Joanna James
Laidback Quy Nhon is not as popular as Hanoi, Danang, or Ho Chi Minh. But the place is a gem that is well worth exploring. Plan your visit to Quy Nhon while it's still a tranquil haven and enjoy one of the best coastal holidays you've ever had. Here are the top things to do in Quy Nhon.
Who can resist exploring multiple beaches? Gorgeous multiple beaches at that! In the charming port city of Quy Nhon, you can do just that. And you can enjoy coastal vibes throughout your holiday by booking a beachside Quy Nhon hotel. Plus, there are plenty of resorts in Quy Nhon, promising you a tranquil holiday of sun, sand, and surf. Many are hidden away on secluded beaches, like Anantara Quy Nhon Villas, to satisfy your wanderlust. You can visit Bai Trung (also known as Queen's Beach), where the beach is made up of smooth egg-shaped pebbles. Or check out Bai Xep village where the beach is tranquil and you get to savour the picture-perfect surroundings along the way. Further south is Bai Bau and Bai Rang beaches, which are home to pristine sandy banks and plenty of seafood restaurants.
While the luxury resorts of Quy Nhon offer guests plenty of opportunities to snorkel and swim in the ocean, you must try and explore the Phuong Mai Peninsula as an added treat. To get there, cross Vietnam's longest over-sea bridge: Thi Nai. You will first pass the Mai Sand Dunes, which constantly change shape because of winds wafting across the sea. The beaches of Phuong Mai Peninsula are stunners. Look forward to white sand oases, crystal clear waters, and little lagoons, which are made from the rocky outcrops along the beaches.
Tour the Buddhist temples of Quy Nhon to understand the Vietnamese way of life and faith in Buddhism. Plenty of vintage temples satisfy the culture buffs as well as the curious tourist eager to learn more about a foreign land. Temples are located within the city and on the outskirts, in case you like making a trip of your explorations. Easy to reach shrines from your Quy Nhon hotel are Chua Hien Nam, Chua Minh Tinh, and Chua Long Khanh. Further away from the city centre are Chua Tam An Tu and Chua Pho Minh temples.
Champa architecture is a fine example of old-world splendour and you can see just how magnificent this dynasty was when you explore the Cham temples. Some well-preserved monuments include Thap Doi, Thap Duong Long, and Thap Banh It. Just 2 kilometres from the city centre of Quy Nhon is Thap Doi, which is also called the twin towers; here, you can see lovely sandstone sculptures representing dancing humans.
The beach promenade of Quy Nhon is ideal for a leisurely stroll. Stretching a distance of 5 kilometres along the city beach, the promenade boasts lovely manicured gardens and kiddies' parks. The place is home to a bevy of cafes and open-air pubs where you stop to people-watch and enjoy a cold drink.
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