A fruitful guide for your Da Nang tour

Are you planning to visit a beautiful place surrounded by forests, hills, beaches, and the sea? Vietnam can be on your list, and Da Nang is the best city for your Vietnam trip. Many travelers plan their vacation to explore da Nang and its culture, cuisines, and beaches. Da Nang offers more than just a vacation; this comprehensive guide will help you curate your da Nang trip. This page will teach you about Da Nang City, its attractive places, the best times to visit, some finger-licking cuisines you must eat, and more. 

About Da Nang

Vietnam is a country in the South Asian region and a very popular tourist destination worldwide. Millions of people visit Vietnam yearly to explore, and one of the must-visit cities is Da Nang City, the fifth largest Vietnamese city on the coast of the South China Sea. Da Nang International Airport serves the city, which is a 15-minute drive away. A first-class city with one of the highest urbanization rates one can find compared to any other Vietnamese province. 

Several transportation modes are available to explore and move around the city or to/from other cities in Vietnam. Geographically, it's the largest Vietnamese city surrounded by mountains to the west and sea to the east, which makes its climate a tropical monsoon climate, with September to December being the wettest season. 

Best time to stay in Da Nang

Da Nang can be one of the best destinations you have ever visited if you plan your trip during the best time of the year. People travel year-round to Da Nang, but the best time to explore the beauty of Da Nang is between March and May and between September and October. 

• Peak time: Da Nang attracts the most tourists in the peak season, from June to August. Accommodations and traveling expenses might become expensive. The weather is quite warm during these days, fluctuating between 32 and 38 degrees Celsius.
• Off-season: During this time, travelers do not prefer to visit Da Nang because of the wet weather, although not heavy rainfall can be expected. If you are only on a strict budget, plan to visit between October and January. If you are a beach and water sports lover, it could be your best time to enjoy a cheaper trip.
• Dry Season: From January to August is the starting of Dry Season. If you plan a vacation, this would be the perfect time to enjoy sunbathing, outdoor activities, and nightlife. One of the most attractive festive occasions celebrated during this time is fireworks competitions.
• Wet Season: September to December is the time you should avoid because you will find the highest amount of rainfall, and the temperature may be the lowest of the year. Beaches and outdoor sports are closed, but you can enjoy spending time in cafes and bookstores. 

Must-to-do activities in Da Nang

Here are some of the top things to do in Da Nang City. Remember to include these in your travel itinerary no matter how long your trip is. 

• Enjoying the beach view: Starting a morning at the beach in Da Nang City can be your kind of thing. You will witness fishermen selling their day's catch, families playing sports, people jogging, and people spending quality time lying on the sand.
• Sightseeing at Son Tra Peninsula: Located on the hillsides and overlooking the bay Da Nang and the east ses, near Tiên Sa Beach, it is also locally famous as Monkey Mountain because you can find one of the endangered species of monkey, Red-Shanked Douc Langur—known as the world's most striking primates.
• Learning Cham culture in Da Nang: When you visit Da Nang, you must hear about the Cham People who once ruled in central Vietnam. You can learn more about them by visiting the Cham Museum of Sculptures, which consists of the world's largest collection of Cham Sculptures.
• Lunch on the street: Street food is the heart of Da Nang, and you must try popular street foods like Mi Quang and Pho.
• Exploring the Marvelous Marble Mountains: Under 20 minutes of drive from the city, Marble Mountains is your one-stop destination to start your day. It is a collection of five outcrops with pagodas and some hidden cases and ancient shrines.

Top Places in Da Nang City

There are hundreds of places to explore Da Nang's heritage, culture, and modern lifestyle. If you plan to visit Da Nang, these places must be on your list.  

Ba Na Hills: Ba Na Hills is popular for its cable car ride to King Peak. This hill is located in the Tuing Son Mountains, and spending a day there with your family or friends would be fun. 

• Timings: 8 AM - 10 PM
• Distance: 34 km from the city center
• Entry Fee: 700K VND

Sun World Amusement Park: A theme park where one can travel with one's family, a perfect place for fun lovers. Find this at the top of Ba Na Hills.

• Timings: 8 AM - 6 PM
• Distance: 34 km from the city center
• Entry Fee: up to 750K VND. 

Hoi Na town: Ranked among the oldest Asian cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore historical buildings, and spending an evening at Hoi Na will be a spectacular experience.

• Distance: 24 km from the city center
• Entry Fee: NA

Special food to try in Da Nang

Foodies will find Da Nang delightful, where they can try hundreds of dishes, from national dishes to local street cuisines that can make an eater lick their cutlery and crockery. Here are some of the most popular dishes you should not miss to try on your Da Nang Trip.

• Bún chả cá: Just sit back and relax and let this Da Nang-style Bún chả cá satiate your appetite.  A hot bowl of fish cake noodle soup is a must-have for lunch.
• Nem Kui: Pho can be a popular dish you can find, but the most loved street food for you can be this Da Nang specialty, which is made with marinated minced pork grilled over charcoal and served with rice paper and traditional style sauce.
• Mi Quang: This Vietnamese turmeric noodle is a must-try; you can find it on every street corner. It is a definitive mix of salad and noodle soup made with rice noodles, turmeric, and nine broth.
• Banh mi Ba Lan is a famous Vietnamese-style ham sandwich with traditional bread. It would surely be your next favorite street food. It contains jambon, cucumber, coriander, spring onions, and other ingredients.
• Banh xeo ba Duong: Do you like pancakes? Try this Crispy, Savoury traditional Vietnamese pancake made with the goodness of rice flour, turmeric, and coconut milk. One of the tastiest foods found in the Da Nang's Local Market. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Da Nang safe for solo female travelers to visit?

Thousands of female tourists have found it safe in Vietnam's Da Nang. Vietnam is one of those countries where crime rates are too low. However, it is advisable for all solo travelers, especially females, to exercise caution and safety measures while roaming and traveling to crowded and tourist-dense areas. 

Is Da Nang's nightlife good?

Yes. Da Nang has one of Vietnam's biggest nightclubs and the best beaches for night parties. If you visit Da Nang City, you will find its nightlife very dynamic and thriving. 

How much is the nearest airport to Da Nang?

Da Nang City is only a few miles from the Da Nang International Airport, approximately 6 km, so reaching the downtown is no difficulty.