With stretches of rice fields, karst landscape and friendly people, Ninh Bình is a peaceful retreat in the heart of Vietnam. Although a comparatively lesser-known destination in the country, Ninh Bình is gaining fame as a major hub for adventure and nature lovers.
Ninh Bình is all about natural beauty. One such place to connect closely with nature is Tam Cốc – located right outside the city. Here, you can hop on a boat for sweeping views of rice paddies backdropped by hilly mounds and lush greenery as you glide past limestone caves and palm-lined river banks. Another site outside Ninh Bình that teems with natural beauty is the wetlands of Van Long Nature Reserve. The marshes offer excellent birdwatching opportunities. And if you're in luck, you can spot the endangered Delacour's Langur too.
During your Ninh Bình trip, make sure to visit the Phat Diem Cathedral, located just a few kilometres away from the city centre. Surrounded by canals and rice paddies, this 19th-century cathedral was once the primary place of worship in the area. If you want to know more about the cultural side of the city, head to Bai Dinh Pagoda – an extensive complex housing one of the largest golden Buddha statues in Asia. This holy place hosts a variety of religious and cultural events, including the important day of Vesak and the International Conference on Spiritual Tourism in 2013.
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Most popular time to visit | October–December |
Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
Local currency | US$1 = 20.93 Kč |
Language | Vietnamese |
Average weekend price | 779 Kč per night |
Average weekday price | 762 Kč per night |
Typical stay | 1 night |
The view is stunning.
14 July 2025
The view is stunning. I was shocked of how beautiful and cleaned this city is. You can enjoy cycling around the city under the quiet, historic and cultural atmosphere. At the famous landmarks, there was no scam or shoving, hustling, jostling. The goat meat in Ninh Binh is so delicious
Overall, the experience was very good.
20 June 2025
Overall, the experience was very good. Trang An and Mua Cave were absolutely must-visit places—stunning and unforgettable. If there’s one small note, I found that prices around Tam Coc were a little higher compared to Trang An, but it didn’t take away from the overall enjoyment of the trip.
My visit to Ninh Binh was only to visit Cuc Phuong National...
9 June 2025
My visit to Ninh Binh was only to visit Cuc Phuong National Park and I caught the end of the butterfly migration which was an exceptional, never to be forgotten experience. The nearest ATM to Wyndham Grand is only a 5 minute drive away but it is advisiable to bring cash to pay taxi drivers, shops and the National Park entrance fee. Taxis are easy to arrange and fairly reasonably priced. It is common to agree a price for a round trip and often the driver will wait for you, sometimes for several hours.
Hoa Lu, the ancient capital is a great place to visit, pls...
4 June 2025
Hoa Lu, the ancient capital is a great place to visit, pls book the tour guide who can help you to understand the place, pls spend time for walking around, even climd up the mountain to see the whole landscape. We did have a great time and we enjoyed it a lot. Thung Nham is another place worth visiting, especially at 5pm when all the birds are flying back home, it is fantastic view to see and enjoy Night market with long walk along the river is another great experiences. The food, the people and the landscape of Ninh Binh: wonderful!
Ninh Binh was the best surprise of our entire trip to...
12 May 2025
Ninh Binh was the best surprise of our entire trip to Vietnam. It has everything—breathtaking landscapes, rich cultural sites, and an incredibly smooth travel infrastructure that made getting around a breeze. Trang An, in particular, offers the perfect mix of nature and heritage—it truly captures the magic of the region. This area is an absolute must on any Vietnam itinerary. Honestly, it’s so impressive that there should be a direct international flight here to skip Hanoi altogether!
Spend some time here exploring and enjoying the serenity ,...
4 May 2025
Spend some time here exploring and enjoying the serenity , fun activities, interesting history and lovely food, especially the local goat dishes. a little cocktail bar in Trang an on the lake called Ume has great cocktails and happy 2 hours 4 to 6pm. Perfect for people watching 😋
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