Linh Phuoc Pagoda: A Gem of Vietnamese Spirituality

Getting There

• Bus

  From the center of Da Lat, head to the Da Lat Bus Station located at 1 Phan Boi Chau Street. Look for buses heading to Trai Mat. These buses run frequently throughout the day. The fare is inexpensive, usually around 20,000 VND. Inform the bus driver that you are going to Linh Phuoc Pagoda. The bus ride will take approximately 30 minutes. Once you reach the Trai Mat area, get off at the stop closest to the pagoda.

• Motorbike Taxi (Grab or local)

  Open the Grab app or find a local motorbike taxi. Input 'Linh Phuoc Pagoda' as your destination. The drivers are familiar with the area, so you can also mention 'Trai Mat' if needed. The ride from the center of Da Lat takes about 20 minutes depending on traffic. Be prepared to pay around 50,000 to 100,000 VND for this service.

• Walking

  If you are feeling adventurous and want to experience the local scenery, you can walk to Linh Phuoc Pagoda. Start from the Da Lat Market, head east on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street. Continue straight until you reach the intersection with Tran Phu Street, then turn left. Follow Tran Phu Street until you reach the junction with Hoang Van Thu Street. Turn right and continue walking until you see signs for Linh Phuoc Pagoda. This walking route is approximately 7 km and takes around 1.5 to 2 hours, so plan accordingly.