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Ha Long
Vietnam · HPH
Two thousand limestone islands rising from jade water.
About
Hạ Long is a former first-class provincial city and capital city of Quảng Ninh province, Vietnam. It was founded in 1993, when the old capital, Hòn Gai, was merged with Bãi Cháy, the main tourist area. The city mainly lies on Hạ Long Bay, and is located at about 178 km (111 mi) east of Hà Nội. The city's population in 2019 was 270,054.
Source: Wikipedia — Hạ Long (CC BY-SA)
Known for
- nature · world class
- sightseeing · world class
- affordability · excellent
- family friendly · excellent
- water sports · excellent
- beaches · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan68°F9d wet
- Feb69°F8d wet
- Mar75°F11d wet
- Apr81°F14d wet
- May85°F21d wet
- Jun88°F23d wet
- Jul88°F25d wet
- Aug87°F27d wet
- Sep86°F22d wet
- Oct83°F12d wet
- Nov78°F8d wet
- Dec71°F5d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Halong bay 4 hours boat tour from Halong city with 2 caves, kayakFrom $131 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Catherine Horizon - Top Luxury - The Best Day & Dinner CruiseFrom $70 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Ha Long Bay Private Full-Day Tour from Hanoi | Kayaking & CavesFrom $220 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Capella Cruise 3-day Explore Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay from HanoiFrom $1,315 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
La Casta Cruise - Halong Bay Luxury Day Tour (Best Selling)From $70 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Lan Ha Bay Cruises 2 Days and 1 Night Caving, Kayaking, SwimmingFrom $150 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Cat Bi International Airport (HPH), about 24 mi away.
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