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Things to do in Da Nang

Things to do in  Da Nang

Welcome to Da Nang

It might be Vietnam’s third-largest city and one of its busiest cruise ports, but Da Nang is more than just an urban center. Located 479 miles (770 kilometers) south of Hanoi and 528 miles (850 kilometers) north of Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang oozes character, from its French colonial architecture to its lively night markets and atmospheric Han riverfront, lined with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs. It’s easy to take in the top attractions in a day, touring the Museum of Cham Sculpture, posing for photos by the Lady Buddha statue, and admiring Dragon Bridge, which is dramatically illuminated at night. Guided tours that combine popular sights like these save you the headache of navigating from one attraction to the next. You can even make it out to the jagged peaks of the Marble Mountains, which keep watch over the city’s southern border, on a day trip. Equally enticing are the sandy shores of My Khe beach and Non Nuoc beach. Just beyond the city, the Son Tra Peninsula harbors natural wonders such as Monkey Mountain and Lang Co beach, as well as Hai Van Pass. Hai Van Pass is one of Vietnam’s most memorable coastal drives, and motorbike tours give you the thrilling option to experience it the local way. A little farther afield, the majestic My Son Sanctuary and the forested hills of Bach Ma National Park abound with photo opportunities, while neighboring Hoi An is renowned for its atmospheric ancient town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Top 12 attractions in Da Nang

Marble Mountains

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One of Da Nang’s top attractions, the five outcrops that make up central Vietnam’s Marble Mountains (Ngũ Hành Sơn) each are named after a different element: fire, wood, metal, water and earth. Visit the mountains to take in views of the landscape, to explore caves, Buddhist and Hindu grottoes, pagodas, and shrines, and even to shop.More

My Son Sanctuary

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Visit the ruins of ancient towers and temples on the emerald hills of central Vietnam at the My Son Sanctuary (Mỹ Sơn), a complex of brick and stone temples built by Hindu Cham kings between the fourth and 13th centuries. Today, the UNESCO World Heritage Site makes an easy day trip from Hoi An or Da Nang.More

Bach Ma National Park (Vuon Quoc gia Bach Ma)

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Home to a colonial-era hill station, the monsoon forests of Bach Ma National Park center on Bach Ma, or White Horse Mountain, which rises 4,757 feet (1,450 meters). Waterfalls, crumbling villas, hiking trails, and a wealth of wildlife, including pheasants, langur monkeys, and muntjac deer, make a magnetic spot to spend a day—or longer.More

Dragon Bridge (Cau Rong)

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One of the longest bridges in Vietnam, the 2,185-foot (666-meter Dragon Bridge (Cau Rong carries six lanes of traffic across the back of an undulating dragon. After sunset, the bridge is illuminated with hundreds of LED lights while on the weekend, fire and water spurt from the dragon’s mouth.More

Son Tra Mountain (Monkey Mountain)

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Used as an observation base in the American-Vietnam war, Son Tra Mountain (Monkey Mountain) overlooks Son Tra Peninsula near the city of Da Nang. Midway up the 2,790-foot (850-meter) peak, you find Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the Lady Buddha statue. Expect to encounter troops of monkeys dwelling in its jungle-covered cliffs.More

Lady Buddha

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Perched on the side of Son Tra Mountain (Monkey Mountain, the 220-foot (67-meter Lady Buddha statue is visible from anywhere in the city of Da Nang. Inside the statue—which sits beside the Linh Ung Pagoda—a flight of stairs leads up to 17 floors, each of which represent a different aspect of the Buddha.More

My Khe Beach

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Central Vietnam’s My Khe Beach, near the city of Da Nang, is often considered one of Vietnam’s most beautiful beaches. With a wide sweep of white sand, calm and clear waters, coconut palms, and warm weather throughout much of the year, My Khe Beach is an ideal place to take a break from urban Vietnam.More

Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture

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Cham sculpture is Indian-style sculpture that draws on religious and mythological themes, originating from the coast of central and south Vietnam between roughly 192 and 1697 C.E. At the Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture, housed in an attractive colonial-era building, visitors can learn about this art form and the civilization from which it stemmed.More

Hai Van Pass (Deo Hai Van)

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Winding over a mountainous stretch of highway just north of Da Nang, the Hai Van Pass (Đèo Hải Vân—literally “Sea Cloud Pass”) is one of Vietnam’s most scenic coast roads. It twists and turns over a spur of the Truong Son mountain range, delivering epic sea views from as high as 1,627 feet (495 meters).More

Linh Ung Pagoda

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While the grand Linh Ung Pagoda complex might look traditional at first glance, it in fact opened in 2010. The sprawling grounds atop a hill near Da Nang and Hoi An contain a dazzling white, 219-foot (67-meter high Lady Buddha, other white stone statues, a large main hall with a Sakyamuni Buddha statue, and other features.More

Sun World Danang Wonders

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The Da Nang city outpost of the popular Vietnamese theme-park group, Sun World Danang Wonders sprawls along the Han River. The theme park features rides such as roller coasters, carousels, drop towers, and a giant fairground wheel, while the cultural park highlights Asian architecture through scale models of famous buildings.More

Non Nuoc Beach

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Located on the coast about halfway between Danang and Hoi An sits Non Nuoc Beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam if not the world. With the Son Tra Peninsula to the north and the Marble Mountains to the west, this white sand expanse has transformed from a former fishing beach to a resort area lined by five star hotels and resorts.While Non Nuoc Beach itself measures about 3 miles (5 kilometers) in length, the sand stretches for miles in either direction. That means the beach is rarely crowded, and with a short walk, it’s possible to have a stretch of sand all to yourself.More
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Top activities in Da Nang

Hue Imperial City Private Tour

Hue Imperial City Private Tour

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My Son and Hoi An Private Tour

My Son and Hoi An Private Tour

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Golden Bridge - Ba Na Hills Tour

Golden Bridge - Ba Na Hills Tour

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What people are saying about Da Nang

A fun experience that should be on your must do list in Da Nang!!
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Tim_V
, Jan 2023
A fun experience that should be on your must do list in Da Nang!!
What a wonderful way to see all the must see around DA Nang.
Review of 3H Travel Transportation Service 10/10
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Duy_P
, May 2023
Review of 3H Travel Transportation Service 10/10
They were knowledgeable about the city's landmarks and attractions, sharing interesting information along the way.
Cannot Miss Experience - safe drivers & lots to see
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JoAnn_N
, Apr 2023
Cannot Miss Experience - safe drivers & lots to see
My driver made frequent stops at different viewpoints for pictures and we also went to other attractions (Marble Mountain/Hai Van Pass/Waterfall - for swimming/fishing villages/etc).
Great experience
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Christopher_D
, Feb 2023
Great experience
Our guide Tai spoke very good English, provided lots of useful information and proved very helpful with negotiating good prices at a colorful Da Nang market later.
Excellent scooter tour
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parcon
, Sep 2022
Excellent scooter tour
Vin am tam are fantastic people to do this ride with I went with vin and had a very enjoyable day up in mountain and lunch at waterfalls vin was total professional rider very safe had no need to worry about traffic in Dan nang on back of bike great day to spend a ride with vin / tam when in da nang
Super pleasant day
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Garrett_S
, Mar 2020
Super pleasant day
Hung is very attentive and his English is really good!
Visiting ancient imperial city of Hue
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Malcolm_H
, Feb 2020
Visiting ancient imperial city of Hue
Great guide who informed us on interesting points about Vietnam on the long journey from Da Nang to Hue and detailed knowledge of Hue when we arrived- excellent value excursion and would recommend to anyone who wants a trio out to see the beautiful ancient imperial city of Hue
Very nice place but too crowded at time of visit
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BanSeng_T
, Dec 2019
Very nice place but too crowded at time of visit
Unfortuantely it was raining the whole day at Ba Na Hill, could not do much outdoor activities.
An excellent tour
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Kim_M
, Sep 2019
An excellent tour
spoke English fairly well.
Our guide, Ming, picked us up from...
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Rico K
, Apr 2016
Our guide, Ming, picked us up from...
He could speak English quite well and answered all of our questions.
This was a great trip, both Tinh and...
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Philip M
, Feb 2016
This was a great trip, both Tinh and...
This was a great trip, both Tinh and Ha were very good guides who spoke excellent English and were both very engaging.
Looks like Disney's Magic Kingdom. Definitely worthwhile to see. A++++++
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Nimish_S
, Oct 2022
Looks like Disney's Magic Kingdom. Definitely worthwhile to see. A++++++
Once we got to Ba Na Hills, Phuoc took us to see the Golden Bridge first.
Stunning Marble Mountains
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Crystal_S
, Jun 2022
Stunning Marble Mountains
You drive along the coast and get to see the beaches of Da Nang as well as the mountain backdrop.
Great tour
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Warren_M
, Jan 2020
Great tour
We had a terrific Vietnamese lunch and we really got to see the life in Da Nang.
Fun and Friendly Tour!!
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yeseni83
, Oct 2019
Fun and Friendly Tour!!
made sure I didn't miss the dragon bridge show (who doesn't want to see a dragon spew fire!

People Also Ask

What is Da Nang known for?

Da Nang is a laid-back modern metropolis in central Vietnam. Arguably best known for the Golden Bridge at Sun World in Ba Na Hills and the Marble Mountains, the vibrant coastal city is also home to an international airport and is close to the popular tourist hub of Hoi An.

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How many days in Da Nang is enough?

Two or three days in Da Nang should be enough for most visitors—with one day exploring Sun World and another on a day trip to the Marble Mountains, Hoi An, or Hai Van Pass. The city is also worth checking out, with beaches, historic architecture, museums, and a picturesque riverfront.

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Can you snorkel in Da Nang?

Yes, but not from the beach. To snorkel, jump on a boat to the nearby Cham Islands (also accessible from Hoi An). Part of the Cu Lao Cham Marine Park, this tropical paradise is full of protected coral reefs and sea life, making it ideal for snorkeling or diving.

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What activities are popular in Da Nang?

Nowadays, one of the most popular activities in Da Nang is going to Sun World and the Golden Bridge. However, there are many things to do, including going to the beach, surfing, hiking in the Marble Mountains, taking a scooter up to Hai Van Pass, and feasting on street food.

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Is Da Nang or Hoi An better?

Da Nang and Hoi An couldn’t be more different. One of Vietnam’s biggest cities, Da Nang is very modern and cosmopolitan, though it has lots of character. On the other hand, Hoi An is popular for its historic attractions, picture-perfect streets, and relaxed yet touristy vibes.

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Is Da Nang worth visiting?

Yes, Da Nang is a popular coastal city to visit with attractions, beautiful beaches, and great transport links. It’s an ideal jumping-off point for exploring the rest of the region—including the Golden Bridge at Sun World, the Marble Mountains, Hai Van Pass, Hoi An, and My Son.

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