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The entrance to the big Cao Linh pagoda located at Bac Ha, in the West of Hai Phong city, North Vietnam with many buddhas

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Overview

Northern Vietnam's most appealing city has a distinctly laid-back air with its tree-lined boulevards host to a bundle of colonial-era buildings. Caffeine-aficionado heaven, the central area buzzes with dinky cafes where tables spill out onto the pavements – perfect for people watching.

01 / Attractions

Must-see attractions

Queen of the Rosary Cathedral
Haiphong
Haiphong’s elegant Roman Catholic cathedral was built in the 19th century and comprehensively restored in 2010. The building’s grey towers are a local…
Opera House
Haiphong
With a facade embellished with white columns, Haiphong’s neoclassical Opera House dates from 1904. It's usually not possible to view the interior, but…
Haiphong Museum
Haiphong
In a splendid colonial building, this small museum concentrates on the city's history, with English translations on displays. The front hall's taxidermy…
Du Hang Pagoda
Haiphong
Du Hang Pagoda was founded three centuries ago. It’s been rebuilt several times, but remains a fine example of traditional Vietnamese architecture and…
Navy Museum
Haiphong
The Navy Museum is interesting for visiting sailors and US Vietnam veterans.