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City guide · Vietnam

Da Nang

A photograph of Da Nang
Photograph · Cuong Tran · Public domain

Da Nang is divided by the Han River, with the civic centre and markets on the west bank and the main beach strip on the east. The river bridges connect these two practical visitor zones. The Marble Mountains lie south toward Hoi An, while the Son Tra Peninsula and Hai Van Pass extend north beyond the compact urban core.

Practical information

Language spoken
Vietnamese
National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code
+84
International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency
Vietnamese đồng (VND)
Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number
113 police · 114 fire · 115 ambulance
Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type
Type A and C · 220 V
Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water
Not recorded
No verified nationwide visitor drinking-water statement was recorded

Turn this list into a plan

Set your days, your pace and the hours you actually want to be out. The planner works around closing days and travel time, and leaves room to eat.

Plan Da Nang

Planning a visit

Suggested stay
Not recorded
Getting around
Walking, public bus, bicycle and licensed taxi
  1. January: viable with meaningful trade-offs
  2. February: best time to visit
  3. March: best time to visit
  4. April: good time to visit
  5. May: viable with meaningful trade-offs
  6. June: recurring difficult conditions
  7. July: recurring difficult conditions
  8. August: recurring difficult conditions — current month
  9. September: recurring difficult conditions
  10. October: recurring difficult conditions
  11. November: recurring difficult conditions
  12. December: recurring difficult conditions
  • Best time
  • Good time
  • Viable with trade-offs
  • Difficult conditions

Sources

Top things to see

Ranked by importance — sitelinks, pageviews and heritage status, not editor preference.

  1. Museum of Cham Sculpture Museum of Cham Sculpture
    02 1 hr 30 min

    Museum of Cham Sculpture

    The Museum of Cham Sculpture is a museum in Da Nang, Vietnam, dedicated to the art and heritage of the Champa civilization. The Champa kingdom flourished in central and southern Vietnam for many centuries, leaving behind remarkable sculptural works.

    • Must see
    • Museum
  2. My Khe Beach My Khe Beach
    03 1 hour

    My Khe Beach

    My Khe Beach, known locally as Bãi biển Mỹ Khê, is a prominent coastal stretch in Da Nang, Vietnam. It extends along the eastern edge of the city, facing the South China Sea.

    • Must see
    • Nature site
  3. Sun World Bà Nà Hills Sun World Bà Nà Hills
    06 2 hours

    Sun World Bà Nà Hills

    Sun World Ba Na Hills is a hill station and resort complex in the Truong Son Mountains near Da Nang, Vietnam.

    • Must see
    • Entertainment venue
  4. Dragon River Bridge Dragon River Bridge
    07 45 min

    Dragon River Bridge

    Dragon Bridge, known locally as Cầu Rồng, is a steel bridge spanning the Hàn River in Da Nang, Vietnam.

    • Must see
    • Historic monument
  5. Hai Van Pass Hai Van Pass
    08 45 min

    Hai Van Pass

    Hai Van Pass is a dramatic mountain pass on the border of Da Nang and Thua Thien-Hue provinces. The name translates to Ocean Cloud Pass, reflecting its mist-shrouded peaks and coastal vistas.

    • Must see
    • Historic monument
  6. Nhà thờ Chính tòa Đà Nẵng Nhà thờ Chính tòa Đà Nẵng
    09 30 min

    Nhà thờ Chính tòa Đà Nẵng

    Da Nang Cathedral, known locally as Nhà thờ Chính tòa Đà Nẵng, stands as a notable religious structure in central Vietnam's coastal city.

    • Must see
    • Place of worship
  7. Non Nuoc Beach Non Nuoc Beach
    11 1 hour

    Non Nuoc Beach

    Non Nuoc Beach is a coastal stretch in Da Nang, Vietnam, located on the eastern edge of the city along the South China Sea.

    • Must see
    • Nature site
  8. Ban Co Peak Ban Co Peak
    12 20 min

    Ban Co Peak

    Ban Co Peak is a prominent elevated viewpoint located in Da Nang, a major coastal city in central Vietnam. The peak offers panoramic vistas over the surrounding landscape, including urban areas, coastline, and mountainous terrain.

    • Must see
    • Viewpoint
  9. Cầu Sông Hàn Cầu Sông Hàn
    13 45 min

    Cầu Sông Hàn

    The Han River Bridge, known locally as Cầu Sông Hàn, is a swing bridge spanning the Han River in Da Nang, central Vietnam. It holds distinction as Vietnam's first swing bridge designed and constructed by Vietnamese engineers.

    • Must see
    • Historic monument
  10. Dien Hai Citadel Dien Hai Citadel
    15 45 min

    Dien Hai Citadel

    Dien Hai Citadel is a historic military fortification in Da Nang, Vietnam. Constructed in 1813 during the Nguyen Dynasty, it was originally named Dien Hai Fort.

    • Must see
    • Historic monument
  11. Hải Vân Quan Hải Vân Quan
    24 45 min

    Hải Vân Quan

    Hai Van Quan is a historic military gate situated at the summit of Hai Van Pass, which forms the natural boundary between Da Nang and Thua Thien-Hue provinces in central Vietnam.

    • Must see
    • Historic monument

Source: OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata ·

How the city is laid out

Group Han Market, the cathedral, Cham Museum and west-bank riverfront together. Cross one bridge for My Khe Beach and the eastern waterfront, then reserve a separate block for Son Tra because its roads climb away from the centre. Marble Mountains and the southern coast fit another route; Ba Na Hills and Hai Van Pass need standalone excursions.

Checked 2026-08-26

Getting around

Central riverfront sights are walkable in short clusters, but beaches and outer attractions require wheels. Da Nang lists public buses, public bicycles, taxis and app-based cars or motorbikes as local options, with DanaBus providing route information. Distances to Son Tra, Marble Mountains and the mountain approaches make a planned return ride more reliable than an improvised walk.

Checked 2026-08-26

Common questions

How many days should I spend in Da Nang?

A fixed stay length is not recorded. Build the visit around the Han River banks and My Khe, then add Son Tra, Marble Mountains and Hai Van Pass only when the available time supports a separate journey.

What is the best way to organise sightseeing in Da Nang?

Group places by district instead of crossing the city repeatedly. Start with the Han River banks and My Khe; treat Son Tra, Marble Mountains and Hai Van Pass as separate routes with their own travel allowance.

How do I get around Da Nang?

Use Walking, public bus, bicycle and licensed taxi. Walk within compact clusters and consult the linked official transport information before making longer transfers or relying on a particular route.

Can I explore Da Nang mainly on foot?

Only within individual neighbourhood clusters. The main visitor areas are separated by distances, waterways, major roads or regional approaches, so longer links normally need public transport or a licensed vehicle.

Which Da Nang sights need separate transport planning?

Plan Son Tra, Marble Mountains and Hai Van Pass separately from the Han River banks and My Khe. Check the current route, return connection and any access requirements on the official source before departure.