Quang Ninh Museum
Overview
Spreading across nearly 24,000 m² along the stunning coastal road of Halong City, Quang Ninh Museum remains an essential destination for culture enthusiasts while also serving as an iconic spot for social media-savvy visitors. The museum's architecture, inspired by charcoal—Quang Ninh Province's hallmark mineral—features a striking façade that resembles a massive black mirror, inviting guests into its modern design.
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Highlights of Quang Ninh Museum
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The museum features two floors:
First Floor: This level houses a remarkable collection of whale skeletons and intricate models of traditional sailboats, offering insights into the region's maritime heritage.
Second Floor: Designed to echo the structure of a wooden boat, this floor showcases an extensive array of exhibits highlighting the region's culture, history, and various achievements. Additionally, the modern library housed here boasts over 100,000 titles, along with dedicated reading rooms, conference facilities, cafés, and interactive rooms specifically designed for children.
Useful Information
- Location: Quang Ninh Museum
- Best for: All visitors
- Entrance: Varies
- Hours: 9:00 to 11:30 and 14:00 - 16:00, Tuesday to Thursday
- Distance to city center: 26.9km (16.7 mi)
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Hidden in the aged forest is the solemn yet mystical range of ancient pagodas, holy relics, and sacred shrines of Yen Tu Religious Complex.
Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh
Located around 30km from Tuan Chau Pier, Yoko Onsen makes a good side trip for Halong Bay visitors.
Van Don Island
Van Don Island is around 50km from Halong City Center to the northeast. This is the largest island on Bai Tu Long Bay covering 600 islands with 20 ones inhabited by local people.
