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Hải Phòng

Port city · seafood · Cát Bà gateway — everything you need to know before you go.

CitySeafoodIndustrial
Best time
Oct – Apr
Stay from
$13
Articles
46
Coordinates
20.86°N
106.68°E
Stunning aerial view of a coastal cityscape at twilight, showcasing festive lights and a serene beach.
↑ Stunning aerial view of a coastal cityscape at twilight, showcasing festive lights and a serene beach.Photo · VANNGO Ng · Pexels
01Overview02When to go03What to do04Where to eat05Getting there
01.

Overview — what Hải Phòng is, in one screen.

Hải Phòng is one of northern vietnam's most underrated destinations. Known for port city · seafood · cát bà gateway, it draws travelers looking for city and seafood experiences.

Best visited between Oct – Apr when the weather is most favorable and crowds are manageable. Accommodation starts from $13/night for guesthouses and homestays.

This guide collects 46 independent articles — destinations within Hải Phòng, where locals eat, transport options, and tested itineraries you can follow.

Quick facts
Region
Northern Vietnam
Best time
Oct – Apr
Stay from
$13
Travel style
City, Seafood, Industrial
Articles
46 guides
Coordinates
20.86°N · 106.68°E
02.

Best time to visit — month by month.

Jan
★★★
Feb
★★★★
Mar
★★★★
Apr
★★★★
May
★★★
Jun
★★
Jul
★★
Aug
★★
Sep
★★★
Oct
★★★★
Nov
★★★★
Dec
★★★★
PoorBest time
03.

What to do in Hải Phòng — top experiences.

All Hải Phòng guides →
Beautiful facade of Huynh Thuy Le House in Sa Đéc, Vietnam, showcasing French colonial architecture.
01 · Destinations

Bao Tang Hai Phong: A Traveler's Guide to Hai Phong Museum

6 minRead guide →
Tranquil scene of a historic pagoda surrounded by lush greenery in Huế, Vietnam.
02 · Destinations

Chua Thanh Mai in Hai Phong: A Traveler's Guide

6 minRead guide →
Scenic image of Tran Quoc Pagoda and lush trees reflecting in the serene lake in Hanoi, Vietnam.
03 · Destinations

Con Son - Kiep Bac: A Traveler's Guide to Vietnam's Quiet Temple Complex

7 minRead guide →
Close-up of a hand lighting incense sticks indoors, creating a spiritual atmosphere in Hanoi, Vietnam.
04 · Destinations

Den Cao An Lac in Hai Phong: A Traveler's Guide

7 minRead guide →
Side view of peaceful Asian female prayer with folded hands wearing hat standing near aged tripod on street in Vietnam
05 · Destinations

Den Kiep Bac: A Traveler's Guide to Vietnam's Most Revered Military Temple

6 minRead guide →
Close-up of a hand lighting incense sticks indoors, creating a spiritual atmosphere in Hanoi, Vietnam.
06 · Destinations

Den Suot in Hai Phong: A Traveler's Guide to One of the North's Great Temples

6 minRead guide →
04.

Where to eat in Hải Phòng — dishes locals queue for.

All Hải Phòng food →
Banh cuon
01 · Food

Banh Cuon: Vietnam's Paper-Thin Steamed Rice Rolls, Region by Region

5 minRead guide →
Nem chua
02 · Food

Nem Chua Guide: Vietnam's Fermented Pork, Ranked by Region

4 minRead guide →
Delicious Vietnamese spring rolls filled with fresh vegetables on a white plate, perfect for a healthy meal.
03 · Food

Goi Cuon: The Fresh Spring Roll That Changes City to City

4 minRead guide →
05.

Getting to Hải Phòng — your options.

Option 01

Bus / overnight sleeper

From
Hà Nội
Travel time
6–10 hr
Cost
200–400k VND
Option 02

Motorbike rental

From
Hà Nội
Travel time
8–12 hr
Cost
120k/day + fuel
Option 03

Private car + driver

From
Hà Nội
Travel time
6–8 hr
Cost
2.5–4M VND
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Read more about Hải Phòng — independent guides.

All 46 →
Beautiful facade of Huynh Thuy Le House in Sa Đéc, Vietnam, showcasing French colonial architecture.
01 · Destinations

Bao Tang Hai Phong: A Traveler's Guide to Hai Phong Museum

Hai Phong Museum is an overlooked French-colonial building packed with regional history and artifacts. Here's what to see, how to get there, and what to eat nearby.

Tranquil scene of a historic pagoda surrounded by lush greenery in Huế, Vietnam.
02 · Destinations

Chua Thanh Mai in Hai Phong: A Traveler's Guide

Chua Thanh Mai is one of northern Vietnam's most important Truc Lam Zen sites, tucked into forested hills near Hai Phong. Here's what to know before you go.

Scenic image of Tran Quoc Pagoda and lush trees reflecting in the serene lake in Hanoi, Vietnam.
03 · Destinations

Con Son - Kiep Bac: A Traveler's Guide to Vietnam's Quiet Temple Complex

Con Son - Kiep Bac is a sprawling temple-and-pagoda complex in northern Vietnam tied to centuries of spiritual and military history. Here's what to expect and how to visit.

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All 37 →
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Trending
Northern
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Karst loops & ethnic markets
Sep – NovFrom $12
42 guides →
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Must visit
Northern
Hà Nội
Capital, Old Quarter, street food
Oct – AprFrom $18
58 guides →
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Popular
Northern
Sa Pa
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Apr – OctFrom $15
31 guides →
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Iconic
Northern
Hạ Long Bay
Karst islands, junk cruises
Mar – MayFrom $45
24 guides →
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