TOP 10 TOURIST DESTINATIONS IN NINH BINH YOU MUST VISIT ONCE

Ninh Binh – A land of breathtaking landscapes – is not only famous for its impressive and unique natural scenery but also known for its specialties and the hospitality of the local people. Below is a list of the top 10 places worth visiting when you have the opportunity to come to Ninh Binh!

1. Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Address: Hoa Lu Ancient Capital relic site, located in Tay Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province.

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is a complex of architecture and a particularly important national historical relic of Vietnam. At the same time, UNESCO has also recognized Hoa Lu Ancient Capital as one of the four core areas of the Trang An World Cultural and Natural Heritage Complex. Hoa Lu became the capital of our country right after the end of 1,000 years of Chinese domination.

According to historical records, Hoa Lu was the capital of the two dynasties Dinh (968 – 980) and Tien Le (980 – 1009). The Ly Dynasty only temporarily established its capital in Hoa Lu for 1 year (1009 – 1010) before moving to Dai La (Hanoi).

After 1,100 years of turbulent history. The ancient capital of Hoa Lu is the most eloquent living witness to the history of the Vietnamese nation. The relics, temples, tombs, pagodas are the remaining historical traces. In addition to learning about historical events and heroes of ancient times, visiting the ancient capital of Hoa Lu Ninh Binh is also an opportunity for you to enjoy the beauty and ancient atmosphere of this sacred land of talented people.

Entrance fee: 20,000 VND/person

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2. Thung Nham Eco-Tourism Zone

Address: Hai Nham Hamlet, Nam Hoa Lu Ward, Ninh Binh Province

Thung Nham is the most ideal and attractive choice when you come to Ninh Binh. This place can satisfy all tourists whether they have the need for eco-tourism, resort tourism or pilgrimage and spiritual tourism.

Thung Nham eco-tourism zone converges all types of comprehensive tourism such as: magical cave system, diverse bird garden, ancient spiritual cluster, brilliant flower island, rich garden with professional resort, culinary and event organization services.

The most special is the largest natural bird garden in the North – home to 46 species of birds, including rare species such as cranes and phoenixes. Visitors can explore by road or boat, especially at sunset, when flocks of birds follow each other to fly back to their nests, creating a poetic and lively natural scene.

The mysterious cave system includes: Vai Gioi Cave associated with the ritual of worshiping the sky, divided into three floors symbolizing Hell – Earth – Heaven. From the top, you can see the whole view of Thung Nham mountains and forests; But Cave with magical stalactites, associated with folk legends; and Tien Ca Cave is a shimmering space like entering a fairy tale world.

Thung Nham is also a place where nature harmonizes with cultural and spiritual imprints with a quiet spiritual worship cluster. Goi Dai Temple worships Tam Toa Thanh Mau, Linh Than Mieu is associated with generals of the Dinh Dynasty and the moving banyan tree – a thousand-year-old tree, said to move by itself over time, all creating a journey of discovery that is both sacred and mysterious.

Not only does it have beautiful natural scenery, Thung Nham also attracts visitors with its brilliant flower paradise with flower gardens blooming all year round, along with cool green gardens, where visitors can enjoy seasonal fruits right in the garden, bringing a close and relaxing experience.

Thung Nham when night falls

Accommodation services at Thung Nham are diverse, from communal stilt houses to private rooms or luxurious Thien Dieu Villas, designed in harmony with nature, providing an ideal resort space. In addition, the culinary area with a system of 5 restaurants can accommodate up to 1,000 guests, serving specialties such as steamed goat with perilla, steamed duck with sticky rice, steamed grass carp… along with that, cafes and bars such as Hill Café, Lake Café, Truc Dinh, Jade Bar… bring a wonderful relaxing space in the middle of nature.

Thung Nham is also an ideal place for MICE events with professional meeting space, modern sound system and projection screen. In addition, the resort also has many outdoor event areas, team building activities, the largest swimming pool in Ninh Binh and BBQ party services, meeting all the needs of tourists.

Entrance fee:

Adults and children from 1.3 m: 150,000 VND/person/turn
Children (1 m-1.3 m): 100,000 VND/person/turn
Children under 1 m: Free.

(Including bird garden boat ticket and Hang But boat ticket)

3. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

Address: Tay Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province.

Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex (Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh) is the first and only dual world heritage site in Southeast Asia, notable for its majestic natural scenery and profound historical value. Covering an area of 6,172 hectares, surrounded by a buffer zone of 6,268 hectares, it possesses a rich ecosystem with limestone mountains, mysterious cave systems and many important historical relics.

The limestone mountain system is 250 million years old, has undergone many geological and climatic changes, creating unique shapes, contributing to the spectacular natural picture. Not only attractive for its wild beauty, Trang An is also associated with the heroic history of the nation when it was chosen by King Dinh Tien Hoang as a rampart to protect the capital Hoa Lu. Coming here, visitors will enjoy the captivating natural picture and have moments of peace and relaxation with a unique spiritual cultural space.

Ticket price:

Adults and children from 1.3 m: 250,000 VND/person/time
Children (1 m-1.3 m): 100,000 VND/person/time
Children under 1 m: Free.

Photo: Internet

Trang An – Tam Coc scenic complex is ranked as a special national monument and has been classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO.

4. Tam Coc – Bich Dong

Address: Dam Khe hamlet, Nam Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province.

Tam Coc means “three caves,” including Ca Cave, Hai Cave and Ba Cave, formed by the Ngo Dong River winding through the mountain. Ca Cave is the longest (127 m), standing out with shimmering stalactites. Hai Cave is smaller (60 m), with a ceiling with stalactites shaped like a mother’s milk dripping with water. Ba Cave is the shortest but cool, creating a relaxing feeling like Da Lat. Tam Coc is most beautiful during the rice harvest season (May – June), when the golden fields spread out.

Meanwhile, Bich Dong is known as “Nam Thien De Nhi Dong” with its pristine, peaceful beauty. Bich Dong Pagoda has ancient Vietnamese architecture, consisting of three pagodas (Ha, Trung, Thuong) on the mountainside and three caves (Bich Dong, Dong Toi, Xuyen Thuy Dong). This is a gem in the middle of nature, blending spirituality and charming scenery.

Entrance fee:

Ticket for seniors and children from 1 – 1.3m: 120,000 VND/person.
Adult ticket: 250,000 VND/person.
Ticket for children under 1m: free
Ticket price to Bich Dong Pagoda: Free

(Including entrance ticket to Tam Coc – Bich Dong scenic spot and boat ticket.)

5. Mua Cave

Address: Khe Dau Ha hamlet, Ninh Nhat commune, Ninh Binh province.

Mua Cave is located at the foot of Mua Mountain in the Trang An Eco-tourism Complex, located in Khe Dau Ha hamlet, Ninh Nhat commune, Ninh Binh.

The highlight of this tourist destination, in addition to the beautiful scenery, is the road leading to the top of Mua Mountain, built in the style of the Great Wall of China with nearly 500 stone steps.

From the top of Mua Mountain, visitors can admire the entire beauty of Tam Coc, a famous scenic spot in Ninh Binh. According to legend, when King Tran returned to Hoa Lu to establish Thai Vi Temple, he often came here to listen to the beautiful women and concubines dance and sing. Therefore, this place was named Mua Cave.

Ticket price: 100,000 VND/person.

Photo: Internet

6. Thach Bich – Thung Nang

Address: Dam Khe hamlet, Nam Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province.

Thung Nang is a Ninh Binh tourist destination that attracts visitors with its ripe rice fields or emerald green rivers.

True to its name, the sun shines everywhere, from the branches and leaves, the rustic thatched roofs along the shore, down to the bottom of the water, creating a brilliant and peaceful scene.

Thung Nang is divided into the outer Thung Nang of 3 hectares and the inner Thung Nang of more than 5 hectares, connected by a system of caves in the mountains, with low ceilings and stalactites hanging down in a variety of different shapes.

Ticket price:

Entrance fee: 15,000 VND/adult and 5,000 VND/child
Boat ticket: 60,000 VND/person

7. Dong Chuong Lake

Address: Border area of Quynh Luu commune and Phu Long commune, Ninh Binh province.

Dong Chuong Lake – Green Pine Camp is a natural freshwater lake.

The lake’s scenery is quite wild and quiet, surrounded by pine hills reflecting their shadows, creating a cool and poetic space in the middle of the great mountains and forests. Near Dong Chuong Lake, there are Ba Tua waterfall and Chin Suoi stream, along the lake are pine hills and Troi pond, a pond on a high hill with clear water but never dry.

Since 2008, Ninh Binh tourism industry has opened Dong Chuong Lake eco-tourism area here, including many projects: yacht area, entertainment area, stilt house resort, sports area, camping.

Ticket price:

Ticket price for sightseeing by bike/walking: 𝟏𝟓𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 VND/adult
Ticket price for sightseeing by tram: 𝟐𝟓𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 VND/adult

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Photo: Soai Pham

8. Bai Dinh Pagoda

Address: Bai Dinh Mountain, Tay Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province

Bai Dinh Pagoda is located on National Highway 38B, in Tay Hoa Lu ward, about 15km from Hoa Lu ward. This is a large pagoda complex known for holding the most records in Asia and Vietnam.

The Bai Dinh Pagoda complex currently includes an ancient pagoda and a new pagoda built in 2003. Not only is it a sacred place, it also impresses with its majestic, majestic architecture and unique scenery such as: Bao Thap, 100m high Maitreya Buddha statue, Bell Tower, Buddha Temple, Release Life Lake… Therefore, this is definitely an indispensable destination in your travel guide.

Ticket price:

Electric car ticket: 30,000 VND/person/trip.
Tour guide ticket: 300,000 VND/ tour.
Bao Thap entrance ticket: 50,000 VND/ person.

9. Cuc Phuong National Park

Address: Cuc Phuong Commune, Ninh Binh Province.

Cuc Phuong National Park (or Cuc Phuong Forest) is the first national park in Vietnam, located on the border of the three regions of the Northwest, the Red River Delta and the North Central Coast in three provinces: Ninh Binh, Hoa Binh, Thanh Hoa.

This national park plays an important role in the conservation of rare and endangered animals. Coming to Cuc Phuong Forest, you will admire and learn about the rich flora and fauna system typical of tropical rainforests.

Besides, you will have the opportunity to participate in eco-tourism activities, resorts, campfires, adventures or cultural – historical research.

Ticket price:

Adults: 60,000 VND/time
Students: 20,000 VND/time
Children: 10,000 VND/time

Photo: Internet

10. Hoa Lu Ancient Town

Hoa Lu Ancient Town is located in the Ky Lan – Silver Pagoda Mountain area, on Tran Hung Dao street, Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province. Inspired by Dai Viet culture in the 10th century, this place recreates the beauty of ancient architecture and culture, open for free for visitors to visit, shop and enjoy unique art activities. The walking street is decorated with colorful lanterns, creating an impressive sparkling space.

This place displays handicraft products from Ninh Binh craft villages, attracting a large number of tourists. The highlight is Tu An tower in the middle of Ky Lan lake, shining magically every night. With the desire to preserve and promote the culture of the ancient capital, this place often organizes art exhibitions, folk games, ethnic cultural programs and water puppetry on major holidays.

Ticket price:

Sightseeing boat ticket (maximum 5 people): 100,000 VND/ adult, 80,000 VND/ child from 1m to 1m3.
VIP boat ticket (with roof, maximum 9 people): 150,000 VND/ adult, 100,000 VND/ child from 1m to 1m3.

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Favored by Mother Nature, Ninh Binh tourist destinations are extremely diverse, allowing you to admire the beautiful scenery, visit caves, visit beaches and ancient historical sites. So what are you waiting for? Come to Ninh Binh today!