Best time to visit Haiphong, Hai Phong
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Best Time to Visit · Sep 19 – Dec 8
For Haiphong, Hai Phong, our top-ranked travel window runs Sep 19 – Dec 8 based on typical historical weather across multiple years—not a live forecast. During this period, typical conditions score fair for seasonal fit and comfortable for absolute comfort. Expect roughly 23.3°C avg, 3.1mm avg, 2.3m/s avg on average across the window.
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Nov 9, 2026 – Nov 16, 2026
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About this place
Haiphong (Hải Phòng) is Vietnam's third-largest city and a major port located at the delta of the Red River in northern Vietnam. Its deep-water port has been a hub of commerce for centuries, from ancient opium trading to French colonial-era shipping, and remains a vital industrial and transport center today.
Beyond its port, Haiphong offers a mix of cultural sites, coastal escapes, and authentic Vietnamese cuisine. It's a practical gateway to nearby UNESCO-listed religious monuments and the island of Cat Ba, making it a useful stop for travelers exploring the Red River Delta region.
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Things to Do
- Take a hydrofoil from the city center to Cat Ba Island for coastal scenery, hiking, and Lan Ha Bay boat trips.
- Visit Đồ Sơn Beach, about 20 km southeast of Haiphong, via local bus from Lạch Tray Street.
- Sample local seafood, including bánh đa cua (crab noodle soup), bánh bèo (steamed rice cakes with meat), and bún tôm (shrimp noodle soup).
- Try bánh mì que (ultra-thin mini-baguettes stuffed with pork pâté and dipped in chili, tomato, and garlic sauce).
- Enjoy local brews like Hai Phong Beer (from 6,000 dong per glass) at street-side stalls.
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Things to See
- Explore the Yen Tu-Vinh Nghiem-Con Son, Kiep Bac Complex of Monuments and Landscapes — a UNESCO-listed set of 12 temples, shrines, and pagodas near Haiphong (listed in 2025).
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Best Time to Visit
- Spring (late March – late May): Warm weather, moderate rainfall, and lower humidity; a top travel window.
- Autumn (late October – late November): Mild temperatures, less precipitation, and comfortable conditions for exploring.
- Winter (December – February): Cooler and drier, though temperatures can dip; suitable for those who prefer mild weather.
- Summer (June – September): Hot, rainy, and humid; beach activities are still possible but expect frequent showers.
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Planning Tips
- To reach Haiphong from Hanoi, consider a shared taxi or airport transfer for about US$80 one way; lower rates may be available by contacting local companies directly.
- When traveling to Cat Ba Island, buy ferry and hydrofoil tickets at the official terminal to avoid inflated prices from touts.
- Local buses from Lạch Tray Street serve Đồ Sơn Beach for about 17,000 dong.
- Haiphong Beer and Lipton Iced Tea are popular local drinks; try them at street stalls for an authentic experience.
- Ferries and hydrofoils to Cat Ba depart from the city center at Ben Binh Street; fares can be up to 100,000 dong.
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