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Best Beaches in Vietnam

The 14 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.

The places, most named first

From the 8 guides that rank for "best beaches in vietnam"

Named by 8 of 81. Mui NeBinh Thuan, VietnamKitesurfing is the draw, with good wind conditions from late October to April.A three-hour train ride from Ho Chi Minh City, so easy for a beach break.
Named by 7 of 82. Nha TrangKhanh Hoa, VietnamA large city on a bay and arguably the country's most famous beach destination; fine most of the year.Its six km golden-sand beach is the city's main draw, with island-hopping and snorkeling trips on offer.
Named by 6 of 83. Phu QuocKien Giang, VietnamAn island fringed with white-sand beaches, with a jungle interior, that has grown into a major beach escape.Southern islands like Phu Quoc and Con Dao are best from October to May.Best time to visit Phu Quoc

Named by 6 of 84. Con DaoBa Ria-Vung Tau, VietnamCon Son, the largest island of the chain of 15, is ringed with beaches, coral reefs and bays.A short flight from the mainland, with secluded resorts and a long season from October to May.

Named by 5 of 85. My Khe BeachDa Nang, VietnamA long soft-sand city beach, 10 to 15 minutes from Da Nang center and airport, with lifeguards.Fine white sand and good swimming, according to a Lonely Planet roundup reported by VOV.

Named by 4 of 86. An Bang BeachHoi An, VietnamA laid-back beach about 10 minutes from Hoi An, with beach bars and calm waves.Lonely Planet called it one of the country's most happening and enjoyable beaches.

Named by 3 of 87. Doc Let BeachKhanh Hoa, VietnamAn 18 km stretch of chalk-white sand and shallow turquoise water.

Named by 3 of 88. Ho Coc BeachBa Ria-Vung Tau, VietnamGolden sand and clear water, about two and a half hours from Ho Chi Minh City, stretching nearly 10 km.

Named by 3 of 89. Lang Co BeachHue, VietnamListed between Hue and Da Nang, and counted among the famous beaches.

Named by 2 of 810. Hoi An beaches (Cua Dai)Quang Nam, VietnamCua Dai is the beach closest to Hoi An and a base for exploring the old town.Central beaches are best from late March to early September.

Named by 2 of 811. Quy NhonBinh Dinh, VietnamQuy Nhon Beach and Bai Xep, south of the town, are both on one roundup's top ten.A coast-to-coast motorbike ride from Quy Nhon to Hoi An or Da Nang is suggested.

Named by 2 of 812. Bai Sao BeachPhu Quoc and Con Dao, VietnamDescribed as white sand with little crowding, also called Star Beach.One list calls it the best beach on Phu Quoc, with little tourist development.

13. Cham IslandsQuang Nam, VietnamNo hotels on the islands, but good snorkeling from April to August as a day trip from Hoi An.

14. Cat BaHai Phong, VietnamListed as a northern beach spot; the north is best from May to August.

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When to go

Travel guides most often name March to April as the best time to visit Vietnam.

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Questions people ask

Which is nicer, North or South Vietnam?: For beaches, the south suits dry season November to April, while the north is best May to August.
Can you swim at beaches in Vietnam?: Yes. Central coast swimming is best from March to August, with sunny dry conditions.

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Best Beaches in Vietnam: 14 Places, Ranked by How Many Guides Name Them