Provinces near Ninh Binh have many attractive tourist destinations including Hanoi with the capital of a thousand years of culture, Ha Nam with the Tam Chuc spiritual tourism area, Nam Dinh with the unique Phat Diem Cathedral, Hoa Binh with its mountainous landscape and large lake, along with Hai Phong and Quang Ninh with famous bays and islands such as Ha Long and Co To.

Below are some suggesttions for neighboring provinces and typical tourist destinations:

Hanoi:

Cultural Tourism: The capital of a thousand years of culture with historical relics such as Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam, Old Quarter.

Culinary Tourism: Enjoy famous specialties of Hanoi

Ha Nam:

Tam Chuc tourism area: A large spiritual tourism complex, an ideal destination for those who love peaceful space and unique architecture.

Nam Dinh:

Phat Diem Stone Church: A unique religious architectural work, harmoniously combining Eastern and Western styles.

Dong Ho Painting Village: Learn about the traditional art of making folk paintings.

Hoa Binh:

Mai Chau: Discover the culture of the Thai people, with peaceful villages and poetic mountain and forest landscapes.

Hoa Binh Lake: A large freshwater lake, suitable for water activities and exploring nature.

Hai Phong & Quang Ninh:

Ha Long Bay: A natural wonder of the world with thousands of large and small limestone islands.

Co To Island: An attractive island destination