Tuy Hoa at a glance
Tuy Hoa (Tuy Hòa) sits on the sea beside the Da Rang River. Until 1 July 2025 it was the capital of Phu Yen province. That province has since joined Dak Lak, so Tuy Hoa is now a city on the Phu Yen coast and no longer a provincial capital. Older pages that call it the capital are out of date. The name Tuy Hoa still works on maps, in booking apps and with drivers.
The town is a practical base. It has an airport, a railway station, a city beach with a promenade and hotels, and the north and south routes both start here. The beaches and sights are described on their own pages. This is an independent guide, not run by the city, a hotel or a tour operator. Costs are in Vietnamese dong with a rough US dollar value, as listed in 2026.
The city beach
The beach lies on the east side of town and comes with a promenade. It is the easy choice for an evening walk or a swim near your hotel. A description of a beach is not a bathing permit. Lifeguards, calm water and clean water are not promised, and the sea can be rough in the wet months from September to December. Read the local signs and ask your hotel.
For other beaches on the coast, such as Bai Xep, Bai Mon and Long Thuy, see the beaches page. Bai Xep has an access caveat that you should read first.
Tuy Hoa tours and day trips
Basalt coast, lagoon, lighthouse and Quy Nhon day trips from the Tuy Hoa area, with live prices and availability.
What to see in and around town
Four stops that fit around a beach day.
Nhan Tower
A Cham brick tower from the end of the 11th century, with views of the city and the Da Rang River. The 64 m quoted on tourism pages belongs to the hill it stands on, not to the tower. Check fees and opening times locally.
Da Bia mountain
The peak rises to 706 m in Hoa Xuan commune. A race announced in February 2026 used a 2,280 m course over steps and natural paths. That is the race route, so ask locally about access, guides and the current state of the trail before you climb.
The central market
An airline travel guide lists a central market as a place to buy regional products. Ask your hotel for the current address and opening hours. Fresh seafood and local snacks are on the food page.
The Phu Yen Museum
The museum building stands in town. Ask your hotel about opening hours and exhibitions before you go. Its name still carries the old province, which is normal.
The full list of ideas is on the things to do page.
Tuy Hoa as a base for the coast
Where the main sights lie relative to the town.
| Place | Direction | Distance and fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bai Xep | North | About 15 km from the center; check access first |
| Ganh Da Dia | North | About 30 km; VND 40,000 (about $1.60) |
| O Loan Lagoon and Hon Yen | North | Seafood and a coral coast; fees depend on the visit |
| Bai Mon and Mui Dien | South | VND 30,000 (about $1.20) for the area |
| Vung Ro Bay | South | Memorial and bay; check admission locally |
Distances come from travel sites and are rough. Ask your driver for the real travel time on the day, since rain and road works change it.
Getting in and where to sleep
Airport, train, bus and a few places to stay.
By air
Tuy Hoa Airport (TBB) has flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. A taxi to the center costs a rough VND 120,000–150,000 (about $4.80 to $6.00), and a motorbike taxi VND 50,000–70,000 (about $2.00 to $2.80), according to a travel article. Agree on a price first.
By train
Tuy Hoa lies on the North-South line. A timetable valid from 15 May 2026 lists train SE8 from Nha Trang at 2:03 p.m., arriving at 3:51 p.m. The same timetable lists SE21 from Dieu Tri, the station for Quy Nhon, at 2:23 p.m., arriving at 4:29 p.m. Check the current timetable before you go.
By bus
A bus from Nha Trang is listed at roughly 116 to 120 km and about 2.3 hours, and one booking example costs VND 340,000 (about $13.60). Distances and times differ by source.
Where to stay
Several hotels stand on Doc Lap street near the beach. Operators list Sala TuyHoa Beach Hotel at 51 Doc Lap, Sala Grand TuyHoa Hotel at 09 Doc Lap and Stelia Beach Resort in block C1 on the same street. These are examples of locations, not recommendations. Check the map position before you book.
Where to stay →Plan the rest of your trip
More pages for the coast.
Things to do in Phu Yen
Twelve ideas along the north and south routes.
Phu Yen beaches
Tuy Hoa, Bai Xep, Bai Mon and Long Thuy.
What to eat
Tuna eye, banh hoi and seafood.
Getting to Phu Yen
Airport, train and bus in detail.
Where to stay
Beachfront or town center.
Coming from the south? Nha Trang has its own hotel guide if you want a night there first.
Tuy Hoa: frequently asked questions
Is Tuy Hoa the capital of Phu Yen?
Not anymore. Phu Yen joined Dak Lak on 1 July 2025, and the new province has its center in Buon Ma Thuot. Tuy Hoa remains the main coastal town of the former Phu Yen.
How far is the airport from the center?
About 10 km. A taxi is a rough VND 120,000–150,000 (about $4.80 to $6.00), and a motorbike taxi VND 50,000–70,000 (about $2.00 to $2.80), according to a travel article. Agree on the price before you ride.
How old is Nhan Tower?
The national tourism site dates it to the end of the 11th century. It is a Cham tower with views of the city and the Da Rang River.
Is the city beach good for swimming?
It is a long beach with a promenade, but lifeguards and calm water are not promised. The wet months from September to December bring rough seas. Read local signs and ask your hotel. See the weather page.
Can I walk to the sights from town?
The beach and the promenade are close to the hotels on Doc Lap street. Ganh Da Dia, Bai Xep, Mui Dien and Vung Ro lie on the coast outside town, so you need a driver, a tour or your own transport.