Discover the Majestic Ponagar Temple

Getting There

• Walking

  From Nha Trang Cathedral, exit the cathedral grounds and head south on Thái Nguyên Street. Walk straight until you reach the intersection with Trần Phú Street. Turn right onto Trần Phú Street and continue walking until you reach the roundabout. At the roundabout, take the second exit onto Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street. Continue straight on this road until you see a sign for Ponagar Temple, which will be on your left. The total walking distance is approximately 2 kilometers and should take around 25-30 minutes.

• Public Bus

  From Nha Trang Cathedral, walk to the nearest bus stop on Trần Phú Street. Look for bus number 4, which goes towards Ponagar Temple. The bus fare is approximately 7,000 VND. Board the bus and enjoy the ride; it will take you directly to the Ponagar Temple stop. After getting off, walk a short distance towards the entrance of the temple. The total travel time, including waiting for the bus, is around 30-40 minutes.

• Cyclo

  For a more traditional experience, you can hire a cyclo from Nha Trang Cathedral. Negotiate the fare upfront; it should cost around 50,000 to 70,000 VND for a one-way trip to Ponagar Temple. The cyclo driver will take you through the streets of Nha Trang, and you can enjoy the scenery along the way. The journey typically takes about 15-20 minutes, depending on traffic.

• Motorbike Taxi

  You can also opt for a motorbike taxi (known as 'xe ôm'). From Nha Trang Cathedral, simply find a nearby motorbike taxi and tell the driver you want to go to Ponagar Temple. The fare will range from 30,000 to 50,000 VND. The ride will take approximately 10-15 minutes, making it a quick and efficient option.