A popular Vietnamese coastal city, Da Nang is known for its sandy beaches and Buddhist pagodas. Keep going for some of the best tourist spots to visit in the city!
Marble Mountains
Located to the south of Da Nang is the cluster of five marble and limestone hills known as Marble Mountains.
A very important pilgrimage site for Buddhists, these mountains comprise a series of caves, grottoes, tunnels, and temples built within their fringes. Climb up these mountains and enjoy the breathtaking views around!
Ba Na Hills
A famous hill station and resort complex, Ba Na Hills lies at the altitude of 1,489 meters above sea level.
Known as ‘Nui Chua’ among the locals, this mighty hill station boasts a fascinating fantasy park with numerous exhilarating rides and a longest cable car in the world running on a single track.
Golden Bridge
Locally known as ‘Cau Vang’, this fascinating overpass is particularly famous due to its design – two giant hands, dubbed as ‘hands of God’, holding the bridge.
If you are fond of taking selfies, this is where you should head to while in Da Nang. Surrounded by purple chrysanthemums on both sides, this bridge is the crowning glory of the Ba Na Hills.
My Khe Beach
Recognized by Forbes as one of the most luxurious beaches in the world, this silvery sand beach is full of fun and frolic.
This premier surfing destination in Vietnam with loads of state-of-the-art accommodation options is lined by cosy restaurants and cafes. This clean and tidy beach is definitely worth a visit!
My Son Sanctuary
This UNESCO World Heritage Site features partial ruins of several Hindu temples ...
... constructed sometime between 4th and 14th century AD by rulers of the Cham dynasty.
These rock-cut Shiva shrines are located within the rich jungle foliage ...
... which adds even more to the mystical charm of this place.
Dragon Bridge
Built over the Han River, this 1,864-foot-long bridge is the most iconic landmark of Da Nang.
Designed in the form of a large dragon in motion, nobody in Da Nang can miss this bridge.
If possible, visit on a Saturday or Sunday evening when the bridge is lit up showing fire and water displays from the dragon’s mouth.
Da Nang Cathedral
Also known as the Rooster Church after the rooster that adorns its bell tower, this pink-colored cathedral was built by a French priest in 1923.
With huge stained-glass windows and beautiful Gothic architecture ...
... this Cathedral is located very close to the Dragon Bridge, and is also a very popular tourist destination in Da Nang, Vietnam.
Hoi An
Just 25 miles north of Da Nang lies the quaint 15th century port town of Hoi An.
A major trading port during the French colonial era, Hoi An is known for its numerous Buddhist pagodas, which are famous throughout Vietnam. Make a stop here if you want a glimpse of the French colonial history of the country!