Discover Vietnam's Stunning Beaches: Top Destinations for an Idyllic Getaway

Vietnam is a fantastic introduction to Asia. Visitors take home iconic "Golden Star" balms, memories of breathtaking sunsets, and sun-kissed skin from the beaches. Let’s dive into the must-visit beaches.

Nha Trang

A haven for sea lovers and sunbathers, Nha Trang combines beach life with urban excitement. Known as Vietnam's "Russian" resort, it's perfect for first-timers seeking familiar cuisine and a strong community vibe.

Hon Chong

Located on Hon Chong Cape, this small sandy beach is surrounded by large boulders. The seabed's varying depths, due to underwater rocks, make swimming tricky. Visitors often come for the stunning natural scenery and photo opportunities on the rocks. Accessible by bus from downtown.

Bai Dai

Stretching south of Nha Trang, Bai Dai features both developed areas with loungers and untouched stretches with natural debris. The shallow, gentle waters are ideal for families with children. Easily reachable by bus, it's 30 km from Nha Trang.

Doc Let

With scenic mountain views, Doc Let is one of Vietnam’s top family-friendly beaches. The shallow, soft-sand beach is perfect for kids, and there are loungers and changing cabins available.

Vinpearl

Situated on an island within a large amusement park, Vinpearl offers numerous activities including jet skis, flyboards, and kayaks. The beach is a great addition to a day of adventure at the park. Accessible by sea or a scenic cable car ride offering stunning views of Nha Trang.

Phu Quoc

Vietnam’s largest island, Phu Quoc, is a premier beach destination with an international airport, numerous hotels, amusement parks, and dive centers. The ideal time to visit is from November to March.

Starfish Beach

Famed for its red starfish in clear waters, Starfish Beach is a wild beach with no facilities. Visitors are encouraged to bring snorkeling gear to explore the underwater life.

Long Beach

Phu Quoc’s longest beach attracts both locals and tourists with its palm-lined shore and vibrant evening scene, ideal for sunset views. Amenities include cafes, fruit vendors, loungers, and massage spots.

Sao Beach

The island's most famous beach boasts high palm trees and fine white sand. It's one of the busiest, with cafes, loungers, swings for photos, and activities like diving, snorkeling, and jet skiing. There’s even an inflatable playground for children.

Vung Bau

A retreat from the hustle and bustle, Vung Bau features mostly wild beaches with some debris. The northern part has more developed areas with bungalows and cafes.

Bai Khem

Known for its clear waters and luxurious resorts, Bai Khem offers activities like kayaking, parasailing, jet skiing, and photo spots with hammocks. Access might require navigating around construction sites and hotel boundaries.

Phan Thiet

Located three hours from Ho Chi Minh City, Phan Thiet is chosen for its tranquility and proximity to sand dunes.

Mui Ne

A charming fishing village near Phan Thiet, Mui Ne is renowned for seafood cuisine and wind sports. The beaches feature fine sand, palm groves, and shallow water. Windy conditions from November to February attract surfers and kiteboarders. Amenities include hotel loungers, showers, restrooms, and children’s attractions.

Con Dao

This protected area with a national park offers guided jungle tours and historical prison sites showcasing French colonial history.

Dam Trau

Ideal for camping, Dam Trau is surrounded by small mountains and lush greenery, including bamboo forests.

Da Nang

A major resort city with modern infrastructure, Da Nang features high-rise buildings, trendy cafes, restaurants, and public transport. Less popular with Russian tourists, but still easy to find a community. Due to its eastern coast location, it lacks sunset views, which may deter those seeking romantic evenings.

My Khe

Located in the My An district, My Khe is a popular spot with various dining options, bars, loungers, showers, and sports facilities. Winter waves make swimming difficult but attract surfers.

China Beach (Bac My An)

Adjacent to My Khe, this beach also has excellent infrastructure, including beach clubs, loungers, changing cabins, and showers.

Non Nuoc

A long urban beach with amenities like loungers, umbrellas, cafes, jet ski rentals, banana boat rides, and opportunities for surfing or kite surfing.

Lang Co

Outside Da Nang, Lang Co offers a tranquil beach surrounded by greenery and scenic mountain views. Nearby is a fishing village with seafood restaurants, but tourist infrastructure is limited.

Hoi An

This UNESCO heritage city, just 30 minutes from Da Nang, features well-preserved buildings from the 15th-19th centuries. Hoi An has many souvenir shops, stores, and tailors making custom clothing within a day. Evening shows with hundreds of paper lanterns on the river attract numerous tourists.

An Bang

Ranked 17th in Spa Seekers’ 2023 relaxation spots, An Bang is bustling with visitors and often has busy loungers.

Cua Dai

Located 5 km from Hoi An’s historic center, Cua Dai offers umbrella and lounger rentals, showers, and watersport rentals like catamarans, surfboards, and kayaks.

Quy Nhon

A peaceful town 200 km from Nha Trang, Quy Nhon is surrounded by mountains, forests, lagoons, and lakes, ideal for a serene getaway. Most hotels and villas are in quiet areas outside the town center.

Ky Co

This beach boasts white sand and turquoise waters, perfect for canoeing, diving, and sea excursions. Boat rentals are available for fishing trips.

Ha Long

A key tourist hub in Northeast Vietnam, Ha Long is 160 km from Hanoi. The UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay features 1600 islands and emerald waters. Boat trips start from the city pier.

Tuan Chau

An island with upscale villas and hotels, tennis, and golf courts, Tuan Chau offers water activities like kayaking, windsurfing, and waterskiing.

Cat Ba

One of Ha Long Bay’s largest islands, accessible by boat, Cat Ba is a center for adventure tourism with activities like trekking, biking, and climbing. Rarely visited by those seeking a quiet retreat.

Essential Travel Tips
Vietnam’s coastline along the South China Sea offers many clean, sandy beaches and well-developed beach resorts, making it a popular destination comparable to Thailand. Russians can stay in Vietnam visa-free for 45 days with a passport valid for at least six months upon arrival. They may also need to present return tickets and accommodation bookings.

Hanoi, the capital, lacks beaches, so other regions are chosen for seaside holidays, depending on the season and weather. The south, including Phu Quoc and Mui Ne, is best from November to February. March and April are warm and dry across most resorts, while the central region, including Nha Trang and Da Nang, is ideal from May to August.

Vietnamese beach holidays often extend beyond hotel confines, with visitors exploring different beaches with stunning views, local attractions, and city streets.