Nguyen Trai Park

Hai Phong Shangri-La Resort is a top choice just steps from Nguyen Trai Park, offering spacious family rooms with kids' play zones and on-site childcare services. The park’s morning rituals—such as tai chi sessions and lion dances—are visible from the hotel’s garden terrace. Book a river-view suite for panoramic views of the pond and fountain, and enjoy complimentary shuttle service to downtown. The hotel also provides curated local experiences like traditional tea ceremonies and night market food tours through the HopeGoo app

Nguyen Trai Street Market Bistro offers authentic Hai Phong fish sauce vermicelli, prepared daily with a secret spice blend and served in bamboo bowls. Nearby, Riverside Pavilion Café overlooks the park’s lake, serving locally roasted coffee and handmade coconut cakes. Both family-run spots feature rustic charm and live folk music on weekends. Guests staying at Hai Phong Shangri-La Resort receive a free map highlighting hidden alley eateries and seasonal street food events

Staying at Hai Phong Shangri-La Resort or Riverside Serenity Hotel grants direct access to the park’s main square, where annual events like Lunar New Year lion dances, Mid-Autumn lantern displays, and city anniversary parades take place. These hotels offer festival packages including reserved seating, guided tours, and exclusive souvenirs. Some rooms even feature an event alert system that notifies guests of real-time updates on performances and interactive workshops

Hai Phong Shangri-La Resort’s Lakeside Balcony Rooms provide unobstructed views of the central fountain and century-old banyan tree. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame the park’s morning mist and evening light shows. Each room includes smart blackout shades and access to a private courtyard garden. Guests also enjoy 24/7 concierge service and a complimentary local experience guidebook featuring hidden cultural gems around the park

The Nguyen Trai Bridge is a prime photo spot, especially during golden hour when sunlight reflects off the water below. For artistic shots, explore the Old Town Stone Pathway, which connects the park to the Hai Phong History Museum, lined with colonial-era carvings and traditional statues. Rent a free bicycle from Riverside Serenity Hotel and glide along the shaded loop trail, capturing soft-lit scenes of morning fog and afternoon dappled shadows—perfect for bohemian-style photography

Walk 7 minutes to Hai Phong Central Bus Station, where multiple routes connect directly to the city center and port area. For convenience, book a private electric shuttle through your hotel—available at Hai Phong Shangri-La Resort and Riverside Serenity Hotel—with a 10-minute ride and no traffic delays. All guest packages include a free transit pass and digital guide to ferry schedules and major landmarks