Nha Trang nightlife - 7 ideas for a great night out

Whether you are a nature lover, leisure tourist, or just a history fan, Nha Trang city has everything to satisfy. When the sun sets, it is time for another glamorous side of Nha Trang. Let’s discover with us the top six activities that you can do to make your Nha Trang nightlife more enjoyable.

Nha Trang - a coastal town that is the capital city of Khanh Hoa. Nha Trang has gained its popularity significantly in recent years. It has to thank the gifted natural landscapes, golden sand of pristine beaches, stunning shorelines, as well as world-class resorts.

There are some recommended activities to enjoy Nha Trang nightlife in the right way:

Having fun at Nha Trang’s bars and clubs

As a vibrant city, the appearance of bars and nightclubs is indispensable to Nha Trang nightlife. Most bars and clubs in Nha Trang are located on Tran Phu street. It’s where you can observe another side of the quiet city, a sleepless atmosphere, countless youngsters, and an energetic city.

Enjoy Nha trang Nightlife at a night club

Nha Trang’s sailing club

Serving customers since 1994, Sailing Club is the most attractive club in Nha Trang for youngsters. During the day, this place is a typical restaurant offering Asian delicacies. But when the electric lights are lit up, it transforms itself into a vibrant club. Moreover, each month on the full moon day and Saturday weekly, the Sailing club hosts beach parties. You’ll dive in the world of exciting EDM tracks played by talented DJs, and dancers’ performances.

The sailing club’s price range is quite higher compared to other places. But thanks to the central beachfront location, the drinks, and food quality, the frequent themed party, it’s worth every penny.
●    Location: 72 - 74 Tran Phu
●    Opening hours: 7:30 am - 2:30 am

Pool Pub

Pool Pub is another nightlife pub on Tran Phu beach. This place was designed with the fresco style. It’s fully equipped with shared tables, high-quality audio systems, garish neon lighting, and a spacious rooftop terrace. This pub has an outdoor pool precisely like its name, so do not hesitate to bring swimming things with you and have a pleasant dip.

Pool Pub mostly plays EDM, deep house, and techno music. But unlike many other bars in Nha Trang, visitors can have conversations right on the large terrace.
●    Location: 40 Tran Phu
●    Opening hours: 5 pm - 2 am

Louisiane Brewhouse

Louisiane Brewhouse is extensively well-known as the first and only place that has an in-house brewery. All home-brewed beers here are made with imported malts from Australia and New Zealand. Some signature beers of Louisiane are Crystal Ale, Dark Lager, Witbier, etc. If you want to try all of it, you just have to pay 125,000 VND for a tasting tray combo.

Louisiane Brewhouse for a nightlife in Nha Trang

Louisiane Brewhouse also offers other drinks (cocktails, mojitos, whiskies, etc.), homemade pastries. You can also find delicious fusion cuisine of Vietnam, India, and Italy, along with exclusive types of beers.
●    Location: 29 Tran Phu
●    Opening hours: 8 pm - 2 am

Skylight Skydeck & Rooftop

Situated on the Best Western Premier Havana’s 45th floor, Skylight Skydeck & Rooftop Beach Club is the first rooftop club in Nha Trang. It has a breathtaking panoramic view of the East Ocean, a fantastic swimming pool, glass-covered skywalks, and fully-stocked bars. Skylight Skydeck & Rooftop never fails to lure nightlife youngsters.

The entrance fee of this club is 100,000 VND, and you will get one free drink of your choice. Each cocktail is priced from 120,000 VND to 150,000, which is much more expensive than other clubs. But believe us, it is worthwhile for such a fantastic night.

●    Location: 38 Tran Phu, Premier Havana
●    Opening hours: 4.30 pm - 12 am

Watching a water puppet show

Another way to make Nha Trang nightlife more entertaining is by watching a water puppet show at Nha Trang theatre. If you are a history buff, don’t pass over this opportunity to learn more about Vietnamese’s traditions, especially the wet rice civilisation. Initially, water puppetry originated from a village in the Red River Delta area of Vietnam centuries ago. However, in recent years, this kind of art form has broadly made its presence in most Vietnam provinces.

Water puppet show in Nha Trang

The remarkable thing about this folk art is that the artists stand behind the curtain, controlling the puppets (human, animal, or items) to move in the water. During 45 minutes of the show, approximately 15 scenes show the everyday life of farmers in Vietnam. The show ranges from fishing, rice-planting, frog-catching to playing folk games, with the resonance of folk music.
●    Location: 46 Tran Phu
●    Ticket price: 100,000 VND/kid, 150,000 VND/adult

Shopping at Nha Trang Night Market

Discovering Nha Trang nightlife may be an imperfection without shopping at Nha Trang night market. Of course, that is not a place just to do shopping. But here, visitors can know more about Vietnamese’s cultural identity. You will witness through seeing specialty and traditional items or just by talking with friendly local vendors. After entering the market, travelers will feel immersed in a homely Vietnamese countryside because of bamboo bridges, coconut trees, sedge implement, etc.

Night market in Nha Trang

The products here are truly diverse, including handmade jewelry (from pearls, seashells, etc.), to ethnic minority costumes, silk, embroidery pictures, conical hats, seagrass handbags. Unfortunately, like other night markets, Nha Trang night market still has the ‘overcharging’ problem. So, if you want to shop like a local, do not hesitate to bargain for at least 30% less.
●    Location: 46 Tran Phu
●    Opening hours: 3 pm - 11 pm

Tasting local food

Trying local food is indispensable when exploring a new city. Below is the list of street food in Nha Trang that you must try.

Nem Nuong Nha Trang

(Fermented grilled pork roll)As the origin from Nha Trang, Nem Nuong is always the number one in the food list. This tasty grilled pork roll is made from marinated minced pork, then grilled on a charcoal stove.

Nem Nuong is served with fresh vegetables (mango, cucumber, carrot, etc.), noodles, and flavourful special sauce. You will need to wrap everything using rice paper, dip the roll in the dipping sauce, a perfect combination for a distinctive flavour.

Local food for a great nightlife in Nha Trang

Grilled beef

Grilled beef is another local delicacy. Has served customers for over 40 years, Lac Canh is the only place that sells grilled beef. The reason why this food specialty is so exceptional is that the beef is marinated with over ten spices according to an esoteric recipe.
Location: Bo Nuong Lac Canh - 44 Nguyen Binh Khiem

Jellyfish Vermicelli Noodles

Besides the two dishes mentioned above, you need to try Jellyfish Vermicelli Noodles. The broth is the same as other fish vermicelli, but the difference and specialty are all about the crunchy texture of the Jellyfish. You can find this renowned bowl of Jellyfish noodles almost everywhere in Nha Trang.
Other mouth-watering local foods are Nha Trang shrimp and squid pancake, Can Cake, Mango rice paper, Nha Trang beef steak, Pork skewers, etc.

Joining night squid fishing tour

To enjoy Nha Trang nightlife to its fullest, another activity you may want to participate in is joining a night squid fishing tour. Thanks to this tour, you can immerse yourself in local life, admire nature's beauty, as well as experience something new that you have never tried before. After fishing, you can enjoy your squid and a BBQ party right on the boat.

Night squid fishing tour in Nha Trang

You can book this kind of tour online, or you can come directly to the fishing port. There are several booths of squid fishing tours there for you to choose from. Usually, the price range for the tour is around 400,000 VND, but it may vary depending on the number of people in your group and tour inclusions.

Visiting Nha Trang mountain church

Nha Trang mountain church, also known as King Christine Church, or Stone Church, was built in 1928 with the same designs as many other Catholic cathedrals. When you come here at gloaming, you can see many beautiful settings. Notably, it has a vibe of European countries. With the blend of sunset, the glimmer of light, Nha Trang Mountain Church is the perfect snapping spot for visitors.

Watching Water music show at Vinpearl Land Nha Trang

At Vinpearl Land Nha Trang, water music is something you may not want to miss, as these musical performances are beautiful. With the perfect blend of water, fire, state-of-the-art sound, and lighting systems, water music shows are elaborately staged. It’s made to bring guests the most excited and impressive emotions.

There are two performance times for this show, 7 - 7.25 pm and 8 - 8.25 pm, the ticket is already included in the Vinpearl Land package.

Water music show in Nha Trang

Undoubtedly, Nha Trang always has its beauty, even day or night. Besides several activities in the daytime, Nha Trang nightlife also has many wonderful things to do. Confidently, you will have marvelous and unforgettable moments here.

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