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Da Nang
A lively coastal city with the famous Golden Bridge, Son Tra Peninsula, and some of Central Vietnam's best beaches.
Da Nang is a young, energetic beach city where sleek modern bridges meet white sand and dramatic mountains. From the cloud-wrapped peaks of Ba Na Hills to the breezy shore of My Khe Beach, it strikes a rare balance between a lively city break and a proper seaside escape.
Highlights
- The Golden Bridge atop Ba Na Hills — architecture rising out of the clouds
Son Tra Peninsula and Linh Ung Pagoda overlooking the sea
My Khe Beach — ranked among the world's most alluring beaches
The Marble Mountains, with their caves and stone-carving village
Dragon Bridge, a modern architectural icon on the Han River
Han Market, bustling at the city's centre
Experiences worth trying
Take the cable car up Ba Na Hills to French Village and the Golden Bridge
Swim at My Khe Beach and eat seafood right by the shore
Watch the Dragon Bridge breathe fire on weekend nights
Ride around Son Tra Peninsula early in the morning
Stroll the Han riverfront at night as the bridges light up
Try mi Quang noodles and grilled pork spring rolls
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