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Danang city captivates visitors with its many renowned tourist destinations and fresh atmosphere. But if you only have 1 day in this beautiful city, what should you do? The following Danang travel experiences will help you have the best time in this charming city in just 1 short day.
5:00 AM – 7:00 AM: Welcome the New Day – Watch the Sunrise at My Khe Beach
Wake up early and start a new day with the first rays of sunlight on My Khe Beach. Surely, you will be thrilled by a vibrant picture of the vast sea thanks to the warm golden sunlight, the bustling activities of fishermen, and the noisy flapping of seagulls.
Witnessing the sunrise over My Khe Beach will be one of the captivating scenes in Da Nang, serene yet invigorating, infusing you with energy for a day of exploration.
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Fueling up with a hearty breakfast
Da Nang offers a rich and diverse array of breakfast options, ranging from bun cha ca, sticky rice with chicken, Quang noodles, jellyfish noodle soup to banh mi sandwiches... at prices ranging from 6,000 to 30,000 VND. Don't forget to enjoy a cup of coffee to awaken your senses and prepare for the next adventure, as per Da Nang travel tips.
9:00 AM – 10:30 AM: Exploring the city center
Your ideal first stop in exploring Da Nang would be the Cham Sculpture Museum nestled at the corner of Bach Dang and Trung Nu Vuong streets. This architectural gem, built by the French, houses and exhibits artifacts of Cham Pa sculpture art.
In addition to the Cham Museum, you should visit the Da Nang Cathedral to admire the unique Gothic architectural style.
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Lunch break
Banh trang rolled with pork is one of Da Nang's delicious dishes that you must try when visiting this city. Therefore, choose this dish for your lunch. Banh trang rolled with pork is a popular dish consisting of rice paper, pork, and fresh vegetables. What adds to the allure of this dish is the savory fish sauce with its enticing aroma.
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM: Explore the majestic Marble Mountains
Marble Mountains, also known as Ngu Hanh Son or Non Nuoc, is a famous attraction in Da Nang featuring 5 rocky mountains named Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. Located about 8km from the city center, on the way to Hoi An, Marble Mountains is a place marked by historical and cultural relics such as General Tran Quang Dieu's mother's tomb, Princess Ngoc Lan's temple, the stone mountain tunnels, and Bà Tho cave...
Moreover, this place also hosts a stone sculpture workshop from famous craft villages, existing for over 400 years. This tourist destination showcases exquisite artworks crafted from marble by the skilled hands of local artisans. Therefore, you can visit Marble Mountains and choose some small souvenirs as gifts for your family and friends, such as paperweights, desk statues...
3:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Explore Son Tra Peninsula
Son Tra Peninsula is one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in Da Nang and is likened to the precious gem of Da Nang. Here, you'll find vast lush primary forests and beautiful beaches such as Black Rock, Fairy Stream, But Beach... While here, you can also participate in various exciting activities such as coral diving, fishing with local fishermen, or admire the entire city from a helicopter or from the summit of Chess Table peak...
Especially, atop the hill of Son Tra Peninsula stands the Linh Ung Pagoda – one of the must-visit tourist spots in Da Nang. Here, stands the tallest statue of Quan The Am Buddha in Vietnam overlooking the sea. Within the statue's interior are 17 floors, each floor adorned with 21 Buddha statues, each with different forms, postures, and expressions.
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Choose a delicious dish for dinner
According to the experiences of backpackers exploring Da Nang, you should visit 21 Hoang Dieu or 491 Hai Phong to savor the crispy pancake with grilled pork rolls. The pancakes here have a crispy outer layer and a non-greasy filling. The grilled pork rolls are made from finely ground pork mixed with pork skin and fat, grilled over charcoal, creating a naturally delicious aroma.
The sweet and crispy flavor of nem combines with the crunchy texture of pancakes, along with the enticing dipping sauce, will give you an unforgettable dinner.
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM: Enjoy a cup of coffee while admiring the panoramic view of Da Nang
The night in Da Nang is peaceful, sparkling with bright lights, and completely different from the hustle and bustle of the daytime. You should choose a riverside café like Cong, Memory Lounge, Paramount... to enjoy coffee, feel the breeze, and admire the beautiful panoramic view of Da Nang city.
10:30 PM: Indulge in a late-night bowl of hủ tiếu
If you feel hungry at midnight, indulge in a delicious bowl of hủ tiếu. This is a specialty of Da Nang. You can visit Mr. Tho's eatery at 26 Ong Ich Khiem Street. The hủ tiếu here is delicious and priced at only 22,000 VND per bowl.
So ends a day in the beautiful city of Da Nang. mytour hopes that the travel experiences in Da Nang above will help you have a complete and meaningful day in this beautiful city.
