🍽️ Restaurant Recommendation: Tôm Bôp Bar 💎 Hidden Gem: Nam Coffee Beer Garden Places to Visit: ★ Mua Cave Viewpoint at sunrise or sunset ★ Trang An Boat tour (much better than Tam Coc) ★ Bich Dong ★ Hoa Lu Ancient Capital ★ Phố Cổ Hoa Lư at nighttime 🏨 Accommodation Recommendation: Aravinda Resort 📌 Save this post for your trip to Ninh Binh cr:alikainwanderlust

Bai Dinh Temple, the largest temple in Southeast Asia, located in Ninh Binh, also known as Ha Long Bay on land! Rather than focusing on the temple, it would be better to focus more on the beautiful scenery! The scenery on the way from the city to the temple is also so beautiful, so don't miss it and take in all the sights!!! Address 7VG8+98, Gia Sinh, Gia Viễn, Ninh Bình Entrance fee 60,000 VND (including admission only) / 220,000 VND (admission + electric car) You must take the electric car! It's so big and hot that it's hardㅠㅠ Rating ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ #Vietnam travel #temple #Southeast Asia travel #Ninh Binh

#vietnam Bái Đính Temple, located near the town of Ninh Binh, is a large Buddhist pagoda and temple complex. Bái Đính Temple is the largest spiritual and cultural Buddhist Complex in Vietnam. It’s considered as the Southeast Asia’s largest Buddhist complex. The original ancient Bái Đính Pagoda is a historical site near the Bái Đính Mountain, founded in 1136. The new Bái Đính Complex, completed in 2010, covers an area of about 550 hectares and includes various monuments, shrines, hundreds of statues, etc. Statues: The complex consists of several temples and over 500 intricately carved statues of Buddha, including some giant ones. Festivals: On the sixth day of the Lunar New Year, the temple hosts a vibrant festival during spring, usually from January to March. Visiting Bái Đính Temple offers an opportunity to admire the mesmerizing beauty and peaceful atmosphere of nature. It’s an ideal destination for those interested in exploring Ninh Binh

Although it is a small province, Ninh Binh has a very diverse terrain: mountains, plains, and coastal areas with all the nuances of miniature Vietnam. With three-quarters of the area being hills, diverse karst terrain, rich flora and fauna, many tourist resorts have been formed with beautiful natural landscapes, attracting tourists, famous as: Tam Coc - Bich Cave, Cuc Phuong National Park, Van Long Wetland Nature Reserve, Yen Thang Lake Eco-tourism Area, Dong Thai Lake, Thung Nham Bird Garden, Thung Nang, Thien Ha Cave, Kim Son coastal area, hot mineral springs… Especially, Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex was recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural and Natural Heritage in 2014, the first mixed heritage of Vietnam and Southeast Asia.#ninhbinh #trip #vietnamtravel

🚌 Getting There: A 2-hour bus ride from Hanoi brought me to Ninh Binh. 🪷 Attractions: While Tam Coc Ninh Binh was unexpectedly closed, I discovered the beauty of Hang Mua Ecolodge, complete with a serene lotus garden and a rewarding hike to the peak for breathtaking views. ✨ Evenings were spent in solitude at Pho Co Hoa Lu, followed by tranquil nighttime boating. All these attractions were conveniently close to each other. 🏨 Hotels:For a cozy and cost-effective stay, Friendly Home Hotel felt like a home away from home. 🥘 Food & Restaurants: The hotel offered a diverse menu, and nearby restaurants within walking distance provided additional dining options. 🛍️ Shopping: Shops were plentiful in Ninh Binh, although larger malls were a bit farther away. #trip #solotravel #vietnam

Coming to Ninh Binh, this is probably my favorite place. The evening is not as hot as during the day but it is very bustling with many folk music games and there are also many snack stalls nearby, so I really like it. A lot of people gather here, so I often go early and go home right away. If I have the chance, I will definitely come back here again. I hope everyone will visit this place in the evening because it really does not disappoint everyone. #summervacation #本地遊

Oh my god, I fainted because Hoa Lu ancient town is extremely beautiful. During the day, I don't see anything special. However, at night, it is crowded and bustling, and there are also bands performing. One thing I don't like here is that the boat ride is a bit expensive, at least 100 branches for an adult, but it only goes a little bit on the river. So I don't go. There are many delicious foods here, but they are quite small and almost all the same, so there is not much variety. The scenery here is extremely beautiful in pictures. If I have the chance, I will definitely come back again next time ~

#VietnamTravel Come to travel with a tour package that arranges to worship. Take me to Bai Dinh Pagoda. It is considered wow because the place is spacious and beautiful. It is the largest ancient site in Vietnam. There are many tourists who come to worship. Bai Dinh Pagoda has a large bell tower that must be more than 3 floors high. There is a place to worship the large bronze thousand-armed Guanyin. There is a large Buddha statue, an arhat. Their architecture along the way is beautiful. There are photos all the time. It is not boring. But it is very wide. It may take all day. #Vietnamese temple #Guanyin

Getting There - Located on the campus of Ky Lan Mountain, Hoa Lu Ancient Town was built based on the idea of the traditional culture of Dai Viet in the 10th century. It can be said that Hoa Lu Ancient Town was born to recreate show and restore all the beauty of the architecture as well as the culture of that time. Coming to this place, you will be delighted to have fun, learn and visit the traditional craft villages of our country such as Dong Ho painting village, Bodhisattva pottery village, Y Yen lacquer ... extremely interesting. Attractions - The space in Hoa Lu Old Town is extremely large, divided into two areas, where the product is introduced and the food court. The scenery here is designed based on the culture and traditions of our country in the 10th century, so it is very ancient and majestic. The set of photos about Hoa Lu Ancient Town by Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc posted on Check in Vietnam group partly depicts the beautiful and unique beauty of this place. Exploring Ninh Binh in 24H with the destination of Hoa Lu Ancient Town will definitely leave you with many memorable memories! Hotels - Hoa Lu Hotel Food & Restaurants - Guests will enjoy traditional, delicious and flavorful dishes. One of them must be mentioned: honey cake, glutinous rice cake, chung cake, gai cake, day cake, rice cake... these are all specialties of "our ancestors" from ancient times, many young people, especially in Big cities are not sure to enjoy the taste of these dishes. #mytripvlog #foodie

I had the opportunity to visit Ninh Binh on an early summer day in the North, the weather was very hot for a Southerner like me. This place attracts a lot of tourists from both Vietnam and abroad. You should come here once #NinhBinh, a place to visit once in your life. I came here for the second time on a summer day and had the opportunity to hang out in Hoa Lu ancient town. This is a very busy walking street, attracting a lot of tourists from Ninh Binh province. If you go through here, you should stop by Hoa Lu walking street, where many snacks are sold #ninhbinh #ninhbinh

Hoa Lu was established as the capital in 968, over 1000 years ago. It was the capital for about 40 years. Perhaps because of this, there are not many buildings, but the gate that is the entrance to the interior is magnificent, and the Chinese characters make it look even more stately. The wood carvings inside the building are also powerful, and show how dignified it was. Hoa Lu is in an inconvenient location, so it is convenient to join a tour that combines it with the scenic spots of Tam Coc and Trang An. Address: Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh How to get there: Join a tour Opening hours: 6:00-18:00 Open all year round Atmosphere: Solemn Rating: ☆☆☆ Tourist attractions: Tam Coc, Trang An

King Kong movie filming location is the best!! It's a place where you can meet caves and beautiful nature here and there!! It's a great place to take pictures by boat and make memories!

Phố cổ Hoa Lư (Old Quarter Hoa Lu) is located near the town of Ninh Binh, which was inspired by the traditional culture of Dai Co Viet (an old name of Vietnam) in the 10th century. Hoa Lu is also known as the first capital of Vietnam. It is totally a great place to explore the beauty of ancient architecture and culture. Hope you like this post if you found this useful. Cheers :) #awesomepic #ninhbinh #vietnam

If you’re based in Hanoi, this is the best option for a quick escapade as it will only take 2 hours from the city. 📍Hang Mua Viewpoint, Ninh Binh 🚂 Transpo Options: train, limousine van, bus, private car  ✨Tips: You can simply go to Ga Hanoi (Hanoi Train Station) and buy a ticket or ask your hotel staff to arrange a private car for a convenient tour. You need to climb up to see the magnificent scenery of Ninh Binh. It felt like a thousand steps going up but the huge landscape view when you reach the top was all worth it. Other facilities and features: ✔️restaurants ✔️refreshment stalls ✔️souvenir shops ✔️hotel accommodations ✔️a swimming pool ✔️a cave ✔️📸instagrammable spots all over the place #ninhbinh #vietnam #mountainview #tripblazers #passionpassport #travel Inspiration #bucketlistreboot

#VietnamTravel It was hard to climb the stairs, but the view from the top was so beautiful no matter where you looked. It was so slippery and hard to take pictures of the dragon at the top. thôn Khê Đầu Hạ, Hoa Lu, Ninh Bình, Vietnam

There is a miniature Da Lat right in the heart of Ninh Binh, Viet Nam! It’ll be really chilly if you camp here, honestly. Sunny camping address: Phung Thuong Hamlet- Ky Phu Commune- Nho Quan - Ninh Binh. Only 100km from Ha Noi, about 2 hours drive, I have found a super chilly camping spot right in the heart of Ninh Binh, nice road to drive, feels like a day or two days one night camping never been so easy. There is glamping, there is lakes, there is mountains, there is streams, and there is rest place and food, so why not give it a try? I’m sure it won’t disappoint you. ☺️#naturalwonders #gooutside #campingglamping

This summer vacation, I went to Hanoi and Ninh Binh, places with beautiful nature :-) It was very convenient to tour Ninh Binh because there were free bike rentals, and above all, it is a place where you can really feel the refreshing nature. Also, the food was really delicious, and it was a place where you couldn't help but have a drink in a good atmosphere 👍 I'll go there again, right?! #Vietnam #NinhBinh #Travel

The temple dedicated to Đinh Tiên Hoàng was built by local residents near the old capital of Hoa Lu to commemorate Dinh Tiên Hoàng, the first emperor of Vietnam. The Đinh Tiên Hoàng Temple is currently an important relic in the Special Protection Area of ​​the Hoa Lu Ancient Capital Site Group. This is also the only place in Vietnam where Đinh Tiên Hoàng, her parents and her son are all enshrined, and there are tablets dedicated to generals of the Dinh Dynasty. Like other relics of the ancient capital of Hualu, Dingwang Temple is located in the Chang'an World Heritage Group recognized by UNESCO in 2014. #Local Tour

🌸 THERE IS SUCH A FAIRY NINH BINH ⛰ Only less than 2 hours drive from Hanoi, it is unbelievable that there is such a magical scene, the whole lake of blooming pink lotuses is surrounded by vast green clouds and mountains 🍃 The lotus pond in Hang Mua, Ninh Binh is special in that it is surrounded by mountains, one side is the majestic Ngoa Long mountain, the other side is the golden rice fields. In the middle is a lotus pond with a wooden path, each year this bridge has a different shape, extremely impressive. The most beautiful lotus season in Ninh Binh is from May to July, don't miss this time! If you miss it once, you might miss it for "a lifetime" 🙂 To admire the majestic natural scenery, the vast golden rice fields stretching out in Tam Coc, you have to overcome the challenge of 486 stone steps, on both sides are majestic ancient dragon and phoenix reliefs. It's quite tiring, both in the rain and sunburned, but it's extremely worth it because you have to reach the top of Mua Mountain to get this amazing panoramic view. The ancientness and sacredness hidden in the wild, majestic nature makes anyone admire and exclaim. This is truly a lifetime experience that everyone should try when coming to Ninh Binh. Some check-in spots that cannot be missed when coming to Ninh Binh: 📍Hang Mua - Ngoa Long Mountain 📍Bich Dong Pagoda 📍Tam Coc Ferry 📍Trang An - Bai Dinh 📍Van Long Lagoon 📍Hoa Lu Ancient Capital 📍Tuyet Tinh Coc 📍Thung Nham Ecological Area

The ancient temple of Bitong was built in 1705 when King Li Dutong was on the throne. At that time, there were two monks named Sanjian and Sande, who were from Huangdong and Nanding respectively. The two met by fate and became brothers. When they came to Bidong Mountain, they found that it was a place with beautiful terrain and a pagoda. The two monks decided to rebuild the old temple into three new temples: divided into upper pagoda, middle pagoda and lower pagoda, and use them for spiritual practice. Bitong Ancient Temple is an ancient temple built on a limestone hillside in Chang'an. It belongs to Chang'an Scenic Area and is one of Ninh Binh's famous attractions. This ancient temple has a touch of nostalgia and the style of ancient traditional architecture. It is one of the holy places that many people stop by to pay homage to the Buddha when exploring Ninh Binh. #local游