12 Things to Do in Da Nang During the April 30 - May 1, 2026 Holiday

Da Nang is consistently one of the top choices for travelers every summer, thanks to its seamless combination of blue sea, mountain scenery, and modern entertainment. With sunny but not yet overwhelming weather in April and May, this is the perfect time to explore everything from the natural beauty of Son Tra Peninsula to the excitement of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival (DIFF).

The April 30 - May 1, 2026 Holiday Schedule: A Chance for a Long Trip

In 2026, the holiday schedule creates very favorable conditions for planning an extended trip to Da Nang:

• Basic holiday: April 30 and May 1 fall on Thursday and Friday, giving you 4 consecutive days off (from April 30 through Sunday, May 3).
• Extended holiday: Because Hung Kings Commemoration Day (April 26) falls on a Sunday and is compensated on Monday (April 27), if you take an additional 2 days of annual leave (Tuesday and Wednesday), your total time off can reach 9 days.

With its attractions located close to one another, Da Nang works perfectly for both short itineraries and longer resort-style holidays. Whether you are traveling with family or friends, the city always offers a wide range of accommodation and entertainment options to meet the needs of every type of traveler.

1. Ba Na Hills: Golden Bridge and Cable Car Ride Through the Clouds

• Location: An Son Village, Hoa Ninh Commune, Hoa Vang District, Da Nang.
• Ticket price: Approximately 900,000 to 1,250,000 VND per adult (includes round-trip cable car and most attractions).
• Highlights: Golden Bridge, French Village, Solar Eclipse Square, Debay Wine Cellar, Fantasy Park indoor entertainment zone.
• Best time to visit: Depart between 7:30 and 8:00 AM to reach the summit early, avoiding fog and large crowds.

Ba Na Hills sits at the top of Chua Mountain at nearly 1,500 meters above sea level. To reach the summit, visitors ride a cable car system that holds multiple world records, with views overlooking the old-growth forest below. The climate here is cool throughout the year, making it ideal for trips looking to escape the summer heat.

The most famous landmark here is the Golden Bridge, with its design of two giant stone hands lifting a golden silk ribbon above the clouds. The French Village, with its classical European architecture, and the Fantasy Park indoor entertainment zone are also major draws for large numbers of visitors.

2. My Khe Beach: Swimming at One of the Most Beautiful Beaches on the World

• Location: Along Vo Nguyen Giap Street, Son Tra and Ngu Hanh Son Districts, Da Nang.
• Distance: Approximately 1.5km from The Temptation restaurant (4 minutes by vehicle or 13 minutes on foot).
• Highlights: Fine white sand, crystal-clear water, adventure activities including paragliding and jet skiing.
• Best time to visit: 5:00 to 7:00 AM to watch the sunrise, or after 4:30 PM for swimming.

My Khe Beach has been voted by numerous international publications as one of the most beautiful beaches on the planet. The beach features a long sandy shoreline, calm waves, and a gentle slope that is very safe for both adults and children to swim.

Beyond relaxing in the water, the area offers many exciting water sports including parasailing, surfing, and SUP paddleboarding. Along the beachfront, a concentration of seafood restaurants and cafes with beautiful views provides a comfortable place for visitors to rest.

3. Dragon Bridge: Watching the Fire and Water Show at Night

• Location: Nguyen Van Linh Street, Phuoc Ninh Ward, Hai Chau District, Da Nang.
• Highlights: A 666-meter steel dragon structure with a vibrant LED lighting system, and a spectacular fire and water display.
• Best time to visit: 9:00 PM on Friday, Saturday, Sunday evenings and major public holidays.

Dragon Bridge spanning the Han River is one of Da Nang's most iconic landmarks. The bridge is designed in the shape of a Ly dynasty dragon facing the open sea, representing the city's aspirations for growth and development.

On weekend evenings and holidays at 9:00 PM, Dragon Bridge performs its fire and water show for approximately 15 minutes. For the best viewing angle, you should stand near the dragon's head (on the Tran Hung Dao Street side) or from upper-floor cafes in the surrounding area.

4. Han River Cruise: Viewing the City and Fireworks From the Water

• Location: Da Nang Port (Bach Dang Street) or boat piers along the Han River.
• Ticket price: From 150,000 to 500,000 VND per person (depending on boat type and whether dinner is included).
• Highlights: A boat ride along the river with nighttime city views, Champa dance performances on board, and an ideal viewing position for fireworks.
• Best time to visit: Departures from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM daily.

A Han River cruise offers a completely different perspective on Da Nang after dark. The boat takes visitors past famous bridges including Dragon Bridge, Han River Bridge, Tran Thi Ly Bridge, and Thuan Phuoc Bridge.

During the journey, visitors are typically treated to traditional artistic dance performances on board. During the DIFF festival season in particular, this is one of the most sought-after positions to watch the fireworks live, directly from the middle of the river with a completely unobstructed view.

5. The Temptation Michelin Restaurant: Fine French Dining in Da Nang

• Location:125 Ho Nghinh, An Hai, Son Tra, Da Nang
• Price: A la carte or fixed Fine Dining set menus.
• Highlights: Authentic French Fine Dining, listed in the Michelin Guide recommendations, romantic setting.

The Temptation serves French cuisine in a Fine Dining format that meets Michelin Guide listing standards. The menu offers signature set menus priced from 1,500,000 VND to 2,900,000 VND per person, making it an ideal choice for travelers looking for an upscale dining experience after a day of sightseeing in Da Nang.

The restaurant's dining area features a romantic and quiet design, completely separated from the noise of the city streets. This quality makes The Temptation a top choice for couples' evenings or family reunion dinners.

The kitchen team prepares dishes using premium ingredients, with standout dishes including honey truffle pan-seared duck liver, Hokkaido scallop tartare, and apple mousse dessert. The combination of classic French cooking technique and modern European plating preserves the refined flavors of French cuisine in their entirety.

 

6. Son Tra Peninsula: Visiting Linh Ung Pagoda

• Location: Tho Quang Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang.
• Ticket price: Free (parking fee at the pagoda is at your discretion).
• Highlights: Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda, the 67-meter Goddess of Mercy statue, Ban Co Peak, and the radar station.
• Best time to visit: Early morning or cool afternoon before 5:00 PM to avoid the heat and improve chances of spotting wildlife.

Son Tra Peninsula is known as the "green lung" of Da Nang, with its rich vegetation and winding coastline. It is famous for the sacred Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda, which houses a statue of the Goddess of Mercy facing the open sea.

While riding around the peninsula, visitors can take in a panoramic view of the city and Da Nang Bay from above. Son Tra is also home to the rare red-shanked douc langur, which you may be lucky enough to spot along the road.

7. Kala Kala Beach Club

• Location: My Khe Beach, at the intersection of Vo Nguyen Giap and Nguyen Van Thoai Streets, Da Nang.
• Price: Based on the food and drinks menu (no entry fee).
• Highlights: Direct ocean view, tropical design, lively music with weekly DJ sets.
• Best time to visit: From 4:30 PM onward to enjoy a drink while watching the sunset over the sea.

Kala Kala Beach Club is one of the most popular beachfront entertainment venues among young locals and international visitors in Da Nang. The venue is decorated in a tropical style using natural materials such as wood and bamboo, creating a relaxed atmosphere that feels close to nature.

Here you can order a cold cocktail, stretch out on a lounge chair right next to the sand, and listen to the sound of the waves. As the evening progresses, the atmosphere becomes more lively with contemporary music and small entertainment programs.

8. Marble Mountains: Exploring the Mysterious Cave System

• Location: 81 Huyen Tran Cong Chua Street, Hoa Hai Ward, Ngu Hanh Son District, Da Nang.
• Ticket price: 40,000 VND per adult (elevator to the summit: 15,000 VND per trip).
• Highlights: Huyen Khong Cave, Tang Chon Cave, Tam Thai Pagoda, and the outdoor glass elevator.
• Best time to visit: 7:00 to 10:00 AM to make the climb easier before the heat of the day sets in.

The Marble Mountains are a cluster of five limestone peaks rising from the coastal sand. The site features a deep natural cave system and several ancient pagodas that are hundreds of years old, carrying a strong sense of spiritual and mystical character.

Huyen Khong Cave is the most impressive attraction, with its vast arched ceiling containing natural openings through which sunlight shines directly into the cave, creating a stunning visual effect. At the foot of the mountains, visitors can also explore a traditional stone sculpture craft village.

9. Son Tra Night Market: Experiencing the Bustling Street Food Scene

• Location: Mai Hac De Street, An Hai Trung Ward, Son Tra District, Da Nang (right near the foot of Dragon Bridge).
• Highlights: Hundreds of stalls selling freshly cooked seafood, street snacks, souvenirs, and clothing.
• Best time to visit: From 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM nightly.

Son Tra Night Market is one of the largest and most vibrant night markets in Da Nang. It is the ideal place for visitors to experience local street food culture at very affordable prices.

Here you can easily find freshly grilled seafood at self-selection counters, grilled rice paper, avocado ice cream, and Central Vietnamese sweet soups. Because it is located right next to Dragon Bridge, you can combine a stroll through the night market with a walk to the riverbank to watch the dragon fire show.

10. Hoi An Ancient Town: Strolling the Lantern Streets and Releasing Flower Lanterns

• Location: Minh An Ward, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province (approximately 30km from Da Nang city center).
• Ticket price: 80,000 VND per person (applicable when visiting specific heritage sites within the ancient town).
• Highlights: Japanese Covered Bridge, Chinese assembly halls, Tan Ky Ancient House, and lantern boat rides on the Hoai River.
• Best time to visit: From 4:30 PM onward when the temperature cools and the lantern streets begin to light up.

Hoi An Ancient Town preserves nearly intact rows of ancient yellow-walled buildings dating from the 15th to the 19th century. The most characteristic evening activity here is strolling beneath streets hung with colorful lanterns. Visitors can buy small paper flower lanterns at very low prices from vendors along the riverbank, then rent a small boat on the Hoai River to release the glowing lanterns onto the water as a wish for peace and good fortune.

Beyond sightseeing, Hoi An is also internationally renowned for its same-day custom tailoring services. Visitors simply choose a design and fabric, and local tailors will complete suits, dresses, or ao dai that fit perfectly within approximately 4 to 6 hours.

Food is also an unmissable part of any visit to Hoi An. You should set aside time to enjoy local specialties such as Cao Lau noodles, chicken rice, Hoi An banh mi, or stop into the rustic small cafes within the ancient town to fully absorb the slow pace of life here.

11. Bay Mau Coconut Forest: The Basket Boat Experience on the Waterways

• Location: Van Lang Village, Cam Thanh Commune, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province.
• Ticket price: Approximately 150,000 to 200,000 VND per basket boat (maximum 2 adults per boat).
• Highlights: A tour through the vast water coconut forest, the spinning basket boat dance performance, and folk music.
• Best time to visit: 9:00 to 11:00 AM or after 3:00 PM to avoid the strongest midday sun on the water.

Visitors experience the basket boat service weaving through shaded coconut waterway channels, with rental prices ranging from 150,000 VND to 200,000 VND per boat. Local boatmen perform a dramatic spinning basket boat dance that serves as the signature entertainment highlight of the entire area, which you can join directly or watch from a comfortable distance.

Tourism operators here organize eco-cooking classes teaching the preparation of traditional dishes such as Vietnamese sizzling pancakes and spring rolls, included in all-inclusive tour packages priced from 500,000 VND to 700,000 VND. The experience begins with a trip to the market to select fresh ingredients, after which visitors cook the dishes themselves under the guidance of a local chef and enjoy the finished meal right in the middle of the waterway surroundings.

12. Cu Lao Cham Island: Snorkeling the Coral Reefs and Exploring an Untouched Island

• Location: Tan Hiep Commune, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province (reached by speedboat from Cua Dai Port).
• Ticket price: From 450,000 to 650,000 VND per person (includes round-trip speedboat, beach entrance fee, lunch, and snorkeling).
• Highlights: Lang Beach, Xep Beach, ancient Cham well, and diverse coral reef ecosystem.
• Best time to visit: Sunny days from April through August each year.

Cu Lao Cham is a cluster of 8 islands recognized by UNESCO as a World Biosphere Reserve. The destination retains its natural, unspoiled beauty with white sand beaches and water clear enough to see straight to the bottom.

The main experience when visiting the island is joining a snorkeling tour to observe natural coral reefs alongside many varieties of small sea fish. Wandering through peaceful fishing villages and enjoying freshly grilled seafood right on the beach are also activities well worth trying.