Da Nang Travel Guide
Facts
Area - 1,285.4 km² (496.3 sq. mi)
Population - 1,134,310
Language - Vietnamese
Country - Vietnam
Currency - Vietnamese Dong
Time Zone - UTC+07:00 (ICT)
Religions and Belief - Buddhism and Christianity
Da Nang is the fourth largest city of Vietnam, which lies half way between Hanoi in the North and Ho Chi Minh City in the South. Da Nang is popularly known as the commercial and educational center of South-Central Vietnam and it is often regarded as an important part of Da Nang travel plan. Da Nang is also the most important port city of Vietnam and it is situated on the coast of South China Sea at the mouth of the Han River. The city attracts tourists from all over the world and the beaches are the main attractions. In addition, Da Nang is known for its historical sights, pagodas, markets and colorful night entertainment.
Best Places to Visit
2. Ba Na Hills
3. My Son Sanctuary
4. Phap Lam Pagoda
5. Lady Buddha
6. Son Tra Mountain
7. Dragon Bridge
8. My Khe Beach
9. Linh Ung Pagoda
10. Xuan Thieu Beach
Da Nang is often called the tourist capital of the South Central Vietnam. This city is all about the perfect mix of the century old pagodas, French colonial buildings, beautiful national parks and pristine beaches. Marble Mountains are a group of five marble and limestone mountains that attract tourists for its serene and beautiful look. The Da Nang travel will be memorable one as the tourists encounter the bright, impressive sunset against the backdrop of beautiful mountains. Ba Na Hills is a beautiful hill station and resort that makes one of the most favourable spot of Da Nang and My Son Sanctuary is historical remains of Hindu temples that is an ideal tourist destination for those interested travelers.
Best Time to Visit Da Nang - February to May
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Ranking List of Da Nang Food
• Quang Noodle
• Bun Cha Ca
Da Nang travel plans will be incomplete without the delicious local food. The local people of Da Nang has an extraordinary cuisine and tourists must try the dishes while visiting the beach city. These are the three dishes that are among the most tried. Bánh Tráng Cuốn Thịt Heo is a popular dish - sliced pork rolled with rice paper. The name itself states various ingredients while many other, together form this delicious item. Quang Noodle is a yellow turmeric noodle dish which contains various other items with minimum broth. Bun Cha Ca is a bowl of fish ball noodles that consists of a broth that has the sweetness of fish, pumpkin and pineapple.
Best Restaurants in Da Nang
• Banh Xeo Ba Duong: 280/23 Hoang Dieu Street, Da Nang
• Bushido Restaurant Da Nang: 90, 2 Thang 9 Street, Da Nang
• Bun Cha Ca: 109 Nguyen Chi Thanh Street, Da Nang
Where to Stay in Da Nang – Most People Choose Hotels near My Khe Beach
• My Khe Beach
• City Centre, Da Nang
• Non Nuoc Beach
These areas are popular for its tourist attraction and the increasing demand is leading to the growth of luxurious resorts, hotels, cafes, bars and restaurants. My Khe Beach area is popular among tourists for the grand resorts, cafes, restaurants and shimmering nightlife. The City Centre of Da Nang has everything that a tourist needs and therefore this is a favourable stay area that tourists chooses while on a Da Nang travel tour. Non Nuoc Beach area is also popular among tourists as the place has some resorts and hotels that have the beautiful view of the water and the beach. The nearby marble mountains also add an extra charm to the area.
• City Centre, Da Nang
• Non Nuoc Beach
These areas are popular for its tourist attraction and the increasing demand is leading to the growth of luxurious resorts, hotels, cafes, bars and restaurants. My Khe Beach area is popular among tourists for the grand resorts, cafes, restaurants and shimmering nightlife. The City Centre of Da Nang has everything that a tourist needs and therefore this is a favourable stay area that tourists chooses while on a Da Nang travel tour. Non Nuoc Beach area is also popular among tourists as the place has some resorts and hotels that have the beautiful view of the water and the beach. The nearby marble mountains also add an extra charm to the area.
Transportation in Da Nang
Tourists can hire a taxi to travel from Hoi An to Da Nang, which covers 28.1km (17.6 miles) in 26min and charges a fare of 438,413 to 563,674 dong. Tourists can take up the bus services to travel from the Marble Mountains to Da Nang. One has to walk to 618 Le Van Hien from the mountains and take a bus to 38 Ngu Hanh Son. The bus usually charges a fare of 7,500 -10,950 dong. The taxi charges a fare of 188,000 – 235,000 dong to travel 11 km (6.8 miles) from the mountain to Da Nang.
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Top Markets of Da Nang
• Han Market: 119, Tran Phu Street, Hau Chai District, Da Nang
• Non Nuoc Fine Arts Village: Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang
• Con Market: 318, Ong Ich Khiem Street, Hai Chau District, Da Nang
- Last updated on Mar. 07, 2023 by Kate Liu -