Hồng Bàng district

Hồng Bàng district is the historic and administrative core of Hai Phong, where French colonial influences are most visible. The centerpiece is the Opera House, a stunning neoclassical building facing the main square, Quảng trường Nhà hát Lớn. Nearby, tree-lined boulevards are flanked by colonial-era villas, government buildings, and the city's oldest churches. Visitors can walk through the square, admire the architecture, and feel the city's history as a major port under French rule. The district also houses museums and the iconic Hai Phong Railway Station.

Don't miss

• Admire the French colonial architecture of the Hai Phong Opera House and its surrounding square.
• Walk along Điện Biên Phủ street to see preserved colonial villas and government buildings.
• Visit the Hai Phong Museum for insights into the city's history and culture.

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Hồng Bàng district

Cheapest way inHoi An - Danang - Hue: Private Car via Hai Van Pass and More4.9★ · 101 travelers3–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$12 per personSee dates →Best full dayEasy Rider Motorbike Tour via Hai Van Pass From DaNang/HoiAn/Hue5★ · 1,810 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$56 per personSee dates →Private & flexibleHai Phong City Historical and Food Tour5★ · 19 travelers~13 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →