One of the best-known beach towns in Vietnam, with turquoise waters and white sands, near cafes, historical sites and restaurants serving delicious local food. Nha Trang became a very popular getaway destination along the beach during the 20th century. At present, it attracts visitors from all over the world and, in recent years, it has undergone an intense development. Although apartment buildings and high-end hotels are already common on the beach and in tourist areas, the narrow streets and houses that represent the Nha Trang of yesteryear are a short walk away. The main beach of Nha Trang is the main attraction of the city by far, and its beauty corresponds to its fame. However, if you want to escape from the crowd, cross the bridge to Bai Duong beach, where the waters are calmer, the sand cleaner and fewer people will prevent you from seeing the sea. To explore the world that hides behind the waves, sign up for a diving session in one of the many schools in the city. The teachers are excellent and the rates are very cheap. If you practice snorkeling, you can jump from a boat and get close to the nearby islands to observe one of the largest and best varieties of marine life. If you want to start surfing, you can take some classes or, directly, rent a board and try your luck. The climate of Nha Trang is warm and pleasant from mid-December to October. If you visit the area in the rainy season, during the winter, the city also has multiple indoor attractions that will keep you busy when it rains. There are two museums that are very worthwhile: the national oceanographic of Vietnam and the dedicated to the bacteriologist Alexandre Yersin. Enjoy the local heritage in the Po Nagar Cham towers. This set of temples is a relic of the 8th century of the Cham civilization that continues to be a place of worship today. Other buildings of reference are the Long Son pagoda and the Nha Trang cathedral, an imposing neo-Gothic style French construction. At night, enjoy the excellent bars and restaurants that are found throughout the city. Keep in mind that many establishments close well before midnight. Find an offer to travel deals to Nha Trang during the hot summer days: it is a great place to relax on the beach or savor refreshing drinks in its cafes. And if you want to rest from the beach, you will find many other things to see and do on the mainland.
