Da Nang or is the fifth-largest city in Vietnam by municipal population. It lies on the coast of the East Sea of Vietnam at the mouth of the Hàn River, and is one of Vietnam’s most important port cities. As one of the country’s five direct-controlled municipalities, it falls under the administration of the central government.
The best time to visit Da Nang is during the dry season, from March to September.
Here are some of the top things to do in Da Nang:
Visit the My Khe Beach: My Khe Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. It has been awarded the Blue Flag, an international certification for clean and safe beaches.
Explore the Son Tra Peninsula: The Son Tra Peninsula is a beautiful area of land that juts out into the East Sea. It is home to a number of beaches, as well as the Linh Ung Pagoda, one of the largest Buddhist pagodas in Vietnam.
Take a walk along the Han River: The Han River is a beautiful river that flows through the heart of Da Nang. There are a number of bridges over the river, including the Han River Bridge, which is a popular tourist attraction.
Visit the Ba Na Hills: The Ba Na Hills are a mountain range that is located just outside of Da Nang. They are home to the Ba Na Hills Resort, a popular tourist destination that features a number of attractions, including a French village, a golden bridge, and a wax museum.
Sample the local cuisine: Da Nang is known for its delicious food. Be sure to try some of the local specialties, such as mi Quang (a type of noodle soup), banh xeo (a type of pancake), and cao lau (a type of noodle dish).
How to get there?
- Fly: Domestic & International flight; Prices can range from $100 to $190 USD per person (one-way economy)
- Train: There are five trains that travel daily between Hanoi Railway Station and Saigon Railway Station; optional share cabin or private cabin; The train journey takes approximately upto 34 hours, depend on which station, and costs between $20 and $80 USD for a one-way ticket
- Bus: the cheapest way to travel to Da Nang; The bus journey takes around 12-36 hours, depend on which city, and costs between $15 and $55 USD for a one-way ticket
- Car: Special option Private car with driver is a great way to see Vietnam at your own pace. The car journey costs between $200 and $400 USD for a one-way ticket
