What to do in Da Nang Travel Guide

Located in the Central of Vietnam, Da Nang is a booming coastal city that brings the natural beauty of mountains, national parks, and beaches together. Read our comprehensive guide on When to go to Da Nang, Where to go in Da Nang, and What to eat in Da Dang.

WHEN TO GO TO DA NANG

• The best times to visit Da Nang are February to August. 
• Da Nang has a tropical climate with two distinctive seasons: Dry season is from February to August and the Rainy season is from September to January.
• You should not go to the beach from September to January because of the rainy season, and avoid October to December because of the possible storms and monsoons.

WHERE TO STAY IN DA NANG

Muong Thanh Luxury Da Nang Hotel

Booking link: Muong Thanh Luxury Da Nang Hotel.

Established according to five-star standards, Muong Thanh Luxury Da Nang Hotel promises to please the most sophisticated customers. The hotel overlooks the beautiful My Khe Beach and is only a few minutes away from the city center. After spending a whole day of exploring, coming back to the modern and aristocracy space of the hotel will charge up your batteries for more adventures.

Eden Hotel Da Nang

Booking link: Eden Hotel Da Nang.

As a boutique hotel located on the shorefront of My Khe Beach, Eden Hotel Da Nang is the ultimate accommodation for a luxurious expedition to the beach. All rooms are of five-star standards and well-equipped with modernity and convenience. Their restaurants and sky bar provide superior experiences and lavish entertainment in Da Nang City.

Orchid Hotel Da Nang

Booking link: Orchid Hotel Da Nang.

For a hotel in the city center, Orchid Hotel Da Nang offers the most reasonable with the best service. Their staff is renowned for their professionalism and supportive attitude, which will make your stay super enjoyable. The location is close to the Han River Bridge, Love Lock Bridge, as well as museums and major attractions in Da Nang.

Chu Hotel Da Nang

Booking link: Chu Hotel Da Nang.

Chu Hotel Da Nang offers sea view rooms to a magnificent beach. What is more, the location is incredibly accessible to Son Tra Peninsula and Hoi An Ancient Town, which is convenient for a quick sightseeing tour. The Tranquilos Restaurant and Bar in the hotel offers fine dining with both Western and Vietnamese signature cuisine.

Lion Sea Hotel Danang

Booking link: Lion Sea Hotel Danang.

Located only 80 meters from the beach, Lion Sea Hotel Danang is a budget option for visitors to Da Nang. For its economical price, the hotel offers first-rate services along with its helpful staff. There is also a restaurant, a salon, and a small garden for customers to unwind and escape the busy life.

Moonlight Hotel Da Nang

Booking link: Moonlight Hotel Da Nang.

Moonlight Hotel Da Nang situates right in the heart of the city and is widely adored for its strategic location. Apart from the accessibility to famous attractions of Da Nang, the amenities of the hotel such as the hot tub, fitness center, and spa, etc. will make sure that customers have the most comfortable stay, whether it is business or leisure travel.

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WHERE TO GO IN DA NANG

Da Nang Beaches

On your trip to Vietnam and you seek warm sunlight for a nice tan, blue ocean, and the cool breeze then Da Nang beaches are the MUST-GO places for you. Situated on a long coastline with stunning nature, Da Nang is one of the most beautiful coastal cities in Vietnam. For your information, here are some recommended beaches. They are all free to the public and open all hours.

My Khe Beach

Location: Truong Sa, Da Nang

Pham Van Dong Beach

Location: Phuoc My Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang

Non Nuoc Beach

Location: Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son District

Son Tra Peninsula

Considered as a hidden jewel of Da Nang, Son Tra Peninsula is definitely the place that you cannot miss. This Peninsula provides beautiful landscapes with different kinds of plants and animals. Its natural environment is an ideal destination a picnic or an adventurous journey through the pristine jungle.

Hours: All hours
Address: Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang
Entrance: Free

Marble Mountain (Ngu Hanh Son)

The Marble Mountain is a cluster of five hills, which are named after the 5 elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. A visit will bring you an adventure to explore the caves and temples in inside. Visitors can buy marble-made souvenirs like bracelets and necklaces at the bottom of the mountain.

Hours: 7 AM - 5 PM
Address: Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District
Entrance: VND 35,000 ($1.5)

Ba Na Hill

Ba Na Hill is a destination for relaxation and entertainment. This is an eco-resort designed for visitors to come and admire the beautiful natural sites to gorgeous architectures and an amazing amusement park. And especially, a visit to Ba Na puts you on the World’s longest and highest cable car ride capturing the breathtaking scene from Da Nang.

Hours: 7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Address: Hoa Vang District, Southwest of Da Nang
Entrance: VND 353,000 - VND 546,000 ($15.5 - $24)

Asia Park

Do you seek thrill rides, such as roller coaster, elevated trains, free fall tower, and high-speed slides? Then this Asia Park amusement park is for you. Additionally, take a ride on the Sun Wheel, which is a 115 meters high ride topping one of the 10 tallest Ferris wheels in the world.

Hours: 7 AM - 11:30 PM
Address: Asia Park, Hoa Cuong Nam Ward, Da Nang
Entrance: VND 300,000

Museum of Cham Sculpture

Built by the French, the Museum of Cham Sculpture is the largest exhibition of its kind in Vietnam. This museum displays items related to the traditional life of the Cham people dating back to 192 AD. Visitors could see a huge collection and sculptural relics of the Cham Kingdom with a vast amount of samples. It is worth a journey for a cultural experience at the Museum of Cham Sculpture!

Hours: 7 AM - 5:30 PM
Address: 2 Thang 9 Binh Hien, Hai Chau, Da Nang
Entrance: VND 41,000 - VND 45,000 ($1.8 - $2)

Fifth Military Zone Museum of Da Nang

Constructed in 1977, the Fifth Military Division Museum of Da Nang offers extensive displays of war-related items in the earlier time. Coming here, visitors will have a chance to see the display of aircraft, military weapons, and graphic photographs taken by soldiers. This could be a worthwhile visit for those who like history and war-time artifacts.

Hours: Saturday - Sunday 7:30 AM - 11 AM and 1:30 PM - 4 PM
Address: 3 Duy Tan, Hai Chau District (12 KM North of Da Nang, Son Tra Peninsula)
Entrance: VND 40,000 ($2)

Phap Lam Pagoda

Built in 1934, Phap Lam Pagoda is a destination to explore Buddhism in Vietnam and enjoy the beautiful architecture. Apart from the Buddhist sculptures and beautiful Buddha statues, this temple features towering trees and beautiful gardens.

Hours: 5 AM - 9:30 PM
Address: 574D Ong Ich Khiem, Da Nang
Entrance: Free

Han River Bridge

Han River Bridge is one of Da Nang’s symbols, and it is the first bridge designed by Vietnamese architects and holds a special place in their pride for the city. The bridge is the unique swing bridge that swings on its axis to allow shipping traffic to pass along the river.

Hours: All hours
Address: Le Duan, Hai Chau District
Entrance: Free

Dragon Bridge

Another symbolic bridge in Da Nang is the Dragon Bridge. To commemorate the 38th anniversary of Da Nang City’s liberation, the bridge was opened in 2013 and has been very popular with both the locals and tourists. Built in the shape of a dragon, a symbol of power, nobility and good future, the Dragon Bridge is a tremendous legacy of Da Nang and enormous pride of the locals.

Hours: All hours
Address: Da Nang City Center
Entrance: Free

Golden Bridge

 

A hot destination of Da Nang since August 2018, the Golden Bridge, or Cau Vang in Vietnamese, quickly caught global attention and was listed in TIME's Top Worlds Greatest Places 2018. Lifted by a mossy concrete hand 1,400 meter above sea level, stretching in an arch 148.6 meter long, 3 meter wide, with the handrail plated with gold, this giant brige has attracted many international and local visitors come to admire its amazing architecture as well as the majestic natural surrounding.

Hours: All hours
Address: Ba Na Hills, An Son Hamlet, Hoa Ninh Ward, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang City
Entrance: VND 700,000/person; children 1-1.3 meters: VND 550,000/person; free for children under 1 meter (this is the entrance fee to other recreation areas in the Ba Na Hills theme park as well)

WHAT TO EAT IN DA NANG

Banh Trang Cuon Thit Heo (Sliced Pork and Rice Paper Roll)

Hours: 9 AM - 9 PM
Address: Mau restaurant, 35 Do Thuc Tinh, Cam Le District
               Tran restaurant, 4 Le Duan, Hai Chau District
Price: VND 30,000 - VND 80,000 ($1.5 - $3.5)

My Quang (Quang Noodle)

Hours: 6:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Address: Mi Quang Ba Mua, 19 - 21 Tran Binh Trong, Hai Chau District
Price: VND 25,000 - VND 44,000 ($1 - $2)

Seafood

Hours: 10 AM - 10 PM
Address: Madam Thoi Seafood Restaurant, 96, 98, 100 Le Dinh Duong
Price: VND 80,000 - VND 300,000 ($3 - $14)

Bun Cha Ca (Fried Fish Cake with Noodle)

Hours: 6 AM - 10 PM
Address: 109 Nguyen Chi Thanh, Hai Chau District
Price: VND 20,000 - VND 25,000 ($1)

Bun Mam Nem (Fermented Fish Noodle)

Hours: 6 AM - 6 PM
Address: 424/03 Le Duan, Thanh Khe District
Price: VND 20,000 - VND 33,000 ($1 - $1.5)

Be Thui (Veal)

Hours: 8 AM - 10 PM
Address: 100 Dien Bien Phu, Thanh Khe District
Price: VND 70,000 - VND 100,000 ($3 - $5)

Tre Ba De (Assorted Pig Meat)

Hours: 7 AM - 10 PM
Address: 81 Hai Phong, Hai Chau District
Price: VND 80,000 - VND 120,000 ($3 - $6)

Summary on What to do in Da Nang Travel Guide

Whether you like sightseeing, beaches, nature, or enjoy the local foods, Da Nang is an ideal destination. Located close to Hue and Hoi An, Da Nang is a coastal city that foreign visitors and locals love to visit when they are in Vietnam’s Central.