Discovering Danang with Family in 3 Days

  • Day 1: Marble Mountains
    28 minutes (9.9 km) from Danang City Center

    Marble Mountains is a cluster of five limestone and marble hills that signify the five elements (water, fire, earth, metal, and wood). Visitors can hike to the top and enjoy stunning views of the ocean and surrounding cities. The mountains house pagodas, temples, caves, and a panoramic elevator ride.

  • Day 2: Ba Na Hills
    50 minutes (28.5 km) from Danang City Center

    Ba Na Hills is a hill station and resort that offers a variety of activities for families such as amusement parks, indoor and outdoor games, wax museums, gardens, and cultural performances. Visitors can take a cable car ride to access the site and also visit the stunning Golden Bridge and French Village.

  • Day 3: Han River Bridge and Dragon Bridge
    10 minutes (3.8 km) between Danang City Center and both bridges

    Han River Bridge and Dragon Bridge are two of the most popular bridges in Danang. Han River Bridge is a swing bridge that connects the two sides of Danang, and it is illuminated with colorful lights every night. On the other hand, Dragon Bridge has a unique shape of a dragon that breathes fire and water every weekend night, creating a mesmerizing spectacle for viewers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Marble Mountains (2-3 hours, 50,000 VND)
  • Ba Na Hills (6-7 hours, 1,400,000 VND)
  • Han River Bridge and Dragon Bridge (1-2 hours, free)

  • Total Estimated Costs: 1,450,000 VND per person (approx. INR 4,500)

Transportation

Danang International Airport (DAD) is the primary airport serving the city, and it is about 5 km from the city center. Taxis, buses, motorbikes, and cars are the common modes of transportation within the city. For day trips outside the city, hiring a private car or joining a tour is the best option. The estimated cost of transportation in Danang is around 100,000 VND per day per person (approx. INR 300).

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Son Tra Peninsula, My Son Sanctuary, or Hoi An Ancient Town. For beach lovers, My Khe Beach and Non Nuoc Beach are popular choices. If you have less time, you can skip Ba Na Hills or one of the bridges. Keep in mind that Danang is sunny and hot throughout the year, so bring sunscreen and wear comfortable clothes and shoes.

Airports

Danang International Airport (DAD) is located in the city of Danang, about 5 km from the city center. It is the third busiest airport in Vietnam, serving domestic and international flights from major cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Seoul, Tokyo, and Singapore, among others. The airport code is DAD, and it takes about 15-20 minutes to reach the city center by taxi or bus.

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