Pullman Danang Beach Resort - Luxury hotel - 20+ Best Things to Do in Danang for First-Time Visitors from Australia

The best things to do in Danang, Vietnam, are surprisingly close together. Within around 45 minutes, you can explore 30 km of coastline, discover a collection of Champa artefacts dating back more than 1,000 years, ride a mountain cable car, or take a day trip to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This makes Danang a convenient base for exploring Central Vietnam, particularly for Australian travellers.

Since 2013, we have welcomed Australian guests at Pullman Danang Beach Resort, and many of them ask our concierge team the same questions about what to see and do in Danang. This guide brings together 25 experiences, organised by type and matched with the travellers they are best suited to. Choose the section that best fits your trip and start planning from there.

Danang at a Glance for Aussie Travellers

Five things worth knowing before you book anything.

• Flights: One connection from Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane via Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, 12 to 15 hours door-to-door. Noticeable airlines include: Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet, Jetstar, and Bamboo Airways.
• Time difference: Vietnam runs 3 hours behind AEST, 4 hours behind AEDT, so there’s no real jet lag.
• Currency: The Vietnamese dong, at roughly 18,400 VND to 1 AUD in August 2026.
• Getting around: Ride-hailing city runs like Grab and Xanh SM cost 3 to 6 AUD, and the app handles the language gap for you. DanaBus network is also an alternative with running routes across the city and out to Hoi An. For the Hoi An run specifically, Pullman Danang also operates its own shuttle bus.
• Best time: February to August is Danang’s dry season; daytime highs climb from around 24°C in February to the low 30°C by July and August.

Swim, Surf, and Chill Along The Danang Coast 

Danang’s beach life will feel familiar to any Australian, though there are two key differences. The water is warm year-round, and the sand is busiest at dawn and dusk rather than midday. Locals love an early morning dip before 7:00 AM, retreat during the afternoon heat, and head back to the sand after 17:00 PM. 

Follow their rhythm to catch the best hours of the day, and check out our guide to the top 10 beaches in Danang to map out your ultimate coastal itinerary. 

1. Swim, sunbathe, and take a surf lesson at My Khe Beach

My Khe is the headline stretch with a gentle beach break, lifeguard-patrolled sections in the dry season, and loungers with umbrellas for around 3 to 6 AUD a day. You can come at sunrise to watch the fishing boats land, then eat at one of the beach shacks behind the promenade.

Location: Vo Nguyen Giap, Phuoc My, Son Tra, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~3 km, 5-10 minute drive.

Opening hours: 24/7, and rescue forces provide assistance between 5:00 and 19:00 (or until ~18:00–18:30, depending on the season).

Cost:

• Parking: 5,000-10,000 VND for a motorbike (~0.5 AUD).
• Freshwater shower: 5,000-10,000 VND per use (~0.5 AUD).
• Swim ring rental: 50,000-100,000 VND each (~5-5.5 AUD).
• Sunbed rental: 50,000-100,000 VND (~5-5.5 AUD).
• Beach cabana rental: 200,000-400,000 VND (~11-22 AUD).

Beginner surf and paddleboard lessons start closer to 38 to 60 AUD for a group session and suit anyone from about eight years old.

2. Escape the crowds at Non Nuoc Beach

Non Nuoc sits at the southern end of the strip and stays noticeably quieter than My Khe. The swimming is calm and a handful of beach clubs handle loungers and drinks.

Behind the sand, the Marble Mountains give the best sunset backdrop in the city. This is the beach we point guests toward for a book-and-a-swim day.

Location: Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~8 km to the southeast, a 15–20 minute drive.

Opening hours: 24/7; rescue forces provide assistance between 04:30 and 19:00 (summer) and 05:00 and 18:30 (winter).

Cost:

• Motorbike parking: ~10,000-20,000 VND (0.5-1.1 AUD).
• Beach chair and umbrella rental: ~100,000-300,000 VND per set/day (5.5-17 AUD), depending on the location.
• Parasailing: ~800,000-1,200,000 VND per session for two people (43-65 AUD); flight duration is about 5-7 minutes.
• Jet ski: ~650,000-1,100,000 VND for 15-30 minutes (35-60 AUD).
• Banana boat: ~200,000-300,000 VND per person/session (10-17 AUD) in 15-20 minutes.
• SUP or kayak rental: ~150,000-250,000 VND per hour (8-13.5 AUD).

3. Ride the coastal road and snorkel in a hidden cove on Son Tra Peninsula

Son Tra, still known to many visitors as Monkey Mountain, is a forested headland ringed by one of Vietnam’s great coastal drives. Clifftop pullouts look straight back over the bay, and coves like Bai But are calm enough to snorkel.

The endangered red-shanked douc langur is regularly spotted in the trees. You can hire a car with a driver, or discover the top 5 Danang motorbike tours.

Location: Tho Quang, Son Tra, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~10 km to the northeast, 20-30 minute drive

Cost:

• Land-based sightseeing: Free (Linh Ung Pagoda, Ban Co Peak, Chay Beach, etc.).
• Beach activity combo (SUP, snorkeling, banana boat, jet ski): 250,000-300,000 VND/person (13.5-16.5 AUD).
• Sightseeing cruise: From 799,000/person (43 AUD).
• Paragliding experience: 1,700,000-2,000,000 VND/person (92-108 AUD).

4. Book a resort day pass at Bac My An Beach

Bac My An sits at the southern end of the strip and is the quietest of Danang’s swimmable beaches. If you are not staying on this beach, a day pass is the way onto it.

Pullman Danang Beach Resort offers a day pass to non-guests. The pass includes access to the infinity pool, private beach area, sun loungers, and changing facilities for the day, along with a credit for food and drinks at Azure Beach Lounge. The pass and credit are valid only on the day of purchase.

Location: 101 Vo Nguyen Giap, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~5 km south, 10- 15-minute drive.

Pool hours: 05:00-21:00 daily.

Cost:

• Adults: 550,000 VND/person (30 AUD), including a 330,000 VND (18 AUD) food and drink credit.
• Children 5 to 11: 350,000 VND/child (19 AUD), including a 200,000 VND (11 AUD) food and drink credit.
• Children under 5: Free with a paying adult.

The credit covers food and non-alcoholic drinks at Azure Beach Lounge only, and any unused balance is not refundable.

Visitors can enjoy non-motorized water sports, such as kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, right at the beach, while the resort’s tennis, pickleball, and padel courts are just a short walk away.

Longer stays in Danang may get better value from a monthly pool membership instead, which adds 30% off treatments at The Nang Spa and 20% off dining across the resort.

Tee Off on Courses Designed by Golf Legends

Danang is Vietnam’s golf capital, and for Australian golfers, the drawcard is the designer list. Green fees here are quoted all-in, covering the green fee, a personal caddie, and a shared buggy in one price, which usually lands below a comparable championship round at home.

Check out our guide to the top 5 international golf courses in Danang to map out your itinerary.

5. Play Greg Norman’s dunes course at Legend Danang Golf Resort

Legend Danang (formerly BRG Danang Golf Resort) is the only 36-hole facility on the central coast, with one course designed by Greg Norman and the other by Jack Nicklaus. The Norman course opened in 2010 on the sandy linksland directly behind Danang Beach, with fast fairways running into wild seaside vegetation and waste areas.

The Nicklaus course opened later across a natural flood plain, with wider landing areas, wooden bulkheads, and water on most holes. Every hole is floodlit, so a late-afternoon start still finishes 18.

Location: 726 Truong Sa, Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~10 km southeast, 15-minute drive.

Opening hours: 06:00-21:30 daily.

Cost (green fee, caddie, and shared buggy):

• Weekdays: from 4,400,000 VND/player/18 holes (236 AUD).
• Weekends and holidays: from 5,800,000 VND (311 AUD).

Weekends and public holidays usually require a minimum of three players per group.

6. Chase a Scottish links feeling at Montgomerie Links Vietnam

Colin Montgomerie, an eight-time European Tour Order of Merit winner, built this par-72 layout on wind-blown dunes and sandy soil, with treeless fairways, thick rough, and huge greens drawn straight from Royal Troon. Casuarina pines frame several holes, and the Marble Mountains sit on the skyline from many points on the course.

The club sits midway between Danang and Hoi An, so a morning round pairs neatly with an afternoon in the Ancient Town.

Location: Coastal Road, Dien Ban Dong, Danang (between Danang and Hoi An)

Distance from the city centre: ~15 km south, a 20-minute drive.

Opening hours: 05:30-21:00 daily.

Cost:

• Weekdays: From 3,980,000 VND/player/18 holes (213 AUD).
• Weekends: From 4,650,000 VND (250 AUD)

7. Play a night round at Ba Na Hills Golf Club

Luke Donald’s design sits in the foothills and native forest below the Ba Na cable car. It has been named Asia’s Best Golf Course at the World Golf Awards multiple years running. The standout for visitors is night golf under LED lighting, which sidesteps the June to August heat entirely

Treat this as a separate day from the Ba Na Hills theme park because both are full outings.

Location: Ba Na – Suoi Mo, Hoa Vang, Danang

Distance from the city centre: 30-40 km southwest, 40-minute drive.

Opening hours: 06:00-19:00 daily, including floodlit evening tee times.

Cost:

• Weekdays: From 3,950,000 VND/player/18 holes (~211 AUD).
• Weekends: From 5,000,000 VND (~268 AUD).

Landmark Experiences and Big Views

Danang’s landmarks span the price range. Three of the five below are free, and the two ticketed ones are why many people fly here in the first place.

8. Watch the Dragon Bridge breathe fire and water

The Dragon Bridge is one of Danang’s iconic landmarks. Spanning 666 meters, the bridge hosts a fire- and water-breathing show at scheduled times every weekend, with each performance lasting approximately 15 minutes. Most visitors arriving on weekdays often miss this spectacle. Plan your trip carefully if you wish to enjoy the show.

The architecture design history is in our Dragon Bridge guide.

Location: Cau Rong, An Hai, Danang

Time: 21:00 every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, lasting for ~15 minutes.

Best spot:

• Right on the bridge deck
• Along Tran Hung Dao Street at the foot of the bridge
• At the Han River’s East Bank Park
• Nearby high-rise riverside cafes

To enjoy the panoramic view from the river, a short cruise on the Han River is a potential alternative; from there, you can witness firsthand the wholesome dragon-shaped structure changing colors and breathing fire. The price will depend on the type of yacht and your chosen brand.

9. Climb to the Lady Buddha at Linh Ung Pagoda

Beyond its spiritual and cultural significance, the 67-metre-tall statue of the Lady Buddha on Son Tra Peninsula stands as one of the region’s most spectacular landmarks. The Lady Buddha’s majestic presence is visible from almost every beach and place in the city.

Prepare yourself with modest clothing (covering your shoulders and knees), and you can enjoy one of Danang’s most beautiful bay views within less than an hour. Visitors should consider visiting before 9:00 or after 16:00 to avoid crowded parking lots packed with tour buses.

Many first-time visitors get confused as there are three pagodas sharing the same name, “Linh Ung”. Further information has been provided in our guide to the three famous Linh Ung pagodas.

Location: Bai But, Tho Quang, Son Tra, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~10 km to the northeast, a 15–20-minute drive.

Opening hours: 06:00-21:00 daily.

10. Cave-hop and climb the Marble Mountains

The Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son) consist of five limestone peaks named after the five fundamental elements of Eastern perspective: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth (Kim, Moc, Thuy, Hoa, and Tho). Of which, Thuy Son (Water Mountain) is the peak open to visitors. A standout feature of Thuy Son is Huyen Khong Cave, known for its vaulted chamber whose roof opening drops a shaft of light onto the altar from about 9:30 AM.

Conclude your tour at the 400-year-old Non Nuoc stone carving village, located at the foot of the mountain, and be sure to wear shoes with good traction, as marble surfaces can be slippery even during the dry season.

Location: 81 Huyen Tran Cong Chua, Hoa Hai, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~8 km southeast, 15–20-minute drive.

Opening hours: 07:00-17:30 daily.

Cost:

• Thuy Son Entrance: 40,000 VND per adult (2.2 AUD).
• Am Phu Cave Entrance: 20,000 VND per adult (1.1 AUD)
• Elevator Ticket (one way): 15,000 VND/person/trip, or climb over 150 stone steps for free.
• Tour guide: 500,000-1,200,000 VND per session (27-65 AUD), depending on the language.

Culture, History and Local Life

Beyond the iconic landmarks typically featured on postcards, Danang possesses a distinctive rhythm of life and a unique character, reflected in each of its buildings, from bustling markets, local spiritual shrines, to museums that preserve the region’s history.

11. Day trip to the My Son Sanctuary Cham ruins

The My Son Sanctuary is a complex of Hindu brick towers built by Champa kings between the 4th and 14th centuries. The site has been recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.

It is necessary to arrive early as the site is an open area with little shade, and Cham dance performances usually take place in the morning. Hiring a guide is well worth it, given the quiet atmosphere and the fact that the historical stories behind the ruins are not always immediately apparent to visitors on their own.

For detailed schedule planning, have a look at our My Son Sanctuary guide.

Location: Duy Phu, Duy Xuyen, Quang Nam

Distance from the city centre: 40-70 km, about a 90-minute drive.

Opening hours: 06:00-18:00 daily

• Apsara dance: 09:00, 09:45, 10:30, 11:15, and 14:00, 14:45, 16:00 at the temple areas or the performance hall.
• Cham folk singing: 09:00 every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the foot of the slope leading to Tower H.

Cost:

• Adults: 150,000 VND/person (8 AUD).
• Children (5-15 years old): 50,000 VND/child (3 AUD).
• Children under 5 years old: Free.

12. See 1,000 years of Champa history at the Cham Sculpture Museum

Founded in 1915 and open since 1919, this museum holds the world’s largest collection of Cham art with around 2,000 sandstone and terracotta pieces, with 300 to 400 currently on display.

The galleries are named after the locations where the artworks were discovered. We recommend allowing about 45 minutes for a visit using the audio guide. With its air-conditioned indoor setting and central location, this place is an ideal destination that we often suggest when the weather takes a turn for the worse.

Location: 2 Thang 9 Street, Binh Hien, Hai Chau, Danang

Opening hours: 07:00-17:00 daily

Cost:

• Adults: 60,000 VND/person (3.3 AUD).
• Children under 16: Free.
• Audio Guide: Free.

13. Photograph the Pink Church

Danang Cathedral was built in 1923 by a French priest and is distinguished by its Gothic architecture, featuring soaring lines and diamond-shaped window arches. The cathedral stands approximately 70 meters tall, and its exterior architecture has remained largely unchanged to this day.

The alloy rooster figure atop the tower is the origin of the local nickname for the building: the “Chicken Church” (Nhà thờ Con Gà).

Location: 156 Tran Phu, Hai Chau, Danang

Opening hours: 8:00-11:30 and 13:30-16:30 from Monday to Saturday. Sundays are reserved for religious services.

Visitors can take photos of the cathedral from across Tran Phu Street and then relax at a nearby café on the same block. The best angles for photography include the facade with its Gothic bell tower, the pastel-pink wall, the Our Lady grotto at the rear, and the stained-glass windows.

14. Shop for tailoring and graze at Han and Con Markets

Han Market, on the riverfront, stands out from other markets thanks to its central location and clean shopping environment. This is an ideal spot to buy souvenirs, dried fruit, and coffee for souvenirs.

Location: 119 Tran Phu, Hai Chau, Danang

Opening hours: 06:00-22:00 (after 19:00, very few counters remain open)

Famous for: Dried specialties and fermented fish sauces, an express Ao Dai tailoring service, and a diverse food court.

Otherwise, the nearby Con Market is larger and livelier. This is a place where locals actually shop, so visitors can truly enjoy the local pace of life and culture here. It also contains a food court offering enough local variety for a satisfying lunch.

Location: 90 Hung Vuong, Hai Chau, Danang

Opening hours:

• Indoor area (Shopping, specialties, dining): 07:00-19:00.
• Outdoor food area (Snacks, savory/sweet treats): 14:00- late night.

Famous for: Incredibly diverse range of affordable local specialties.

Both markets offer tailoring services within two to three days. If you wish to have an Ao Dai made as a souvenir, it is best to place your order early. Feel free to bargain, and be prepared to settle on a price of around two-thirds of the initial asking price.

For more night market experiences, you can check out our list of the top 6 famous night markets in Danang.

15. Take a street-art photo walk through Fresco Village

Inaugurated in 2018, this 200-meter-long alley features over 30 murals created by 15 artists that depict the daily lives of local fishermen, traditional folk games, and the red-shanked douc langurs of Son Tra.

Location: Alley 75 Nguyen Van Linh, Hai Chau, Danang

Located just a short walk from the Cham Museum and the Dragon Bridge, this spot is an ideal choice for a gentle morning stroll around the city, perfectly complemented by a visit to the nearby riverside café along Bach Dang Street.

Best Things to Do in Danang with Kids

Danang suits families because it is compact and forgiving. Most attractions all sit inside a 90-minute radius, so a bad-nap day never costs the whole itinerary.

16. Ride the cable car and cross the Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills

Ba Na Hills is a famous hilltop complex accessible via a record-setting cable car system. The Golden Bridge serves as its most iconic attraction, sweeping out from the mountainside, supported by two giant stone hands.

This Danang theme park features a replica French village rather than a wilderness resort. Visitors should board the earliest morning cable car to avoid long lines and consult our Ba Na Hills travel guide before visiting. 

Location: An Son, Hoa Vang, Danang

Distance from the city centre: ~25–30 km southwest, about a 30–45-minute drive.

Opening hours: 08:00-22:00 daily.

• Cable car operating hours: 8:00-19:00 (final downward may run until 21:00-22:00, depending on the event schedule).
• Golden Bridge: 08:00-18:30 daily.
• Fantasy Park: 08:30-17:00 daily.

Cost:

• Round-trip cable car (includes the Golden Bridge, French Village, and Fantasy Park):
  • Adults: 1,000,000 VND (54 AUD).
  • Children (from 1 to 1.4m) & Seniors (over 70): 800,000 VND (43 AUD).
• Lunch buffet: ~350,000 VND/adult (19 AUD) and 210,000 VND/child (11.5 AUD).
• Wax Museum: 100,000 VND/person (5.5 AUD).
• Debay Wine Cellar: From 100,000 VND/person (5.5 AUD).

Ba Na Hills tickets in 2026 cost 1,000,000 VND for adults and 800,000 VND for children between 1 and 1.4 meters tall, with each ticket valid for three consecutive days since January 2026. 

17. Roll your own spring rolls at a family cooking class

A half-day cooking class typically begins at a traditional market, continues in the kitchen, and concludes with the whole family enjoying the dishes they have prepared themselves. Fresh rice-paper rolls are a particular favourite as children can get hands-on experience rolling them.

You might consider the cooking program at Pullman Danang Beach Resort for a Vietnamese culinary and cultural experience guided by professional chefs, all at a reasonable price.

For routines with under-fives, see our Danang travel tips for families with kids.

Food and Drink Experiences in Danang

Danang is a Central Vietnamese food city first and a beach city second, and most dishes below cost under 4 AUD. Our top 10 must-try Danang dishes has the full list.

18. Feast on tank-to-table seafood

At the seafood restaurants along Vo Nguyen Giap street, you can pick your dinner directly from the tanks, decide how it is prepared, and pay based on weight. One takeaway tip is to ask for the price per kilogram before making any selection; this simple question will help you avoid any unpleasant surprises later on.

First-time visitors should also try the steamed clams with lemongrass, grilled scallops with scallion oil and peanuts, and steamed mantis shrimp, which are all specialties of Vietnam’s central coast.

Be Man and Ba Thoi are long-established and renowned local favorites.

 

19. Taste Danang’s signature dishes on a street-food crawl

Mi Quang is a must-try specialty when visiting Danang. It delivers turmeric-infused noodles served with just a small amount of broth, which is a distinctive characteristic that sets the dish apart from other noodle dishes in Vietnam. The best place to enjoy it is at Mì Quảng Bà Mua.

Another dish worth trying is bánh xèo, a crispy rice flour pancake served with fresh herbs. Most locals’ recommendations state that Bà Dưỡng on Hoàng Diệu Street serves the most authentic version.

Later on, add a bánh mì from a street-side cart and some rice paper rolls with pork, and you will have fully experienced the flavours of Danang for less than 12 AUD per person.

20. Brew and sip egg coffee at a coffee workshop

Vietnamese coffee is Robusta, which is why it tastes stronger and rounder than the Arabica most Australians drink at home. Egg coffee whips yolk and condensed milk into something closer to a warm tiramisu. Coconut coffee is the iced alternative.

A café workshop covers the phin filter and both drinks in about 90 minutes — one of the few souvenirs you can recreate at home.

Vietnamese coffee typically uses Robusta beans, offering a bolder flavour profile compared to the Arabica variety most Australians drink at home.

 

For the iconic Vietnamese iced coffee, the coffee and condensed milk are whipped together to strike a perfect balance between intense bitterness and creamy sweetness. Meanwhile, coconut coffee, a blend of coffee and coconut milk served over ice, offers a refreshing and invigorating taste.

A coffee workshop at Pullman will guide you through the “phin” brewing method and the preparation of both drinks, an engaging experience that allows you to easily recreate these beverages at home.

Danang After Dark and the Best Day Trips

Evenings in Danang are cheap and easy, and two of Vietnam’s best day trips start within 30 km of the beach.

21. Sip sunset cocktails at a rooftop bar

Located on the 36th floor of the Novotel Hotel, Sky36 boasts the city’s highest river-facing view and transforms into a vibrant nightclub after dark.

For a quieter atmosphere, you can visit the Infinity Bar to enjoy views of the pool and the sea instead of the bustling traffic. Whichever chosen venue, arrive about 30 minutes before sunset to secure the best table.

Cost: Cocktail prices start at around 10 AUD.

22. Spend a day in Hoi An

Hoi An lies 30 km to the south of the city centre, which takes a drive of 35 to 45 minutes. This is a promising day-trip destination chosen by almost every first-time visitor.

Stroll through the lantern-lit Ancient Town, order custom-made clothing early in your trip so it is ready before you fly home, cycle to An Bang Beach, and release floating lanterns onto the Hoai River as night falls.

Our Hoi An walking tour maps the route.

Location: Minh An, Hoi An, Quang Nam

Opening hours:

• Historical sites: 07:30-21:00 daily.
• Hoi An Night Market: 17:00-22:00 or 22:30 on Nguyen Hoang Street.

Cost: The entrance fee is 120,000 VND for international visitors (6.5 AUD).

Pullman Danang Beach Resort currently offers a shuttle bus service for guests traveling from the resort to Hoi An Ancient Town, making the half-day trip more time-saving and comfortable.

23. Ride the Hai Van Pass to Hue

The Hai Van Pass winds through hairpin turns along a 21-kilometer route, climbing to an elevation of approximately 500 meters. On one side lies the sweeping coastline, while the Lang Co Lagoon sits on the other. Continuing the journey, you will reach the ancient capital of Hue after covering about 100 kilometers, a trip taking roughly two and a half hours.

Families are advised to hire a car with a private driver, whereas confident riders might opt ​​for a motorbike and use available luggage transfer services.

Overall, Hoi An is a more ideal destination for families, thanks to its flat terrain and cuisine that appeals to a wide range of tastes. Couples, on the other hand, tend to get more out of the experience offered by the Hai Van Pass and Hue. If you have only one day to spare, just choose Hoi An.

How to Plan a Trip to Danang

Best time to visit Danang

The period from February to August marks the dry season and is the ideal time to visit Danang for beach activities and outdoor pursuits.

Aligning with Australian school holidays, April is an excellent time to visit, with temperatures ranging from 28-31°C. Instead, June and July are dry but quite hot, with the average temperature around 33-35°C.

For the December holiday period, visitors should plan for indoor activities.

How many of these can you fit in?

The trip duration will determine how many places on this list you can experience. The table below outlines activities you can enjoy without spending your entire holiday just sitting in a vehicle.

Full day-by-day plans sit in our Danang itinerary.

Where to stay in Danang

Consider staying in the Bac My An or Non Nuoc beach area. From this location, it takes just 15 minutes to reach the airport and 10–15 minutes to get to the city’s bridges. Meanwhile, the Marble Mountains, Ba Na Hills, and Hoi An are all within a 45-minute drive. This convenience allows you to fit all these destinations into a packed itinerary during a short trip.

Pullman Danang Beach Resort sits right on Bac My An Beach, with just a one-to-two-minute walk from the sand. We provide a kids’ club, an infinity pool, water sports activities, and a shuttle service to Hoi An Ancient Town.

Final Thoughts

There are over 20 diverse experiences to choose from, ranging from beaches, reputed landmarks, and cultural sites to culinary delights and two of Vietnam’s most captivating day trips. You won’t be able to experience everything in a single trip, nor should you try. Simply select a few activities that suit your group’s travel style, organise them by location, and save the rest for a future visit.

Our world is your playground. Check availability at Pullman Danang Beach Resort and start from the sand.

FAQs

1. What is Danang best known for?

Danang is best known for its 30 km of city beaches, the fire-breathing Dragon Bridge, and the Golden Bridge at Ba Na Hills. It is also the most convenient base for Central Vietnam heritage: Hoi An is 30 km south, My Son is 70 km southwest, and Hue is about 100 km north over the Hai Van Pass.

2. How many days do you need in Da Nang?

Three days cover the essentials, from a beach day, Ba Na Hills, or the Marble Mountains, to an evening on the Han River. Otherwise, five days is the sweet spot, adding Hoi An, a second beach, and a market morning without rushing. On the other hand, two days’ work only as a stopover.

3. Is Danang or Hoi An better for first-timers?

Danang is a better base for a first trip. It has swimmable beaches, an airport 15 minutes from the sand, and easy access to everything on this list, while Hoi An sits 30 minutes from the coast. Most first-timers stay in Danang and visit Hoi An for a day and an evening.