Tourism

The Ninh Binh provincial People’s Committee on September 10 organised a tourism promotion conference, the second of its kind, in Osaka, Japan.

The northern province of Ninh Binh has stepped up management and provided training courses for tour guides and warnings to protect tourists when exploring primitive forests and minimise possible accidents.

With its spectacular natural scenery and ethnic villages rich in distinctive local culture, the mountain town of Sa Pa in Viet Nam has risen to sixth place in the ranking of Asia’s top mountain and small-town destinations.

Xuan Thuy National Park in Ninh Binh province is one of the three national parks of Vietnam recognised as an ASEAN Heritage Park at the 18th ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on the Environment (AMME-18) in Langkawi, Malaysia.

The northern province of Ninh Binh welcomed over 420,000 during the four-day National Day holidays from August 31 to September 2.

This year’s National Day holiday lasts four days, with a sharp rise in travel demand. The capital Ha Noi, with numerous activities marking the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and the National Day (September 2), has drawn large numbers of visitors. Many people have returned to visit the capital while combining their trips with tours to other destinations in the northern region.

Green Tourism Criteria (VITA Green) will not only be a certification but a genuine green passport for Vietnamese tourism enterprises, aiming for an integrated green tourism ecosystem that is globally connected yet distinctly Vietnamese.

Hanoi’s tourism sector has activated a package of 80 new tourism offerings to showcase its cultural heritage while celebrating the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution (August 19) and National Day (September 2), according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

The visa exemption policy continues to expand, bringing a fresh wave of international visitors to Viet Nam. Not only does this create new opportunities for growth, but it also fuels the aspiration to upgrade infrastructure, services, and experiences so that every journey to Viet Nam becomes an unforgettable experience.

Thung Nham Bird Park in Nam Hoa Lu ward, Ninh Binh province, is the largest natural bird park in northern Vietnam, home to 46 bird species. It lies within the core zone of the Trang An Landscape Complex a UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage site inscribed in 2014.

The northern province of Ninh Binh will organise a series of cultural, culinary and music activities to attract visitors during the National Day holidays, which will last from August 30 to September 2.

The coastal estuarine alluvial area of Xuan Thuy National Park in Ninh Binh province is the first wetland in Southeast Asia to be recognised as internationally important under the Ramsar Convention.

Bai Dinh Pagoda is the only in the list to be granted the green-tick status, indicating the site's remarkable credibility among international visitors.

Dong Chuong lake is located about 30km from the centre of Ninh Binh city. With fresh air and nature, this place has become an ideal destination, attracting tourists who want to enjoy and immerse themselves in nature.

Ninh Binh province welcomed 14.7 million holidaymakers and earned over 13.34 trillion VND (580 million USD) in revenue in the first seven months of 2025, the Department of Tourism reported.

Through cooperation with renowned film directors and photographers from India and the US, Ninh Binh province has stepped up tourism promotion with an ambition to become a global destination of cinema, photography and festival.

The total number of international tourist arrivals to Viet Nam in the first six months of 2025 is estimated at 10,664,608, an increase of 20.7% compared to the same period in 2024. Domestic tourism is estimated at 77.5 million arrivals. Total revenue from tourism is estimated at 518 trillion VND.

With the goal of developing tourism ecosystem in a smart manner, Ninh Binh province’s tourism sector has stepped up the application of digital technology and artificial intelligence to improve visitors’ experiences and connect tourism value chain.

Since January 2025, Ninh Binh has hosted six marathons, pulling in thousands of runners from Vietnam and abroad.