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Are you planning a trip to Da Nang, Vietnam<\/a>? I hope you\u2019re ready to have an amazing time! If you\u2019re wondering about the top Da Nang tourist attractions, scroll down to find my complete list, together with some hand-picked hotel recommendations, as well as what to eat (and where to eat it) and how to get around the city!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Da Nang? What\u2019s that?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In case you never heard of this city, you have no idea what you\u2019re missing out on! I think it\u2019s such a shame that Da Nang (also spelled Danang) is often omitted in most Vietnam itineraries, although the city has SO much to offer! A trip to Da Nang can be as exciting as one to Ho Chi Minh or Hanoi, trust me! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where is Da Nang in Vietnam?<\/h3>\n\n\n

To which I answer: on the coast! It\u2019s actually halfway between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh and it\u2019s the third-largest city in the country. Which means Da Nang is an excellent destination if you want to soak up some sun on the beach and enjoy both the modern and traditional side of Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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This being said, let\u2019s find out about the best things to see in Da Nang city:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>10 Best things to do in Da Nang, Vietnam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are SO many things to see and do in Da Nang! Although it\u2019s hard to choose, here are the 10 top things to do in this city:<\/p>\n\n\n

1 – Linh Ung Pagoda<\/h3>\n\n\n
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D\u2019uhhhh, of course I\u2019m recommending a pagoda as the first thing on this list – after all, we\u2019re in Vietnam! No, really, this is actually one of the main attractions in Da Nang, located at Son Tra Peninsula \/ Son Tra Mountain (more info below). The Linh Ung Pagoda is nationally famous for its Lady Buddha statue, the tallest of its kind in Vietnam. Enter through the giant Buddha, only to find\u2026 more buddha statues! The courtyard is filled with beautiful bonsai trees and you\u2019ll find references to the Buddhist religion in the architecture, gates, stairways, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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2 – Son Tra Peninsula \/ Son Tra Mountain<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Son Tra Peninsula (which translates to the \u2018Monkey Peninsula\u2019 or \u2018Monkey Mountain\u2019 in English) is part of Da Nang National Park. The Peninsula has an altitude of around 600 meters above sea level, which means you\u2019ll find some great hikes up here, along with stunning viewpoints. And the name wasn\u2019t randomly chosen. No, sir! The peninsula is the habitat of a rare species of red monkey – the macaques.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP:<\/strong> Sadly, tourists have taken to feeding these monkeys over the years and there have been reports that they can get a bit aggressive with humans. Be careful and keep your distance unless you want to be chased off the peninsula!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3 – Da Nang Fresco Village<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Created to promote tourism to Danang, it was only recently (March 2018) that the Da Nang Fresco Village project was opened. A local area of alleyways was painted with murals of traditionally Vietnamese scenes to create a kind of \u2018street art treasure hunt\u2019. These bright, colourful murals took three months to complete and feature the work of fifty different artists. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find rice pickers tending their fields in the countryside, a crowd cheering on a coconut boat race, two young ladies sitting in a flower field and much more on this cultural experience through art and time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4 – Bac My An Market<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Bac My An Market is a great place to come for a wander, check out the goods on sale and try a few local snacks from some of the food vendors. You\u2019ll find all sorts on sale here from fake designer watches to sunglasses, fresh fruits and live frogs. Heh, trust me, exploring the market is a real experience! You\u2019ll also find many street food stalls here where you can try some local dishes such as bahn xeo (savoury egg pancakes), pho (noodle soup), oc len xao dua (stir-fried snails). Often for cheap prices, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP #1:<\/strong> My favourite, which I recommend you all to try, is the avocado ice cream! They mix fresh, pureed avocado with frozen coconut ice cream. Yes, it sounds a bit bizarre and not very appetising, but trust me, it is delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP #2:<\/strong> Alternatively, you can also go to Con Market<\/a>, which is just as good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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5 – Dragon Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n
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There is no way you can miss the Golden Dragon bridge on your trip, as it\u2019s one of the top places to visit in Da Nang city. You will probably cross it many times when travelling between the different attractions across town. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Saturday and Sunday, walk down to the waterfront at 9.00 PM to see the light show. The dragon changes colour while breathing fire, before changing to spurt water from its mouth. In short, this bridge is one of the most exciting things to see in Danang!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FUN FACT: <\/strong>The dragon is a symbol of good luck in Vietnam and the gold colour represents wealth, prosperity, royalty, happiness and change. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP:<\/strong> If you want to see the Dragon Bridge show while sippin\u2019 on a beer, I recommend reserving a table at 7 Bridges Brewery<\/a> – it offers an amazing view of the bridge!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6 – Love Lock Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n
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This cute little bridge, lined with love-heart lamp posts and home to many couples\u2019 declarations of love padlocks, isn\u2019t actually a bridge… at all. It\u2019s more of a short jetty, as it doesn\u2019t connect the two sides of the river. It\u2019s the perfect place to get a good view of the Dragon Bridge for a more parallel perspective and one of the greatest spots to watch the weekend light show in Danang as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RELATED READ:<\/strong> 9 Things to Do in Hoi An, Vietnam \u2013 A Complete Hoi An Guide<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7 – Marble Mountains<\/h3>\n\n\n
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RELATED READ: <\/strong>Da Nang Marble Mountain – Everything You Need to Know Before You Go<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s a fun fact: the Marble Mountains are a cluster of five hills made of limestone, named after the elements wood, metal, water, fire and earth. The hills were once the main place of exportation of marble. They now are a famous tourist spot where you can find several Hindu and Buddhist Sanctuaries and a viewpoint guaranteeing a fantastic view of Da Nang! One of the best places to visit if you\u2019re into photography for sure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8 – My Khe Beach<\/h3>\n\n\n
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Looking for some beautiful beaches in the city of Da Nang? I got you! Running from the Son Tra Peninsula down to the Marble Mountains, this 20-mile stretch of silky white sand is the reason that Da Nang is such a well-known destination for international and domestic tourists alike! For the active traveller, there are excellent surf opportunities here from September to March, along with numerous beach clubs and spas along the coast for those who prefer a leisurely pace in need of pampering. The seafood restaurants found on the waterfront are a bit more pricey than the ones you find in town, but the fish is fresh and you get panoramic views of the ocean!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP #1:<\/strong> If you want to take some surfing lessons while you\u2019re at it, I recommend this Surfing Lesson by Surf Shack in Da Nang<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP #2:<\/strong> Alternatively, another beautiful beach in Da Nang is Non Nuoc Beach<\/a>, located less than half an hour by car from Da Nang centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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9 – Ba Na Hills \/ Golden Bridge<\/h3>\n\n\n
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The Ba Na Hills is one of the most popular Da Nang attractions due to the fact that they home the Insta-famous Golden Bridge, a fabulous place for the snap-happy to visit year round. Two Hands erupt from the mountainside, holding up the bridge, which passes through the hills. It\u2019s definitely an impressive sight, but it\u2019s not 100% the authentic experience it\u2019s portrayed to be. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

GOOD TO KNOW:<\/strong> To access the bridge you\u2019ll need to pay an entrance fee of 750,000 VND <\/a>(around 36$) into a kinda kitschy theme park (Ba Na Hill Fantasy Park) and then take a cable car up to the summit. By the way, the cable car up to the summit has the world record for being the LONGEST cable car ride (non-stop, single track)!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To save you time and hassle, my recommendation is to visit this attraction with an organised day trip such as this one – Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Day Tour<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10 – My Son Ruins<\/h3>\n\n\n
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My Son Ruins, also known as My Son Sanctuary, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that features the most important sanctuaries of the My Son civilisation \u2013 a civilisation that existed in coastal Vietnam from the 4th to the 13th centuries. These sanctuaries were the religious and political capital of the Champa Kingdom and feature many references to the Hindu religion. They also showcase some of the Cham engineering, religious and political advancement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

TIP:<\/strong> You can visit the ruins with an organised tour with a guide<\/a>, which ends up being quite cheap, or by yourself if you want to explore it on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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BONUS: Extra things to do in Da Nang if you have more time<\/h2>\n\n\n
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In case this is not your first time in the city or if you have some more days on your hands to fully experience and understand Da Nang, rest assured that you simply cannot run out of things to do here! So in case you\u2019re bored of lying on the beach, here are some more activities in Da Nang that are definitely worth trying:<\/p>\n\n\n\n