Weekend in Qui Nhon

How to spend 2 days in Qui Nhon — a Friday-to-Sunday plan covering the highlights without the tourist-trap detours. Built from real attraction data.

Friday Evening

Arrive and Settle In

Friday evening is for arriving, checking in, and getting oriented. Keep it simple — a short walk to get your bearings, then dinner near the hotel.

Qui Nhon Beach (Public Section)

Free 200m from centre

Long stretch of golden sand along the main coastal road. Calm water, scattered fishing boats, and a promenade with benches.

Tip: Walk north past the crowded hotel frontage. The sand gets cleaner and quieter beyond the Eurowindow apartments.

Qui Nhon Night Market (Promenade Section)

Free 400m from centre

Evening market running along the beachfront. Stalls sell cheap street food, fresh juice, clothes, and souvenirs. Good for people-watching.

Tip: Skip the overpriced trinkets. Head straight to the grilled seafood carts at the north end — squid and scallops on skewers for 15,000–20,000 VND.

Friday dinner pick

Gió biển
Saturday — Full Day

The Main Sights

Saturday is your main sightseeing day. Start early to beat the crowds at the top attractions, then take the afternoon at a slower pace.

1

Long Khanh Pagoda

Free Daily 06:00–18:00

Active Buddhist temple with a towering statue of Buddha on a lotus throne. The main hall has intricate carvings and a large bronze bell.

Tip: Climb the spiral stairs inside the east tower for a broad view over the city and the sea. No entrance fee but dress modestly.

2

Thap Doi (Twin Towers of Qui Nhon)

Free Daily 07:00–17:00

Pair of 12th-century Cham towers on a grassy hill. Brick structures with carved lintels and a quiet courtyard.

Tip: Go just before sunset. The light hits the sandstone carvings well and there are rarely any crowds.

3

Binh Dinh Museum

0 Tue–Sun 07:30–11:30, 13:30–17:

Modest two-floor museum with Cham stone carvings, pottery, and local history exhibits. Air-conditioned rooms help escape the heat.

Tip: Entry is 10,000 VND (roughly 40p). The Cham linga collection in the back hall is the highlight. Allow 45 minutes.

Saturday dining

Lunch Tính Tam (Chay)
Dinner Thanh Vân
Sunday Morning

Before You Leave

Sunday morning, before checkout, is for the things you didn't fit in on Saturday — or a slower revisit of the place you liked most.

Sunday brunch

M cafe

Getting Around Qui Nhon

taxi
Grab Car

Anywhere in Qui Nhon → Ý Linh Hotel

From £12,000 VND per km 10 min
taxi
Phu Cat Airport Taxi

Phu Cat Airport (UIH) → Ý Linh Hotel (Qui Nhon city centre)

From £250,000 VND 35 min
bus
Airport Shuttle Bus

Phu Cat Airport → Qui Nhon Bus Station (near Ý Linh Hotel)

From £50,000 VND 45 min
bus
City Bus Route 01

Qui Nhon Bus Station → Tran Hung Dao Street (5-min walk to Ý Linh)

From £7,000 VND 15 min

Where to Stay for a Qui Nhon Weekend

For a short break, stay central — walking distance to the main sights saves hours across a 2-day itinerary.

Weekend in Qui Nhon — FAQ

Is a weekend enough to see Qui Nhon?

A weekend (2 full days) is enough to cover the highlights of Qui Nhon. You can see the main attractions, eat at a couple of good restaurants and get a real feel for the city — as long as you prioritise well. This guide is structured to help you do exactly that.

When is the best weekend to visit Qui Nhon?

See our full best time to visit Qui Nhon guide. For a weekend break, shoulder season (spring and autumn) typically offers the best balance of good weather, manageable crowds and reasonable hotel prices.

Where should I stay for a weekend in Qui Nhon?

For a short break, stay as central as possible — walking distance to the main sights saves significant time and lets you head out after dinner without worrying about transport. See the best hotels in Qui Nhon for rated options. TripSage's free briefings tell you the specific rooms to request at each property.

How do I get around Qui Nhon for a weekend?

The main transport options in Qui Nhon include Grab Car and Phu Cat Airport Taxi. For a short stay, walking and public transport are usually the most time-efficient combination — parking in most city centres adds cost and delays.

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