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Hanoi is a city of ancient charm and tranquility. When visiting Hanoi tourism, besides the tourist attractions in downtown Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature, Long Bien Bridge, tourists can also explore other famous tourist destinations near Hanoi that are beloved by many visitors like: Cua Lo and Cat Ba Island
2 Seaside Tourist Destinations for Relaxation near Hanoi
Cua Lo
Experience the Tranquil Beauty of Cua Lo Beach
Cua Lo Beach is one of the stunning beaches located in North Central Vietnam, in Cua Lo town, Nghe An province, approximately 300 km from the capital city, Hanoi. Travelers from Hanoi can reach Cua Lo by various means of transportation such as cars, boats, trains, or motorcycles.
The tourist area of Cua Lo with its renowned Cua Lo Beach lies on the coast of the East Sea, nestled between two sea gates: Cua Lo and Cua Hoi. Cua Lo Beach boasts a gentle slope, smooth white sand, clear and clean water, and above the beach are vast pine forests with coconut groves. The seawater here is very salty. Therefore, Cua Lo is one of the ideal beaches for tourists when traveling to Hanoi for a 3-day, 2-night trip.
Besides enjoying the sea at Cua Lo Beach, tourists can also explore Lan Chau Island located right next to Cua Lo Beach. From here, tourists can admire the panoramic view of Cua Lo town and gaze over the vast sea. Experience Song Ngư Island, located about 4km from the shore, shaped like 2 giant fish sheltering Cua Lo Beach and Cua Hoi. Moreover, this is the habitat of a rich and diverse ecosystem both on land and underwater. Or conquer Quynh Mai mountain located about 20km from the coast, 218m high above sea level. Tourists can visit Hon Lon and Hon Con, two famous spots not to be missed when visiting Quynh Mai.
Indulge in Coastal Cuisine Delights
After concluding the nature exploration program and cultural experiences, tourists traveling to Cua Lo with affordable tour packages can also enjoy the flavors of Central coastal cuisine such as anchovy fish sauce, crab porridge, various squid dishes, 7-course fish, steamed mantis shrimp with tamarind sauce, clam porridge, eel porridge, and more.
Discover Cat Ba Island
Cat Ba is the largest island among over 1,000 islands in Ha Long Bay. For a long time, domestic travelers have known Cat Ba as an ideal tourist destination in the North.
