Quy Nhon Travel Guide

Best Time to Visit

The rainy season lasts only 2-3 months at the end of the year, while the rest of the year is dry, especially from March to September. From May to September, although sunny, the weather is not too hot or uncomfortable, making it perfect for beach activities and sightseeing.

Getting There

Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, and Bamboo Airways offer flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon. Round-trip tickets range from 1,500,000 to 4,000,000 VND, depending on the season.

From Phu Cat Airport to Quy Nhon city center, buses cost 50,000 VND per person, while taxis range from 200,000 to 250,000 VND per trip. Alternatively, travelers can take coaches or trains from nearby provinces

Getting Around

Motorbike rentals cost 100,000 - 150,000 VND per day. Taxis and cars are available for longer trips. For groups of 8-15 people, electric cars are an option, costing 25,000 VND per km or 250,000 VND per hour.

Accommodation

Budget travelers can choose 2-3 star hotels, hostels, or homestays for 150,000 - 400,000 VND per night. For quieter, comfortable stays, consider hotels along Tay Son, An Duong Vuong, or Han Mac Tu streets. Beachfront options are available on Nguyen Hue and Xuan Dieu streets or near Bai Xep, Ky Co, and Eo Gio.

Popular choices include Life’s a Beach, Mira Bai Xep, Quy Nhon Balahouse, La Beach House Nhon Ly, Salah Hotel, Seagate Bungalow, and Sea View Quy Nhon.

Luxury resorts such as Crown Retreat, Avani Quy Nhon, FLC Quy Nhon, Casa Marina, and Aurora offer amenities like private beaches, pools, spas, and gyms, with rates ranging from 1,500,000 to 5,000,000 VND per night.

Food

Local specialties include fish cake noodle soup, shrimp pancakes, banh hoi with porridge, grilled fermented pork rolls, and seafood dishes like lobster, crab, clams, and squid.

Famous dining spots include:

Oc Street (Ngoc Han Cong Chua)

Ngo Van So Food Street

Banh mi lagu (132 Ngo May)

Banh khot (19 Han Thuyen)

Banh beo (Ba Xe, Nguyen Tat Thanh Street)

Fish noodle soup (Ba Thu, 157 Nguyen Hue)

Grilled fermented pork rolls (Co Tuyet, Hai Thuong Lan Ong)

Hue-style chicken rice (Que Huong, Le Hong Phong)

Cafes and Drinks

Popular cafes include Adiuvat, Mango Tree, Kho Book & Cafe, Marina, Green Cafe, and Surf Bar. Drinks are affordable, with prices from 20,000 to 50,000 VND

Attractions

Nhon Hai – Hon Kho: A fishing village with rustic beauty and clear waters. Canoe trips to Hon Kho cost 100,000 VND per person.

Ky Co – Eo Gio: Known as Vietnam’s Maldives, Ky Co’s entrance fee is 100,000 VND, with shuttle fees of 40,000 VND. Tours with snorkeling and seafood lunch cost from 700,000 VND.

Cua Bien Park: Adventure park with activities like ziplining and kayaking. Entry is 300,000 VND for adults, 200,000 VND for kids.

Trung Luong Picnic Area: A campsite with stunning beach views. Entrance is 40,000 VND, and tents cost 300,000 VND per night.

ExploraScience Quy Nhon: A science center with astronomy activities. Tickets are 40,000 VND.

Ghenh Rang Tien Sa: A scenic area with Queen’s Beach and the Han Mac Tu tomb. Free entry.

Cham Towers: Ancient Cham relics like Thap Doi and Banh It Tower. Entry fees are 10,000 - 20,000 VND.

Lang Song Seminary: Historical site surrounded by rice fields. Free entry, but prior contact is needed.

Famous Temples: Visit Long Phuoc, Ong Nui, and Thien Hung temples, each with unique architecture and spiritual significance.

Fishing Villages: Bai Xep and Nhon Ly offer peaceful experiences and scenic beauty.

Cu Lao Xanh: A pristine island with clear waters, lighthouses, and fresh seafood. Canoe tours cost 700,000 VND.

Quy Nhon offers a mix of nature, history, and local charm, making it an ideal destination for travelers seeking relaxation and adventure.