Top 15 Best & Fun Things to do in Da Nang 2024

Da Nang is a beautiful coastal city of Vietnam, located in the center of the country and lies between Hue and Hoi An. It offers magnificent mountain views, crystal clear water beaches, and plenty of activities to keep adults and kids entertained for hours. 

1. Sunbath in My Khe Beach

My Khe Beach is a breathtaking beach that is about 20 miles along Da Nang’s East Coast. It’s extremely clean so you can just lie down to sunbathe on the beautiful golden sands to get yourself perfect tanned skin. The view is immaculate while the atmosphere is super fresh and pure, the water is cool and it’s not that crowded, so feel free to enjoy a chilling wonderful day at My Khe Beach. If you feel bored of sunbathing, you can always immerse yourself in cool pure blue water or play some water sports.

Sunbath in My Khe Beach

 

2. Visit the Golden Bridge – Ba Na Hills

Located 25km from the center of Da Nang, Ba Na Hills is always on top of the destinations you must visit here thanks to its speechless and special European-inspired architecture. The view is so incredible that you don’t even have to pick a spot. Standing anywhere in Ba Na Hills will make you look like you live in a magical land in a fairytale.

That’s why it has always been one of the hottest check-in spots in Vietnam. In addition, the highlight of Ba Na Hills is the iconic Golden Bridge. The 1414 meters high above sea level and is about 150 meters long Golden Bridge looks like a mysterious way to heaven. The unique design in the shape of a hand bridge’s main purpose is to be a stop from the cable car station to the dreamy garden.

Golden bridge

 

3. Enjoy sunset/sunrise in Hai Van Pass

Hai Van Pass is a terrific destination that is unskippable when you visit Da Nang. The 20-kilometer-long, connecting Hue and Da Nang Pass situated along the coastline of Vietnam. Specifically, the top of Hai Van Pass is 500 meters above sea level, located on a mountain branch that belongs to Bach Ma Range, and is surrounded by fluffy clouds and colorful and magical scenery.

Even though it’s stunning any time during the day, people still prefer to go there the most to watch the sunset and sunrise because the scenery is unbelievably dreamy and romantic. Everything combines so well together, from a majestic view of the mountain, the soft curve of the pass, to the golden brown sunshine gradually disappearing behind the mountain or the rising of glowing bright light between a fresh background.

If you want to find others places to see sunset & sunrise in Da nang don't miss this article.

Enjoy sunrise in Hai Van Pass

 

4. Climb Marble Mountains

For visitors who love outdoor activities and adventure, climbing the Marble Mountains will be one of the fun things to do in Da Nang. Da Nang is blessed to have this natural masterpiece, it will be a pity if you don’t check it out. The Marble Mountains is 8km away from the center of Da Nang. They are actually 5 separate hills that are made up of a mixture between limestone and smooth marble. It’s also a valuable spiritual destination because you will be able to visit ancient temples and pagodas.

Climb to Marble Mountains

 

5. Go Shopping in the Local Markets

Shopping has always been one of the best things to do in Da Nang. In order to find more unique products at an affordable price, don’t go to shopping centers. Instead, try visiting Da Nang’s local markets. Specifically, the most famous market in Da Nang that we would suggest you visit is Con Market. Yes, you did not hear it wrong. Con Market has over 2,000 stalls that sell a wide range of goods starting from household appliances, fashion items, to local handicrafts, street food, etc.

For more than 2,000 stalls, it’s more than enough for you to look for something you want to buy for yourself and as gifts for your beloved family and friends. It’s also located in the golden area which is Hai Chau District, right in the center of Da Nang, which makes it easier for you to transfer to other destinations to visit. Moreover, when you get tired of shopping, explore the food heaven in this market because you can find so many tasty dishes that will make your stomach full and happy.

Go Shopping in the Local Markets

 

6. Travel to My Son Sanctuary

My Son is recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It was established based on a collection of ruins that would be the foundation of the Champa Kingdom. You will see the masterpiece architecture that already lasted for 8 centuries and the outstanding and delicate cravings. It’s honestly a good way to discover more of ancient culture.

My Son sanctuary

 

7. Go Surfing

Da Nang is popular for its stunning beaches you can spend all day there without getting bored. Even if you are not interested in sunbathing or swimming, and you are into water sports more, we would suggest you try surfing. It’s one of the really fun things to do in Da Nang. According to research, Da Nang’s Beaches are ideal for both starters and advanced surfers.

Even though the perfect surfing season is from November to March, you can still surf anytime you want during the year. If you want to rent a surfboard, it’s better to go to My Khe Beach because some shops offer surfboards to rent. 

Go Surfing

 

8. Discover Son Tra Penisula

Son Tra Penisula is only 10 km away from the city center and there are plenty of transportation that you can use to get there such as going by car, taxi, or by motorbike for sightseeing purposes. It’s always been tourists’ pick of destinations to visit. Lots of famous attractions like Linh Ung Pagoda, Ban Co Peak, etc. are situated on Son Tra Penisula so it’s definitely an undeniably charming and fun spot to pay a visit.

On the other hand, another impressive characteristic that attracts a large number of visitors is that Son Tra Penisula not only own a primeval forest with a pure atmosphere but is also the only place in Vietnam that has the forest and marine ecosystem associated with each other. Son Tra Penisula has a totally worth visiting view, adding together with a cool pleasant climate that is suitable for so many different activities.

Discover Son Tra Penisula

 

9. Visit Pagodas

Spiritual destinations have an unexplainable charisma in people who believe in religion, but it doesn’t mean that you can’t visit those attractions if you are not a fan of spiritual energy. You can always go there to admire the sophisticated, elegant, and cultural architecture. In addition, you can also broaden your knowledge by learning more about ancient culture and history. In Da Nang, if you mention pagodas, temples, several names will be automatically popped in your head such as Linh Ung Pagoda, Phap Lam Pagoda, Cao Dai Temple, etc. Don’t be skeptical, just go there and you will feel like it’s the right choice.

Visit linh Ung Pagoda

 

10. Learn History in Fifth Military Division Museum of Da Nang

Going to the Fifth Military Division Museum of Da Nang, you will have a closer look at the aggressive and brutal ruins that had been caused during the Vietnam War. It is a giant museum that is divided into 4 major sections that show the signature evidence of the Vietnam War. Furthermore, you will be explained what exactly happened that caused that trauma.

The museums have a variety of rare displays that have a high value in history such as letters and photographs that were written and taken by the soldiers during the Vietnam Wars. Every little thing can tell you a story of a bloody war. Learning more about History is never a bad idea.

Learn History in Fifth Military Division Museum of Da Nang

 

11. Go on a road trip by motorbike

To enjoy sightseeing the most, one of the fun things to do in Hue is going on a road trip on a motorbike. In this way, you can control everything as you want. You can stop anytime you want to breathe some fresh air or to take a photo with Da Nang’s marvelous view. There are so many beautiful sceneries that you can catch when you go by motorbike. One outstanding destination that we think is a perfectly suitable route for a road trip is Hai Van Pass.  It’s curvy, fun to drive, and watching the sunset and sunrise in Hai Van Pass will leave you speechless.

Go on a road trip by motorbike

 

12. Try weird local food

Experiencing local food during vacation is not only one of the best things to do in Da Nang but it’s also an effective way to know more about Da Nang’s culture and cuisine. Yes, some kinds of food sound pretty weird and creep people out. For example, people feel hesitant a lot when they are suggested to eat Balut (fetus duck boiled egg). However, don’t be scared, because even if you don’t eat it, the fetus still couldn’t be born. Once visitors tried it, they were actually really surprised by the special amazing taste.

In addition, it seems small but it provides lots of energy for you during the day. Besides, you should also have a taste of dishes made from snails. In Da Nang, it’s a waste if you don’t try snail dishes, there are a lot of ways to cook from one ingredient that will make you feel impressed by the juiciness and flavor that will stick in your mouth. Also, it’s quite easy to try these weird local foods. You can find it in a restaurant, on a street, or in different markets. 

Try local food

 

13. Bath in Dragon Bridge Show

Dragon Bridge can be identified as the main iconic symbol of Da Nang. Fun fact, Dragon Bridge is the longest bridge in the whole country with a total of 666 meters long and it was designed in the shape of a powerful dragon that represents luck. It’s a hard-to-miss spot in Da Nang since it’s too impressive, big, and it’s located right in the center of Da Nang. You are lucky if you are in Da Nang on Saturday and Sunday.

We highly recommend you to walk along the waterfront at around 9:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday. During this exact time, there will always be a Dragon Bridge Lighting Show. It’s a special highlight that you should not miss. Everyone who comes to Da Nang should at least have this experience at least once. In the end, you will even witness the dragon shooting fire from its mouth. That looks really cool.

Bath in Dragon Bridge Show

 

14. Snorkeling in Cham Island

It’s always been a great idea to leave the crowded center for a little bit more chill time. It’s only like an hour away from the city center so you can totally come to visit Cham Island and be back in Da Nang’s center on the same day. Cham Island has a fairy beauty charm that is covered with beautiful coral reefs and different colorful fishes swimming around in pure clear blue water. Snorkeling is a popular activity that many people choose to take part in because according to them, it’s a really fun experience. You don’t even need to worry about snorkelling if you don’t know how to swim.

It’s totally safe and you don’t need to know how to swim to snorkel. Before you actually go in the water, there will be perfectly clear guidance on how to use the tools, safety instructions, and other crucial information, so you are in good hands. Anytime you feel unpleasant, you can come back to the boat and rest. They also offer to take pictures and videos for you for a certain amount of fee to record your valuable experience under the water with the coral reefs. In case you are interested in keeping these memories, you can buy those photos, however, there’s no force here, if you don’t want to buy, that’s totally fine.

Snorkeling in Cham Island

 

15. Party at Sky 36

Nightlife in Da Nang is, of course, a significant and unreplaceable part of discovering this city. Da Nang’s biggest strength does not depend on bars, pubs, and clubs, but it doesn’t mean that partying in Da Nang is lame. In fact, it has lots of upbeat, trendy, and bustling places to party that you can come to visit.  Among those places, Sky 36 is a hot spot that always remains to be in the top picks and on the must-try list.

Sky 36 is located on top of the famous Novotel Premier Da Nang Han River that means that it gives the best splendid overlooking view of Da Nang City at night. Moreover, it’s also Vietnam’s highest sky bar. It follows a luxurious, fancy, and glamourous style that provides top-notch service with a professional staff team. Furthermore, the music is so trendy and hyper, be ready to dance and have your best time in Sky 36.

Party at Sky 36

We hope that among these 15 things to do in Da Nang that BestPrice suggested, you can find yourself something to enjoy your time and have a fantastic memory and journey. We have suggested 10+ Da Nang tours on our website, let's check and book the best one for you.

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Sources: Internet