| Site | Time | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge | one day | cable car, crowds later in the morning |
| My Khe beach | half day | long city beach |
| Marble Mountains | 2 h | caves and pagodas |
| Dragon Bridge | evening | weekend show according to local announcements |
Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge
This is the most booked excursion in the region. Arrive early to avoid crowds and check the weather: fog is common at altitude. One example: Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge small-group tour from Da Nang or Hoi An.
The beach and the city
My Khe is the handiest beach for a seafront hotel. In town, the Dragon Bridge is an evening landmark and street food is cheap.
Hai Van Pass
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The road between Da Nang and Hue crosses a spectacular coastal pass. Many Hue excursions go over it: see the Hue guide.
Sleep in Da Nang or Hoi An?
Da Nang offers beaches and modern hotels; Hoi An, old-town charm: see the Hoi An guide and Hanoi to Hoi An and Da Nang.
When to go
February to May is the safest period; see when to go to Vietnam and typhoons and floods.
FAQ
How many days in Da Nang? One to two days, or more if you base yourself there to visit Hoi An.
Is Da Nang far from Hoi An? About 30 km, 45 minutes to 1 hour by taxi.
What to do in Da Nang when it rains? Museums, cafés and spas; skip high-altitude excursions.
The Hanoi Authority editorial team, 29 October 2026.
