Da Nang
Country: Vietnam · Region: Southeast Asia · Currency: Vietnamese Dong
Da Nang is Vietnam's fifth largest city on the central coast, positioned between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, known for beautiful beaches, proximity to cultural sites like Hoi An and My Son, and a mix of French colonial and war-era history.
Top sights
My Khe Beach, Dragon Bridge, Ba Na Hill Station, Son Tra Peninsula, Museum of Cham Sculpture, Linh Ung Temple
Things to do
- Dragon Bridge
- A 2013 bridge built in the shape of a dragon that breathes fire and water each Saturday and Sunday night at 21:00.
- Ba Na Hill Station
- A mountain resort 40 km west at 1,487 m elevation with a cable car system that set Guinness World Records for height and length.
- Golden Bridge
- A 150m long pedestrian bridge with notable hand sculptures supporting it, used as a viewpoint.
- Han River Promenade
- A well-built promenade along Bach Dang Road with colorful lit bridges at night, popular for evening walks and local gatherings.
Beaches
- My Khe Beach
- A gorgeous beach running along the city's eastern edge and continuing nearly 40 km south, known as the 'China Beach' of Vietnam War fame.
- Son Tra Peninsula
- A lush green peninsula to the north with a dedicated nature reserve home to 60% of Vietnam's critically endangered red-shanked douc monkeys.
Where to eat
- Da Nang International Airport terminal
- Offers international dining facilities but at high prices (approximately US$15 for a bowl of pho).
Forecast for Da Nang
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Weather in Da Nang by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024, not a forecast. Within about two weeks of a date, the live forecast above is the one to trust.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rainfall | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F | 68°F | 6.6 in | 20 |
| February | 76°F | 68°F | 3.1 in | 13 |
| March | 81°F | 73°F | 2.1 in | 9 |
| April | 85°F | 76°F | 2.8 in | 8 |
| May | 89°F | 80°F | 2.9 in | 11 |
| June | 93°F | 81°F | 2.6 in | 10 |
| July | 91°F | 80°F | 4.6 in | 15 |
| August | 91°F | 80°F | 4.6 in | 16 |
| September | 87°F | 78°F | 9.5 in | 21 |
| October | 83°F | 76°F | 18.5 in | 26 |
| November | 80°F | 74°F | 13.9 in | 24 |
| December | 76°F | 70°F | 13.3 in | 26 |
Getting around
Use Grab ride-hailing app, taxis (Mai Linh or Vinasun), motorbike rentals, local buses, or motorbike taxis from the city center; airport is 10 minutes away by taxi.
What to eat
Da Nang has local dining options throughout the city, though airport terminal food is expensive (avoid the US$15 pho); bring takeaway from outside the terminal if arriving by plane.
Tips
Book rides through Grab app rather than hailing taxis on the street for transparent pricing and English-speaking support; drivers speak limited English but are friendly and helpful.
Best for
Beaches, cultural exploration, mountain scenery
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