Cities in Vietnam

8 destinations to explore. Each city has its own character, cost structure, and community.

Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province, Southeast Vietnam(1)

Vung Tau

Vietnam's established expat beach town, just 90 minutes from Saigon with authentic local charm

Retirees seeking established communityThose wanting HCMC accessOil/gas professionals

Tropical monsoon. Hot year-round. Rainy season May-October. Best months November-April.

Central Vietnam (South Central Coast)(1)

Da Nang

Beach city bliss meets modern convenience in Vietnam's most livable coastal paradise

Digital nomadsRemote workers seeking beach lifestyleRetirees wanting affordable coastal living

Tropical monsoon. Average High: 30°C (86°F), Average Low: 22°C (72°F). Rainy Season: September-December (typhoon risk Oct-Nov). Best Months: February-May (dry), June-August (hot, low rainfall).

Khanh Hoa Province, South-Central Coast(1)

Nha Trang

Vietnam's premier beach city with 300+ sunny days and a vibrant international community

Beach loversWater sports enthusiastsRetirees seeking warm climate

Tropical monsoon with Vietnam's shortest rainy season. Average high 32°C (90°F). Best months January-August; best diving July-September.

Kien Giang Province (Special Economic Zone)(1)

Phu Quoc

Vietnam's tropical island paradise with pristine beaches and 30-day visa-free entry

Beach lovers seeking island lifeDigital nomads wanting solitudeCouples

Tropical monsoon. Dry season November-April (best). Rainy season May-October. Hot year-round.

Lam Dong Province, Central Highlands(1)

Da Lat

The "City of Eternal Spring"—Vietnam's cool mountain escape with French colonial charm

Digital nomads seeking cool weatherRetirees avoiding heatCoffee enthusiasts

Temperate highland. Average 22-25°C year-round. Rainy season April-October (afternoon showers). Best months November-March.

Northern Vietnam (Capital)(1)

Hanoi

Ancient capital where thousand-year history meets thriving café culture and cultural immersion

Culture loversHistory enthusiastsFood connoisseurs

Humid subtropical (4 seasons). Average High: 28°C (82°F), Average Low: 18°C (64°F). Rainy Season: May-September. Best Months: October-December (cool, clear), March-May (spring).

Quang Nam Province, Central Vietnam(1)

Hoi An

A lantern-lit UNESCO World Heritage ancient town where timeless charm meets modern expat living

Cultural enthusiastsPhotographersCreative professionals

Tropical monsoon. Rainy season September-January (flood risk Oct-Nov). Best months February-May.

Southern Vietnam(1)

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam's economic powerhouse where entrepreneurial energy meets café culture and endless opportunity

Digital nomadsEntrepreneursYoung professionals

Tropical monsoon. Average High: 32°C (90°F), Average Low: 24°C (75°F). Rainy Season: May-November. Best Months: December-April (dry, sunny).

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