Is Dalat Worth Visiting? 5 Reasons for Your Visit

December 22, 2023 - 6551 views

Dalat is definitely worth visiting, and the five reasons below will explain to you why. Let's check this article out to learn all detail.

 

1. Nice weather 

One of the main reasons for Dalat being worth a visit is the nice weather. If planning to come to the city, you can start your trip at any time of the year, except for September, as the climate here is quite comfortable and rarely experiences considerable changes. It features the dry and wet seasons. However, the two do not differ much from one another. For average temperature, it ranges from 16°C to 25°C throughout the year.

Accordingly, you can feel cool at any time you get here. Likewise, sunshine hours and humidity stay around 10 and 85% every month. Maybe the only thing that changes is the rainfall. In the dry season, rain comes little and is usually drizzle, while in the other, the rainfall can reach up to 3-digit. All you need to do is to avoid September when the peak of the rainy season comes. Such weather will allow you to take part in as many activities as you can. Sightseeing, hiking, cycling, climbing are always available to give you the best experience in Dalat. 

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Nice weather in Da Lat

Nice weather in Da Lat

 

2. Impressive colonial architecture 

If you love the aesthetic vibe of colonial architecture and look for a place to take some great photos, then Dalat is a worth-visiting destination. In the past, the city itself is a resort area in which the French lived. Though a century passed, many colonial architectural constructions still stay intact and become famous tourist attractions. These include some most popular and well-preserved sites below: 

  • Dalat train station
  • Bao Dai Palace
  • Domaine de Marie
  • Dalat University
  • Dalat Market 

Coming here in the cool weather will give you the experience of being in ancient Europe. Also, these are the ideal places for you to take some great photos. That's why Dalat is worth visiting and has been for years attracted thousands of tourists. 

Impressive colonial architecture 

Impressive colonial architecture 

 

3. Diverse amazing check-in points 

Besides colonial architectural buildings, Dalat features many check-in spots that you should never miss. Recommended spots are:

  • Kombi land
  • Yen Cafe
  • Shadow hill
  • Dreamers homestay
  • The yellow wall inside Dalat market

They are always available for you to have some excellent check-in photos. Each spot is suitable for a particular style, so you will not have to worry about not choosing the right place to check in. If you love to immerse in nature, then the Wider-Nest, Shadow Hill, Dreamers homestay & super deep virtual cafe will give you some stunning views over the trees, forests, and gardens.

If you are into the vintage vibe, you can get to Kombi Land, La Mappa Cafe, or even Dalat market. Most of the check-in spots in Dalat are cafe shops or even nameless sites, so you would have to pay a small amount of money or even nothing for a lot of excellent photos. To decorate your social media with stunning pictures, checking in Dalat is absolutely the best idea.

Check in Da lat

Check in Da lat

 

4. Exciting thrilling adventure activities 

Dalat is not only famous for its imposing buildings but also known for its nature. You can have an exciting thrilling adventure with many outdoor activities here. Among those, walking to Datanla Waterfalls, trekking to Elephant Falls, and getting around the Pongour Falls is interesting. Besides, you can take part in visiting Lat Village, sitting in the cable car over the Prenn Falls, or spend a day at the Valley of Love. Also, there are many other activities in Dalat. Most of them are always available to give you the best experience.

If you come to Dalat during the dry season, you can join in as many activities as you can. By joining in the outdoor activities, you can immerse yourself in nature, have fun with your friends to get away from the bustling life. Generally, each will not cost you much or even nothing, so it will not be expensive to include outdoor activities in your vacation in Dalat. If you are into thrilling adventurous activities, Dalat is definitely worth visiting. 

You can find more detailed information about the most amazing things to do in Da Lat. 

Try adventure activities in da Lat

Try adventure activities in da Lat

 

5. Tasty street foods

The last but compelling season for which Dalat is worth visiting is tasty street foods. The ideal weather of Dalat has blessed the city with the growth of many kinds of farm produce. They, then, are made into a lot of delicious dishes. Accordingly, the cuisine here is worth trying. In it, street foods will never let you down. On coming to Dalat, you will have a chance to enjoy the delicious taste of Banh Mi Xiu Mai (Vietnamese Baguette with meatball soup), Banh Canh (Noodle Soup), Bun Bo (Beef Rice noodle soup), Banh Uot Long Ga (Wet rice cake with boiled chicken), and many other dishes. In the city, many restaurants are available to serve the best food. For example: 

  • Banh Uot Long Ga: Trang restaurant, Long restaurant, Hang 68 restaurant. 
  • Banh Can: Le restaurant, Nha Chung restaurant, Doc Nha Lang restaurant,
  • Banh Mi Xiu Mai: Co Suong restaurant 
  • Bun Bo: Vy Vy restaurant, Ben Ngu restaurant, Xuan An restaurant

Indeed, you can drop by a random restaurant in Dalat as most of the restaurants here can offer you delicious dishes. Especially, on enjoying street foods in Dalat, you can also have a chance to know about the street culture of Dalat and Vietnam. Sitting on the sidewalk, eating your dishes, and seeing vehicles going back and forth is an unforgettable experience. Of course, the street food will not cost you much. With just $50, you can have 3 to 4 filling meals for 2 to 3 people. If you are a big eater and eager to try different dishes, then Dalat will be a worth-visiting destination. 

Taste Da lat street food

Taste Da lat street food

It is undeniable that Dalat is worth visiting. Coming here, you can have a budget but dynamic vacation with many fascinating experiences and activities. If you are interested in travelling to the city, pack your bag and start your trip right away. We also offered some tours in which you might interest. For Da Lat tour booking, you can contact us through our website.

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04/02/2024

How can find rooms for rent and prices in dalat

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05/02/2024
@Milad nastah:

Hi! For hotel rooms in Dalat, you can CONTACT US and send you detailed requests.

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