8 Things to Do in Da Nang That I’d 100% Do Again | Jet set and Forget jetsetandforget.com

Discover the best things to do in Da Nang Vietnam—from beaches and temples to day trips, food tours, and nightlife—all in one travel guide.

Let me tell you about a city I didn’t expect to fall in love with: Da Nang, a coastal gem in central Vietnam.

Despite years of travel, Vietnam had somehow never made it onto my itinerary. Then I came across Da Nang, which is an emerging hub for digital nomads and expats. It sounded like the perfect place to post up for a month, so I thought, why not?

I think of Da Nang as a much smaller, beachside version of New York City. It’s busy, noisy, and constantly awake. Honking horns and construction echo through the streets, but instead of yellow cabs and foot traffic, it’s a sea of scooters.

The food scene blends local flavors with global favorites, and everything is refreshingly affordable. It ranges from food stalls to fancy sit-down restaurants.

Here are 8 things to do in Da Nang Vietnam for your first visit, plus some of my favorite restaurants, co-working spaces and more!

Da Nang is located almost right in the center of Vietnam, hugging the country’s long coastline. It’s about halfway between Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City in the south.

You can fly into Da Nang International Airport (DAD) from many major cities across Asia. If you’re coming from within Vietnam, short flights from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City are cheap and fast. The airport is just a 10-minute drive from the beach.

If you prefer a scenic route, take the Reunification Express train along the coast. It’s slower but offers gorgeous views.