Da Nang Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Da Nang which includes mountains, landscape views and a city
Come to one of Vietnam’s largest’s cities for the beautiful beaches and stay for the historic sites and relaxed atmosphere.

Located halfway between ambient Hanoi and frantic Ho Chi Minh, Da Nang is creating its own reputation as an excellent base from which to explore fascinating relics and enjoy picturesque beaches.

Da Nang has a long history and reminders of the past are everywhere here. Look out for the French influence in the city’s architecture and spot the ruins of military bases from the Vietnam War.

Learn about Da Nang’s more ancient past at the Museum of Cham Sculpture. Here you can see hundreds of images and artifacts from centuries gone by. Visit  the city’s many iconic pagodas, especially the glittering Phap Lam Pagoda in town. Don’t miss the giant pink Da Nang Cathedral, known to the locals as the “Con Ga” (rooster) church because of its weathervane.

Da Nang was once home to only two bridges, one built by the French and one built by the Americans. The pride of the city today is the Han River Bridge, the first bridge to be designed and built by the Vietnamese.

With 30 kilometres (19 miles) of coastline, there are plenty of opportunities for swimming, fishing, water skiing and sunbathing. My Khe Beach, known as China Beach when it was a favourite place for American soldiers to relax during the Vietnam War, is now a stretch of upmarket paradise. For a slower pace, seek out Lang Co Beach, a palm tree-lined beach between a turquoise lagoon and the sea.

Make sure you get to the Marble Mountains, to the south of Da Nang. These five hills, made of limestone and marble, were named after the five elements: fire, water, earth, metal and wood. Tunnels, caves and temples await the brave explorer here, as do many remnants from the war. The view from the top is particularly captivating.

Da Nang has a tropical climate, with a rainy season between September and December. The sea is calmest between May and August. The city is easily accessible by train, bus or plane.

Where to stay in Da Nang

Da Nang showing landscape views

Da Nang City Centre

4/5(74 area reviews)

The beaches and stunning river views are top of the list for many visitors to Da Nang City Centre. A stop by Museum of Cham Sculpture or Asia Park might round out your trip.

Da Nang City Centre
Hoi An Ancient Town showing a small town or village, cycling and street scenes

Hoi An Ancient Town

Travellers to Hoi An Ancient Town praise its stunning beaches. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Quan Cong Temple and Hoi An Market.

Hoi An Ancient Town
Hoi An City Centre which includes markets, cycling and street scenes

Hoi An City Centre

4.5/5(115 area reviews)

Hoi An City Centre is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Quan Cong Temple and Hoi An Market.

Hoi An City Centre
Son Tra Mountain showing a statue or sculpture

Son Tra

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers come to Son Tra for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like My Khe Beach and Pham Van Dong Beach while you're in town.

Son Tra
Da Nang featuring a statue or sculpture, a pond and a garden

Ngũ Hành Sơn

4/5(62 area reviews)

While visiting Ngũ Hành Sơn, you might make a stop by sights like My Khe Beach and Marble Mountains.

Ngũ Hành Sơn
Museum of Cham Sculpture showing a statue or sculpture and interior views

Hai Chau

Hai Chau is known for its beautiful river views, and you can make a stop by Asia Park and Museum of Cham Sculpture while in the area.

Hai Chau
TMS Hotel Da Nang Beach
TMS Hotel Da Nang Beach
4.5 out of 5
292 Vo Nguyen Giap Road, My An Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang
The price is NZ$114 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$114
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Da Nang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (709 reviews)
"Good location. Large room with ocean view."

Reviewed on 6 May 2024

TMS Hotel Da Nang Beach
Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa
Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa
5 out of 5
05 Truong Sa Street, Hoa Hai Ward, Da Nang
The price is NZ$275 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$275
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Da Nang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 5 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful location"

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa
Melia Vinpearl Danang Riverfront
Melia Vinpearl Danang Riverfront
5 out of 5
341 Tran Hung Dao Street, An Hai Bac Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$120 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$120
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Da Nang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (600 reviews)
"Convenient location, nice staff , cleaness"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Melia Vinpearl Danang Riverfront
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Altara Suites Da Nang
Altara Suites Da Nang
4 out of 5
120 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Phuoc My Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang, Son Tra
Stay at this 4-star beach apartment in Da Nang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions My Khe Beach and Han Market are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (227 reviews)
Wonderful stay
"Great stay and wonderful breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Altara Suites Da Nang
Bay Capital Danang
Bay Capital Danang
4.5 out of 5
17 Quang Trung, Hai Chau, Da Nang
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Da Nang. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions My Khe Beach and Han Market are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (43 reviews)
"Warm greetings and accommodating. Great breakfast buffet choices."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2024

Bay Capital Danang
Furama Villas Danang
Furama Villas Danang
5 out of 5
107 Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Khue My Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang
Stay at this 5-star luxury villa in Da Nang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions My Khe Beach and Dragon Bridge are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (268 reviews)
"10 out 10!! I went to many hotels before and furama villa was the best!!"

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2024

Furama Villas Danang
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Da Nang

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
9 Feb 2020

My 11th visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
26 Jan 2020

Relaxing but lots to see and do

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
19 Jan 2020

I love Danang, and called it home for years.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
27 Dec 2019

Really like Da Nang there was a lot of construction all over the town and roadworks in progress, but loved how many vegetarian options and great massage places there was.

4/5 - Good

Steven
17 Nov 2019

Nice little city, very clean compared to many other asian cities, well planned, modern, safe, friendly, helpful and lots of reasonable shopping locations for general tourist related goods.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
29 Oct 2019

The beaches water needs to be cleaned up

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