How to explore Quy Nhon: A Hidden Gem of Vietnam

Lush rice fields, beautiful mountains and charming fishing villages are some of the nature’s endowments of Quy Nhon situated on the central coast of Vietnam.  This captivating yet laid-back city is becoming noticeable to discerning visitors for its serenity, beauty, and fascinating ancient history. Read on to gain insights into discovering the best experiences in Quy Nhon. 

Introduction

Quy Nhon was a well-known trading port centuries ago due to its strategic location on the coast. Today, the city is the capital of Binh Dinh Province of Central Vietnam and remains the economic and cultural hub of the province. The Dinh Minh Province administration has invested in enhancing the infrastructure and amenities with wide walkways and promenades. 

Blessed with the tropical climate of Vietnam, Quy Nhon’s forests, mountains, lagoons, and long stretch of coastline appeal to outdoor enthusiasts just as the history and culture buffs are thrilled with the ancient monuments and temples around the city. 

All these favourable factors make visitors to Vietnam choose a hotel in Quy Nhon Vietnam.

Weather 

Quy Nhon enjoys a tropical semi-humid climate during the year with a few variations in certain months.

January to April – The weather is warm and dry

May to August – The weather becomes hot and dry

September to December – The weather is mild and rain showers occur during these months.

Generally, March to September is the best period to explore Quy Nhon with sunshine and mostly dry weather. The beaches look deep turquoise and inviting during this period.

Planning your visit considering these factors is wise so that you can explore places selected by you without any inconveniences.

Accommodation 

As an emerging tourist destination, Quy Nhon has diverse options for visitors based on their preferences and budgets. The following are some of the options chosen by visitors.

Home Stays – A popular option with young travellers these offer many opportunities to interact with locals and the community whilst exploring Quy Nhon. These come at a reasonable cost to the visitor.

Guest Houses – An affordable option for visitors travelling as a group, these offer standard amenities and facilities valued by such visitors.

Hotels – A variety of hotels await discerning visitors such as Avani Quy Nhon Resort with enticing days by the beach or the pool or outdoor explorations and adventures.

Image via AVANI Quy Nhon Resort

Places to explore

A wide palette of attractions awaits to be uncovered in this fascinating city. Delve into these for lasting memories.

Hon Ko Island – This is a haven for nature lovers with greenery and tranquillity while beach lovers can indulge in snorkelling and swimming.

Thap Doi Cham Towers – These magnificent ancient towers depicting Khmer influence from the famous Champa Kingdom are now placed in a park in the city of Quy Nhon. With curved pyramidal roofs, these are open to the sky and can be witnessed at close range. 

Ong Nui Temple – Situated to the north of Quy Nhon, this temple is home to the biggest seated Buddha Statue in Southeast Asia. Witnessing the statue and the view from these is an awe-inspiring experience.

Cu Lao Xanh Island – An alluringly secluded island accessed by boat with pristine beaches, enchanting cliffs, and lush greenery. Great for a picnic with snorkelling, strolling, and swimming.

Queens Beach – A favourite holiday beach of Queen Nam Phong, this tiny beach is appealing due to its pristine white sand and many colourful pebbles lying around.

Eo Gio and Ngoc Hoa Temple – Eo Gio, which translates to the windy strait is a part of a mountain range that welcomes visitors with breathtaking scenery and a fine sea breeze. A stairway has been erected by the local government as this attraction is gaining popularity.

Once you have climbed and completed Eo Gio, visit the serene Ngoc Hoa Temple to relax, enjoy the serenity and be inspired by the atmosphere there.