20 Best Beaches in Vietnam

Co To - Quang Ninh

Co To Island is located in the East of Quang Ninh province, about 80km from the mainland. This beautiful tropical beach has a wonderful shore with white sand and blue, crystal-like water. It is also considered as a sea paradise of North Vietnam.
Coming to Co To Island, tourists have an opportunity to join a lot of activities and admire beautiful scenes. Dawn and sunset are the most ideal times to see the charms of the island and take the best photos. If you get up early and take a relaxing walk on the beaches, you can witness the bustling atmosphere of fishing boats returning home from the sea. You can also get an insight into the daily life of the local fishermen here.

Quan Lan Beach, Quang Ninh

A long skinny island on the outer fringes of Ha Long Bay, Quan Lan’s main attractions are the empty, sandy, and relatively clean beaches lining its east coast. Few specific sights in this area mean the beaches are relatively deserted – prepare to find yourself engaging even more closely with locals than you’re used to.

Halong Bay, Quang Ninh

Listed as one of 7 Natural Wonders of the World as well as recognized by the UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1994 with over 1,600 limestone islands and cliffs, Ha Long Bay deserves to be one of your best attractions if you are planning to travel to Vietnam.
From March to October is the best time to come to Ha Long Bay because the weather will be cool and pleasant. Coming here, tourists will have a good chance to immerse in the vividly amazing panorama of landscapes, take exotic photos with emerald water, cool countless caves and unique grottoes resembling fantastic scenes, go kayaking at your own pace and visit some unique fishing villages such as Vung Vieng, Yen Duc… in Halong Bay.

Cat Ba Island – Hai Phong

Cat Ba is the largest island and the paradise of relaxation in the Gulf of Tonkin. Surrounded by Bai Tu Long Bay and Ha Long Bay, this commercial tourism hub attracts a number of travelers who want to explore the beautiful natural scenery of sea and island. Moreover, there are three small beaches named Cat Co 1, 2, 3 with soft yellow sand and crystal clear water, luminous waves and bracing winds. While Cat Co 1 and 3 are linked by a cliffside path that’s great to stroll anytime, day or night, the other is a quieter retreat, perfect for romantic getaways.

Thuan An Beach, Hue

Thuan An beach is situated on the spectacular Tam Giang – Cau Hai Lagoon, in the northeast of Hue. It is far about 15km from Hue city center and due to its close distance, Thuan An is a top choice for locals, especially during the summer.

Though Thuan An does not possess stunning scenic nature like many other top beaches of Vietnam, it is a nice and pleasant beach with a long stretch of sand and especially splendid sunset. Coming here, you can hang around with the locals, get to know the life and culture in Vietnam, and enjoy your holiday away from the bustling life. The beach is also an exciting place for tourists after visiting pagodas, tombs, temples and other scenery of Hue City.

My Khe Beach, Danang

My Khe Beach, recognized as the best beach in Da Nang City, is located about 6km southeast of Da Nang and about 24km north of Hoi An. In 2005, it was voted as one of six most charming beaches on the planet Forbes Magazine.
With 900m in length, My Khe Beach is famous for blue sky, white gentle slope sandbank, mild waves, clear warm water all year round and beautiful areas surrounded by coconut trees. It is definitely an ideal place for relaxing, sightseeing, swimming, surfing, sunbathing and taking the best photos.

There are also many hotels, homestays, luxurious resorts and hotels nearby the beach, creating good conditions for tourists to relax on the seashores. And don’t forget to taste many kinds of fresh seafood such as shrimps, fish, crabs, cuttlefish, squids, abalones, etc. at the hundreds of restaurants and stalls with reasonable prices.

Non Nuoc Beach, Da Nang

Non Nuoc is a dusty, unkempt village, inhabited since the fifteenth century by stone carvers. Follow the paved road east from the village and you reach Non Nuoc Beach, a pleasant and a stretch of beach that competes for business with its northern neighbor, My Khe. A note of warning, however: there’s a powerful undertow off this coast, so riptides are particularly dangerous.

An Bang Beach, Hoi An, Quang Nam

An Bang Beach is one of the few stretches of beach in Hoi An. It is relatively unspoiled by development, making it a popular option for soaking up the sun and enjoying an array of seaside activities.
Unlike other beautiful beaches in Vietnam, An Bang beach is peaceful, still pristine and suitable for both locals and tourists who are looking for a place of relaxing. The most attractive thing to travelers is the wild beauty of white smooth sand, green trees along the beach and several bamboo basket boats. Also, it is a home to many beachfront resorts, seafood restaurants, hippy bars you can find easily along the coastline.

Coming here, you can take part in some of the most popular activities such as swimming, paddle-boarding, and surfing. If you’re looking to learn how to surf during your visit, there are plenty of board rentals, surf and stand-up paddling classes offered by An Bang Beach’s expat surfing community.

Cham Island, Quang Nam

Lying 18km offshore from Hoi An, the Cham Islands (known locally as Cu Lao Cham) occupies beautiful sand beaches, forested hills, and breathtaking landscapes. It is a group of 8 small islands, which has been recognized by UNESCO as the World Biosphere Reserve (Cu Lao Cham Marine Park).
With the picturesque and pristine setting, it offers a wide variety of leisure activities such as camping, swimming and sunbathing on the long white sandy beaches. For those who are keen on exploring the corals and colorful marine life, there are available facilities for water sports like swimming, water skiing, paragliding, kayaking, kite flying, snorkeling and scuba diving.

Quy Nhon Beach, Binh Dinh

Quy Nhon, a relatively tourist-free seaport town, attracts tourists by the combined beauty among verdant mountainous sceneries and spectacular beaches. Known as more romantic, tranquil, peaceful, pristine beach with golden soft sand, turquoise water, and tropical palms, Quy Nhon is a good place to get away from bustling life.
There are a handful of landmarks in the city, one of which is the gigantic statue of Tran Hung Dao, that provides for a nice scope to walk around. Down south, the beaches are quieter and make for great romantic locations.

Nha Trang Beach

Nha Trang is a coastal city and capital of Khanh Hoa Province. It is well-known for its pristine beaches and excellent scuba diving and is fast becoming a popular destination for international tourists.

Beaches in Nha Trang are spread out around the beach resort city, offering a myriad of sightseeing and recreational activities for visitors looking to soak up the sun during their holiday. You can enjoy a variety of exciting activities such as sailboat racing, island hopping, surfing, snorkeling, scuba-diving and water sports.

Doc Let Beach, Nha Trang

Located about 45km from Nha Trang City, Doc Let is a tranquil beach with smooth white sand and shallow turquoise water. It is an ideal place for swimming and escaping from the bustling city life. Just about 3km from Doc Let Beach, tourists can visit Ninh Thuy fishing village, Ninh Diem salt fields, meet and talk with the local people or take a rest in the shade of coconut palms and poplars. Don’t forget to try some specialties here such as fresh crabs, oysters…

Ninh Chu Beach, Ninh Thuan

Ninh Chu Beach is located 5km east of Phan Rang - Thap Cham City in Ninh Thuan Province. It is famous for its 10km of white sands happed like a crescent moon, turquoise water, and green pine trees. Less popular with tourists than Mui Ne or Nha Trang beach, Ninh Chu beach still provides a quiet midweek stop, good for swimming, sunbathing and beach games in general. It is also an ideal place for a getaway from the hectic way of life and entertains yourself freely in the cool and blue water.

Mui Ne Beach, Phan Thiet

Mui Ne is the most prominent coastal resort town in Phan Thiet with 15km sandy beach. Here is a picturesque of coastline including swaying palm trees, colorful fishing boats and some traditional fishing villages - a popular getaway for tourists and locals alike. Thanks to its rock-free waters and steady wind conditions in the dry season from November to March, it is a top destination for windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing, kayaking and other water sports.

Doi Duong Beach, Phan Thiet

Doi Duong is a lovely beach on the edge of Phan Thiet City. This is the public place, so you don't have to pay for anything to enjoy the atmosphere, except parking fee when you go with the motorbike. Doi Duong beach with white sand beaches and hills interspersed slant distance to the sea. Sea shallow, fine sand, sea calm, blue water, the natural environment here is very fresh.

Vung Tau Beach, Ba Ria – Vung Tau

Located about 125km from Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau has long been known as one of the most famous beaches in South Vietnam and become a very popular destination for weekend trips.
There are up to 4 beaches in Vung Tau, namely Front Beach (Bai Truoc), Back Beach (Bai Sau), Pineapple Beach (Bai Dua) and Mulberry Beach (Bai Dau). Each beach is named in accordance with their geographic location in relation with the city center. As such, each beach is unique in their surroundings and thus will vary your experience with the city. One common plus is that all beaches are clean and safe for leisure activities.

Con Dao Island, Ba Ria – Vung Tau

This island is known for not only the famous prison system established and ran by French colonist and American military but also the lovely romantic beaches and the beauty of the wild nature. Ranked 4th in the top 10 must-see places in Asia in 2016 by Lonely Planet magazine, the island has now become an international charming tourism destination for tourists worldwide to explore.
Home to beautiful, unspoiled beaches, a fresh and delicious cuisine and a rich biodiversity, Con Dao island promises to be the ideal vacation destination. It is also an ideal destination in Vietnam for swimming and exploring.

Long Beach, Phu Quoc Island

As its name, Long Beach is the longest beach in Phu Quoc Island with a 20km stretch of soft yellow sand with green coconut palm lines. Herein you can find many swanky beachfront resorts, beachfront restaurants, coffee shops and bars where to have a shortstop and contemplate the classic tropical beach view. Long Beach is ideal for sunbathing, swimming, kayaking, and jet skiing or exploring traditional fishing villages and pearl farms located on the southern end of the beach.

Sao Beach, Phu Quoc Island

Located just 25km from Duong Dong, the island's capital, Sao Beach is the relaxed tropical lifestyle, quiet secluded beach, unspoiled nature, abundant amenities and easy access to the An Thoi archipelago. This is an ideal place for a day trip or a longer stay.
Sao Beach often gets pretty crowded on sunny days during the peak season (from December to March). But this still doesn’t detract from the exotic beauty. It has an extraordinary scenic and stands out with endless white fine sand and the graceful coconut trees shadowed the turquoise seawater.

Here, tourists will have an opportunity to immerse in the fresh air from the cool breeze blowing from the sea. It brings moments of relaxation and tranquility for tourists. Wandering along the beach to observe sunrise or salute faint sunlight at the end of the day will be the moments that you wish you could freeze.

Nam Du Island, Kien Giang

Nam Du Archipelago, around 40km away from Phu Quoc Island, has become an inviting tourist attraction for those who look for pristine tropical beaches. The immense blue sea and sky, imposing mountains erupting amidst the ocean, endless evergreen primeval forests, long stunning beaches and splendid rock cliffs of Nam Du Archipelago have seen it compared to the “new wonder of the world” that is Halong Bay.