Da Nang
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- Introduction
- Neighbourhoods
- Sights and Activities
- Events and Festivals
- Weather
- Getting There
- Getting Around
- Eat
- Drink
- Sleep
- Work
- Learn
- Keep Connected
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Introduction
Da Nang] (sometimes 'Danang') is a major port in southern Vietnam with nice beaches. It is Vietnam's third largest city, and relatively young, for Vietnam standards, at 300 years. During the Vietnam war Da Nang was one of the largest American military bases, thus seeing some of the heaviest fighting.
Neighbourhoods
- Hải Châu
- Cẩm Lệ
- Hoàng Sa (Paracel Islands)
- Liên Chiểu
- Sơn Trà
- Hòa Vang
- Ngũ Hành Sơn
- Thanh Khê
Sights and Activities
My Son
Archaeological site with temple ruins dating back over 1000 years that used to be the religious centre of the Cham Kingdom. My Son is located 70 kilometres west of Da Nang in a forested valley. A popular tourist destination, listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, travellers should arrive early if they want to avoid the crowds.
Others
- Hai Van Pass
- Marble Mountains
- Dien Hai Citadel
- China Beach
- Linh Ung Pagoda
- Son Tra Peninsula
- Non Nuoc Beach
- Cham Museum
- Ba Na Mountains
- Tuy Loan Communal House
Events and Festivals
Weather
Getting There
By Plane
The Da Nang International Airport is located in the city centre and domestic flights are available from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Pleiku and Buon Ma Thuot. There are also international connections with Silk Air from Siem Reap and Singapore.
By Train
Da Nang is a station of the Unification Train system between Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Stops include Hue (2½ to four hours, seven daily), Lang Co (1½ to two hours, four daily), Quang Ngai (2½ to four hours, six daily), Tuy Hoa (seven to 10 hours, five daily) and Nha Trang (8½ to 12½ hours, seven daily).
By Car
- National Highway 1
- National Highway 14B
Hoi An is just 30 minutes away and renting a motorbike or car with driver is usually a good idea if you are with more people.
By Bus
The large Danang intercity bus station is 3 kilometres west from the city centre. Buses leave for all major centres, including Dong Hoi (five hours, six daily), Hue (three hours, six daily), Quy Nhon (six hours, 11 daily) and Kon Tum (five hours, three daily). There are three weekly services to Savannakhet in Laos (14 hours), crossing the border at Lao Bao. Regular buses to Hoi An (one hour) depart from a local bus station 200 metres away from the intercity bus station.
By Boat
Getting Around
By Car
By Public Transport
By Foot
By Bike
Tip: Hire a bicycle for the day ($1) incredible wayto see the surrounding areas and get out of the city. The fields are amazing!
Eat
Drink
Sleep
Budget
| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bach Dang Riverside Hotel | 50 Bach Dang street | Hotel | - |
| Mimosa Hotel | Z 20 Tran Hung Dao Street | Hotel | 43 |
| Saigon Tourane Hotel | 05 Dong Da St, Hai Chau Dist | Hotel | 85 |
| Tourane Hotel | My Khe Beach, Phuoc My Ward Son Tra District | Hotel | 45 |
| Vien Dong Hotel | 140 Le Duan Street Da Nang | Hotel | 74 |
| Y Van Riverside Hotel | Z 21 Tran Hung Dao Street | Hotel | 49 |
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