Da Nang itinerary: An insider’s guide to your first 1-5 day trip

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Da Nang is always on the bucket list when it comes to tourist destinations in Vietnam (Source: Collected)

Da Nang is a vibrant city in Vietnam. With a thoughtfully planned Da Nang itinerary, you can explore the best of this city and create memories to last a lifetime. From iconic landmarks like the Marble Mountains and Dragon Bridge to stunning beaches like My Khe or Non Nuoc, there is something for everyone here. 

1. 1-day Da Nang itinerary: Discover famous attractions in the inner city

For those with limited time, a 1-day Da Nang itinerary is the perfect way to explore the city’s famous attractions.

In the morning, start your Da Nang 1 day itinerary with one or some of these attractions:

• My Khe Beach: one of the most beautiful beaches in Asia. Coming here, you can take a dip in the clear blue water, then lounge on the beach and enjoy a relaxing day in the sun.
• Love Bridge: a popular spot for couples. Here, you can take a walk across the bridge and enjoy the panoramic view of the city and the calm river.
• Dragon Bridge: an iconic symbol of Da Nang, with a unique dragon-shaped architecture reaching out to the sea.
• Cham Museum: housing the largest collection of Cham artifacts in the world, with intricate sculptures, carvings, and pottery dating back to the 7th century.
• Da Nang Cathedral: a beautiful classical Gothic church with striking pink color.

The Dragon Bridge will be a highlight of your Da Nang journey (Source: Collected)

At noon, rest and have lunch at Con Market, one of Da Nang’s busiest markets. This crowded market offers various street foods such as banh xeo, Cao Lau, Quang noodles, etc. at very affordable prices. 

In the afternoon, continue your Da Nang Vietnam itinerary with:

• Da Nang Fine Arts Museum: displaying more than 1,000 modern works of art, artifacts, and traditional handicraft products.
• Han Market: an indoor market with a variety of goods for sale and a dining area for tourists to experience. The market offers many dishes such as banh beo, banh xeo, bun mam nem, etc. suitable for a light afternoon snack. It also sells handicrafts, fish sauce, dried goods, and many other specialties that will make great gifts.

Enjoy the local specialties at Con Market (Source: Collected)

In the evening, have dinner and conclude your Da Nang trip by strolling along Han River Bridge. Here at night, you will see a shimmering sight of the river and cityscape.

2. Da Nang itinerary for 2 days

Day 1: Same as the 1-day Da Nang itinerary 

Day 2: Explore Hai Van Pass

Visiting Da Nang, it is recommended to stop by Hai Van Pass (Source: Collected)

On day 2 of your Da Nang itinerary, come to Hai Van Pass, known as one of the most beautiful passes in Vietnam. It offers views of the ocean, green forests, and majestic mountains. If you are traveling by motorbike or car, be sure to stop at the various viewpoints for an unforgettable photo opportunity.

On the journey to Hai Van Pass, you will come across many interesting tourist attractions with stunning landscapes, such as:

• Xuan Thieu Beach: a beautiful beach in Da Nang. It is ideal for swimming, sightseeing, and taking photos.
• Nam O Reef: a long rocky beach with many rocks of strange shapes, covered with green moss. If you want to take good pictures, come here at sunset and sunrise.
• Lonely Pine Tree: a unique spot on Hai Van Pass. The solitude of this tree standing tall in the landscape has made it a beloved sight along Hai Van Pass.
• Cu Rua Rock: an extremely popular spot on Hai Van Pass. From here, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful city below.
• Hai Van Gate: located on the top of Hai Van pass. This gate is 6 meters tall and has a very large arch. If you are planning a Da Nang itinerary for 2 days, make sure to include this spot! 

Besides, traveling to Hai Van Pass, you can enjoy many famous specialties of Hue and Da Nang. The two top dishes you should try here are Nam O fish salad and steamed rice cake with grilled pork.

3. Da Nang itinerary for 3 days

Day 1 & 2: Same as the Da Nang itinerary 2 days

Day 3: Explore Marble Mountains

Remember to include the Marble Mountains in your Da Nang itinerary (Source: Collected)

Located 8 kilometers from the city center of Da Nang, the Marble Mountains is a place with many sacred temples and natural caves. Named after the five elements in traditional Vietnamese belief, each of the mountains here carries within it legends and mysterious beauty. 

To have the most convenient, time-saving, and cost-effective journey, you can refer to the Marble Mountain Da Nang itinerary below:

• Explore Thuy Son Mountain, which is the largest, highest, and most beautiful mountain of the cluster. This place also has the most temples and caves. Thuy Son Mountain has 3 sections, including:

• • Thuong Thai: located in the northwest of Thuy Son Mountain, with attractions such as Tam Thai Pagoda, Huyen Khong Cave, Vong Giang Dai, etc.
  • Trung Thai: located in the south of Thuy Son Mountain, with attractions such as Van Thong Cave, Thien Long Cave, Thien Phuoc Dia Cave, etc.
  • Ha Thai: located in the east of Thuy Son Mountain, with attractions such as Linh Ung Pagoda, Tang Chon Cave, Xa Loi Stupa, etc.

• Visit Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village, which is a traditional craft village located at the foot of the Marble Mountains. This village has nearly 400 years of history and is famous for its beautiful and exquisite stone handicrafts, created by skilled local artisans.

After following the Da Nang itinerary at the Marble Mountains, recharge yourself with some local dishes, such as:

• Quang noodles: a famous specialty that attracts diners by the delicious and rich flavor of the broth, chicken, shrimp, etc. You can enjoy this dish at Ba Vi Shop (60 Ngu Hanh Son) or Ba Mua Shop (40 Ngu Hanh Son).
• Bun mam nem: a delicious specialty that combines vermicelli with some ingredients such as pork, raw vegetables, roasted peanuts, and mam nem – the typical sauce of Central Vietnam. You can enjoy this dish at Di Lien Shop (52 Tran Binh Trong) or Co Sau Shop (93 Ho Xuan Huong).

Recharge yourself with the famous Quang noodles (Source: Collected)

4. Da Nang itinerary for 4 days or 5 days

Day 1-3: Same as the Da Nang itinerary 3 days

Day 4 (and 5): Explore Son Tra Peninsula 

Don’t forget to include Son Tra Peninsula in your Da Nang travel itinerary (Source: Collected)

It takes about 2 days to fully explore the beauty of Son Tra Peninsula. Known as the precious gem of Da Nang, the peninsula boasts a vast forest and beautiful beaches. Here, visitors can participate in many exciting activities such as diving to see coral reefs, fishing with local fishermen, admiring the city from a helicopter, climbing to the top of Ban Co Peak, etc. 

Some outstanding attractions that you can see in your Da Nang itinerary 4 days or Da Nang itinerary 5 days are:

• Linh Ung Pagoda: having the tallest statue of Lady Buddha in Vietnam. Inside the statue, there are 17 floors, each with 21 Buddha statues.
• Tien Sa Port: one of the two major seaports of Da Nang. Here, you can participate in many interesting activities at Tien Sa eco-tourism area such as scuba diving, paragliding. etc.
• Da Den Beach: located in the north of Son Tra Peninsula. With its clear blue water, white sandy beach, and lush greenery, this is a perfect spot for a peaceful getaway. 

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With beautiful beaches, natural wonders, and delicious cuisine, Da Nang is a must-see destination in Vietnam. A typical Da Nang itinerary must include a visit to the Marble Mountains, a stroll along My Khe Beach, and a taste of the local specialties.

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