Northern coastal travel is the top choice for many tourists seeking to escape the summer heat, enchanted by the raw and alluring beauty of these beaches.
Vietnam, stretching over 16 degrees of latitude, is blessed with hundreds of exquisite beaches from North to South. If you've heard of Phu Quoc, known as the pristine Emerald Island, or Da Nang with the famous My Khe Beach, this time, let's explore more about the beautiful beaches in the Northern region, equally captivating as the Maldives.
1. Beach on Coto Island-Quang Ninh

Crystal-clear sea of Coto Island (photo by st)
In recent years, Coto Island's sea has become extremely appealing to tourists due to its natural and untouched beauty. Coto boasts two stunning beaches, Van Chay and Hong Van, with smooth white sands, clear blue waters, and playful waves.
Visiting Coto, we are not only immersed in the sea's beauty but also enchanted by the vibrant golden sunrise and the romantic purple sunset in the evening. A visit here guarantees unforgettable and delightful experiences. Coto Island coastal tourism also falls into the category of affordable northern coastal travel, as the expenses are budget-friendly for users.
2. Cat Ba Island Beach, Hai Phong

Cat Ba with its diverse and captivating island ecosystem (photo by st)
Although well-known for a long time, Cat Ba still maintains its natural and pristine beauty due to its isolation from the mainland. Here, the intertwining forests, seas, rivers, streams, mountains, hills, valleys, sandy beaches, and caves create a diverse and lively ecosystem that attracts tourists.
In Cat Ba, you can rent a tour boat to explore Lan Ha Bay, visit beaches like Cat Co, Ben Beo, Fairy Beach, or explore fascinating caves like Trung Trang, Hoa Cuong, and Thien Long. Rent a bike for an evening seaside stroll. If you have the opportunity to visit Cat Ba Island, make sure to experience these interesting activities.
3. Tra Co Beach - Mong Cai - Quang Ninh

Tra Co – one of Vietnam's longest beaches (photo by st)
Tra Co is located in the northeast of the country, in Quang Ninh province, about 8-9km from the Móng Cái - China border. With over 15km of coastline, Tra Co is one of the longest beaches in Vietnam. It is also the outer edge of a natural embankment formed by the impact of waves and coastal currents, creating a picturesque and attractive seascape. Here, if you want to savor fresh seafood, you can buy it right on the beach when fishermen return from their catches.
4. Ha Long Bay - Quang Ninh

Halong Bay – a natural wonder of the world (photo by st)
Undoubtedly a must-visit destination this summer, Ha Long is one of the 7 natural wonders of the world with many famous landmarks such as Drum Cave, Heavenly Palace Cave, Wooden Head Cave, Astonished Cave, Bai Chay Resort Area, Tuan Chau Island Resort, Titop Island, etc. Ha Long Bay owns numerous large and small islands, resulting in a variety of beautiful beaches and crystal-clear water.
5. Cua Lo Beach, Nghe An

Cua Lo Beach – a popular destination attracting many tourists every year (photo by st)
Cua Lo is one of the famous northern coastal tourist destinations that you should visit. The beach is about 16km from Vinh City, with a gentle slope, smooth white sand, and clear, unpolluted water. With a length of 8.2km and many small islands, the beach is divided into 3 areas to serve tourists. Cua Lo is also known for an interesting activity that everyone who has been here should try at least once – taking a boat to the sea to catch squid jumping at night.
6. Thien Cam Beach, Ha Tinh

Thien Cam – a must-visit northern coastal tourist destination (photo by st)
True to its name: Thien Cam - the 'heavenly harp,' is the most beautiful beach in Ha Tinh, located about 26km south of the city center. Thien Cam Beach is still relatively untouched, where the sound of waves crashing into the mountains creates a melodious symphony with stone bells and stone instruments echoing like a musical composition of heaven and earth. In addition to the beauty of the beach, Thien Cam also boasts nature's gifts of islands and mountains blending into a rare and picturesque landscape. This is also one of the enchanting beaches in the North that you should visit at least once.
The above are the most beautiful and famous northern coastal tourist destinations that vntrip.vn has compiled. Wishing you a joyful trip.
