Located in the middle of Vietnam and named one of the best places to visit in Vietnam, Da Nang is famous for its popular attractions, good food and long charming beaches. Therefore, visitors can get countless experiences when visiting this beach city. In this travel guide, Ftripvietnam will suggest you 20 best things to do in Da Nang for your fantastic trip this year!
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Sightseeing on top of Ba Na Hills
- Location: Cable car route to Ba Na Hills, Hoa Ninh, Hoa Vang, Da Nang, Vietnam
- Opening time: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM (Daily)
Enjoy a panoramic view of the mountains and forests of Da Nang with a ride on the world’s longest cable car with a length of 5801 meters to Ba Na Hills. This place is the most popular destination of Da Nang during summer time, with a relaxed, high-altitude atmosphere. Moreover, there are areas called The Golden Bridge & Ba Na Hill Fantasy Park, where travellers can participate in different kinds of entertainment, see the wax museum of celebrities and admire on one of the most impressive architecture of the modern time.
Enjoy coffee at Cong Ca Phe
- Location: 98-96 Bach Dang, Hai Chau 1, Hai Chau, Da Nang
- Opening time: 7:00 AM – 11:30 PM (Daily)
When visiting Vietnam, you have to explore the coffee culture by trying different types of coffee cross different regions in Vietnam. If Hanoi is well known for its delicious egg coffee Hanoi, then stopping by Cong Ca Phe is one of the best things to do to enjoy the great taste of yogurt coffee or coconut milk coffee.
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Go to My Khe Beach
- Location: Nguyen Van Thoai, Da Nang
My Khe beach is a treasure of Danang with iridescent golden sand and sparkling blue sea. Not only famous for its brilliant natural scenery, but visitors can also directly experience outdoor activities with water sports such as surfing, snorkeling, and jet-skiing. For travelers who want to relax and do nothing, you can sunbathe and enjoy fresh seafood dishes at restaurants in the same area.
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Conquer Marble Mountains
- Location: 81 Huyen Tran Princess, Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Da Nang
- Opening time: 7am-5pm (Daily)
Move 7km from the city center is Ngu Hanh Son, a cluster of 5 limestone mountains, named after the five natural elements Thuy Son (water), Moc Son (wood), Hoa Son (fire), Kim Son (metal) and Tho Son (earth). In particular, Thuy Son mountain is considered the most beautiful for tourists to explore. You can climb more than a hundred steps or take the elevator to the top of this mountain. Upon arrival, tourists will be able to admire other unique species of religious architecture.
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Watch the Danang Dragon Bridge show
- Location: Phuoc Ninh, Hai Chau, Da Nang
The center of Da Nang is one of the best places to visit in Danang Vietnam. Here, anyone can easily admire the “new symbol of Da Nang”, the bridge built with the giant Dragon symbol winding over 666 meters. According to the Vietnamese concept, the dragon is a sacred animal symbolizing the nobility and desire for the country’s development. This dragon can glow at night, illuminating the Han River.
Every Saturday and Sunday at 9pm, you can stroll down the riverside and enjoy Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge light show.
Visit the Danang Museum of Cham Sculpture
- Location: 02, 2 Thang 9, Binh Hien, Hai Chau, Da Nang
- Opening time: 7:30 AM – 5 PM (Daily)
Vietnam has many fascinating museums. However, it would be best if you spent a little time during your trip visiting the only Cham museum in Vietnam as well as in the world. You will learn about the Cham culture depicted on terracotta and stone dating from the 7th to the 15th centuries.
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Admire Son Tra Mountain
- Location: Tho Quang, Son Tra, Da Nang
Son Tra Mountain, also known as Monkey Mountain in English, is called the name of an animal because it is the home of a rare red-faced monkey.
This area is also known as Son Tra Peninsula; the pass roads here are at the top of the most beautiful street in Vietnam and are considered suitable for activities such as climbing or cycling and traveling by motorbike.
Enjoy the journey on Hai Van Pass
- Location: Lang Co, Phu Loc, Thua Thien Hue
Hai Van Pass is the highest pass in Vietnam, with an altitude of 500 m above sea level. Passing the intersection between Thua Thien-Hue province and Da Nang city, you can zoom in and see the whole scene of the mountains covered with green blankets and the clear blue sky. On top of that, explorers can also see Da Nang city, Tien Sa port, Son Tra peninsula, and the East Sea.
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Visit Linh Ung Pagoda
- Location: Lumbini Garden, Hoang Sa, Tho Quang, Son Tra, Da Nang
- Opening time: All day
One of the best things to do in Da Nang is cross Son Tra mountain in order to reach Linh Ung Pagoda. This temple has the most prominent feature in the display area of 67 meters statues of Quan The Am, standing tall on a pedestal in the shape of a blooming lotus, containing 21 Buddha statues inside.
Check out Phap Lam Pagoda
- Location: 574 Ong Ich Khiem, Nam Duong, Hai Chau, Da Nang
- Opening time: All day
Phap Lam Pagoda is in a 2-story building on Ong Ich Khiem street. The internal area is a well-maintained, tree-lined garden with many beautiful Buddhist sculptures.
The atmosphere in this sacred place is unusually peaceful, where people stop by to pray every morning.
In the temple yard, there is a 1.1m high sitting Buddha statue and bronze statues of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara and Dai The Chi Bodhisattva. Around this area, there are very delicious vegetarian foods that visitors should linger to try.
Relax at Non Nuoc Beach
- Location: Hoa Hai, Da Nang
Only 20 minutes driving from the center of Da Nang, you can take advantage of the time to have exciting conversations with your travel companion. Afterward, the rest of the time can be spent lying on the velvety sands of one of most beautiful beaches in Vietnam. You can combine a trip to Non Nuoc Beach, and Ngu Hanh Son Mountain since this 5km beach extends to the foot of the Ngu Hanh Son Mountain.
Take a trip to Danang Cathedral
- Location: 156 Tran Phu, Hai Chau 1, Hai Chau, Da Nang
- Opening time: 6am-4:30pm (Mon-Sat) | 11:30am-1:30pm (Sunday)
Danang Cathedral is one of the most famous Catholic works in Vietnam. The design is painted pink and decorated with stained glass windows and a majestic bell with a rooster standing on top. The top of the breathing house has become a typical symbol that makes this 1923-built church known as the Con Ga Church or the Rooster Church. Visitors can walk here from the Dragon Bridge in 15 minutes, and it does not cost any to enter.
Shopping at Con Market
- Location: 290 Hung Vuong, Vinh Trung, Hai Chau, Da Nang
- Opening time: 7am-7pm (Daily)
Where can you go shopping in Da Nang City? Come to Con market; more than 2,000 stores can provide everything you need, including clothes, shoes, and local handicrafts. You can buy handmade items here for great souvenirs.
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Stroll along the Pham Van Dong Beach
- Location: Pham Van Dong Beach, Da Nang
Another star on one of the most famous beaches in Da Nang. During the best time to visit Danang Vietnam, this location has attracted many filmmakers. The beach here is renowned for its long soft sandbank.
Get to know the Fifth Military Division Museum of Da Nang
- Location: 24 Tran Phu, Thach Thang, Hai Chau, Da Nang
- Opening time: 8am-11:30am | 2pm-5pm (Daily)
The 5th Division Museum in Da Nang is home to a brutal history of Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The museum has a large area and is arranged into four main areas. The interior holds several artifacts from the war and other items, such as letters and photographs taken by soldiers of the Fìth Division.
Frequently asked questions about the best things to do in Da Nang (FAQs)
Where can you go shopping in Da Nang city?
These are the best places to go shopping in Da Nang: Visitors can get by the famous Com Market, Han Market, Non Nuoc Fine Arts Village, Lotte Mart Da Nang, Da Nang Souvenirs and Café, Vinh Trung Plaza.
What are some exciting places in Da Nang city?
Must-visit interesting places in Danang are Son Tra Mountain, Ba Na Hills, Marble Mountains, Museum of Cham, My Khe Beach, Non Nuoc Beach, Dragon bridge, Linh Ung Pagoda, and Hai Van Pass.
Da Nang is unforgettable with many thrilling places. If you already know about the best things to do in Da Nang, you can schedule a trip to Vietnam from now on. Remember to bring sunscreen and join Ftrip tour to Da Nang in 2023!
