How Many Days In Danang? Danang Travel Guides

How many days in Danang? Planning the itinerary to explore Danang city sounds exciting and interesting. Being renowned as a liveable city in Vietnam, Danang stands out as a special destination for all travelers. Diverse landscapes can discover such as My Khe beach, Marble Mountain, Son Tra peninsula, Linh Ung pagoda, Dragon Bridge, Golden Hands Bridge in Bana Hills, Cham Sculpture Museum, and so on. Danang offers wide range tourism activities especially for beach vacation due to the geography which is located in the central coast. In addition, experiencing local cuisines is a memorable adventure which you might have. The foods serve for visitors from street vendors to luxurious restaurants, you have multiple choices to select your favorite local dishes. Conveniently, thanks to the prime location of Danang city, you can travel to other regions in central Vietnam easily such as Hue and Hoi An. Danang is worth to visit in Vietnam.

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A perfect itinerary and travel tips for all travelers

However, many tourists wonder “How many days you should spend in Danang?”. Well! This is an interesting question. Depending on your travel duration in Vietnam, you can decide the duration to stay in Danang. Mostly, visitors tend to stay in Danang from 3 – 5 days. This is a period that you can conquer highlight attractions in our liveable city. In this article, we will share you the itinerary and travel tips in Danang. Kindly read carefully and be well-prepared for your vacation.

1. How many days you should spend in Danang?

As we mentioned above, visitors tend to spend from 3 – 5 days in Danang city. Depending on your travel demands, we can suggest some activities to do during your stay below:

3 days: This duration can allow you explore main attractions in Danang such as Marble Mountain, Bana Hills, Linh Ung pagoda and My Khe beach. In addition, you can spend a full-day in Hoi An ancient town.

4 days: With this stay duration, you will have time to discover main landscapes of Danang city. In addition, you can explore some further attractions such as Golden Hands Bridge in Bana Hills Complex and My Son Sanctuary. These are the impressive landmarks which will leave you an awe.
5 days: You have more time for sightseeing in the central Vietnam. Beside visiting all popular landmarks in Danang, you can take the opportunity to discover Hue and Hoi An. A full-day trip to both cities promises a pleasant and exciting trip from Danang city. You do not need to stay overnight in both cities, just take a full-day sightseeing because the distance is not too far. In addition, due to a long stay you also can participate cooking class activities or enjoy spa service. A relaxing vacation in Danang is enjoyable.

Overall, depending on your stay duration, you can select the attractions to visit and tourism activities in Danang. Kindly contact Explore Vietnam Travel to plan the best itinerary during your vacation. We ensure a fun and satisfied vacation because of our professionalism and rich experience in tourism services.

2. 4 days travel itinerary in Danang

We choose 4 days stay in Danang is an average time for your exploration. The following information are our suggestions of a travel program which you can save as a reference:

Day 1: Explore Linh Ung pagoda + Marble Mountain + Han Market

On the first day, our sightseeing activity in Danang starts with Linh Ung pagoda which is an iconic buddhism temple. Exploring different buddha statues especially the giant Lady Buddha is interesting. Standing from the temple, you will emerge yourself with the sea view of Danang’s beaches. A journey to learn about buddhism spirits and beliefs are memorable.

After exploring the buddhism temple, you will conquer Marble Mountain which is a top-visit attraction of Danang city. The destination is special for all travelers to explore. Coming here, you will see the ancient caves and buddism temples. Marble Mountain is made by five nature elements which are metal, wood, water, fire and earth. We can discover this special attraction by your foots or using the elevator. We need around an hour to do sightseeing. At the foot of this place, we will visit the marble village where locals create many statue masterpieces. You will admire the talents of artists here.

The final attraction is discovering the paradise of shopping which is Han Market. Located in the heart in Danang, it is accessible to visit this local shopping center. Han Market where locals sell silks, handicrafts, souvenirs, clothes, dry foods, fruits, vegetables and so on. Our recommended tip is taste local cuisines at this market, they all delicious and have affordable prices. Or buying souvenirs for your beloved ones is also a great idea when you enter this attraction.

Day 2: Discover Cam Thanh Coconut Village and Hoi An Ancient Town From Danang

On the second day, you will spend your time to explore one of the most famous cities in Vietnam for tourism which is Hoi An. It takes around 30 minutes for travel duration between two cities, you will not feel tired on the car. Our first attraction is Cam Thanh Coconut village which is popular for basket boat ride. Coming to this tranquil village, you are not only travel around by boat but also watching spin performances from locals. In addition, you can learn how to do hand-made products by coconut leafs. The trip is also exciting by catching fishes and crabs activities. You will need over an hour sightseeing at this village.

The next place to discover is Hoi An Ancient Town which is a world heritage site by UNESCO. Your trip in Hoi An will not complete if you miss out this attraction. Historically, Hoi An Ancient Town was a trading port during 15^th to 19^th century of central Vietnam where people exchanged and bought goods. This place also connected between European and Asian traders together in the past. Nowadays, the town preserves many historical and cultural values for all visitors. Beautiful and colorful lanterns are being decorated around the town which become a virtual check-in space of various travelers. Many landmarks at the town which you can discover are Tan Ky Old House, Japanese Bridge, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Hoi An market and so on. We need a half day to conquer all attractions which Hoi An Ancient Town offers.

Day 3: Visit Hue Imperial City From Danang

On the third day, our trip continues to explore a further destination in the central Vietnam which is Hue. Being as an ancient capital of our S-shaped country, Hue city preserves many historical relics especially the Imperial City. Our travel duration will take 2 hours to travel between two destinations. A trip to learn about our feudal period of emperors in Nguyen dynasty is amazing and exciting. There were 13 kings who worked tirelessly to rule Vietnam during 143 years. Beside the royal residence, the emperor’s mausoleums are also worth to discover in Hue. In addition, we also will explore an iconic buddhism temple which is Thien Mu pagoda. A historical and spiritual journey in Hue is memorable and exciting. The poetic and charming city as Hue will leave many impressions in your vacation.

Day 4: Explore Bana Hills

On your final day in Danang, you will explore a famous landmark which is Bana Hills. Golden Hands Bridge might be not a strange name in your discovery lists. Being well-known in global news, the attraction has catched strong attention to worldwide visitors. A full-day to travel to Bana Hills complex will be fun and exciting. A trip by cable car to explore impressive attractions such as French Village, 100 years old wine cellar museum, Fantasy Park, Linh Ung pagoda, Wax Museum, Golden Hands Bridge, Gardens, and so on. This is also a large space to explore in Danang with interesting games and events, you will be attracted by all activities in Bana Hills. The combination of inventive sceneries and pristine natural beauty makes Ba Na Hills a very captivating experience.

3. When is the best time to visit Danang?

Da Nang in Vietnam is affected by the tropical monsoon climate so it has a high temperature with little fluctuation. There are two distinct seasons in this city: the dry season from January to July and the rainy season from August to December.

Choosing the best time to explore Danang is important. Our advice is always summer option which is from January to July. You will have an opportunity to explore many outdoor activities as Danang is famous with beach vacation. However, each season has its own characteristics which you can be flexible to choose your travel time. Whether you travel at anytime during the year, our travel consultants at Explore Vietnam Travel always be ready to share you the best tips and advices when you contact us.

4. What to eat in Danang?

It is a big mistake if you do not try local cuisines when you enter to Danang city. Various local dishes are being served from street vendors to luxurious restaurants. Da Nang offers abundant gastronomy culture to all travelers. The best cuisines which we recommend you to try below:

Banh My (The Vietnamese baguette): Despite not being as famous as Banh Mi in Saigon, the one in Da Nang is not inferior in terms of taste and smell. After roasting Banh Mi over a coal stove to make it crispy, the food sellers will add ingredients according to the demands of the diners. Usually, they are jambon, meat, fried egg, grilled fish cake, homemade pate, cilantro and vegetable pickles.

Quang Noodle: Quang noodles are always listed among the top yummy Da Nang foods that tourists should not miss out on. A full bowl of this food includes noodles, shrimp, pork, grilled rice paper, roasted peanuts,… It is soused in a broth made from bones which is very sweet and fragrant. The chewy, crispy noodles with golden color from turmeric are always the highlight of this dish. This dish is tastiest when it is served with basil, coriander and sliced banana flower. These herbs will add freshness to your bowl and make it unforgettable. Furthermore, a little chili sauce will give you a kick to the boldness of flavor. In Da Nang, you can enjoy Quang noodles without any hassle while walking along the streets.

Banh Xeo (Pancake): A super-thin and crispy layer of Banh Xeo is made from rice flour, turmeric and coconut milk. Shrimp, beansprouts, pork, mushrooms and sliced onions are stuffing ingredients which make this Da Nang food perfect. Especially, you cannot stop the craving if it is served right after leaving the pan – when it is the most crispy.

Sliced pork rolled with rice paper: Sliced pork rolled with rice paper, or banh trang cuon thit heo in Vietnamese, is one of Da Nang best foods that tourists should try. As its name suggests, when you enjoy this dish, you need to soften the rice paper with a little water and wrap it around the pork. To bring an unforgettable taste for foodies, the cook usually chooses tender pork and cuts it into small sliced pieces.

Cao Lau: Cao Lau is a specialty that any tourist must try once when arriving in Da Nang City. This dish is famous for its complexity in processing, yet, that is the reason why it is loved by many people and appears in most Da Nang food market. At first glance, Cao Lau looks like Quang noodles. However, the noodles in Cao Lau are Japanese udon noodles which are bigger than normal noodles. This dish also has shrimp, pork and raw vegetables. However, there is very little broth which gives Cao Lau a distinct flavor.

5. How to travel around Danang?

In order to travel around Danang, there are various vehicles which you can choose to travel. Depending on your travel budgets and needs, you might choose your preferred transportation.

Travel by motorbike: This option is for budget travelers who love adventure and freedom. The renting cost of full-day sightseeing is ranging from 150,000 VND – 200,000 VND. The delivery services of motorbike shops will bring the bike to your accommodation. You can be freely to discover Danang on your own pace.

Travel by private car: This is a safe and flexible option for travelers who want the comfortable experiences. The private car service is a top choice of all travelers who want to customize the personal itinerary. Our drivers are professional and being well-train in driving navigation. Most of our chauffeurs speak English which is convenient for communication. Explore Vietnam Travel serves dozens of visitors with private car transfer. You can contact us anytime to plan the trip discover around Danang.

Travel by taxi/ grab: This is also a flexible option for travelers who want to explore destination to destination based on kilometer. Before your travel, you can install the transfer digital app on your mobile device. Grab is a popular transportation in Southeast Asia, it is safe to book. However, the drivers do not speak English so you might have a barrier in communication. With this transfer, you only can travel and pay follow the distance.

Joining a package tour: Choosing package tour is a favorite choice of many travelers as you do not need to hustle and look for deep research in tourism activities. When you contact us, our travel experts will work on the travel itinerary base on your travel demands. Together, we will design a travel package to explore Danang city. Oftenly, the service includes everything such as transfer, English speaking guide, entrance fee, meals, door to door services, and so on.

6. Conclusions

Spending how many days in Danang is up to your travel duration. Usually, 3 days has been a favorite choice due to a tight schedule of your holiday. Especially, Vietnam has so many attractive destinations which you want to conquer. The real indicator of how much you appreciate your stay in Da Nang is not the number of days you spent there but rather the quantity of treasured memories you took with you. The journey in Danang is memorable and happy base on your travel experiences. Our travel experts at Explore Vietnam are excited to design your travel program when you contact us.