Ninh Binh Map & Distances

Understand the layout and plan efficient routes between attractions

Ninh Binh's attractions are spread across the province in several distinct zones. Understanding the geography helps you plan efficient itineraries. View Ninh Binh on Google Maps for an interactive overview. The area is part of the UNESCO Trang An Landscape Complex. Also see Trang An on the map and Tam Coc on the map. For travel tips, check Wikivoyage and Vietnam Tourism. Here's a complete overview of where everything is.

Tourist Zones

Tam Coc Zone (Tourist Hub)

The main tourist area with the most restaurants, accommodation, and services. Most attractions are within easy cycling distance.

Tam Coc Boat RideMua Cave (5 km)Bich Dong Pagoda (2 km)Thai Vi Temple (2 km)Thung Nham Bird Garden (6 km)

Trang An Zone (UNESCO Core)

The UNESCO heritage core area. Quieter accommodation, stunning scenery, and the biggest attractions.

Trang An Scenic ComplexHoa Lu Ancient Capital (3 km)Bai Dinh Pagoda (5 km)

Northern Zone

Off the beaten path. Wildlife, wetlands, and authentic village life. Requires motorbike or car.

Van Long Nature Reserve (20 km from city)Kenh Ga Floating Village

Western Zone

Vietnam's first national park. Day trip or overnight. Ancient forests and endangered wildlife.

Cuc Phuong National Park (45 km from city)

Southeastern Zone

Unique architectural gem combining Vietnamese and Western styles. Worth the journey for architecture enthusiasts.

Phat Diem Cathedral (25 km from city)

Distance Matrix

NB CityTam CocTrang AnHoa LuBai DinhMua CaveBich DongVan LongCuc Phuong
NB City-7 km8 km11 km15 km12 km9 km20 km45 km
Tam Coc7 km-10 km14 km18 km5 km2 km27 km50 km
Trang An8 km10 km-3 km5 km15 km12 km15 km40 km
Hoa Lu11 km14 km3 km-8 km18 km15 km12 km37 km
Bai Dinh15 km18 km5 km8 km-22 km20 km10 km35 km
Mua Cave12 km5 km15 km18 km22 km-3 km30 km55 km

Planning Your Routes

  • Day 1 combination: Hoa Lu + Trang An + Bai Dinh (all within 8 km of each other)
  • Day 2 combination: Tam Coc + Mua Cave + Bich Dong + Thai Vi (all within 5 km)
  • Day 3 options: Van Long (20 km north), Cuc Phuong (45 km west), or Phat Diem (25 km SE)
  • See our detailed itineraries for optimized day-by-day routes
  • For transport between zones, see our getting around guide
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