Located along the southern coast of Vietnam, Nha Trang is recommended by Travel + Leisure as a tropical paradise for travelers seeking sun, sand and adventure. The city has an endless coastline, with countless beaches and pristine islands ideal for diving.
At the same time, this place is also known by gourmets as the "seafood capital of Vietnam". Nha Trang has the freshest supply of fish and shellfish. Travel + Leisure affirms that Nha Trang is a must-see destination in Vietnam.
Below are some activities suggested by American travel magazines when coming to Nha Trang:
Spend the weekend having fun at VinWonders Nha Trang
Inspired by Disneyland, VinWonders offers a wide range of attractions, from roller coasters to immersive musicals, water parks and safaris. This is a large amusement park located on the picturesque Hon Tre Island.
To get to this amusement park, visitors take a cable car from Nha Trang to the island, enjoying the beautiful panoramic view of the ocean. There are also countless entertainment and discovery activities for visitors to spend the whole day such as water parks, zoos, roller coasters...
The park is open 24/7, except for some game areas and the water park which closes at 10pm. Tickets start at VND950,000/adult.
Visit the islands
Nha Trang is surrounded by a number of tropical islands offering wonderful experiences such as Hon Tre Island, Hon Mun Island, Monkey Island, Hon Tam Island, Diep Son Island... Each island has its own characteristics and diverse ecosystems for visitors to explore.
Diving
Nha Trang is rich in marine life, so the best way to explore it is by scuba diving or snorkeling. Some guided tours will take you deep into the fascinating underwater world, admiring marine life such as clownfish, barracuda, grouper, sea turtles, angelfish, butterflyfish...
Relax on the sunny golden beach
Along Tran Phu Street is the beautiful beach in Nha Trang, where locals and tourists gather to relax and have fun every day. In addition, Nha Trang also has many other beaches such as Duong Beach, Hon Noi, Hon Tam, Nhu Tien... just a few kilometers from the city center.
Mud bath
One of the popular activities in Nha Trang is mud bathing. Visitors can bathe in warm water with detoxifying mud to rejuvenate their bodies after a short or long trip here. The minerals in the mud help exfoliate the skin and relax the muscles.
Eat seafood
According to Travel + Leisure, Nha Trang is known as the best seafood center in Vietnam.
"Local street-style shops line the north side of Tran Phu Bridge, selling seafood in all its forms - fresh, steamed, stir-fried... These shops are not like regular restaurants, you have to choose the type of seafood you want, from crab, clams, shrimp, squid, shellfish and more. Then the waiter will charge you by the weight of the fish and ask you how you want it cooked," the US travel site wrote.
Popular Nha Trang delicacies you should try include: jellyfish noodles, grilled spring rolls, banh can, Lac Canh beef...
Admire Long Son Pagoda and Ponagar Tower
Travel + Leisure magazine recommends that visitors explore the cultural side of Nha Trang through Long Son Pagoda and Ponagar Tower. These two monuments are symbols of the cultural beliefs and religions that have shaped the city over the years.
Located in the city center, Long Son Pagoda is home to one of the largest seated Buddha statues. The pagoda is located on high ground, has a panoramic view of Nha Trang and is open all day, with free admission.
Ponagar Tower is a Cham temple, telling the story of the ancient Cham people. Located on the top of Cu Lao hill, two kilometers from the city center, the tower is open from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with an entrance fee of 30,000 VND.
