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Central Vietnam coast · Da Nang City, between Hue and Hoi An

My Khe Beach, Monkey Mountain and Marble Caves in Da Nang

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Da Nang sits on Vietnam's central coast between Hue and Hoi An, with its international airport just 3 km from the centre. Most visitors base themselves by My Khe Beach or in Hai Chau along the Han River, then head out to Son Tra Peninsula for the 67-metre Lady Buddha at Linh Ung Pagoda and to the caves and summit views of the Marble Mountains. Allow three to four days for the main sights, beach time and Hoi An; five to seven to slow down.

Good to know

  • Airport 3 km from the city centre
  • Taxis outside the arrivals hall
  • Reunification Express stops in Da Nang
  • Allow 3–4 days

Why visit Da Nang

  1. Swimmable city beaches

    My Khe is wide with fine sand, and the water is swimmable most of the year, a short ride from the centre.

  2. Two UNESCO sites in reach

    Hoi An Ancient Town and My Son Sanctuary now lie within Da Nang city and are common trips from the centre.

  3. Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills

    A cable car climbs to this hill resort 35–40 km west, where a walkway is held up by giant stone hands.

  4. Hai Van Pass by train

    The 103 km Da Nang–Hue line runs along the coast over the pass, on standard SE trains or the Heritage sightseeing train.

  5. Dragon Bridge at night

    The bridge lights up in shifting colours, and on weekend evenings the head breathes fire and water; river cruises time trips to see it.

Where to stay

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When to go

  1. February–May

    Dry season and the period most widely recommended for a visit, good for sightseeing, day trips and the beach.

  2. June–August

    The hottest months and peak beach weather. The Da Nang International Fireworks Festival runs over several weeks in early summer on the Han River.

  3. September–December

    Rainy season, heaviest in October and November, with occasional typhoons, rough seas and flooding in Hoi An. Also the cheapest time to visit.

  4. December–February

    The coolest stretch, averaging 18–23°C, with humidity above 80% in most months. Better for city sights than swimming.

Weather

Weather in Da Nang

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Average daily high and low (°C) and monthly rainfall (mm) · Forecast: MET Norway (yr.no) · Climate averages: NASA POWER

Tips that save time and money

  • Get a local tourist SIM and keep both Grab and Xanh SM so you can compare waiting times and fares when demand is high.
  • Check the driver's name, vehicle and plate in the app, and ignore anyone at the airport who approaches claiming to be your driver.
  • Use only official taxis and make sure the meter is switched on before the journey begins.
  • Keep food and water out of sight on Son Tra and at Linh Ung Pagoda, as monkeys will try to take them.
  • Go to Ba Na Hills early on a clear day for the best Golden Bridge photos.

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