January
20.7°C ~ 69°F
3 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
Minh Thanh Pagoda
A large pagoda in Pleiku with a tall tower, popular for its calm setting.
- Location
- Pleiku
- Time needed
- From 30 min
- Entry fee
- Free
- Best months
- Nov – Apr
Overview
Minh Thanh Pagoda is a large Buddhist pagoda in Pleiku, at 348 Nguyen Viet Xuan Street. It has a tall tower, gardens, statues and curved roofs in a typical Vietnamese pagoda style, and it is one of the calmest places in the city.
It is a working pagoda, so you will see locals praying and offering incense. Plan 30 to 60 minutes, and pair it with Bien Ho and the city's other sights.
Highlights
- See the curved roof and tall tower
- Walk the gardens and see the statues
- Watch locals make offerings
- Combine with Bien Ho
Visitor information
| Opening hours | Daily, daytime. Exact hours not confirmed. |
|---|---|
| Entry fee | Free |
| Time needed | 30 – 60 min |
| Best time of day | Morning |
| Good for | Culture lovers |
| Accessibility | Some steps |
| Facilities | Toilets nearby |
Prices and hours can change. Check the official source before you go.
Best time to visit
Weather in Pleiku by month.
February
21.7°C ~ 71°F
2 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
March
24.1°C ~ 75°F
4 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
April
25.4°C ~ 78°F
10 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
May
24.8°C ~ 77°F
23 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
June
23.4°C ~ 74°F
28 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
July
22.7°C ~ 73°F
30 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
August
22.8°C ~ 73°F
30 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
September
22.7°C ~ 73°F
28 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
October
22.5°C ~ 73°F
20 days of rain
Crowds: Quiet
November
22.1°C ~ 72°F
10 days of rain
Crowds: Moderate
December
20.8°C ~ 69°F
3 days of rain
Crowds: Busy
How to get there
- From Pleiku centre
348 Nguyen Viet Xuan Street, Pleiku. A short taxi ride from the city centre.
- Minh Thanh Pagoda
Tips before you go
- Dress modestly and keep quiet inside the halls
- Remove shoes before entering the halls
- Go in the morning for cooler air
- Ask before photographing worshippers
Location
Pleiku
More attractions in Pleiku
FAQs
Where is Minh Thanh Pagoda?
348 Nguyen Viet Xuan Street, Pleiku.
Is it free?
Yes.
How long do I need?
About 30 – 60 minutes.