How many days should I spend in Da Nang?

2-3 days covers Da Nang's highlights including the beaches, Marble Mountains, and a Ba Na Hills trip. Many people base here for 4-5 days and day trip to Hoi An and Hue.

What is the best time to visit Da Nang?

March to August brings the best beach weather with calm seas. May-July is peak season with hot, sunny days. September to February is cooler with rain, especially October-December. Typhoons occasionally hit in autumn.

Is Da Nang safe for tourists?

Very safe and notably clean by Vietnamese standards. The beach areas and tourist zones feel secure day and night. Swimming conditions at My Khe Beach are generally safe, with lifeguards on duty.

Where should I stay in Da Nang?

My Khe Beach has the best mix of beach access, restaurants, and hotels at all price points. Son Tra Peninsula offers luxury resorts. The city center suits business travelers but lacks beach proximity.

Beach

Central Vietnam

Da Nang

Modern coastal city with beautiful beaches, the famous Golden Bridge, and easy access to Hoi An and Hue.

2-3 days recommended

$35-70 per day

Beach, families

Where to Stay

Overview

Da Nang has transformed from a quiet coastal city into Vietnam's most liveable urban center. Modern high-rises line pristine beaches, the Dragon Bridge breathes actual fire on weekends, and the famous Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills has become an Instagram sensation.

For travelers, Da Nang works as both a destination and a base. The city itself offers excellent beaches, surprisingly good nightlife, and easy day trips to Hoi An, Hue, and the dramatic Hai Van Pass. It feels like Vietnam's future while still keeping its coastal soul.

Top Things to Do

1Watch the Dragon Bridge breathe fire and water every Saturday and Sunday at 9pm

2Ride the cable car to Ba Na Hills and walk across the giant hands of the Golden Bridge

3Surf or swim at My Khe Beach, consistently rated among Vietnam's best beaches

4Drive or ride the Hai Van Pass, the spectacular mountain road between Da Nang and Hue

5Explore the Marble Mountains' Buddhist caves and climb to the panoramic viewpoint

6Sample Mi Quang noodles and banh trang cuon at the city's legendary street food spots

Getting There & Around

By Air: Da Nang International Airport (DAD) is remarkably central, just 3km from the beach hotels. Grab to My Khe Beach costs around 50,000-80,000 VND and takes 10-15 minutes. Multiple daily flights connect to Hanoi and HCMC.

By Train: Da Nang Railway Station links to Hanoi (14-17 hours), HCMC (15-20 hours), and Hue (2.5 hours on the scenic route over Hai Van Pass - though the train goes through a tunnel now).

Getting Around: Grab is reliable and cheap here. Rent a motorbike (100,000-150,000 VND/day) to explore beaches and the Hai Van Pass. The beach road is flat and easy to cycle.