Short answer
Head to the caves, browse the market, get a massage, and if the rain is light and the sea calm, consider your boat trip anyway: the mist makes the bay atmospheric.
01Ideas
- Hospital Cave. Indoor history in a dry, sheltered place.
- Trung Trang Cave. Stalactites near the national park.
- Cat Ba market. Fish, fruit and local life.
- Massage and spa. Plenty of options in town.
- Cafés. Vietnamese coffee with a view of the harbour.
- Cooking sessions. Some hotels and boats offer simple cooking classes; ask your hotel.
- A boat in light rain. Mist on the karsts can be beautiful, as long as there is no storm warning.
02When to stay put
During storm warnings, follow official advice, avoid the water and cliff paths, and stay indoors. See Safety.
?Questions people ask
Do boat trips run in the rain?
Yes, in light rain. They are cancelled during storm warnings and strong winds.