Halfway between Hoi An and Nha Trang in Central Vietnam, Quy Nhon is a pleasant city with a spectacular beachfront, a grand, leafy boulevard and a low-key vibe. Nestled in a turquoise bay and ringed on three sides by scenic green hills, Quy Nhon makes for a fantastic choice as a quiet beach holiday destination.
Unlike Nha Trang, Quy Nhon continues to fly under the tourist radar and offers an authentic, hassle-free experience to anyone who visits. Thanks to the town’s economic reliance on fishing, there is little heavy industry or traffic in Quy Nhon and the air is clean even on hotter days. Another benefit of the off-coast fisheries is, you’re guessing it right – delectable seafood, served in oceanfront restaurants filled with friendly locals.
Other points of interest in the area include age-old Cham temples and a number of pretty beaches stretching along the coastline outside of Quy Nhon – including the Ky Co beach, known affectionately as “the Maldives of Vietnam”, or the picturesque cove beach at Bai Xep.
Top Attractions in Quy Nhon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time to visit Quy Nhon?
As with most destinations in Asia, there are two seasons that travelers should be aware of. These are the dry season and wet season.
The dry season
The dry season in Quy Nhon – Binh Dinh Province, is typically from February to August with the temperature sometimes going above 30 degrees in the hottest months from June to August. These months are also the peak tourist season with Quy Nhon hosting a variety of traditional festivals from martial arts to boat racing.
Goat over the bay @ Alan Brownbridge / Vietnam Is Awesome
Though it may be hot during the dry season, the cool breeze from the ocean will keep you feeling fresh year-round.
The wet season
The wet season in Binh Dinh Province is roughly from September to January. Quy Nhon, luckily, escapes most of the harsh weather such as heavy rain and typhoons, and stays relatively dry. October and November experience the most rainfall and stor