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The highland land of Da Lat is always a fantastic choice for travel enthusiasts due to its peaceful and romantic atmosphere. A trip to Da Lat in August - the golden travel time of the year will bring you wonderful memories.
Weather in Da Lat in August
Travelers visiting Da Lat in August will feel the characteristic cool atmosphere. The landscape of rivers and mountains is immersed in mysterious fog. While most provinces and cities in Vietnam have to endure the scorching heat of summer, Da Lat is the opposite with its cool season all year round. The air is always cool and comfortable.
August is the time when Dalat experiences heavy and irregular early rainy seasons, with temperatures ranging from 15 - 20 degrees Celsius, and the weather slightly chilly. Visitors stopping by will feel the occasional drizzles and showers.
The August rains often occur in the late afternoons, so we should take advantage of exploring Dalat during the day and spend evenings at cafes and restaurants. Note that if you decide to visit Dalat in August, you should closely monitor the weather forecast to plan your itinerary better.
Transportation to Dalat in August
If you prefer not to travel to Dalat by motorbike or scooter, you can choose a bus company for transportation. The most prominent buses to Dalat are Thanh Buoi and Phuong Trang, priced at around 210,000 VND. Here's a tip for you: Thanh Buoi now offers premium sleeper buses on the Saigon-Dalat route, providing a convenient and comfortable journey, almost like being at home. Opting for a night journey, passengers to Dalat only need about 6 hours of sleep to arrive at their destination.
Scenic Accommodations for a Poetic Retreat
When traveling to Dalat in August, there are plenty of accommodation options for tourists. Many people will prefer and choose hotels in the city center. Typically, hotels in Dalat are reasonably priced and conveniently located. Additionally, for a more interesting trip, we can opt to stay at homestays.
Dalat is a paradise for homestays, offering not just a place to stay but also a location for immersive experiences and cherished memories of young travelers. At homestays, we will feel a sense of closeness and have the opportunity to truly appreciate the romantic and rustic beauty of Dalat.
Dalat in August – Experience the Rainy Season
Have you ever considered visiting Dalat in August? The August of Dalat is characterized by heavy rains, where one rushes to find shelter from sudden downpours. While many provinces experience sunshine in August, Dalat has a peculiarly cold atmosphere accompanied by rain. The weather in Dalat in August is truly peculiar!
In August, experience the mountainous city of Dalat during the rainy season. (Photo: Internet)
In August, the hills and mountains of Dalat are covered with mist and drifting clouds. (Photo: Internet)
The rainy season in Dalat typically starts from June and often extends until mid-October. Visiting Dalat in August, the temperature is not too cold but enough to make you shiver in your coat in the evenings. During this time, Dalat experiences heavy rainfalls, where you can only sit indoors and peacefully watch the raindrops fall, feeling serene and relaxed. If you have the chance, you should visit Dalat once during the rainy season to experience a truly unique beauty, to enjoy the feeling of seeing Dalat shrouded in mist, and to immerse yourself in sudden showers on the streets to feel the city's distinct charm.
Exploring the mist-shrouded city
During the rainy season, mist blankets the entire city, cleansing it of everyday dust and vehicle fumes. The air becomes much fresher and more invigorating. The sight of Dalat veiled in dense layers of mist is truly impressive, as if the whole city is enveloped in a thin cloak of armor.
Visiting Dalat in August to admire buckwheat flowers
They say Dalat is the 'city of thousands of flowers' because whenever you visit Dalat, you'll witness a city adorned with various hues of flowers. While January and February boast cherry blossoms, March features purple phoenix flowers, April showcases lavender blooms, May and June bring wildflowers, and July is lavender season. In August, it's the time for buckwheat flowers. Buckwheat flowers in Dalat are abundant in Tà Nung Lâm Hà commune, along the route to Elephant Waterfall - one of the beautiful waterfalls in Dalat. Buckwheat flowers are beautiful blooms symbolizing pride. While you often have to go to Ha Giang to see this type of flower, now you can also admire them in Dalat!
In August, the buckwheat flower gardens in Dalat start to bloom beautifully. (Photo: Internet)
Where to go in Dalat in August?
Truly, visiting Dalat during the rainy season may come with some inconveniences, but it's also absolutely wonderful, isn't it? When you visit Dalat in August, don't forget to check out these places!
1. City Flower Garden
August in Dalat is definitely incomplete without visiting the city flower garden - a famous flower garden located right in the city center. Dalat Flower Garden is where various flowers such as roses, daisies, orchids, and gladiolus gather to showcase their beauty. Besides admiring and taking photos with the flowers, you can also take pictures with the reasonably priced horse rentals here.
Dalat Flower Garden - A must-visit destination in the city of thousands of flowers. (Photo: Internet)
2. Bao Dai Palace III
Palace III, also known as Bao Dai Palace, is the summer retreat of King Bao Dai - the last emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty. Built in 1933 with 25 rooms, Palace III is an exquisite and elegant villa nestled in a picturesque and peaceful setting on a pine hill at an altitude of 1,539 meters on Trieu Viet Vuong Street, about 2km southwest of Dalat's city center. Preserved almost intact, you can experience a solemn yet intimate and cozy atmosphere of a royal family when you visit here.
Bao Dai Palace III - The summer retreat of King Bao Dai's family. (Photo: Internet)
3. Tram Mat
From the city center, it takes about 30 minutes by car to reach Tram Mat - a suburban area on the outskirts of Dalat. Alternatively, you can take a vintage train at Dalat station, with Tram Mat being the only destination on the operating vintage train route serving domestic and international tourists. At Tram Mat, you will immerse yourself in the rustic, peaceful, and pristine atmosphere of a suburban area amidst thousands of mountains and forests. You will admire the clusters of Tram Mat campsites nestled amid the tranquil mist, adding to the serene beauty of this place. Moreover, Tram Mat is also the largest supplier of vegetables, fruits, and fresh flowers in Dalat city.
Tram Mat - A strangely peaceful world in the outskirts of Dalat. (Photo: Internet)
4. Ghost Forest Inn
Renowned for its mysterious and eerie ambiance amidst the dreamy Dalat, the Ghost Forest Inn immediately captures one's fascination from its intriguing name to the authentic scenery it offers. Situated approximately 20km from Dalat city, the Ghost Forest Inn emerges amidst the mystical landscape amidst towering mountains and vast pine forests. Visiting the Ghost Forest Inn, you'll not only explore a different, eerie side of Dalat but also learn about the lives of ethnic communities. Spending a night at the Ghost Forest Inn will be an exciting experience in this August Dalat trip.
Ghost Forest Inn - A mysterious and peculiar space in Dalat. (Photo: Internet)
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5. Tranquil Corner in a Cafe
What's special about Dalat in August when the rains come, the weather turns chilly, and you can't wander around? Don't worry, choose another way to admire the city. At this time, sipping a hot cup of coffee is incomparable. In Dalat, you can easily find beautiful cafes, whether traditional or modern, all offering unique spaces for you to explore the city of flowers in your own way:
Thongdalat.space (90 Bui Thi Xuan Street)
If you're traveling to Dalat in August to find a small, peaceful corner, away from the hustle and bustle of life, then thongdalat.space is the top choice. The cafe is simple, mainly decorated with many plants, creating a comfortable atmosphere as soon as you step in.
A serene green space at thongdalat.space. (Photo: Internet)
Là Việt Coffee (200 Nguyen Cong Tru Street)
If you love the taste of cappuccino, then you must visit Là Việt Coffee! Là Việt Coffee is famous for its renowned cappuccino latte. When you come to Là Việt Coffee, you won't just be drinking coffee; you'll also hear stories about different coffee beans. Moreover, you can learn how to make coffee perfectly and according to the classic method using a traditional coffee maker. Sitting, waiting for each drop of coffee to slowly drip down while chatting with friends or watching the rain outside the window is enough to make your heart feel light and peaceful, isn't it?
Là Việt Coffee - An ideal destination for cappuccino lovers. (Photo: Internet)
Dalat Train Villa & Cafe (1 Quang Trung Street)
Dalat Train and Villa coffee is a café designed to resemble a wooden train, painted green both inside and out. It's one of the beautiful cafés with a strong artistic vibe that many young photography enthusiasts flock to capture their own stunning shots.
Impressive space at Dalat Train and Villa coffee. (Photo: Internet)
6. A top-notch spot for young people to take trendy photos
Black Rock Garden Dog Farm
- Address: 344 Alley 13 Luong Dinh Cua, Trai Mat, Da Lat, Lam Dong
- Ticket price: 70,000 VND/adult, 50,000 VND/child
Black Rock Garden Dog Farm is nestled amidst lush vegetable gardens, far from the hustle and bustle of the city. The farm is home to about 40 long-legged and short-legged dogs, with beautiful fur of various breeds such as Alaska, Corgi, Akita, Collie, Golden... Besides taking photos with adorable puppies, visitors can also enjoy a vast sunflower field for perfect Instagram moments.
Stairway to Heaven
- Address: Ward 11, Da Lat, Lam Dong
- Ticket price: Free admission
Stairway to Heaven is located within Sunny Farm - Happy Farm, a film studio combined with a cafe boasting a beautiful view. This place has been incredibly popular with numerous picturesque corners. But now the coordinates of the 'stairway to heaven' become even hotter than ever because of the incredibly beautiful virtual living images. The total length of the staircase is 10m, designed in a pyramid shape, with a sturdy frame underneath.
“Floating Heart” at Hoa Son Dien Trang
- Address: Cluster 159, Ward 5, towards Ta Nung Pass, Da Lat, Lam Dong
- Ticket price: 30,000 VND/adult, 15,000 VND/child, children under 1m tall are free
From a distance, the floating heart perched on the 'lonely' tree amidst the mountains creates an incredibly impressive and romantic feeling. Checking in at this unique heart, you will explore the lush green landscape, feel the cool breeze, and breathe in the refreshing air of nature typical of Da Lat in August.
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What to Eat in Da Lat in August?
The cuisine of Da Lat is also one of the highlights attracting tourists to the city. There are countless delicious dishes that diners should try once here such as grilled rice paper, Vietnamese pancake, mini savory pancakes, water fern cakes, soy milk, Vietnamese baguette with meatballs, wet rice cake with chicken heart, stuffed snails, chicken and wild betel leaf hot pot, beef hot pot with three chambers... According to the experience of visiting Da Lat shared by many people, it seems that during this time, enjoying the cuisine will taste much better and richer. Perhaps it's because the cold weather combined with the rain and wind makes the flavor of the plateau penetrate deeper into the soul.
The advice for tourists when visiting during this time is not to eat too much for the main meal. Let's eat until full and then enjoy the snacks, with a variety of snacks in this culinary paradise!
The Da Lat night market is the place where you can enjoy the famous street food of the city of thousands of flowers. Truong Cong Dinh western quarter or Tang Bat Ho street are also gathering places for many delicious eateries. Especially, you cannot miss the wet rice cake at Tang Bat Ho when visiting Da Lat in August.
If you want to enjoy delicious food while indulging in some Instagram-worthy moments, Cối Xay Gió bread shop is the perfect destination. Many young people choose to visit here to take Instagram-worthy photos against the classic golden backdrop. Every street in the central area of Da Lat has great eateries; you don't need to go to expensive, fancy restaurants, just savor the street food, and you'll have unforgettable memories.
Travel Tips for August
- Due to the rainy season, it's advisable to prepare an umbrella, hat, jacket, lightweight raincoat, etc.
- When going out at night, bring a scarf and gloves to keep warm.
- Bring a hairdryer for easy drying of hair, clothes, and belongings in case they get wet in the rain.
- Prepare a waterproof bag to protect your phone, camera, power bank, earphones, ATM card, and other documents.
- Make advance reservations for services at hotels and restaurants, and consider suitable means of transportation based on the weather conditions.
Da Lat always knows how to make people fall in love and want to visit, whether it's now or later. Experiencing the rains during August in Da Lat is also an interesting thing to try. If you have any questions or want more information about Da Lat tours, you can directly contact the Mytour hotline for advice and assistance with booking tours!
