From jogging in the sunrise, breakfast with a strong sea flavor, to moments of "burning out" at the amusement park, then settling down in the high sunset and exploding emotions in the night festival space - Ha Long brings a complete journey in just one day.
Starting a new day with the rhythm of coastal life
Ha Long in the early morning brings a very different beauty - peaceful, fresh and energetic. As the sun gradually rises towards the horizon, the Bai Chay coastal road becomes an ideal rendezvous for those who love exercise. Running, cycling or simply strolling in the cool sea breeze, visitors can clearly feel the slow pace of life before the city enters the vibrant cycle of the new day.
After "awakening" the body, a breakfast with a strong local flavor is an unmissable choice. Banh cuon cha muc - a famous dish of Ha Long - impresses with its soft and smooth cake layer, combined with crispy, chewy, fragrant and sweet mashed cha muc, typical of Gulf seafood.
This is not just a dish, but also a way for tourists to touch local culinary culture. One of the places to enjoy this dish that cannot be missed is Gốc Bàng squid spring rolls in Hòn Gai area, attracting both tourists and locals.
At the end of the morning, many tourists choose to stop at coastal coffee shops or rooftops to sip coffee and admire the bay in the gentle sunshine.
If you are a person who likes to take virtual living photos, tourists can find "yacht hunting" locations that are becoming a trend in Ha Long such as the square area, Le Thanh Tong street and some cafes on Dang Ba Hat street in Hon Gai ward along with Ngon Hai Dang area, Ha Long international port, Hau Can street... belonging to Bai Chay tourist area, Bai Chay ward.
Noon - afternoon: "Party hard" at Sun World Ha Long
If the morning is a relaxing time, then from noon to afternoon is when Ha Long "heats up" with the large-scale Sun World Ha Long entertainment complex. Two typical entertainment spaces, Water Park and Dragon Park, will meet diverse needs from relaxation to conquering thrills.
Water Park is currently open from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on weekdays and from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekends, modernly invested with 3 sub-areas and 11 water games categories. Prominent among them is the thrill area with games such as Riding Dragons Over Waterfalls, Tsunami or Tropical Storm.
Besides, the games Tornado, Pirate Island, Giant Lightning also attract a large number of players thanks to the impressive slide design. The remaining two sub-zones are for families and young children with Magical Island and Distracted River - where visitors can relax on floats around the park.
Meanwhile, Dragon Park is a destination for those who love thrilling games. With an area of about 23ha, the park is divided into 3 distinct game areas, highlighted by the Phi Long Than Toc roller coaster reaching speeds of up to 105 km/h, along with games such as Theo Dau Chan Rong or Vong Xoay Tu Than bringing a powerful spinning experience.
At the same time, the family and children's play area with Tropical Boats or Fairy Tale Trains bring relaxing and light moments.
Admire the entire bay from the Queen cable car
When the sunlight begins to soften, taking the Queen cable car becomes an unmissable experience. The "flying" journey through Cua Luc Bay takes visitors to the top of Ba Deo - where you can take a panoramic view of Ha Long with thousands of majestic limestone islands.
In the moment of sunset, the bay seems to put on a golden coat, creating a scene that is both majestic and romantic. This is also an ideal time to check-in or enjoy a relaxing space, admiring Ha Long shimmering and magical when lit up.
At the top of Ba Deo, the Sun Wheel continues to bring an impressive panoramic view. The project includes 64 cabins, with a capacity of about 1,200 passengers/hour, each rotation lasts about 20 minutes, allowing visitors to fully admire the beauty of Ha Long Bay from a height of 215 m above sea level.
Sleepless" with the VUI-Fest Ha Long series of events
When night falls, Ha Long enters a completely different "version" - more vibrant, brilliant and experienced than ever before, with the focus being the VUI-Fest Ha Long night market which will open on April 25.
Located in the Bai Chay area, VUI-Fest is developed as a night market - festival - entertainment complex, inspired by the image of "prosperous trading port". The highlight is the 3D Mapping show "Long Van Khanh Hoi" at the Lighthouse to be launched in early May, where lighting and sound technology recounts the story of the heritage area in a vivid way.
Besides, there is a series of DJ, dancer and street art performances, turning the entire space into a "nightlife stage" by the bay.
In particular, art fireworks were organized with the performance of 6 red sailboats on the sea surface and thousands of lighting effects illuminating the Ha Long sky every night, creating an impressive visual experience for tourists.
Not only stopping at entertainment, VUI-Fest Ha Long is also a gathering place for cuisine and culture, with booths designed like creative "trade stations", where visitors can explore local cuisine, enjoy craft beer or shop for unique handicrafts.
