Explore Bien Ho Lake (T'Nung Lake)
North Pleiku 2.5 hrs
Visit the stunning volcanic crater lake, a serene natural wonder.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Tropical
Languages
Vietnamese and Jarai
Local currency
VND
(VND)
Local time
(GMT+7)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Center
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not expected, but appreciated
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
65 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Phở khô Gia Lai
Bún mắm nêm
Cơm lam
Gỏi lá
When to visit Pleiku
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: January, February, December
Busiest: Nov-Apr
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Jan85
Dry, cool, pleasant
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Feb85
Dry, cool, pleasant
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Mar80
Dry, warming up
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Apr70
Dry, hot before rain
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May60
Start of rainy season
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Jun50
Rainy, humid
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Jul50
Rainy, humid
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Aug50
Rainy, humid
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Sept60
Rainy, easing
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Oct70
End of rainy season
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Nov80
Dry, cool, pleasant
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Dec85
Dry, cool, pleasant
Things to do in Pleiku
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 8 of 8 places ·
Best in the morning
4 places
Stroll through Bien Ho Tea Plantation
North Pleiku 2 hrs
Enjoy picturesque views of rolling green tea hills and learn about tea production.
Experience Pleiku Market
Pleiku City 2 hrs
Immerse yourself in local life, sample street food, and find unique souvenirs.
Immerse in Coffee Culture
Pleiku City & Surroundings 2 hrs
Visit a local coffee farm or cafe to enjoy the region's famous robusta coffee.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Learn at Gia Lai Museum
Pleiku City 1.5 hrs
Explore the history and ethnography of Gia Lai province and its ethnic minorities.
Visit Former Pleiku Prison Site
Pleiku City 1 hr
Reflect on the historical significance of this former prison from the Vietnam War era.
Any time of day
2 places
Discover Minh Thanh Pagoda
Pleiku City 1.5 hrs
Admire the unique blend of Japanese, Chinese, and Vietnamese architecture.
Taste Phở khô Gia Lai
Pleiku City 1 hr
Savor Pleiku's signature dry pho, a unique and flavorful local specialty.
Practical ratings
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Near Pleiku
Straight-line distance from the centre of Pleiku.
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