What are the best things to do in Haiphong?
Top picks in Haiphong include Hai Phong City Museum, Military Zone III Museum, Naval Museum, Elephant Mountain An Lao. See the full list and itinerary on this Haiphong travel guide.
Photo: HP1992 · CC BY-SA 4.0
Why visit Haiphong
Travel guide for Haiphong, Vietnam — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Haiphong is a stop in Vietnam, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 3 days. If time is short, prioritise Hai Phong City Museum, Military Zone III Museum, Naval Museum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 30–90 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: November–March for cooler, drier conditions. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Haiphong
1
Hai Phong City Museum
2
Military Zone III Museum
3
Naval Museum
4
Elephant Mountain An Lao
5
Thai Mieu (Imperial Ancestral Shrine)
6
Kiep Bac Temple
7
Chua Lan Pagoda
8
Hoa Yen Pagoda relic cluster
Budget travel
Free things to do in Haiphong
Thai Mieu (Imperial Ancestral Shrine)
Kiep Bac Temple
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Haiphong itinerary (3 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Hai Phong City Museum
- Visit Military Zone III Museum
- Visit Naval Museum
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Elephant Mountain An Lao
- Visit Thai Mieu (Imperial Ancestral Shrine)
- Visit Kiep Bac Temple
- 3
Day 3
More highlights
- Visit Chua Lan Pagoda
- Visit Hoa Yen Pagoda relic cluster
Budget
Haiphong trip cost
Budget
USD 15–35
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 30–90
per person / day
Luxury
USD 105–170+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Haiphong, Vietnam. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Haiphong
Estimated total (USD)
$1,760
≈ $880 per person · $251 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $55/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Haiphong mid-range ground costs (budget 15–35 · mid 30–90 · luxury 105–170+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Classic Hoang Long Hotel
This is an exceptional hotel, in perhaps the tallest building in Haiphong. The bar/restaurant on the 17th floor has panoramic views of the c
Imperial Boat Hotel
New centrally located luxury hotel.
Somerset Central TD Hai Phong City
This property offers studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments. Facilities include a gymnasium, outdoor swimming pool, children’s play
Nightlife
- Haiphong Brewery
- Amber bar
Museums & culture
- Hai Phong City Museum
- Military Zone III Museum
- Naval Museum
- Thai Mieu (Imperial Ancestral Shrine)
- Kiep Bac Temple
In pictures
Haiphong gallery
Photos: HP1992, 06-MADAM_LE_CHAN_STATUE.jpg: HoangTuanAnh derivative work: Phó Nháy (talk), Phó Nháy, Minhvnhp, Tran Anh Khoa (zorrotran) — via Wikimedia Commons
Good to know
Haiphong travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Haiphong?
November–March for cooler, drier conditions.
How many days do I need in Haiphong?
Plan at least 3 days in Haiphong for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Haiphong?
Popular stays in Haiphong include Classic Hoang Long Hotel, Imperial Boat Hotel, Somerset Central TD Hai Phong City. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Haiphong cost?
On the ground in Haiphong (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 15–35 per person per day, mid-range about 30–90, and luxury about 105–170+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Haiphong, Vietnam. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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