Top 10 things to see in nha trang năm 2024

Finding its place among the most scenic bays in the world, Nha Trang beach features six kms of stunning golden sands and turquoise waters. Vendors selling refreshments and knick-knacks line the beach, while an inflatable water park for children is located at the centre. This picturesque beach is best visited before 1 PM when the waves turn rough.

2. Hike to Ba Ho Waterfalls

18 km from city center 2 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Ba Ho Falls is a group of three waterfalls popular for cliff jumping. The bottom falls is the most crowded but easiest to reach by a half-hour trek through the lush green jungle. The other two waterfalls have a harder climb. Located at an hour's drive from Nha Trang, the scenic waterfalls also have a panoramic view of the surrounding. The serene pools bubbling at the end of the Ba Ho waterfalls are perfect for plunging into and relaxing.

3. Go Scuba Diving

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2 km from city center 3 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Often called the 'scuba diving hub of Vietnam', Nha Trang offers scuba divers three locations to choose from. The shallow sandy bottom of Moray beach makes it an excellent spot for training, and divers might even get to spot moray eels. The pinnacles at Hon Mun Marine Park go 50 meters below the sea surface, and the region is rich in macro and reef life. At Whale Island up north, seahorses, frogfish, stonefish, eagle rays, and stingrays can be spotted.

4. Explore Po Nagar Towers

3 km from city center 4 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

The Po Nagar Cham Towers are an ancient Hindu temple complex located on Mount Cu Lau. It is one of the oldest monumental structures in Vietnam built between the 8th and 11th centuries. The primary deity here is Po Nagar, or "The Mother of the Country". The compound has four red brick towers, of which the tallest North Tower features a beautiful 1.2 m tall statue of Yan Po Nagar sitting cross-legged. There is also a small museum displaying sculptures and stoneworks.

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5. See White Buddha at Long Son Pagoda

2 km from city center 5 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Long Son Pagoda is a beautiful 19th-century Buddhist temple located on the foothills of Trai Thuy mountain. The temple also functions as a monastery, featuring Taoist architecture and ornate sculptures of mythical animals. The main attraction here is the 24-meter-tall Buddha statue behind the temple. You need to walk steep steps to get to the top, but the view is breathtaking.

6. Relax at Bai Dai Beach

0 km from city center 6 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Also known as Bai Dai Beach, Long Beach is a clean and serene beach in Nha Trang. Rent an umbrella and sunbed, grab a coconut drink, and let the ambiance do the rest. Massages and refreshments are also available, along with seated restaurants. The beach is relatively clean and not very crowded.

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7. Tour Alexandre Yersin Museum

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1 km from city center 7 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

This small museum celebrates the life of French bacteriologist Dr. Alexandre Yersin. The museum was founded in 1999 and is located within his former home in Nha Trang. Yersin discovered the microbe that caused the Bubonic plague and was instrumental in bringing rubber and quinine medicine to the Vietnamese. The photographs, letters, laboratory equipment, and dioramas offer a fascinating glimpse into his life.

8. Shop & Eat At Nha Trang Night Market

0 km from city center 8 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Located at the intersection between Tran Phu and Hung Vuong streets, Nha Trang Night Market is studded with shops and stalls of all kinds. Chinese lamps hang from the wires above, giving the market a vibrant yet homely look. There are shops selling clothes, jewelry, shoes, accessories, decor items, handicraft items, gadgets, beauty products, and other souvenirs. It is also a haven for seafood lovers.

9. Vinpearl Land Amusement Park

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5 km from city center 9 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Vinpearl Land is an amusement and water park, often called Vietnam's Disneyland. You can go for the dolphin show and safari if you enjoy watching animals, or head to the Japanese garden and Flower dome to admire natural wonders. For adrenaline junkies, there is also a Ferris wheel and an alpine roller coaster ride. It can be reached by a cable car ride.

10. Day Trip to Thap Ba Hot Springs & Mud Baths

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86 km from city center 10 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

The Thap Ba Hot Springs and Mud Baths are a must-go for travelers seeking relaxing and therapeutic cleansing. It has a series of hot and cool pools, warm and relaxing mineral baths, a sauna, and a waterfall. The mud bath is believed to have healing properties. You can pay separately for everything and choose the services and treatments.

11. Enjoy Boat Cruise Trips

2 km from city center 11 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Mun, Mot, Mieu, and Tam form the famous ‘Four Island’ boat trip most people go for in Nha Trang. There are cruise liners offering more luxurious trips that usually include snorkeling, swimming, unlimited alcohol, and dinner. If you hire a chartered boat and hop from one island to another, expect to pay a lot more but have the convenience of spending as much time at each stop.

12. Go Snorkeling

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2 km from city center 12 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Clear waters and coral reefs make Nha Trang ideal for snorkeling. April to October is the best time for snorkeling, and snorkellers can sight pufferfish, butterflyfish, moray eels, and the corals the island is located above. Hon Lao’s shallow waters make it perfect for beginners, while Hon Mun’s deeper, clear water means snorkellers can sight a wide range of marine life. Whale Island offers diving and kayaking along with snorkeling.

13. Admire Nha Trang Cathedral

1 km from city center 13 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Also called the Stone Church, the Nha Trang Cathedral is one of the largest churches in Vietnam. It features several stained glass windows and a tall square clock tower. The French Gothic church also has a touch of Vietnamese culture in the pink lighting on the tabernacle. Built by the French in the 19th century, it serves as the area's mother church of the Catholic diocese.

14. Diving & Snorkeling at Hon Mun Island

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14 km from city center 14 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Hon Mun island offers stunning scenery and exotic marine life in one place. Situated to the south of Nha Trang bay, it has high-rise cliffs with caves and grottoes while ebony black stones line the beach. You can snorkel, sea-walk or ride on a glass-bottom boat to witness bright coral and fishes.

15. Shopping in Nha Trang

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2 km from city center 15 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

With plenty of local shops and street markets, shoppers can immerse themselves in Nha Trang’s shopping culture. Markets such as the Nha Trang Market and Vinh Luong market sell souvenirs, handmade clothing and ornaments, as well as fresh fruits, vegetables and seafood. Streetside markets also sell spring rolls, pancakes and other local snacks. Shopaholics can also visit the Nha Trang Center, the city’s first shopping mall.

16. Boat Trip to Monkey Island

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14 km from city center 16 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

One of the more unusual attractions of Vietnam, Monkey Island is located about 10 km away from the centre of Nha Trang. Accessible via a boat or a ferry, the private island is said to house about 1,500 monkeys who are free to roam around. Dog and monkey shows are held thrice a day, and the island is lined by pretty beaches with quaint huts.

17. Hot Mineral Spring at I Resort

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4 km from city center 17 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

I resort in Nha Trang is the ultimate relaxation destination. It is best known for its hot mineral mud bath, where you let loose in the tub and let all your tension melt away. A spa and a bathing pool topped off with a restaurant that serves a delicious lunch make this the perfect getaway. Don't forget to bring a Ziploc for your phones.

18. Sailing in Nha Trang

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2 km from city center 18 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Sailing in the waters around Nha Trang is a great way to take in different views of the city and a great way to explore the water region. Local companies offer catamarans and speedboats to tourists looking to get away from the shoreline and jet skis for the more adventurous souls. Cataraman VN and Vega Yacht are some of the popular cruise and sail boat operators.

19. Watch Nha Trang Snake Show

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5 km from city center 19 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Nha Trang Snake Show in Phuoc Dien is a must-visit while travelling to Vietnam. Handlers play with pythons and cobras to stage an unusual and exciting show for the audience. Afterwards, you can buy snake medicines and cosmetics, and even some snake leather. Reach early to get a private glimpse into the characteristics of snakes.

20. Tour the Fishing Village

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2 km from city center 20 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Located a few kilometers south of central Nha Trang are several floating villages. Residents here make their living by fishing and fish farming. You can go on boat tours to these fishing villages and experience a life far removed from the cities. You can also drive to coast-side fishing villages around Nha Trang, enjoy the white sandy beaches and clean water, and watch fishermen reel in fresh seafood and taste it.

21. National Oceanographic Museum

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4 km from city center 21 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

The National Oceanographic Museum in southern Nha Trang features a vast array of marine life, from sharks and whales to sea turtles and reef fish. Its spread across two floors in a gorgeous French building. The first floor houses glass tanks where anemones, puffers, lionfish and coral reefs thrive, while the second floor has about thousands of exhibits of preserved animal skeletons.

22. Relax at Doc Let Beach

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35 km from city center 22 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

The 18km long beach north of Nha Trang is perfect for lazy beach bums looking for a place to chill. Powdery white sands and turquoise waters welcome you to take a leisurely walk, while refreshment stalls line the shores to provide you with fuel. The shallow waters at the edge ensure that children can safely splash around.

23. Hon Chong Promontory

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4 km from city center 23 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Located at the foot of La San Hill, Hon Chong Promontory is a scenic collection of boulders imbued with a local legend. A lovely mountainous coastline is the first thing you see at Hon Chong Promontory. The large boulder on top is believed to bear the handprint of a giant who slipped when a fairy saw him. Nearby is a cafe serving delicious refreshments.

24. Hot Air Balloon Ride at Hon Tam island

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9 km from city center 24 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Tourists can take a day trip from Nha Trang and visit the beautiful Hon Tam island. The island offers hot air balloon rides, and passengers can travel up to 150 metres into the air in these balloons. These 20-minute rides are a great way to take in panoramic views of Nha Trang and Hon Tam island, as well as look over the bay from up above.

25. Take a Vietnamese Cooking Class

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25 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

A place known for its food, Nha Trang offers tourists many cooking classes. Tours of Nha Trang include many such classes, allowing visitors to experience Vietnamese food and learn about fresh local produce and cooking techniques. These classes also include visits to local markets, vegetable gardens and noodle factories, as well as coffee tastings.

26. Ride the Vinpearl Cable Car

5 km from city center 26 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Vinpearl cable car is the best way to make an entrance in style. The 3,320m long cable connects the Hon Tre Island with Nha Trang, where the Vinpearl theme park awaits riders. It is one of the world's longest cable car rides over water. Take a seat and glide over the serene blue sea, before you step onto a land of fun and frolic.

27. Long Thanh Gallery

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2 km from city center 27 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Long Thanh Photography gallery in Nha Trang showcases the works of the namesake Vietnamese photographer, a prominent figure who has won several international photography awards. His black and white photography consists of both portraits and landscapes. If you're lucky, you can chat with Long Thahn to know the story behind his compelling works before taking home one of the many prints on sale.

28. Blind Massage at Nha Trang

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28 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Nha Trang’s tourist centre has several massage parlours that employ visually impaired and even blind masseuses. Educational facilities help educate, train and certify visually impaired locals. Visiting these massage parlours is an excellent way of supporting the local economy and, of course, experiencing an enjoyable and relaxing time.

29. Explore Thanh Citadel

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11 km from city center 29 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Thanh Citadel is a 17th-century fortress located a few kms southwest of Nha Trang. The citadel dates back to the Trinh dynasty but was rebuilt by Prince Nguyen Anh during his attack on the Tay Son rebels. The 3.5 m walls form a hexagon and contain a sloping pavement and fields that may have come handy during wartimes.

30. Yang Bay Eco Park

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0 km from city center 30 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Yang Bay Eco Park in Nha Trang is ideal for nature lovers. Apart from the crocodile feeding, ostrich rides and bear watching, the eco-park also offers mud baths, hot springs and a restaurant by the lakeside. The park with its variety of attractions is best for tourist families with children.

31. Suoi Do Pagoda

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11 km from city center 31 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Suoi Do Pagoda is a beautiful 50-year-old Buddhist temple located in Suoi Hiep commune in Dien Khanh district. It’s dedicated to Quan Am, the Chinese goddess of compassion and mercy.

32. Mai Loc Gallery

1 km from city center 32 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

This small gallery is filled with exquisite monochrome photographs taken by Mai Loc, one of the most successful Vietnamese photographers. Not only can you admire and buy his works, Mai Loc also hosts photography sessions and tours that take you to salt fields, cottage industries and fishing villages to capture the beauty of everyday moments.

33. Hon Mieu Aquarium

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6 km from city center 33 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Located on Hon Hieu island a few kms southeast from Nha Trang, the Hon Hieu aquarium is unlike any other you would have ever seen. The aquarium acts as a breeding farm for over 40 species of fish, crustaceans, turtles and other marine animals. Built by Le Can in 1971, the aquarium provides adequate circulation of water to keep the animals in a healthy environment.

34. Yang Bay Waterfall

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32 km from city center 34 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

A place that is named 'Waterfalls of heaven' in the local language should give you a fair idea of what to expect. Yang Bay Waterfalls in Nha Trang run through a forest, leaving behind small rock pools. You can also listen to the ethnic Ragley group perform folk songs in this scenic spot. Perfect for a picnic with your friends.

35. Thap Tram Huong

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0 km from city center 35 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

A famous landmark of the city, Thap Tram Huong is a lovely lotus-shaped tower that sits on the northern end of the beach. The structure incorporates Hoa Bien artwork into its shape and offers great photo ops and people-watching spots. If you walk by the streets of Nha Trang, it̥ll be hard to miss the towering figure.

36. Hon Mieu Island

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6 km from city center 36 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Often called the best inshore island in Nha Trang Bay, Hon Mieu island offers a little taste of paradise to anyone who comes visiting. For those looking to spend a lazy afternoon, the beach has clear white sands lined with sunbeds and umbrellas. Take a dip into the calm blue waters, or have a bit of fun jet skiing and paragliding.

37. Fairy Spring Waterfall

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2 km from city center 37 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

The small, cool strain of Fairy Springs leads tourists through a short jungle walk to a swimming pool frequented by locals in the summer. The road to the spring lies between mountain peaks, with the spring itself originating from Na mountain, the highest peak in the region at 1200 metres above sea level. Located 20 kms southwest of Nha Trang, Fairy Springs waterfall is a cascade of multiple falls as the water rushes down the spring and creates 14 waterfalls, some of which are 20 metres high. Local folklore claims bathing in the Heaven Pool at the spring has magical properties.

38. Do Dien Khanh Gallery

1 km from city center 38 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Do Dien Khanh is an accomplished photographer whose photos capture the magic of daily lives of Vietnamese people. His gallery, located on Hong Bang street in Nha Trang, features his captivating portraits, landscapes, children and regular life photography. If you̥re lucky you̥ll be shown around by Dien Khanh himself, and you can purchase a print of one of his works.

39. Hon Ba Nature Reserve

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28 km from city center 39 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Nothing spells R&R like Hon Ba Nature reserve in Nha Trang. Leave behind the dust and concrete of the city as you head into dense greenery and fresh air of Hon Ba. The ride there offers stunning views, and upon reaching you̥ll find Yersin̥s historic house and a restaurant.

40. Binh Ba Island

45 km from city center 40 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Located about 60 km from Nha Trang in Khan Hao province, Binh Ba island offers a peaceful getaway with just the sun, sand and sea to keep you company. Binh Ba is great for picnicking, snorkelling and sunbathing. A speciality you should not miss out on is the big and delicious lobster preparation.

41. Tran Hung Dao Statue

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0 km from city center 41 out of 41 Things To Do in Nha Trang

Tran Hung Dao is not just a historical figure, but a national military hero for the Vietnamese. The 13th-century leader commanded the Dat Viet armies that defeated Mongol forces thrice, in addition to writing several warfare treatises. A tall monument located on the coastal boulevard in Nha Trang pays homage to Hung Dao, where he stands with a severe countenance pointing towards the horizon

What is Nha Trang Vietnam known for?

Nha Trang is called the seafood capital of Vietnam for a reason. Teeming with marine life, the waters off the Khanh Hoa coast supply the fresh fish and shellfish that are the highlight of many a meal in Nha Trang.

Is Nha Trang worth going to?

With a myriad of attractions and activities, there are plenty of things to do Nha Trang. From its stunning beaches and vibrant underwater world to its rejuvenating hot springs, bustling fishing villages, and delectable snail delicacies, Nha Trang offers a diverse range of experiences that will leave you captivated.

How many days should I spend in Nha Trang?

With three days in Nha Trang, there's time to experience all of the coastal city's main draws— which range from the snorkeling paradise of Ho Mun Island to therapeutic mud baths—and spend a day away from the city. Here's how. Spend your first day getting your bearings in Nha Trang, by exploring on both land and sea.

What is the difference between Nha Trang and Da Nang?

Da Nang is much cleaner than Nha Trang, but Nha Trang has far less construction. Nha Trang has a nicer beach promenade, but Da Nang has a beautiful river walk. It really just depends what's more important to you in a destination!