Da Nang
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At a glance
- Country
- Vietnam
- Region
- South Central Coast
- Population
- 1.2 million
- Best time to go
- February to August
- Main airport
- Da Nang International (DAD)
- Coordinates
- 16.05°N, 108.20°E
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Overview
Da Nang pairs a long, sandy city beach with a modern riverside centre crossed by colourful bridges. It's one of Vietnam's most liveable cities, and a relaxed base for central Vietnam.
Within an hour you can reach the lantern-lit old town of Hoi An, the imperial city of Hue over the Hai Van Pass, and mountains and caves on the city's edge. Come for the beach, stay for the seafood and the day trips.
Things to see
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Photo: Jpatokal, CC BY-SA 4.0 My Khe Beach
Kilometres of pale sand along the city's edge, best early in the morning when locals swim and exercise.
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Photo: Viethavvh at vi.wikipedia, Public domain Marble Mountains
Five limestone hills riddled with caves, pagodas and shrines, with views over the coast from the top.
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Photo: Bùi Thụy Đào Nguyên, CC BY-SA 3.0 Dragon Bridge
A golden dragon stretching across the Han River, which breathes fire and water on weekend evenings.
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Photo: Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain Museum of Cham Sculpture
The world's largest collection of sandstone carvings from the ancient Cham kingdoms.
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Photo: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0 Son Tra Peninsula
A forested headland with the giant white Lady Buddha statue at Linh Ung Pagoda and rare red-shanked douc langurs.
Things to do
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Photo: Steffen Schmitz ( more photos ), CC BY-SA 4.0 Day trip to Hoi An
The UNESCO-listed old trading port, with lanterns, tailors and riverside cafés, about 45 minutes south.
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Photo: Steffen Schmitz, CC BY-SA 4.0 Ride the Hai Van Pass
A spectacular coastal mountain road north towards Hue, best by motorbike or with a driver.
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Photo: DvTor8303, CC0 Ba Na Hills
A cable car up to a hilltop resort and the Golden Bridge held up by giant stone hands.
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Photo: Jpatokal, CC BY-SA 4.0 Seafood by the beach
Choose your fish, prawns and clams from tanks at the beachfront restaurants and have them grilled.
Where to stay
My Khe and An Thuong
Beachfront hotels and a walkable area of cafés and restaurants.
Hotels in My Khe and An ThuongHan River
Central and lively, close to the bridges, markets and night views.
Hotels in Han RiverSon Tra
Resorts on the peninsula, for seclusion and nature.
Hotels in Son Tra
Getting around
Grab cars and bikes are cheap and convenient, and the city's flat streets suit cycling. Hire a driver for Hoi An or the Hai Van Pass.
The airport is right in the city, about 10 minutes from the centre by taxi; trains on the north-south line stop at Da Nang station.
When to go
February to August is dry and sunny, ideal for the beach, with the hottest months in June and July. From September to December the rainy season brings storms and occasional flooding.
Plan your trip to Da Nang
Guide last checked October 2026. Opening times and prices change, so check before you go.