One or two days is not enough to explore Da Nang. Besides climbing the Marble Mountains, enjoying a trip on cable car on the way to Ba Na Hills, go on a road trip by motorbike and sunbathe on the beaches, there are many other activities that you definitely should check out before leaving this city. Here are such amazing activities in Da Nang to try.
Check out Han River Swing Bridge at night
It seems like you never been to Da Nang if you leave this city without watching Han River Bridge swing. T
his is the one and only bridge that can swing on its axis in the region. It has become one of the most famous symbols of Da Nang recent years. However, Han River Bridge does not swing all the day. If you want to see this unique scene, take a note about the following information.
What time does Han River Bridge swing?
- From April to September, it will swing from 11 pm to 11h30 pm on every Saturday and Sunday.
- In other months, the schedule may be changed according to the weather and traffic conditions.
Before the bridge swings, all traffics are not allowed to cross it. So if you want to use this bridge to go to the other side of Han River, remember to avoid the time mentioned above.
Explore Son Tra Peninsula
Son Tra Peninsula, also known as Son Tra Mountain, Tien Sa Mountain or Monkey Mountain is a hidden germ of Da Nang. It has beautiful rainforests that jut out into the sea and also the home to more than 100 species of fauna and rare animals.
With a scooter, you can easily get to Son Tra Peninsula from the city center in a few minutes then have a great trek across the mountains. You also can stop off anywhere you want to admire the majestic nature and discover all the corners at this nature reserve. There are plenty of untouched beaches along the peninsula and some excellent viewpoints, making this one of the most pristine beautiful places in Da Nang.
If you are brave enough and want to try something new, exciting activities then paragliding is always available there. It will offer you an unforgettable experience. But remember that this game is not for the faint-hearted.
Have fun at Asia Park – Activities in Da Nang
Want a big adrenaline hit? Go to Asia Park – Sun Wheel. This is one of the biggest and most modern amusement parks in the Southeast Asia. It offers tourists a wide variety of entertainments such as thrilling games, high-speed slides, freefall tower, rollercoaster, climbing challenges and the Sun Wheel, which soars to a height of 115 meters (equivalent to a 25-floor building).
There are 3 zones which are Amusement Park, Cultural Park and Central Zone in Asia Park. Besides activities mentioned above, you also have time to relax with several events such as water performances, dolphin performances, movies, musical events, opera, etc.
Go shopping – Activities in Da Nang
Con Market and Han Market are the two greatest places to go shopping in Da Nang. Both are located in the city center so it is very easy for tourists to find the way. There are diverse kinds of goods sold here. Clothes are especially cheap. Besides, you can buy handbags, gifts, souvenirs, shoes or enjoy local food, fresh seafood and fruits in these markets with affordable prices.
Tip: the sellers may offer you a higher price because you are foreign tourists. So, always remember to bargain if you think the price is not fair.
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