Discover the Top 15 Must-Visit Attractions in Da Nang

Topping the list of the most fascinating attractions to visit when traveling to Da Nang is Dragon Bridge and the banks of the Han River. Completed and opened in 2013, Dragon Bridge is considered the iconic landmark of Da Nang city. Spanning 667m in length and 37.5m in width, with 6 lanes for traffic, the bridge features a giant dragon in its center that can change colors, spray water, and breathe fire. Every weekend, Dragon Bridge performs a water and fire show from 9:00 PM to 9:15 PM, captivating the attention of numerous tourists.

Moreover, Dragon Bridge serves as a vital link directly connecting Da Nang International Airport to My Khe Beach, as well as offering panoramic views of the Han River.

The banks of the Han River, the most beautiful river in Da Nang, are also beautifully adorned with colorful decorations every evening, housing many restaurants, hotels, and cafes with stunning views. Particularly, the banks of the Han River boast interesting attractions such as the Love Bridge, the 'carp turning into a dragon' statue spraying water resembling Singapore, and the Night Market on weekends.

In addition to Dragon Bridge, visitors can also explore other beautiful bridges spanning the Han River, such as Han River Bridge, Nguyen Thi Ly Bridge, Thuan Phuoc Bridge, and Tien Son Bridge, all beautifully illuminated at night. Notably, Han River Bridge rotates 90 degrees at midnight to allow ships to pass through. Although the bridge rotation serves commercial purposes, it also attracts many tourists due to its peculiar and unique nature.

Among the most fascinating attractions to visit when traveling to Da Nang, Ba Na Hills is undoubtedly a must-see.Ba Na Hills is a tourist complex built by the Sun World conglomerate on Ba Na Mountain, known as the 'way to the fairy scene.'

Situated in the Truong Son range, Ba Na Mountain is 25km from the center of Da Nang city, and Ba Na Hills is located atop Mount Chua of Ba Na. Initially planned and constructed by the French as a luxury resort in Indochina, Ba Na Hills still retains its classical Western style, with modern additions, serving as a beautiful spot for tourists to immerse themselves in.

At Ba Na Hills, notable features include: the longest cable car system in Vietnam; the most ancient European-style urban area in the country; a 27m tall statue of Buddha; Linh Phong Tower with 9 floors; the magnificent Le Jardin D'amour flower garden; and most recently, the Golden Bridge spanning between two giant stone hands.

My Khe Beach in Da Nang city has the honor of being listed among the top 10 most beautiful beaches in the world by Forbes magazine. This beach is also recognized as one of the most beautiful beaches in Asia by Australia's Sunday magazine. Why is that?

My Khe Beach stretches along the coast of Da Nang city in an S-shaped curve, with a length of up to 900 meters. Just 5.5km from Da Nang International Airport and 1.5km from Dragon Bridge, My Khe Beach meets all the criteria for a 5-star international beach: convenient transportation, long and wide beach, clear water, moderate waves, white sand, green trees, free admission, and plenty of 3-5 star restaurants and hotels nearby.

Furthermore, My Khe Beach is backed by the city, overlooking the East Sea with the green mountains of Son Tra Peninsula and Cu Lao Cham. Perhaps that's why My Khe Beach is dubbed one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Asia Park Da Nang is an amusement park complex built by Sun World. This is a massive complex, divided into various areas for entertainment, shopping, and dining, with an entrance fee of about 300,000 VND per person.

At Asia Park Da Nang, there are many exciting and unique games such as water park games, high-speed roller coasters, dinosaur island, sky train... and the most special of all is the Sun Wheel. The Sun Wheel is gigantic, the largest Ferris wheel in Vietnam, representing Asia Park Da Nang and also one of the iconic images of Da Nang city.

Regarded as the symbol of Da Nang city, any tourist visiting Da Nang cannot miss the opportunity to take photos with Da Nang City Hall. Standing at a height of 166.8 meters, Da Nang City Hall is the tallest building in Central Vietnam, and the fourth tallest in Vietnam (after Landmark 81 in Saigon, Keangnam Landmark 72 in Hanoi, and Bitexco in Saigon).

Da Nang City Hall, with its unique design, affectionately called by locals as the 'corn building,' becomes even more beautiful when viewed from both sides of the Han River.

Right next to Da Nang City Hall is the Da Nang Museum - a place that preserves the entire history of the city's development from its early days to modern times, through periods of exploration, French resistance, Indochina, revolution, and renewal; as well as showcasing the unique marine specimens of the Da Nang sea.

Marble Mountains is a famous mountain cluster in Da Nang, located about 8km southeast of the city center. Marble Mountains consist of 5 mountains representing the five elements: Kim (metal), Moc (wood), Thuy (water), Hoa (fire), Tho (earth), among which Thuy (Water) Mountain is the highest and most beautiful.

Marble Mountains are also known as Non Nuoc Mountains, frequently mentioned in Vietnamese poetry. There are many attractions and historical sites on Marble Mountains, such as Non Nuoc Pagoda, Quan Am Cave, Tam Thai peak, Tam Thai Pagoda, Hoa Nghiem Cave, the stele of Pho Da Son Linh Trung Buddha inscribed by King Minh Mang, Ung Thien Pagoda, Su Van Hanh Street, Linh Son Pagoda, Huyen Vi Cave, Long Hoa Pagoda, Hue Quang Pagoda, Cham people's temple ruins...

Son Tra Peninsula is one of the most beautiful mountainous areas in Da Nang (along with Ba Na and Marble Mountains). Son Tra Peninsula is located 10km northeast of Da Nang city center, connected to Da Nang's coastline (including My Khe Beach), serving as a protective shield for the city. Thuan Phuoc Bridge - the longest suspension bridge in Vietnam - connects Da Nang city to Son Tra Peninsula, alternatively, you can also follow the coastal road to reach this peninsula. Son Tra Peninsula boasts pristine beauty, with lush greenery, hot springs, Da Nang Port, beautiful beaches, and luxurious resorts.

Most notably, on Son Tra Peninsula, there is Linh Ung Pagoda. Linh Ung Pagoda is situated in Bai But, offering a panoramic view of Da Nang's extended coastline, gathering a collection of beautiful spiritual architecture, creating a completely serene space different from other attractions in Da Nang.

Within Linh Ung Pagoda are 18 Arhats statues, with the most remarkable being the giant statue of Guan Yin Bodhisattva made of white stone blocks, standing at 67 meters tall, making it the tallest Buddha statue in Vietnam. The Guan Yin Bodhisattva statue of Linh Ung Pagoda leans against the mountain, facing the sea, visible from every beach along Da Nang's coastline.

Nam O Reef is an untouched beach located in Hoa Hiep Ward, Linh Chieu District, approximately 17km northwest of downtown Da Nang. For adventurous travelers, Nam O Reef is a unique and exotic discovery, yet for locals, it's a familiar weekend getaway spot. As it hasn't 'appeared' in any tour itinerary, Nam O Reef retains its pristine beauty, allowing travelers to feel like they've stepped into a new land, ready for exploration.

Nam O Reef is divided into two smaller clusters: Main Reef and Sub Reef. The Main Reef, about 50 meters wide and 300 meters long, stands out with its dense underwater rocks submerged in the sea. The Sub Reef, smaller and parallel to the Main Reef, features a small channel known as the 'heart canal' by locals, adding a fresh touch to Nam O Reef.

Nam O Reef paints a beautiful picture in the eyes of visitors, nothing beats leaving behind all worries, walking barefoot on the smooth sand, strolling around a poetic beach, feeling the gentle breeze caressing, infusing the soul with incredibly sweet air. Not far away are the clusters of boulders and corals peacefully lying under the mountain. Many large rocks are large enough for someone to rest and enjoy the peaceful scenery at Nam O Reef.

Cham Sculpture Art Museum in Da Nang is one of the few museums that fully preserve the Cham people's history - a nation that once dominated a vast area in southern Vietnam before its decline and the unification of Dai Viet. From about a few thousand years ago, the Cham people (also known as Champa) lived and ruled the land of Da Nang and Quang Nam. To this day, My Son Sanctuary in Quang Nam is considered the most extensive and complete relic of the Cham people that has been preserved.

Rare archaeological artifacts about the Cham people in My Son Sanctuary and throughout the country are preserved at Cham Sculpture Art Museum in Da Nang, including various statues, steles, artifacts, altars, reliefs, and carvings of the Cham people, reflecting their ethnic identity. The total number of art objects displayed at Cham Sculpture Art Museum in Da Nang is about 500 pieces, divided into corresponding rooms representing the geographical areas where they were discovered, including rooms for My Son, Tra Kieu, Dong Duong, Mam Tower, and corridors for Quang Tri, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai, Kon Tum, Quang Binh, and Binh Dinh.

Than Tai Hot Mineral Spring is a tourist destination combined with resort facilities. Here, surrounded by lush forests and natural hot mineral springs, along with a variety of entertainment and luxury resort activities, the Than Tai Hot Mineral Spring Park is located in the Ba Na Nui Chua Nature Reserve, Hoa Phu Commune, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang City.

The eco-tourism area of Than Tai Hot Mineral Spring is located within the Ba Na Nui Chua Nature Reserve, which remains cool all year round, with four seasons in a day. Therefore, you can visit Than Tai Hot Mineral Spring at any time, but the best time to visit is still from April to September. During this time, Da Nang has less rain, making it convenient for travel and helping you avoid and relieve the heat in the city area.

Than Tai Hot Mineral Spring Resort is only about 30km from Da Nang City, and the road is very beautiful, so you have many transportation options to get here such as motorbikes, cars (taxis), or joining cheap day tours...

Van Village is a small village nestled at the foot of the Hai Van Pass, secluded from Da Nang City. Formerly, Van Village was home to a portion of people suffering from leprosy. After leprosy became treatable, the villagers returned and integrated into the community. Meanwhile, Van Village has become a 'mysterious' beauty that stimulates the desire for exploration of many.

Van Village in Da Nang possesses a captivating rustic beauty despite the traces of human habitation. The harmony between the pristine landscape and the ruins of houses has created a uniquely mesmerizing beauty. Van Village is becoming an ideal tourist destination that is 'making waves' in Da Nang.

This place boasts stunning wilderness scenery, perfect for weekend camping trips. Previously, the village was isolated, so there were no roads leading to it. Visitors could only reach the village via three routes: climbing the Hai Van Pass and then descending along the mountain slopes, taking a boat from the outside of the bay, or passing through the train tunnel and trekking through several kilometers of dense vegetation. From the motorbike parking area, you'll have to walk for over an hour to reach the village.

Rang Beach stands as one of the most beautiful beaches in Da Nang, located on Son Tra Peninsula, just 5km from the city center, making it easily accessible for tourists. It only takes about 10 minutes by motorbike along Hoang Sa Street past Linh Ung Pagoda to reach Rang Beach. The road is well-paved, and traffic in Da Nang is smooth, so even first-time visitors can confidently drive. After parking your vehicle, you can leisurely stroll down to the rocky shore and begin exploring the mysterious beauty of Rang Beach.

The first impression that visitors perceive upon arriving at Rang Beach is its rustic and intimate beauty. Despite being near the city, most of Rang Beach remains in its original state without being developed for tourism, maintaining its natural allure that captivates tourists. Rang Beach is surrounded by rolling hills covered with lush greenery, creating a picturesque landscape on Son Tra Peninsula.

Large rocks are scattered across the sandy shoreline. Many of these rocks are quite large, allowing visitors to rest and listen to the waves after swimming or watch fishermen head out to sea, enjoying the peaceful moments by the ocean. Shaped by nature's hands, Rang Beach offers unique attractions at any time, where visitors can find their own joy amidst the vibrant colors. It's the moment when the sun is still 'drowsy,' the sea is still immersed in the night's dream, and the breeze carries a hint of mist, making Rang Beach slightly chilly, as we eagerly await those magical moments.

One of the mesmerizing sights that enchants countless tourists when visiting Da Nang is Obama Rock Beach. This is a pristine rocky beach located on Son Tra Peninsula, Da Nang City. Due to its proximity to the famous giant banyan tree on Son Tra, this rocky beach is also known as Da Beach.

To reach Obama Rock Beach, follow Hoang Sa coastal road to the intersection near Son Tra resort. You'll see a sign directing towards Da Beach, follow that. Alternatively, you can start from the foot of Linh Ung Pagoda (Son Tra) and head along Hoang Sa road for about 1km, then follow the coastal road to find this rocky beach. You can combine a visit to Linh Ung Pagoda with a trip to Obama Rock Beach.

The ideal time to visit Obama Rock Beach in Da Nang is from March to September, especially during the summer months. If you come here during this time, you will enjoy the enchanting beauty of this place with its fresh air and the cool, clear waters of the vast ocean, something you won't experience at other times. It will make you forget the scorching heat of summer, forget the busyness of life. Here, it's just you and the sea, with the wind and the roaring waves of the vast ocean. It's advisable to come here early in the morning and return in the cool evening, avoiding staying too late as it can be dangerous.

Hoa Stream Ecotourism Area is located in Phu Tuc hamlet, Hoa Phu commune, Hoa Vang district, more than 30km from the center of Da Nang city. This place boasts a refreshing and cool climate, rich and diverse flora, swimming pools created from the pristine stream water... promising extremely relaxing moments for tourists.

As its name suggests, Da Nang's Hoa Stream now appears with poetic and picturesque scenery of colorful flower beds blooming along the meandering streams. The beautiful natural scenery and fresh, cool air bring a pleasant feeling to visitors. If you are looking for a peaceful and relaxing place to spend your weekend unwinding, then head to the Hoa Stream ecotourism area.

Nestled along the Lo Dong stream originating from the Truong Son mountain range, Hoa Stream emerges with a beauty resembling a fairyland with the stream, waterfalls flowing around the majestic mountains, the two banks stretching thousands of colorful flowers... This breathtaking scenery inevitably mesmerizes those who love beauty, love nature. Although this tourist area is not a masterpiece created by nature but rather a human-made arrangement, the scenery here is absolutely exquisite and naturally beautiful. Because it is designed by human hands, the Rù Rì waterfall and the Hạ waterfall have a moderate depth, suitable for tourists to play and enjoy bathing in the cool, clear water.

If you want to experience a bit of excitement, you can challenge yourself by conquering the suspended bridge crossing over the vast lake with the rows of Rong houses of the Cotu people surrounding it. Standing here, you can overlook the panoramic view of the Hoa Stream ecotourism area with the majestic mountain scenery hidden in the mist, the foaming waterfalls whitening a corner of the sky, and the colorful flower beds...

Helio Night Market is the largest local market in Da Nang with over 150 diverse food stalls, bustling seafood streets, and lively beer barbecue spaces.

The market operates from 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM daily. It is divided into 3 main zones: the Food Zone with hundreds of diverse delicious dishes, the Accessory Zone with hundreds of bustling stalls, and the vibrant Festival Zone with themed events each month. Helio Night Market is a night tourism product that attracts domestic and international tourists when they visit Da Nang.

The Food Zone offers hundreds of delicious and attractive dishes with a strong street food characteristic. Enjoy the rich flavors from various cultures, from spicy Tokbokki rice cakes, Japanese okonomiyaki, dumplings to cooling street snacks such as milk tea, lemon tea, coconut water, mango shakes, fruit yogurt,... along with flavors from traditional Da Nang cuisine such as Quang noodles, grilled meat vermicelli, fermented fish noodles, fish cake vermicelli,... and many other delicious dishes. Especially, all dishes are prepared on-site, ensuring they are always hot, attractive, and food safety is guaranteed.

Fresh seafood is one of the attractions for tourists when visiting the coastal city of Da Nang. The live seafood area is beautifully invested, allowing tourists to freely admire and choose their favorite fresh seafood displayed and prepared on the spot. Helio Night Market is dubbed the culinary paradise of Da Nang.