Travel Guide to Quy Nhơn: A to Z (Updated May 2023)

Mytour presents a travel guide to Quy Nhơn with valuable information on transportation, prominent landmarks, and famous local products. We hope this guide will accompany you on your upcoming Quy Nhơn adventures.

Travel Guide to Quy Nhơn: A to Z (Updated May 2023)

Quy Nhơn – Bình Định is located in the South Central Coast region of Vietnam. It's approximately 1,065km north of the capital Hanoi and 649km south of Ho Chi Minh City. From these two major cities, you can travel to Quy Nhơn using various transportation options:

By Plane

Currently, airlines like Vietnam Airlines, Jetstar, Vietjet Air, etc., operate flights to Phu Cat Airport, which is about 30km from Quy Nhơn. There are two daily flights from Ho Chi Minh City and one from Hanoi. Ticket prices range from 470,000 to 2 million VND. The flight duration is approximately 60 minutes.

From Phu Cat Airport, to reach Quy Nhơn, you can take the airport shuttle provided by Phu Cat Airport (pick-up at 1 Nguyen Tat Thanh). The travel time is approximately 50 minutes, and the fee is 50,000 VND/way. Alternatively, you can opt for a taxi, costing around 400,000 VND. To save costs, you may choose to share the taxi with other passengers and split the fare evenly.

By Train

From Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhơn – Binh Dinh, there are numerous North-South trains passing through Binh Dinh province and stopping at Dieu Tri station. You can choose the train as part of your journey to the land of martial arts, Binh Dinh. To get the exact schedule, you can contact the ticket office in your area for accurate departure and arrival times.

From HCMC, it takes about 10 hours to reach Dieu Tri. From Dieu Tri, a 30-minute taxi ride to Quy Nhơn costs around 200,000 VND. Taxi fare varies from 500,000 to 800,000 VND, depending on the type of ticket you purchase. To save money, you can also negotiate rideshare options with other passengers heading to the city.

By Bus

Several high-quality bus companies operate routes from Hanoi – Quy Nhơn, Binh Dinh, and Ho Chi Minh City – Quy Nhơn, Binh Dinh. You can consider the following options:

– Phuong Trang Bus Company:

+ In Ho Chi Minh City, the office is located at: 272 De Tham, District 1. Contact number: (08) 38375570.

+ In Quy Nhon: 15 Tay Son, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh. Contact number: (056) 3946 538.

– Mai Linh Bus Company:

+ In Hanoi: 55 Kim Dong, P.Giap Bac, Q.Hoang Mai. Phone: (04) 36 33 66 99.

+ In Ho Chi Minh City, contact the ticket booking hotline: (08) 39 29 29 29. Hotline: 0985 29 29 29.

+ In Quy Nhon: Purchase tickets directly at Quy Nhon Bus Station. Phone: (056) 3946 099.

– Hoang Long Bus Company:

+ In Hanoi: 505 Minh Khai, phone (04) 3987.5410; 28 Tran Nhat Duat, phone (04) 39.28.28.28; Luong Yen Bus Station – No. 1 Nguyen Khoai, phone (04) 3987.7225 and 873 Giap Bat, phone (04) 3664.6617.

+ In Quy Nhon: No. 60 Tay Son – Quy Nhon. Phone: (056) 946111.

+ In Saigon: Buy tickets at the Eastern Bus Station. Phone: (08) 35113113. Or contact the office at No. 47 Pham Ngu Lao, District 1. Phone: (08)39151818.

 – Hoang Dung Bus Company

+ In Quy Nhon: No. 71 Tay Son Street, Quy Nhon.

+ In Saigon: Mien Dong Bus Station, ticket booth No. 77, 292 Dinh Bo Linh, Ward 26, Binh Thanh.

Phone: 0934.883.939 – 0988.201.152

Especially, Hoang Dung Bus Company provides shuttle service from Quy Nhon Bus Station to various points within the city.

Transportation in Quy Nhon

To travel to various tourist spots within the city of Quy Nhon, you can use buses, taxis, electric cars, or rent a motorbike.

Bus

From Phu Cat Airport to the city center of Quy Nhon, there is a bus service. If you are traveling alone or in a group of 2-3 people, this option is a cost-effective choice. Refer to the information about the Phu Cat Airport - Quy Nhon city bus route as follows:

Pick-up location: In front of the airport, on the right side.

Frequency: Runs regularly with intervals of 15-20 minutes per trip.

Duration per trip: Approximately 50 minutes.

Ticket price: 50,000 VND per one-way trip.

Route to Phu Cat Airport: Starting at 01 Nguyen Tat Thanh, follow the route through Tuy Phuoc to Phu Cat Airport, which is the final destination.

Route from Phu Cat Airport: Pick-up point at the right side of the airport, follow the route through Tuy Phuoc, drop off at 01 Nguyen Tat Thanh, Quy Nhon City.

Taxi

The advantage of this mode of transportation is more comfortable than taking the bus. When taking a taxi, the driver will drop you off directly at your hotel or destination. Currently, taxi companies like Mai Linh, Sun Taxi, Chí Thành Taxi, Dân Taxi, Hoàng Anh Taxi are available right outside the airport. The taxi fare from Phu Cat Airport to the city center of Quy Nhon ranges from 300,000 – 400,000 VND for a 4-7 seater taxi.

Taxi Mai Linh – Phone: 0256 3 838 3838:

• 4-seater car: Priced from 250,000 – 300,000 VND/trip.
• 7-seater car: Priced from 250,000 – 300,000 VND/trip.

Sun Taxi – Phone: 0256 3 546 546:

• 4-seater car: Priced from 300,000 VND/trip.
• 7-seater car: Priced from 350,000 VND/trip.

Taxi Chí Thành – Phone: 0256 3 827 888:

• 4-seater car: Priced from 200,000 – 300,000 VND/trip.

Taxi Dân – Phone: 0256 3 818 881:

• 4-seater car: Priced from 380,000 VND/trip.
• 7-seater car: Priced from 450,000 VND/trip.

Taxi Hoàng Anh – Phone: 0256 3 525 525:

• 4-seater car: Priced from 380,000 VND/trip.
• 7-seater car: Priced from 450,000 VND/trip.

Motorbike Rental

If you want to move around the city on your own, you can rent a motorbike with prices ranging from 80,000 – 160,000 VND/day. To rent a motorbike, you need to provide your ID card and a deposit of about 500,000 VND. Here are some places in Quy Nhơn where you can rent motorbikes:

Anh Trưởng Motorbike Rental Service

– Phone: 0984 276 302.

– Address: 07 Nguyễn Nhạc, Ngô Mây, Quy Nhơn City, Bình Định.

– Price Range: Manual bikes – 80,000 VND/day, automatic scooters – 120,000 VND/day.

Bảo Tú Motorbike Rental Shop

– Phone: 0935 508 767.

– Address: 537 Đống Đa, Thị Nải, Quy Nhơn City, Bình Định.

– Price Range: 110,000 – 140,000 VND/day.

Thành Đại Motorbike Rental

– Phone: 0862008424.

– Address: Zone 4, Nhơn Lý – Cát Tiến Beach, Nhơn Lý, Quy Nhơn, Bình Định.

– Price Range: Manual bikes – 100,000 VND/day, automatic scooters – 150,000 VND/day.

Thanh Danh Scooter Rental

– Phone: 097 253 72 77.

– Address: Hưng Lương, Quy Nhơn City, Bình Định.

– Price Range:

Manual bikes: 120,000 – 150,000 VND/day.

Automatic scooters: 160,000 – 180,000 VND/day.

Sport bikes starting from 350,000 VND/day.

Electric Scooters

If you're traveling within the central streets with a group of 8-15 people, you can opt for electric taxis priced at 25,000 VND/km and 250,000 VND/60 minutes. Currently, Quy Nhơn city offers two electric taxi options for travelers to consider: Sun Taxi and Quy Nhơn Electric Taxi. Sun Taxi can accommodate a maximum of 16 passengers, while Quy Nhơn Electric Taxi seats 8-9 people per vehicle.

Where to Stay in Quy Nhơn

Guesthouses and 2-star hotels in Quy Nhơn city range from 200,000 to 500,000 VND for a double room. If you prefer beachfront accommodations, look for hotels and resorts at the end of Nguyễn Huệ street, with double room prices ranging from 800,000 to around 1 million VND. For a quieter and more comfortable experience, explore hotels near Tây Sơn, An Dương Vương, and Hàn Mặc Tử streets.

You can consider the following Quy Nhơn hotels:

1. FLC Luxury Quy Nhơn

3. AVANI Quy Nhơn Resort & Spa

4. Anantara Villas Quy Nhơn Resort

Must-Visit Destinations in Quy Nhơn

“Crescent Moon” Beach in Quy Nhơn: Located right next to the city center, this main beach in Quy Nhơn curves along the crescent moon shape with a stretch of golden sand extending 5 km from Tan Cape to Ghềnh Ráng, Quy Nhơn City.

Eo Gió (Wind Strait): Situated in Nhơn Lý commune, about 20 km from Quy Nhơn city, Eo Gió is a new tourist destination that every visitor to this coastal city wants to explore. The name Eo Gió originates from the geographical shape of this area. Standing on the surrounding rocky hills and looking down, you will see a small strait shielded by the mountains, forming a beautiful bay.

Kỳ Co Beach: Located approximately 25 km from Quy Nhơn city, Kỳ Co Beach in Nhơn Lý island commune boasts a pristine beauty that is less known. Considered the “first paradise” of Nhơn Lý, Kỳ Co Beach features a wide, shallow, and calm sea with over 1 km² of pristine golden sand.

Kỳ Co is situated in Xương Lý, on the eastern side of the Triều Châu mountain range. Due to its coastal location, there are only two ways to reach this hidden gem.

From Xương Lý village (or Hưng Lương), taking a boat or canoe for about 20-30 minutes will give you the experience of floating on the waves. If you go by road, start from Suối Cả bridge, along the Triều Châu mountain slope to the South.

This is a temporary service road made by the tourist area investor for project construction and is in the final stages of completion. Therefore, the road is mostly dirt, with some steep sections suitable for experienced riders who enjoy adventure and exploration.

Hòn Khô Island: Located about 16 km from Quy Nhơn, Hòn Khô Island acts as a giant screen protecting the Nhơn Hải fishing village. During the rough sea season, Hòn Khô welcomes large waves with white foam, resembling fantastical sea flowers. In the calm sea season, Hòn Khô is charming, inviting tourists with lush green grass and fresh water cracks from the cliffs.

Cù Lao Xanh: Also known as Nhơn Châu island commune, Cù Lao Xanh is a priceless gift that nature bestowed on the land of martial arts, about 20 km from Quy Nhơn. Visitors will immerse themselves in the vast space of the sea, sky, and green islands. At sunset, tourists can enjoy a picturesque scene with small boats rocking on the waves, exploring the simple life of fishermen in the peaceful setting.

To reach Cù Lao Xanh, go to Quy Nhơn port and look for the Nhơn Châu boat. There are two trips per day at 7:30 AM and 12:30 PM. The boat ticket is 20,000 VND per person.

Trung Lương Eco-Tourism Area: About 30 km from Quy Nhơn, located east on DT 639 road in Trung Lương village, Cát Tiến commune, Phù Cát district, the Trung Lương eco-tourism area, operational since early 2016, will undoubtedly add appeal and interest to your Bình Định exploration journey. As this is still a pristine and quiet area, camping-style tourism is a wise choice for you to fully experience the beauty of this place.

Explore Hàn Mặc Tử Poetry Garden: Starting from the stone slope, also known as the Dream Instrument slope in the Ghềnh Ráng tourist area, you can walk along the winding stone path, admire the picturesque scenery here. Climbing the slope, visiting Hàn Mặc Tử's tomb, you will see poems written on large rocks in the lush green space and open forest.

Twin Towers

The Twin Towers are located on Trần Hương Đạo Street, Đống Đa Ward, Quy Nhơn city. The towers were built in the late 12th century, bearing the distinctive Champa architecture, consisting of 2 towers, with the northern tower being 20m high and the southern tower being 18m high. After various changes over time, the towers were heavily damaged. In 2008, they were invested in and restored to their original form and architecture. Today, the Twin Towers are an attractive tourist destination in Bình Định province.

Ghềnh Ráng

The fresh climate and charming scenery here were chosen by King Bảo Đại as a vacation spot from 1927. At the foot of Ghềnh Ráng is a unique beach with numerous smooth pebbles, dedicated to Queen Nam Phương, also known as the Queen's Beach. From the hillside, you can overlook the entire eastern part of Quy Nhơn city like a watercolor painting. Address of Ghềnh Ráng tourist area is 3 Hàn Mặc Tử Street.

Hòn Sẹo: A small island located southeast of Nhơn Lý commune, about 5km from the mainland. It takes about 20-30 minutes by boat or canoe. The beaches here are rounded pebble beaches (no sandy beaches), formed from eroded rocks, creating deep water and coral reefs underneath, suitable for exploring the seabed, catching various sea snails, clams, or fishing.

At Hòn Sẹo, numerous cave arches formed by mountain cliffs create stunning scenery. However, docking boats here is challenging due to coral reefs and deep water, making it difficult to move from the boat to the shore.

Thị Nại Bridge: This is the longest sea-crossing bridge in Vietnam, part of the Nhơn Hội bridge system, nearly 7 km long connecting Quy Nhơn city to Phương Mai peninsula. This majestic structure was built in 4 years and completed in 2006. The bridge includes the main span across Thị Nại lagoon, 5 small bridges over the Hà Thanh River, and the bridgehead approach. Thị Nại lagoon is also a peaceful destination with serene landscapes.

Phương Mai Sand Dunes: About 20km from the center of Quy Nhơn, right next to Nhơn Lý beach, Phương Mai Sand Dunes in Nhơn Lý commune is considered an interesting tourist destination with untapped potential. Standing on the Phương Mai peninsula, visitors are captivated by its pristine and charming beauty. Walking on the sand dunes with a height of 100m above sea level, tourists have a panoramic view of the surrounding nature. At this height, visitors can admire the winding sand ridges stretching for kilometers, the newly green dương trees, and the refreshing sea breeze creating a comfortable atmosphere.

Must-Try Delicacies in Quy Nhơn

Fish Cake Noodle Soup

Fish cake noodle soup is a well-known specialty in Quy Nhơn, available on many streets. What makes it unique is the way the noodles, fish cakes, and broth are made. The fish cake is entirely made from fresh fish with various spices. The noodle strands are made from a mixture of rice flour and wheat flour, resulting in a chewy texture and unique color. The broth is mainly cooked with fish bones and heads, creating a sweet and refreshing taste that leaves a memorable impression on diners.

Jumping Shrimp Pancake

A beloved dish, the crispy pancake is made from rice flour mixed with a touch of turmeric and coconut water. The filling consists of small but firm land shrimp. The plate of pancake presents a beautiful harmony of yellow turmeric, pale white rice cake, red shrimp, and green vegetables, creating an appealing culinary delight.

Rice Vermicelli with Pork Heart Congee

Rice vermicelli is a specialty of Bình Định, and in Quy Nhơn, you'll find numerous signs advertising pork heart congee and rice vermicelli. Although rice vermicelli and congee are distinct dishes, locals combine them to create a delightful treat. Rice vermicelli is a variation of fresh rice noodles, while the congee is cooked with a thin, blood-based broth, extracted from bones and pig hearts. The congee is both sweet and fragrant, and when enjoyed with a plate of skillfully-prepared pig hearts, it becomes an unusually delicious dish.

Grilled Pork Sausage, Spring Rolls

The delicious local market sausage is partly due to its preparation, but the main factor is the pork raised by local farmers. The sausage can be eaten with fresh herbs, rolled in rice paper, or simply enjoyed on its own to savor the unique flavor of this specialty. The preferred dipping sauce for the sausage is a mixture of diluted fish sauce with crushed peanuts, sugar, garlic, and chili, creating a thick, flavorful sauce.

Jellyfish Salad

Jellyfish ear and jellyfish foot salads are dishes favored by many tourists visiting Binh Dinh. Jellyfish ear salad is made from squeezing jellyfish ears and mixing them with various spices, peanuts, green bananas, thinly sliced bitter melon, julienne green mango, and aromatic herbs such as coriander and basil. Creating jellyfish foot salad is more intricate as it involves mixing with chicken or pork, thinly sliced along with various types of chili, finely chopped mango, roasted peanuts, and other herbs. This dish is enhanced when dipped in shrimp paste.

Mini Pancake in Cup

Mini pancakes in cups are made from rice flour, molded into small cup-shaped molds. Each Quy Nhon cupcake is only about 2 finger joints in diameter, with a large hole in the center, resembling a coin's concavity. Typically, a plate of mini pancakes contains around 10 small, adorable, white, fragrant rice cakes that are soft and not sticky. The chef then sprinkles shrimp powder, crushed peanuts, and chopped green onions on top, finishing with a dipping sauce and some crispy fried bread pieces.

Horse Mackerel Salad

With numerous ponds and lakes, Binh Dinh has created an ideal living environment for many specialty fish species, including horse mackerel. Horse mackerel can be prepared in various dishes, but local residents and visitors alike enjoy horse mackerel salad the most. Horse mackerel salad is a meticulously prepared dish, from selecting live fish to marinating with the perfect blend of spices. The salad is eaten with grilled rice paper and ginger-infused fish sauce.

Explore Delectable Eateries in Quy Nhon

– Along Xuân Diệu Street, there's an abundance of seafood restaurants for you to choose from.

–  Fish noodle soup at 35s Tran Cao Van Street, Quy Nhon City.

– Kim Dinh Smoothies: 20 Nguyen Hue Street, Quy Nhon City.

– Lagu Baguette: Alley 64 Nguyen Hue Street, Quy Nhon City (you'll find it after 10m).

– Pork heart cake noodle:

+ Mẫn Eatery 76A Tran Phu Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ Aunty Nam's Eatery 41 Nguyen Chanh Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ Porridge with Pork Heart at Hong Linh Hotel 242 Lac Long Quan Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ Near Dieu Tri Station, there are 2 fantastic places for pork heart cake noodle. One near Dieu Tri Bridge and another one right across the road leading to Dieu Tri Station.

–  Ngoc Lien Fish Noodle Soup: 379 A-B Nguyen Hue Street, Quy Nhon City, near Binh Dinh Provincial General Hospital.

– Phuong Teo Fish Noodle Soup

+ 211 Nguyen Hue Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ 415 Nguyen Hue Street, Quy Nhon City,

–  Fried Balut with Fish Sauce, Tamarind Stir-Fried Balut: Nguyen Huu Tho Street, Quy Nhon City (coming from Y Lan Street to Y Lan - Nguyen Huu Tho intersection, turn left, the eatery is on the left, serving from 4 PM to 10 PM).

– Binh Dinh Specialty Stores:

+ 61 Vu Bao Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ 91 Nguyen Hue Street,  Quy Nhon City.

+ 138 -140 Chuong Duong Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ 110 Hoang Van Thu Street, Quy Nhon City.

– Ngoc Nga Ice Cream Shop: 319 – 323B – 325 Le Hong Phong Street, Quy Nhon City (right at Quang Trung roundabout).

– Anh Nhat Gia Vien Restaurant: 1087 Tran Hung Dao Street, Quy Nhon City (It has a beautiful ancient house model for sightseeing and dining, near the famous Thap Doi Tower in Quy Nhon).

– Co Nam Banh Xeo Stall: At the beginning of My Cang Bridge, Phuoc Son Commune, Tuy Phuoc District.

– Cay Man Banh Beo Stall: This stall is also very old but a bit small, located on Tran Hung Dao Street, Dong Da Ward, Quy Nhon City.

– Nem, chả, tré:

+ Nem Nuong Loi Stall, 113 Tang Bat Ho Street, Quy Nhon City.

+ Ba Tam Stall, 444 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Quy Nhon City.

– Free-range chicken dishes:

+ Various free-range chicken stalls along Quy Nhon – Song Cau route.

+ Sau Cao Free-range Chicken Stall: Ghenh Rang Ward and at the beginning of Ha Thanh 1 Bridge, Quy Nhon City.

– Vegetarian rice:

+ Minh Hoa Stall, 115 Nguyen Du Street, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh.

+ Thanh Minh Stall, 151 Phan Boi Chau Street, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh.

+ Tinh Tam Stall, 149 Tran Cao Van Street, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh.

– Goat meat: Hai Thai Stall, 351 Tran Hung Dao Street, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh.

– Che Remember Stall: Ngo May Street (specializing in various kinds of sweet soup).

– Grilled bread with pork floss: near Le Quy Don High School at the intersection of Tran Hung Dao and Co Loa (this dish is unique and sold on the roadside, so there is no specific address).

– Fragrant Sticky Rice: 155/8 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street.

– Crab soup cake at Ba O: Phan Dinh Phung Street (at the intersection of Bach Dang – Phan Dinh Phung).

Souvenirs to bring back from Quy Nhon

Coconut Rice Paper

Coconut rice paper is one of the favorites and popular souvenirs when visiting Quy Nhon. What makes it special is that coconut rice paper is typically enjoyed on its own, unlike regular sesame rice paper that is commonly paired with other dishes.

Bamboo Shoots Salad (Tré)

Bamboo Shoots in Binh Dinh are shaped like tiny 'broomsticks.' This is one of the local 'appetizers' when enjoying stone-crafted rice wine. The ingredients for making tré include ear meat, head meat, pork belly, along with sesame seeds, peanuts, galangal, chili, young guava leaves, and garlic. When enjoying, simply peel off the outer layer, and it's ready to eat. This dish is often rolled with rice paper and various raw vegetables, dipped in fish sauce.

Spicy Garlic Grilled Cuttlefish

It's easy to find spicy garlic grilled cuttlefish as they are sold in most seaside stalls or within the city. To make this dish, dried cuttlefish, after being briefly grilled, is seasoned with various spices such as malt, sautéed chili, and garlic for even absorption. The dish has a perfect balance of spiciness, saltiness, and sweetness, carrying the rich taste of Quy Nhon sea, making it suitable as a gift or a snack during gatherings with friends.

Thorn-leaf Rice Cake

As a simple, rustic cake that reflects the simplicity and soulfulness of the martial land, the sweet flavor of thorn-leaf rice cake always captivates tourists. Thorn-leaf rice cake is used on occasions like anniversaries and festivals, demonstrating the cleverness and skill of women. The cake is made from glutinous rice with thorn leaves and sugar, and the filling is made from ground mung beans or grated coconut. The thorn-leaf rice cake is soft, fragrant, not sticky, with the sweetness of sugar, the aroma of glutinous rice, the richness of mung beans, and the spicy aroma of ginger, creating a rich and flavorful dish with the soul of Binh Dinh province.

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour