There are extensive expanses of white sand and cold blue beaches in the lovely coastal city of Nha Trang. But visiting Nha Trang is more than just a trip to the beach; it’s also a tour to explore the Champa culture and breathtaking scenery.
Attractive places to visit in Nha Trang city
1. Explore Ponagar Tower in Nha Trang
Address: Hai Thang April Street, Vinh Phuoc, Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa
One of the unique places to see in Nha Trang is Ponagar Tower, which has the most exquisite and extensive Champa cultural imprint in the Central region. Ponagar Tower, a three-story structure 50 meters above sea level, is surrounded by cool, lush trees, which add to its allure and distinctive design.
2. Explore the Hon Chong tourist area
Address: Vinh Phuoc, Nha Trang city, Khanh Hoa
Located off the coast, 4km from Nha Trang city center, Hon Chong seems completely separate from the noise outside. Coming here, visitors will be immersed in pristine nature with the sound of whispering ocean waves, and visit the magical creations of nature such as a stone with a giant handprint, a stone shaped like a person facing the sea
3. Nha Trang Oceanography Institute
Address: No. 1, Cau Da, Tran Phu, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa Province
The Institute of Oceanography is the next most famous Nha Trang tourist destination for its research and development of plant and marine life. Established in 1923, this site currently houses more than 20,000 specimens of 4,000 types of marine life. In addition, the institute also displays many specimens of freshwater creatures collected in the Gulf of Thailand, Cambodia, and the East Sea.
In particular, there is also a giant whale skeleton on display with a length of nearly 26m, 3m high with 48 vertebrae. If you choose to go out in Nha Trang city, you cannot miss this tourist destination. Visitors will be able to explore and visit strange and unique marine species, along with interesting knowledge about the sea and islands in Vietnam.
4. Long Son Pagoda
Address of Long Son Pagoda: No. 20, 23/10 Street, Phuong Son, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa
Long Son Pagoda located right at the foot of Trai Thuy mountain, Phuong Son ward, Nha Trang city is one of the famous spiritual addresses in Nha Trang city. Especially famous for Kim Than Buddha, this is also considered a symbol of Nha Trang city. From this temple, you can see the entire beautiful city of Nha Trang.
5. Nha Trang Stone Church
Address of Mountain Church: 31 Thai Nguyen, Phuoc Tan, Nha Trang City, Khanh Hoa
Nearly all visitors to Nha Trang visit the stone church, one of the city’s most well-known tourist attractions. This location has a direct connection to the city’s establishment and growth in history. Because it was constructed on Bong Mountain, it also goes by several other titles, like Mountain Church and Nha Trang Church.
This is not only a Buddhist temple in Nha Trang, but it is also a very popular spot for young people to check in when looking for places to play in the heart of the city.
