Khanh Hoa, a precious gem of Central Vietnam, has long been renowned as an attractive tourist destination for both domestic and international visitors. Nature has generously endowed it with a long, poetic coastline, pristine and alluring islands, and numerous breathtaking landscapes. Join “Du lịch khắp thế gian” to explore the top 22 famous and beautiful tourist destinations in Khanh Hoa, and fully experience the charm of this Agarwood land!
1. Nha Trang Beach City – The Heart of Khanh Hoa
Speaking of Khanh Hoa tourism, Nha Trang, a vibrant and captivating coastal city, cannot be missed. It is known as the “heart” of the province. Nha Trang captivates visitors with its long stretches of white sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and a mild, pleasant climate year-round.
1.1. Vinpearl Nha Trang – Hon Tre Island
Hon Tre Island, the largest island in Nha Trang Bay, is a must-visit destination when traveling to Nha Trang. It is famous for the world-class VinWonders Nha Trang amusement park (formerly Vinpearl Land), offering wonderful entertainment, resort, and culinary experiences. At Vinpearl Hon Tre, visitors can freely explore the water park, thrilling games area, shimmering aquarium, or enjoy unique art shows.
Besides VinWonders, Hon Tre also boasts many beautiful beaches such as Bai Tru, Dam Bay, and Bai Ran, with fine white sand and clear blue water, ideal for swimming, relaxing, and participating in water sports.
Vinpearl Resort & Amusement Park on Hon Tre Island, Nha Trang, a paradise for entertainment and relaxation
1.2. Hon Chong – Hon Vo Nha Trang
Hon Chong and Hon Vo are a cluster of large rocks with unique shapes, stacked on top of each other along the Nha Trang coast. Hon Chong has a majestic beauty, with large rocks jutting out into the sea, while Hon Vo is gentle and graceful with smaller rocks nestled beside it.
Visiting Hon Chong – Hon Vo, tourists can not only admire the unique natural scenery but also enjoy a panoramic view of Nha Trang city from above, feeling the poetic beauty of Nha Trang’s sea and sky. This is also an ideal place to watch the sunrise and sunset over the sea.
Amazing sunrise check-in at Hon Chong Nha Trang. Photo: An Hoang
1.3. Hon Noi – Yen Island Nha Trang
Hon Noi, also known as Yen Island (Salanganes Island), is a beautiful small island in Nha Trang Bay, famous for its traditional swallow nest harvesting. Yen Island attracts visitors with its pristine and majestic natural beauty, with steep cliffs, unique swallow caves, and especially the beautiful double beach in a crescent shape.
The double beach on Hon Noi is considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, with smooth white sand like silk, and crystal-clear turquoise seawater, surrounded by two crescent-shaped white sand strips embracing the sea. Visitors here can enjoy swimming, snorkeling to see corals, exploring swallow caves, and learning about the unique swallow nest harvesting process.
Unique double beach on Yen Island, Nha Trang
1.4. Robinson Island
Robinson Island, also known as Hon Bip, is a small, pristine island near Nha Trang, offering visitors a private and peaceful space to enjoy the beauty of nature. Robinson Island is surrounded by blue sea, pine forests, and cliffs, creating a pristine and majestic natural setting.
When visiting Robinson Island, tourists can participate in activities such as swimming, snorkeling to see corals, kayaking, camping on the beach, or simply relaxing on the white sand, enjoying the fresh air and the unspoiled beauty of the island.
Pristine Robinson Island amidst the blue sea
1.5. Institute of Oceanography Nha Trang
The Institute of Oceanography Nha Trang is a leading marine scientific research center in Vietnam, and also an attractive tourist destination, especially for those who love exploring the ocean world. The Institute of Oceanography displays more than 20,000 specimens of 4,000 different marine species, giving visitors the opportunity to learn about the marine biodiversity of Vietnam and the world.
The Museum of Oceanography is part of the Institute, where visitors can observe rare marine species raised in large glass tanks, explore giant whale skeletons, and learn about the Institute’s marine scientific research projects.
Explore the ocean world through various themes at the Nha Trang Institute of Oceanography. Photo: Nhu Nhu Oi
1.6. Ponagar Tower
Ponagar Tower is an ancient Cham architectural complex, built from the 8th to the 13th centuries, and is an important historical and cultural relic of Nha Trang and Khanh Hoa. Ponagar Tower is dedicated to the goddess Ponagar, the protector of the ancient Champa kingdom.
The Ponagar Tower complex includes many unique architectural structures, built of red-baked bricks, with intricate carvings. Visiting Ponagar Tower, tourists can not only admire the ancient architecture but also learn about Champa history and culture, as well as participate in traditional festivals held here.
This is one of the largest remaining Cham relic sites in Central Vietnam
1.7. Nha Trang Mountain Church
Nha Trang Mountain Church, also known as Nha Trang Cathedral or Christ the King Cathedral, is a classic French architectural work, built on a small hill in the center of Nha Trang city. The Mountain Church has a distinctive Gothic architectural style, with wide arches, brilliant stained glass windows, and delicate architectural lines.
The Mountain Church is not only a religious building but also an attractive tourist destination, attracting visitors with its unique architectural beauty and peaceful, solemn space. From the church, visitors can admire the panoramic view of Nha Trang city and the beautiful bay.
Nha Trang Mountain Church with unique Gothic architecture, also a popular spot for taking photos. Photo: Thuan Minh
2. Cam Ranh Tourism – The “Four Pearls” of Beauty
Cam Ranh tourism takes visitors to the famous “Four Pearls”: Binh Hung, Binh Ba, Binh Tien, Binh Lap, considered as four precious pearls of Khanh Hoa. Each island has its own unique beauty, but they all share common features of blue sea, white sand, pristine and peaceful atmosphere.
2.1. Binh Hung Island
Binh Hung is a small island located near the mainland, previously quite pristine and little known. However, in recent years, Binh Hung has become an attractive tourist destination, attracting visitors with its natural, pristine, and peaceful beauty.
Visiting Binh Hung, tourists will be conquered by the crystal-clear turquoise seawater, long stretches of fine white sand, and colorful coral reefs. Binh Hung is an ideal destination for those seeking a quiet space, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Crystal clear blue water at Binh Hung Island, Cam Ranh
2.2. Binh Ba Island
Binh Ba is known as “lobster island”, famous for its fresh and abundant seafood, especially lobster. Visiting Binh Ba, tourists can not only enjoy fresh seafood but also participate in many interesting entertainment activities such as swimming, snorkeling to see corals, exploring pristine beaches such as Bai Chuong, Bai Nom, and Bai Nha Cu.
Binh Ba still retains its pristine and simple beauty, with peaceful fishing villages, winding small roads, and friendly, hospitable locals.
In Binh Ba, you will eat your fill of seafood, forgetting the way back
2.3. Binh Tien Beach
Binh Tien, the “hidden gem” of Cam Ranh Bay, is a beautiful, pristine, and peaceful small island. Binh Tien is surrounded by the majestic Chua Mountain and clear blue sea, creating a stunning natural landscape.
Binh Tien beach has fine white sand and calm seawater, making it an ideal place for swimming, relaxing, and camping. Around Binh Tien, there are also many attractive attractions such as Nui Chua National Park, Suoi Tien stream, and unique natural rocky beaches.
Binh Tien "hidden gem" still retains its pristine beauty, largely untouched by humans, preserving its inherent natural beauty
2.4. Binh Lap Peninsula
Binh Lap is known as the “Maldives of Vietnam”, a small peninsula located in Cam Ranh Bay, famous for its pristine, peaceful, and romantic beauty. Binh Lap boasts long stretches of white sand beaches, crystal-clear blue seawater, luxurious resorts, and simple fishing villages.
Visiting Binh Lap, tourists can enjoy a wonderful resort space, swim, snorkel to see corals, kayak, explore pristine beaches such as Bai Ngang, Bai Lao, Bai Ran, and enjoy fresh seafood.
Unique resort experience at "Maldives of Vietnam" Binh Lap
2.5. Tu Van Pagoda
Tu Van Pagoda, also known as Oc Pagoda (Shell Pagoda), is a unique pagoda built from seashells, snail shells, and corals, located in Cam Ranh. Tu Van Pagoda is famous for its unique architecture, different from other pagodas in Vietnam. The highlight of the pagoda is the 39m high Bao Tich Tower, built entirely of seashells, with 49 small stupas around it, each stupa worshiping a different Buddha.
Tu Van Pagoda is not only a unique architectural work but also a spiritual destination, offering visitors a peaceful and tranquil space for worship and relaxation.
Pagoda with unique architecture of shells, snails, and corals
Tu Van Pagoda seen from the outside
3. Ninh Hoa Tourism – Discovering Pristine Beauty
Ninh Hoa is a coastal town in Khanh Hoa province, famous for its pristine beaches, attractive eco-tourism areas, and delicious local specialties. Ninh Hoa tourism offers visitors unique nature discovery experiences and wonderful relaxing moments.
3.1. Doc Let Beach
Doc Let is a famous beach in Ninh Hoa, Khanh Hoa, loved for its long stretch of fine white sand, crystal-clear seawater, and cool green coconut trees. Doc Let beach has a gentle slope and calm waves, very suitable for swimming and playing in the water.
Visiting Doc Let, tourists can rent boats to explore the surrounding islands, participate in water sports activities, enjoy fresh seafood, or simply relax on the beach, enjoying the fresh air and natural beauty.
Long stretch of fine white sand running parallel to the clear blue sea at Doc Let Beach
3.2. Hoa Lan Stream Tourist Area
Hoa Lan Stream Tourist Area is located on Hon Heo peninsula, Ninh Hoa, an attractive eco-tourism destination, attracting visitors with its pristine natural beauty and diverse entertainment activities. Hoa Lan Stream is famous for its poetic Hoa Lan stream, colorful orchid garden, and many other beautiful natural landscapes.
Visiting Hoa Lan Stream, tourists can explore the orchid garden, visit the conical hat path, giant butterfly garden, watch animal circuses, or participate in adventurous sports such as ziplining and mountain climbing.
Check-in with the conical hat path at Hoa Lan Stream
4. Van Ninh Tourism – Land of Wonders
Van Ninh is a coastal district in Khanh Hoa province, famous for its pristine sea and islands, beautiful beaches, and unique tourist destinations such as Diep Son, Mui Doi, and Van Phong Bay. Van Ninh tourism offers visitors exciting nature discovery experiences and memorable moments.
4.1. Diep Son Island
Diep Son is an archipelago of 3 small islands located in Van Phong Bay, Van Ninh, famous for its unique walking path in the middle of the sea. The walking path in the middle of the sea in Diep Son is a strip of fine white sand, nearly 1km long and about 1m wide, connecting the islands, appearing only when the tide is low.
Walking on the path in the middle of the sea in Diep Son is a unique and interesting experience. Visitors can feel the magic of nature, admire the blue sea and white sand, and explore the pristine beauty of the Diep Son archipelago.
Diep Son is mesmerizingly beautiful with a unique path across the sea
4.2. Mui Doi (Mui Dien) – The Easternmost Point of Mainland Vietnam
Mui Doi, also known as Mui Dien, is the easternmost point on the mainland of Vietnam, located in Van Phong Bay, Van Ninh. Mui Doi is an attractive destination for those who love to explore and conquer, especially backpackers and trekking enthusiasts.
To reach Mui Doi, visitors must overcome a rather difficult trekking route, crossing forests, cliffs, and long sandy beaches. However, when reaching Mui Doi, visitors will be rewarded with majestic, pristine natural scenery and the feeling of conquering the easternmost point of the country.
Mui Doi is the easternmost point on the mainland of our country
4.3. Van Phong Bay
Van Phong Bay is one of the most beautiful bays in Vietnam, located in Van Ninh, Khanh Hoa. Van Phong Bay is famous for its pristine, peaceful beauty, with smooth white sand beaches, crystal-clear blue seawater, large and small islands undulating on the sea surface, and peaceful fishing villages along the coast.
Visiting Van Phong Bay, tourists can participate in activities such as swimming, snorkeling to see corals, kayaking, exploring the islands, enjoying fresh seafood, and enjoying the fresh, peaceful natural space.
Van Phong Bay with peaceful and pristine scenery
5. Dien Khanh Tourism – Returning to the Ancient Land
Dien Khanh is a district in Khanh Hoa province, famous for Dien Khanh Citadel, an important historical and cultural relic, and Suoi Do Pagoda, a sacred pagoda located on a high mountain. Dien Khanh tourism offers visitors unique historical, cultural, and spiritual discovery experiences.
5.1. Dien Khanh Citadel
Dien Khanh Citadel is an ancient military architectural work, built in 1793 during the reign of Lord Nguyen Anh. Dien Khanh Citadel was once an important political, administrative, and military center of the ancient Binh Khang region. To this day, Dien Khanh Citadel still retains its ancient and solemn architecture, and is an important historical and cultural relic of Khanh Hoa.
Visiting Dien Khanh Citadel, tourists can learn about Vietnamese history, culture, and military architecture during the Nguyen Dynasty, as well as admire the ancient beauty of this unique architectural work.
Dien Khanh Citadel stands out with its ancient red brick color
5.2. Suoi Do Pagoda
Suoi Do Pagoda is a sacred pagoda located on a high mountain in Dien Khanh, Khanh Hoa. Suoi Do Pagoda is famous for its natural stream flowing year-round, considered by locals as a source of holy water. The road to Suoi Do Pagoda is quite winding, but when reaching the pagoda, visitors will be rewarded with a peaceful and tranquil space, and beautiful natural scenery.
Visiting Suoi Do Pagoda, tourists can worship Buddha, pray for peace, and enjoy the pristine and majestic natural beauty of Khanh Hoa’s mountains and forests.
Don't forget to visit this sacred pagoda with particularly beautiful natural scenery. Photo: 52Hz
6. Khanh Son Tourism – Miniature Da Lat in the Heart of Khanh Hoa
Khanh Son is a highland district of Khanh Hoa province, located at an altitude of 1000m above sea level, with a cool climate year-round, and is likened to the “miniature Da Lat” of Khanh Hoa. Khanh Son tourism offers visitors experiences of exploring majestic mountain and forest nature, and the unique culture of the Raglai people.
6.1. Ta Gu Waterfall
Ta Gu Waterfall is a beautiful and majestic waterfall, hidden deep in the Khanh Son forest. Ta Gu Waterfall is about 40m high, with water falling from above, creating white foam, forming a pristine and majestic natural landscape. The road to Ta Gu Waterfall is quite difficult, but for those who love to explore and adventure, this is a must-visit destination.
Visiting Ta Gu Waterfall, tourists can swim in the waterfall, explore the primary forest, and enjoy the fresh and cool air of Khanh Son’s mountains and forests.
Ta Gu Waterfall is a natural check-in destination with pristine beauty
6.2. Khanh Son Pine Forest
Khanh Son Pine Forest is not as famous as Da Lat, but still carries its own unique, romantic, and poetic beauty. Khanh Son Pine Forest is an ideal destination for visitors to seek peace, relaxation, and immerse themselves in nature.
Visiting Khanh Son Pine Forest, tourists can stroll under the cool green pine trees, take souvenir photos, camp, or simply sit and relax, enjoying the fresh air and peaceful beauty of the pine forest.
Khanh Son offers unique cloud hunting and waterfall bathing experiences for anyone who comes to travel
Khanh Son Pine Forest has a beauty that is not inferior to its "neighbor" Da Lat, a must-visit destination for "chill-loving backpackers"
6.3. Experiencing the Cultural Beauty of the Raglai People
Khanh Son not only has beautiful nature but is also home to the Raglai ethnic people, with unique and distinctive traditional cultural features. Visiting Khanh Son, tourists have the opportunity to learn about Raglai culture, enjoy traditional folk songs and dances, and participate in unique cultural festivals of the people.
Exploring Raglai culture is an interesting and meaningful experience, helping visitors understand more about the cultural diversity of Vietnam, and appreciate the traditional cultural values of ethnic minorities.
Explore the unique Raglai village culture in Khanh Son
Khanh Hoa is a diverse and attractive tourist destination, with blue seas, beautiful islands, majestic mountains and forests, and valuable historical and cultural relics. Whether you are a sea lover, passionate about exploring nature, or want to learn about history and culture, Khanh Hoa tourism can meet all your interests and desires. Come to Khanh Hoa to discover and experience the wonderful things that this beautiful land has to offer!