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A guide to Nha Trang attractions: opening hours, admission fees, and how to get there
Travel from Cam Ranh Airport into the city, explore downtown sights and the beach, then add an island tour or mud spa.
Admission fees and opening hours at a glance
| Attraction | Admission fee | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| Po Nagar Cham Towers · Po Nagar Cham Towers · Tháp Bà Ponagar (Tháp Po Nagar) | Adults: 30,000 VND | Daily 06:00–17:30 |
| Long Son Pagoda · Long Son Pagoda · Chùa Long Sơn | Free | 07:00–17:30 |
| Nha Trang Cathedral (Stone Church) · Nha Trang Cathedral (Stone Church) · Nhà thờ chính tòa Kitô Vua (Nhà thờ Núi / Nhà thờ Đá) | Free | Mon–Sat approx. 05:30–17:00; Sun approx. 05:00–07:00 and 11:00–16:30 |
| Nha Trang Beach and Tran Phu Promenade · Nha Trang Beach and Tran Phu Promenade · Bãi biển Trần Phú (Bãi biển Nha Trang) | Free public beach access | |
| Dam Market · Dam Market · Chợ Đầm | No admission fee | Daily 05:00–18:30 |
| National Oceanographic Museum (Institute of Oceanography) · National Oceanographic Museum (Institute of Oceanography) · Bảo tàng Hải dương học (Viện Hải dương học) | Adults: 40,000 VND | Daily 06:00–18:00 |
| Hon Mun–Hon Tam Island Hopping Boat Trip · Hon Mun–Hon Tam Island Hopping Boat Trip · Tour đảo Hòn Mun – Hòn Tằm | Adults: 810,000 VND per person (group tour example; a 10% fuel surcharge is listed separately for April 2026) | Varies by operator; confirmed schedule 08:30–15:30 |
| VinWonders Nha Trang (Hon Tre) and Cable Car/Ferry · VinWonders Nha Trang (Hon Tre) and Cable Car/Ferry · VinWonders Nha Trang; Đảo Hòn Tre | Standard foreign adult ticket with round-trip cable car: 1,050,000 VND; after 16:00: 700,000 VND | Park 09:00–20:00 |
| Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath · Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath · Tắm bùn khoáng nóng Tháp Bà; Trung tâm Suối khoáng nóng Tháp Bà | Basic adult mineral bath from 108,000 VND | Daily 07:30–17:00 |
| I-Resort Nha Trang Hot Mineral Springs and Mud Bath · I-Resort Nha Trang Hot Mineral Springs and Mud Bath · Suối khoáng nóng I-Resort Nha Trang | Daily 08:00–17:30 | |
| Hon Chong Promontory · Hon Chong Promontory · Danh thắng Hòn Chồng – Hòn Đỏ | Daily 06:00–18:00 | |
| Bai Dai Beach (Long Beach) · Bai Dai Beach (Long Beach) · Bãi Dài |
What are the admission fee and dress code for Po Nagar Cham Towers?
Po Nagar Cham Towers · Po Nagar Cham Towers · Tháp Bà Ponagar (Tháp Po Nagar) is a complex of brick temple ruins built during the Champa Kingdom and a sacred site dedicated to the Cham goddess Po Nagar. Explore the towers and carvings to learn about Cham architecture and local beliefs.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 06:00–17:30 |
| Admission fee | Adults: 30,000 VND |
| Dress code | Modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees is recommended. Visitors wearing revealing clothes may be asked to use a cover-up at the entrance. |
| How to get there | Head north from central Nha Trang. |
- Please keep quiet in worship areas and arrive in the late afternoon before admission closes.
What are Long Son Pagoda’s opening hours and worship hall etiquette?
Long Son Pagoda · Long Son Pagoda · Chùa Long Sơn is one of Nha Trang’s oldest Buddhist temples and is also known locally as the White Buddha Pagoda. The temple grounds and the white Buddha statue on the hill are among the city’s best-known religious and cultural sights.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | 07:00–17:30 |
| Admission fee | Free |
| Dress code | Modest clothing is recommended. Remove your shoes before entering the main hall. |
| How to get there | The address is on 22–23 Tháng 10 Street. |
- Wear comfortable shoes if you plan to climb the steps to the hilltop statue.
What are Nha Trang Cathedral’s admission fee and visiting hours?
Nha Trang Cathedral (Stone Church) · Nha Trang Cathedral (Stone Church) · Nhà thờ chính tòa Kitô Vua (Nhà thờ Núi / Nhà thờ Đá) is a Catholic church dedicated to Christ the King, built in Gothic style from stone on a hill. Locally, it is also called the Mountain Church or Stone Church, and it is used for Mass and prayer.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Mon–Sat approx. 05:30–17:00; Sun approx. 05:00–07:00 and 11:00–16:30. Tourist access may depend on Mass and on-site operations. |
| Admission fee | Free |
| Dress code | Modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees is recommended. Please keep quiet during Mass. |
| How to get there | About 1 km from Tran Phu Beach Road; the walk is listed as about 5 minutes. |
- Visitor access and photography may be restricted during Mass, so check the notices on site before your visit.
- Visitor access hours may vary, so the doors may be closed or Mass may be in progress.
Is Nha Trang Beach and the Tran Phu Promenade free?
Nha Trang Beach and Tran Phu Promenade · Nha Trang Beach and Tran Phu Promenade · Bãi biển Trần Phú (Bãi biển Nha Trang) is the city’s best-known public beach, stretching along the downtown coast. Swim or stroll along the beach and promenade, and explore the nearby hotels and shops.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Admission fee | Free public beach access |
| How to get there | It is on the Tran Phu waterfront in central Nha Trang and can be reached on foot from nearby accommodation. |
- Check the flags and safety signs before swimming, and stay out of the water when a red flag is flying.
- Public access is reported to have improved after some commercial facilities were removed. Check the waves and designated safe areas on site that day.
What are Dam Market’s opening hours and shopping tips?
Dam Market · Dam Market · Chợ Đầm is a traditional market in central Nha Trang, selling seafood, local specialties, and souvenirs. It is also known for its circular architecture, reminiscent of a lotus flower, so you can browse the market as well as shop.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 05:00–18:30 |
| Admission fee | No admission fee |
| How to get there | The walk from central Tran Phu Beach to the market is listed as about 30 minutes. |
- Check the price and weight before you buy.
- The closure of the original circular market building and operations at a nearby new market have been reported, so check which areas are open when you visit.
What are the National Oceanographic Museum’s admission fee and opening hours?
The National Oceanographic Museum (Institute of Oceanography) · National Oceanographic Museum (Institute of Oceanography) · Bảo tàng Hải dương học (Viện Hải dương học) is an exhibition space run by Vietnam’s Institute of Oceanography. See marine specimens and aquariums, along with exhibits about marine ecosystems and the institute’s work.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 06:00–18:00 |
| Admission fee | Adults: 40,000 VND |
| How to get there | It is on the institute grounds at Cầu Đá. |
- Arrive with time to spare, as ticket sales may end before closing. Check with the ticket office if you plan to visit late.
- The “Mysteries of the Ocean” exhibition opened in September 2025.
What are the times and prices for the Hon Mun–Hon Tam island tour?
The Hon Mun–Hon Tam Island Hopping Boat Trip · Hon Mun–Hon Tam Island Hopping Boat Trip · Tour đảo Hòn Mun – Hòn Tằm is a full-day boat tour that combines snorkeling in the marine protected area around Hon Mun with a beach visit and mud hot spring at Hon Tam. Inclusions and schedules vary by operator, so check the details of your chosen package.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Varies by operator; a confirmed group tour schedule is 08:30–15:30. |
| Admission fee | Adults: 810,000 VND per person (group tour example; a 10% fuel surcharge is listed separately for April 2026). |
| Dress code | Swimwear and clothes suitable for getting wet are recommended. Swimwear is required for mud baths and pool use. |
| How to get there | Arrange pickup from your hotel on Tran Phu Beach Road, or travel to Vĩnh Trường Port to board the boat. The confirmed tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off. |
- If you get seasick, bring motion sickness medicine before departure, along with a waterproof bag and a change of clothes.
- Diving around Hon Mun may be restricted or temporarily suspended, so check with your tour operator whether snorkeling and diving are available. Boat trips may be canceled if the sea is rough.
Does the VinWonders ticket include the cable car?
VinWonders Nha Trang (Hon Tre) and Cable Car/Ferry · VinWonders Nha Trang (Hon Tre) and Cable Car/Ferry is a large theme park on Hon Tre Island, with rides, a water park, an aquarium, gardens, and shows. Cross the sea from the mainland by cable car; maintenance or weather conditions may lead to replacement transport by speedboat or canoe.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Park 09:00–20:00. Cable car hours may vary according to notices. |
| Admission fee | Standard foreign adult ticket (height 140 cm or above) with round-trip cable car: 1,050,000 VND; entry after 16:00: 700,000 VND. |
| Dress code | Wear regular clothing, and bring swimwear if you plan to use the water park. |
| How to get there | Take Grab or a taxi from Tran Phu Beach Road to the Vinpearl Harbour cable car terminal, then take the cable car to the island. The one-way ride takes about 8 minutes. |
- Check the official notices on the day of your visit for operating changes and cable car maintenance updates.
- According to the official notice, the cable car is scheduled to be temporarily suspended from October 26 to November 10, 2026. Check whether replacement boat transport will be available during the suspension.
- The admission ticket includes a round-trip cable car ride.
What are Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath’s prices and dress code?
Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath · Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath · Tắm bùn khoáng nóng Tháp Bà; Trung tâm Suối khoáng nóng Tháp Bà offers mineral mud baths, hot spring baths, and mineral water pools. Packages range from shared to private tubs, so choose one that suits the facilities you want to use.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 07:30–17:00 |
| Admission fee | Basic adult mineral bath from 108,000 VND; prices vary by package. |
| Dress code | You may wear swimwear, or a sleeveless top with shorts above the knee. Jeans and wool clothing are not allowed for bathing. |
| How to get there | Take Grab or a taxi from Tran Phu Beach Road to the facility on Ngô Đến Street to the north. |
- Bring swimwear and flip-flops, and remove silver jewelry that may discolor in the mineral water.
- The official information lists year-round operations. Check for any changes to facility hours before setting out.
What are I-Resort Mud Spa’s opening hours and visitor rules?
I-Resort Nha Trang Hot Mineral Springs and Mud Bath · I-Resort Nha Trang Hot Mineral Springs and Mud Bath · Suối khoáng nóng I-Resort Nha Trang is a hot spring resort with mineral mud baths, hot spring baths, pools, a water park, and jacuzzis. Basic hot spring admission and private mud baths are sold as separate packages.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 08:00–17:30. Ticket sales and admission stop after 16:30, and the water park closes after 17:00. |
| Dress code | You may wear swimwear or a bikini, or a sleeveless top with shorts above the knee. Jeans, khaki clothing, long or thick clothing, and clothes with buttons, zippers, or hard decorations are not allowed. |
| How to get there | Take Grab or a taxi from Tran Phu Beach Road to the resort in the Xuân Ngọc area. It is about 4 km from the city center. |
- Ticket sales end at 16:30, so avoid arriving late in the afternoon.
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed, so plan to use the on-site facilities.
What are Hon Chong Promontory’s opening hours and how do you get there?
Hon Chong Promontory · Hon Chong Promontory · Danh thắng Hòn Chồng – Hòn Đỏ is a scenic site on the coast of Nha Trang Bay, with layered rock formations, Hon Bo Rock, and the Nha Trang Bay Assembly Hall. Enjoy the paths between the rocks and the sea views while exploring the area’s natural landscape and local legends.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | Daily 06:00–18:00 |
| Dress code | Regular sightseeing clothes and shoes with good grip are recommended. |
| How to get there | Head north from Tran Phu Beach Road to the Hon Chong entrance on Phạm Văn Đồng Street. |
- The rocks may be slippery, so watch your footing when climbing onto rocks near the sea.
How do you get to Bai Dai Beach?
Bai Dai Beach (Long Beach) · Bai Dai Beach (Long Beach) · Bãi Dài is a long sandy beach on the coast of Cam Lam, with both quiet stretches and resort areas. Some sections have relatively shallow, calm water, offering a different atmosphere from the city beach.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dress code | Swimwear and light clothing suitable for the beach are recommended. |
| How to get there | From Tran Phu Beach Road, you can take the GrabCar Bai Dai–Nha Trang fixed route or hire a car. The listed minimum one-way fare for the first 34 km on Grab is 284,727 VND for a 4-seater and 314,182 VND for a 7-seater. Check the app for the actual fare. |
- Some sections are private beach areas while others are open to the public. Set your destination as a specific beach entrance or restaurant, and confirm your return ride in advance.
- Check the sea conditions that day, including waves and rip currents, and follow the safety guidance on site.
How do you get from Cam Ranh Airport to central Nha Trang?
Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR) is about 35 km south of central Nha Trang by road, and the drive into town takes about 45–60 minutes. After arrival, take bus 18, a taxi, or Grab, depending on your destination.
- Bus 18 passes the 19/8 Stadium and stops on Trần Hưng Đạo, Nguyễn Thiện Thuật, and Trần Quang Khải streets. A one-way ride costs 50,000 VND and takes about 50–60 minutes.
- Check Grab fares in the app when booking. A reference fare of 300,000–350,000 VND is commonly listed for trips from the airport to the Tran Phu Street area.
- Guests heading to Vinpearl, VinWonders, or Vinpearl Harbour should check the VinBus 16-2 airport boarding point at pillars 8–9 in the waiting lane.
FAQ
Is there a combined admission ticket for Nha Trang attractions?
Plan your visits using the attraction and tour prices listed here. The standard VinWonders admission ticket includes a round-trip cable car ride.
What should you wear at temples and the cathedral?
Modest clothing that covers your shoulders and knees is recommended at Po Nagar Cham Towers and Nha Trang Cathedral. Remove your shoes before entering the main hall at Long Son Pagoda.
What should you bring for an island tour or mud spa?
For an island tour, bring swimwear, a waterproof bag, and a change of clothes. For a mud spa, bring swimwear and flip-flops. At I-Resort, ticket sales and admission stop after 16:30.
How should you choose the best time to visit Nha Trang’s attractions?
For attractions with set opening hours, plan around the opening and last admission times shown in the table. For island tours, check sea conditions and whether the tour is operating before departure.
Official sources & check dates
- Po Nagar Cham Towers – A Millennium-Old Heritage (Khánh Hòa tourism portal) · 2026-10-28
- Xem múa Chăm và nhạc cụ Chăm ở Tháp Bà Po Nagar, Nha Trang · 2026-10-28
- Long Son Pagoda (Khánh Hòa tourism portal) · 2026-10-28
- Khám phá chùa Long Sơn – Viên ngọc trên đỉnh đồi vượt thời gian của Nha Trang · 2026-10-28
- Nha Trang Cathedral: fee, hours, how to get there · 2026-10-28
- Nha Trang Cathedral Mass Times and Visiting Guide · 2026-10-28
- Vẻ đẹp bãi biển Trần Phú Nha Trang (Khánh Hòa portal) · 2026-10-28
- Bãi tắm Trần Phú · 2026-10-28
- Nha Trang beach reopens to public after resort removal · 2026-10-28
- Ăn Gì, Mua Gì Ở Chợ Đầm Nha Trang (Khánh Hòa portal) · 2026-10-28
- Dam Market Nha Trang: Hours, Old vs New Market, Wings · 2026-10-28
- Oceanography Museum Nha Trang: Tickets and Hours · 2026-10-28
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- Hon Tam Nha Trang — 섬 투어 상품과 요금 · 2026-10-28
- VinWonders Nha Trang 공식 사이트 — 운영시간 · 2026-10-28
- VinWonders Nha Trang — 입장권 가격 및 규정 · 2026-10-28
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- Thap Ba Mud Bath — Regulations · 2026-10-28
- Vietnam Tourism — Thap Ba Hot Spring Mud Bath · 2026-10-28
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- I-Resort 공식 2026 가격표 · 2026-10-28
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- 칸호아성 디지털 관광 플랫폼 — Hon Chong Promontory · 2026-10-28
- InterContinental Nha Trang — 혼총 관광 안내 · 2026-10-28
- GoVietnam — Bãi Dài 해변 소개·위치 · 2026-10-28
- Grab Vietnam — Bãi Dài–Nha Trang 고정 노선 요금 · 2026-10-28
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Site updated: 2026-10-28