Quang Ninh is a tourist land with many places and areas with poetic beauty that captivates tourists. If you have ever been to Quang Ninh, you will surely want to go many more times to fully explore this beautiful sea. Let’s take a look at 17 famous places and tourist areas in Quang Ninh to see what Quang Ninh has to offer and how many places you’ve been to.
1. Summary of famous Quang Ninh tourist areas
Blessed by nature with many charming and poetic landscapes, Quang Ninh is a land that has been exploited into many famous tourist areas, attracting millions of tourists each year. Below are some famous Quang Ninh tourist areas you can refer to for your trip:
1.1. Van Don tourist area
Van Don – Quang Ninh is one of the places visited by many tourists because of its wild beauty and quiet beaches that have not been heavily touristized.
Van Don island district includes many small islands scattered across Bai Tu Long Bay. This is also the location that many couples choose to take wedding photos. (photo source: nguoiduatin.vn)
Coming to Van Don, you will admire the scenery of mountains, forests, and blue sea blending together to create a beautiful scene. Besides, you can also enjoy many fresh seafood dishes such as sea worms, geoduck, snails, fish, shrimp, crabs,…
1.2. Tuan Chau International Tourist Area
For a long time, Tuan Chau tourist area is not only a famous Quang Ninh tourist area but also considered the most international tourist area in Vietnam with an area of up to 220 hectares, only about 2km from Ha Long city.
This is an island with the only soil and schist geology among the islands of Ha Long sea, possessing long stretches of fine white sand beaches, clear blue sea water and especially a cool climate suitable for swimming. Those who want to go on vacation.
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Not only has beautiful scenery, Tuan Chau Island also provides restaurant, hotel, and amusement park services (photo source: Collected)
1.3. Quang Ninh Gate eco-tourism area
Quang Ninh Gate tourist area (in Binh Duong commune, Dong Trieu town), although a relatively new place, has been included in the list of Quang Ninh tourist areas you should experience because there are many interesting activities here. taste.
Quang Ninh Gate eco-tourism area (photo source: collected)
Quang Ninh Gate was built on an area of 12 hectares, is an entertainment area with many types of experiences including: eco-tourism, experience and village tourism. Each area offers different experiences, amenities and a series of attractive games such as: aquarium, water park, thrill park… Besides, there is also a system of hotels and restaurants. and luxury resorts for those who want to stay overnight.
1.4. Yen Tu tourist area
For Vietnamese Buddhists, Yen Tu tourist area is a sacred pilgrimage place not to be missed when coming to Quang Ninh.
The tourist area is a relic complex including 11 pagodas and hundreds of temples, towers, statues, and forests of ancient trees scattered at an altitude of more than 1,000 meters, in the Dong Trieu mountain range (photo source: collected).
To reach Yen Tu peak, you have to go through a distance of 6km with thousands of stone steps. For those who travel spiritually, this is considered a challenge to conquer on the path to worship Buddha. If you don’t have enough strength to climb, there is now a very convenient cable car route that is both fast and allows you to enjoy the scenery from above.
1.5. Thac Mo eco-tourism area
The next place on the list of Quang Ninh tourist areas you should visit is Thac Mo eco-tourism area. A special feature of Thac Mo eco-tourism area is that the landscape here still retains its pristine features with forests, stream banks and waterfalls flowing into a clear lake. This area has a quite cool climate so many people choose it as a place to camp, cool off, enjoy specialties,…
1.6. Co To Quang Ninh tourist area
In recent years, Co To Island has become a very hot destination, attracting many tourists, especially young people because of its wild beauty, clear water and many places with “live check-in”. virtual”
Co To Island is one of the extremely hot tourist areas in Quang Ninh in recent years (photo source: Collected)
If you have the opportunity to go to Co To island, you can refer to some places and fun activities such as taking virtual photos at beautiful beaches such as Van Chay, Hong Van, Thanh Lan island beach; Rent bicycles and motorbikes to freely explore landmarks on the island (Cau My rock beach, love road, Co To church, Uncle Ho monument area) and watch the sunset at the lighthouse.
Co To Island has many places for you to freely explore (photo source: collected)
A note for you when traveling to Co To Island is to check the weather before going, avoid going at times of rough seas or strong winds because then there are no boats to the island and you will most likely be caught. stranded and unable to return to the mainland.
1.7. Lung Xanh tourist area – Quang Ninh
Lung Xanh tourist area, Quang Ninh is located in Uong Bi city, bringing a majestic beauty with high mountains, blue clouds and white waterfalls winding along the cliffs. The waterfall is located halfway up the mountain, so you will climb a fairly long distance through the primeval forest. But when you get there, you will feel the effort was worth it when you see the bamboo forest, the strangely shaped rocks and especially the smooth white sand under the stream like a miniature beach.
Lung Xanh Waterfall winding over the cliffs. If there is water during the season, you will feel the majestic beauty of this place (photo source: vtc.vn)
2. Top 10 most checked-in Quang Ninh tourist destinations
To be able to explore all the tourist destinations in Quang Ninh, it certainly cannot be packed into a trip of just a few days. However. If you can only travel to Quang Ninh for 2 days and 1 night or travel to Quang Ninh for 3 days and 2 nights, you can refer to some of these most checked-in famous places:
2.1. Ha Long Bay
If you have come to Quang Ninh and missed traveling to Ha Long, it would be a mistake. Try taking a cruise to experience all the beautiful scenery in Ha Long Bay.
Known as one of the natural wonders of the world, Ha Long Bay not only attracts domestic tourists but also many foreigners come here to explore the beautiful scenery (photo source: Collected)
Ha Long Bay includes 2000 large and small islands and beautiful caves and beaches, including the most beautiful pristine caves such as Thien Cung cave, Dau Go cave, Trinh Nu cave,… Tourists can have interesting and exciting exploration trips.
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Sailing between caves and spending the night on a yacht is an experience you must definitely try when coming to Ha Long – Quang Ninh (photo source: Dan Tri Newspaper)
2.2. Khe Van Waterfall
Khe Van Waterfall originates from the Khe Van mountain range, Thong Chau with an altitude of more than 1000m above sea level. The waterfall has 3 levels of water, falling from a height of about 100m, creating a majestic scene, white foam mixed with rocks covered with green moss. Especially in the rainy season when the amount of water flowing in is large, small clear lakes will appear here at the foot of the waterfall, very beautiful.
Khe Van Waterfall with its pristine protective forest and rich vegetation is a place for you to explore nature and feel the fresh atmosphere of the waterfall and forest (photo source: collected)
2.3. Yen Trung Lake
Yen Trung Lake is the largest lake in Quang Ninh, known as “miniature Da Lat” because of its poetic, romantic and dreamy scenery. The lake is nestled in a hilly valley, surrounded by forests on all four sides, further highlighting the clear blue water.
Here, you can participate in a number of activities such as: renting bicycles to go around the lake, camping overnight, team building, renting a boat to sightsee on the lake (about 30,000 VND/hour) or checking in for “virtual living”. ” at the bridge of love.
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Yen Trung Lake is an ideal place for camping activities because the climate is always cool and airy (photo source: Dat Viet 24h)
2.4. Bai Tho Mountain
If you have come to Ha Long, you should definitely try to explore Bai Tho Mountain – a beautiful limestone mountain in Ha Long city, Quang Ninh province. The reason the mountain is called Poem is because on the mountain there are still preserved Chinese poems by Le Thanh Tong engraved on rocks in 1468 and by Trinh Cuong in 1729.
To reach the top of Bai Tho mountain, you need to go through a steep and tiring climb, so prepare a pair of comfortable sneakers to avoid foot pain. But once you reach the top, all your fatigue will disappear because from here you can fully see the entire Ha Long Bay.
From the top of Bai Tho mountain, you can fully see Ha Long Bay and the city below (photo source: Collected)
2.5. Minh Chau Island
Minh Chau is a small island in Bai Tu Long Bay, Van Don district, Quang Ninh province. This is a Quang Ninh tourist area that attracts a lot of tourists thanks to its long white sand beach, fresh air, and almost intact wildness without human exploitation. If you are looking for a quiet getaway, Minh Chau island is a reasonable choice.
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Minh Chau Island still almost retains its wild beauty bestowed by nature (photo source: collected)
2.6. Tra Co Beach
Tra Co Beach is a tourist destination in Quang Ninh that attracts tourists because of its pristine beauty. This is also one of the beaches with the longest coastline in Vietnam (with more than 15km of coastline).
Coming here, you will feel overwhelmed by the beautiful scenery of Sa Vi cape and Da Den beach, and at the same time be free to explore nature, immerse yourself in the cool water on the deserted beach.
Tra Co Beach offers a quiet, relaxing space that is very suitable for relaxation (photo source: Collected)
2.7. Landmark 1305 and dinosaur spine
Dinosaur spine is the phrase to refer to the ridge on the way to milestone 1305, located on the border patrol road of Binh Lieu. This is one of the two landmarks located at the highest position in Quang Ninh and is also not an easy place to touch. Because to reach this milestone, you need to cross a steep mountain ridge. If the weather is favorable, it can take up to 2 hours, but if the weather is bad, the road is quite dangerous.
The reason this place attracts so many young people to check in is because the road going up is very beautiful, covered with green grass and dirt roads forming a shape like the back of a dinosaur. So if you are not healthy enough to climb the entire mountain, you can come check in and leave.
Dinosaur spine – a beautiful road to conquer milestone 1305 (photo source: Collected)
2.8. Ba Vang Pagoda
Located halfway up Thanh Dang Mountain, Ba Vang Pagoda is the largest place to worship the Three Jewels and the dugout drum in Vietnam. This is not only a spiritually meaningful tourist destination, but it also possesses a charming landscape with the sea in front and the mountains behind.
When visiting Ba Vang Pagoda, besides worshiping Buddha, don’t forget to visit the ancient well and drink water from the well because it is said that here it can bring health and cure many diseases.
Ba Vang Pagoda is a spiritual place that is very suitable for spring trips, both worshiping Buddha and enjoying the beautiful scenery and relaxing in a quiet space. (photo source: Vietnamnews)
2.9. Loi Am Pagoda
Another spiritual Quang Ninh tourist area you should not miss is Loi Am Pagoda located on the back of 503m high Loi Am Mountain, the mountain considered the highest in Ha Long Bay. The pagoda is not only a place for tourists to visit and worship Buddha, but it is also a historical witness, associated with many folk anecdotes from the reign of King Le Thanh Tong to the anti-French period.
Loi Am Pagoda possesses a charming landscape surrounded by poetic mountains, forests, rivers and streams (photo source: Collected)
If you have the opportunity to come to Loi Am Pagoda, don’t forget to take a boat across Yen Lap lake to feel the rare clear blue water, and also visit some spots such as Tien well, Giai Oan stream, Cau palace,…
2.10. Sa Vi Cape
Sa Vi Cape (also known as Got Cape) is a cape in the northeast of Vietnam, in Tra Co ward, Mong Cai city, Quang Ninh province. There is a majestic relief of three pine trees rising straight to the sky here, and this is also considered a favorite check-in spot for many young people.
Quang Ninh tourism is extremely famous among tourist provinces and cities across the country. This place is blessed by nature with countless wonderful natural beauties. There are many famous tourist destinations, visited by many domestic and foreign tourists. Each place has different beauty, giving you an interesting journey of sightseeing, fun and travel. If you are preparing for a trip to Quang Ninh.