Vietnam Coastal Towns
From the border of China on the South China Sea, Vietnam's long coastline stretches down and around to the Gulf of Thailand and the Cambodian border. From Halong Bay to the Mekong Delta, there are hundreds of coastal cities, towns, and tiny fishing villages to explore.
Vietnam's coastal highlights include partying in Miami-like Nha Trang; soaking in the charm of Hoi An; feasting on local specialities in Da Nang city, and sailing between thousands of islands in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long.
With over 2,025 miles (3,260 km) of beaches, cliffs, and bays, it would be almost impossible not to explore Vietnam's beautiful coastline.
The best places to visit in Vietnam Coastal Towns
Ha Long Bay
The name Ha Long means “descending dragon” – a fitting title for a bay steeped in mystical legends and boasting scenery to match. There are countless tales of how and why the name came about. One of the most well-known tells of a dragon that came down from the sky, spitting thousands of pearls from its fiery mouth, which became the islets and karsts that now dot the bay.
Phan Thiet
Phan Thiet is one of the most accessible port cities in southern Vietnam and is the gateway to the beach town of Mui Ne. The two destinations are fairly interchangeable and most visitors will pass between the two to visit popular attractions. Whether you stay in Mui Ne bay north of Mui Ne Cape or south on the public Phan Thiet beaches, the joy in this area is getting out beyond the beach.
Nha Trang
Hotels crowd the shores of Nha Trang’s popular beach. This is a highly developed area, and visitors will have plenty of amusement parks and shopping centers to choose from. Nha Trang also has a lot of bars that quickly fill with travelers and backpackers after the sun sets. Accommodations in the area cater to the backpacker and resort crowds.
Vung Tau
For a quick getaway to a sunny coast, a breath of fresh air, and a few nights above the sand, here is an easy solution. The nearest beach escape from the hustle of Ho Chi Minh City, breezy Vung Tau receives its fair share of expat and local vacationers, but not many tourists.
Dong Hoi City
Dong Hoi City sits right on the East Sea, just outside of the jungle sprawl of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. The city has its own beach and fewer travelers than other large cities in Vietnam. Most travelers who stop here are traveling between Hanoi and Hue.
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